Who gets more disaster aid? Republican states. Experts explain that and more about FEMA
The disaster-heavy states that former FEMA chief Fugate calls his “frequent fliers” also tend to be more Republican. About ...
'Second Amendment Summer:' DeSantis wants tax holiday for firearms, ammunition, accessories
In Gov. Ron DeSantis' proposed state budget, he's asking for another tax holiday: Second Amendment Summer, for firearm, ammo and accessories.
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New fire station and emergency operations center opens in Riviera Beach
Fire station 87 opens in Riviera Beach. The building will house Riviera Beach's first ever Emergency Operations Center ...
Another cold front coming to Florida, but freezing temps? What to expect in Polk County
A few strong thunderstorms along the Panhandle and Big Bend are possible and may bring lightning, gusty winds of 40 to 50 mph ...
Jacksonville becomes first Florida city to implement new disaster recovery process system
The City of Jacksonville Emergency Preparedness Division has partnered with the Florida Division of Emergency Management to be the first city in the state to implement the Florida Recovery Obligation ...
Another cold front coming to Florida but what about snow, freezing temps? What to expect
A few strong thunderstorms along the Panhandle and Big Bend are possible and may bring lightning, gusty winds of 40 to 50 mph ...
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Melbourne Vice Mayor David Neuman Proposes Resolution Declaring State of Emergency to Address Homeless
The residents of Fee Avenue, the surrounding neighborhood, and downtown Melbourne have been impacted by the growing homeless population in those areas. [...] ...
Amid budget debut, DeSantis says talks with Legislature underway on immigration compromise
Gov. Ron DeSantis released a budget plan Monday that includes more than $500 million to crack down on illegal immigration.
How will Florida fare if Trump eliminates FEMA?
The president has said he think states would be better at handling disasters including hurricanes and wildfires.
Surgeon removed wrong organ, killing man — and a cover-up followed, Florida suit says
The family of a man who died because a Florida surgeon removed his liver instead of his spleen is suing, saying hospital ...
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New measure would allow school districts to keep opioid overdose drugs on hand
School district employees who administer the emergency antagonists in compliance with state law are immune from civil liability. CDC data points out that while overall fentanyl overdoses in the U.S.