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Drivers could face jail time for excessive speeding under new Florida law
WFLX Fox 29 - Florida
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July 2, 2025
Florida drivers may now face jail time for excessive speeding under a state law that took effect Tuesday. The legislation aims to curb dangerous driving behavior by imposing harsher penalties on those caught driving at extremely high speeds. WATCH...
Long weekend set to see major travel for 4th of July
WYDC - New York
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Over this year's extended Independence Day travel period, AAA is projecting a record-breaking 72 million Americans will travel more than 50 miles from home. Despite the rush, some residents in Corning say they're staying local to enjoy the town’s...
TROPICS: This system will be a 4th of July rainmaker in Florida
WFLX Fox 29 - Florida
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July 1, 2025
A front is approaching Florida from the Mississippi Valley and is expected to stall over the panhandle over the Carolinas. This could cause some circulation to pop up either in the Gulf or in the Atlantic. The National Hurricane Center is giving...
‘Alligator Alcatraz’: Trump administration builds Florida detention centre for deportees
Middle East Eye
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July 2, 2025
The Trump administration opened a new immigration detention facility on Wednesday, described by some activists as inhumane. Constructed in just eight days, the centre is estimated to accommodate up to 5,000 people. The remote Florida facility was...
Find Your Soulmate In Miami, Florida While Visiting ‘The Ultimatum: Queer Love’ Filming Locations
Travel Noire
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July 2, 2025
If you’re a fan of reality television, you may have already caught Netflix’s 2023 series “The Ultimatum: Queer Love.” The project, which began as a spinoff of the original “Ultimatum: Marry Or Move On,” centers on a number of couples as they...
Florida-based group to build 3 hybrid-electric ferries for WSF
Kitsap Daily News - Washington State
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July 2, 2025
File photo Gov. Bob Ferguson awarded a contract to Florida-based Eastern Shipbuilding Group July 1 to build three new 160-vehicle hybrid-electric vessels for Washington State Ferries. The cost of the new ferries will be $405 million for the first...
Driving 100 mph or higher could land you in jail under Florida’s new law
WTSP - Florida
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July 2, 2025
A record 4.6 million Floridians are expected to hit the road this holiday weekend, just as the state’s new “Super Speeder” law takes effect. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — As a record 4.6 million Floridians are expected to hit the roads for the holiday...
Popular Florida Shop Serves The Best Ice Cream In The Entire State
WIOD - Florida
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Nothing says summer quite like a scoop of ice cream, and across Florida, there’s no shortage of places serving up frozen treats. From family-run creameries to trendy dessert bars, locals and tourists alike have their go-to spots for a sweet fix....
Hundreds will enter 'Alligator Alcatraz' tonight: Florida AG
WFTS Tampa Bay - Florida
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July 2, 2025
OCHOPEE, Fla. — Florida Attorney General confirms to ABC Action News that hundreds will enter the controversial detention facility dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz" tonight. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier posted on social media: Alligator...
Rain chances go down as temps go up into the holiday weekend
FOX 8 - Louisiana
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July 2, 2025
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - A front moves into the region and stalls by late week, keeping storm chances slightly higher Thursday before we dry out in time for the Fourth of July. The weekend will be hot, but the slight dip in dew points will help with...
National Hurricane Center Increases Odds of Cyclone Development Near Florida
Weatherboy
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July 2, 2025
The National Hurricane Center is closely monitoring the area in orange for any signs of tropical or subtropical cyclone development. Image: NHC The National Hurricane Center has increased their odds that a tropical or subtropical storm could form...
Florida bomb squad demonstrates damage fireworks can inflict using watermelon
Fox News
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July 2, 2025
Fort Lauderdale Police Bomb Squad performed live demonstrations using a paint can, a cantaloupe and a watermelon and explosives similar to an M-80 to simulate the potential damage fireworks can cause. (Credit: Broward Health) NEWYou can now listen...
Water safety warning ahead of holiday weekend
WPBF - Florida
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July 2, 2025
Three deadly drownings in three weeks in Martin County are putting people on high alert ahead of the July Fourth holiday weekend. The latest claimed the life of a 1-year-old in Jensen Beach on July 1. "Every time I see one, my heart breaks because...
Drier in North Carolina for the Fourth of July, tracking tropical development and travel weather
WXII 12 - North Carolina
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July 2, 2025
Drying out in North Carolina and tracking tropical development, July 2 Update Drier days area ahead around the Piedmont Triad, but rain and storm chances continue for areas at the beach for the holiday weekend. EVENING, AS THAT FRONT IS EVEN...
Florida authorities urge safe holiday travel this Fourth of July
WFTV - Florida
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July 2, 2025
ORLANDO, Fla. — With the Fourth of July just around the corner, Florida Department of Transportation and Florida Highway Patrol have some important reminders to keep everyone safe on the roads. The Fourth of July means lots of people hitting the...
Details on Python Challenge, 'Diddy' gets split verdict, and AAA predicts record Fourth travel
Spectrum News 13 - Florida
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July 2, 2025
Good evening, Central Florida. We're wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. Your Weather Planner Thursday will be ripe for scattered showers and storms, especially from mid-morning...
Details on Florida’s Python Challenge, Sean 'Diddy' Combs convicted on lesser charges and AAA predicts record 4th of July travel
Spectrum Bay News 9 - Florida
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July 2, 2025
Good evening, Tampa Bay. We're wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. Your Weather Planner Showers and storms will be off-and-on for Thursday. Locally heavy rainfall is possible,...
Who are the Mongols MC? What to know about Florida's motorcycle gangs
Daytona Beach News Journal - Florida
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30 people were arrested in connection to a Bike Week shootout between rival motorcycle gangs. The shootout occurred at a New Smyrna Beach RaceTrac gas station on March 8. The Mongols and Warlocks motorcycle clubs were involved in the incident....
4th of July in South Florida: Find parades, pool parties, festivals, fireworks — and drone shows!
South Florida Sun Sentinel
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July 2, 2025
Drones are really having a moment right now, and some Fourth of July festivities in South Florida are jumping on the trend with the quieter, more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fireworks. Deerfield Beach joins Lauderhill and...
Calling All Florida Residents: Universal Orlando Unveils Exclusive Ticket Offer
Laughing Place
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July 2, 2025
Universal Orlando Resort is giving Florida families the chance to save some money on a trip to the resort’s two original parks this summer. What’s Happening: Starting today, Florida residents can take advantage of the exclusive “Buy 2 Days, Get 1...