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Several Sunshine State candidates are running as Democratic Socialists, banking that their progressive, affordability-focused platform can reach voters they say mainstream Democrats have neglected.
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Facebook/Florida Department of CorrectionsWe spend the hour talking about Florida’s prison system, beginning with recently retired Secretary Ricky Dixon. Then, the mental scars suffered by incarcerated women, and college classes behind bars bring hope. -
stock.adobe.comFlorida health officials are urging doctors to reconsider prescribing psychotropic meds for kids. Could this affect how kids are treated for mental health issues?
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The plans for the upcoming season will be to distribute 2,560 bags for oyster harvest, down from 4,726 bags used in the past January-February timeframe. -
Uthmeier is subpoenaing former National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Director Anthony Fauci "as part of an official investigation into awards, professional opportunities, financial incentives, grants, and COVID-19 guidance that impacted Florida businesses and consumers," Uthmeier's office said. -
The Florida Department of Health's most recent day reflects from July 25 to Aug. 1 The state's total count is 355 cases since May 1, a benchmark date tied to the first outbreaks U.S. outbreaks. -
While no one observed the actual impact, a telescope in Chile spotted what astronomers have identified as the debris plume resulting from the high-speed crash.
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Mayo ClinicMayo Clinic Florida joined its campuses in Minnesota and Arizona for the first time in the Honor Roll of 20 best hospitals. University of Miami Hospital stood out in specialties, while Tampa General was best in region. -
CDC/via APA USF expert says Americans' dependence on imported produce means the country might need to intervene to ensure it's safe.
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