STATE OF FLORIDA

Mar 28 2026POLITICS

U. S. Plans Limited Iran Action Without Ground Forces

Officials in Washington believe they can handle Iran’s military threats without sending soldiers into combat. Speaking after meetings with global allies, a top diplomat said the U. S. expects to wrap up its campaign in weeks, not months. The focus is on weakening Iran’s ability to launch missiles an

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Mar 25 2026WEATHER

What’s Next for Staten Island’s Weather?

Staten Island starts the week with quiet, cool days. Tuesday feels a little chilly, with highs sitting just below the usual range for this time of year. The skies stay mostly clear, but clouds begin to gather by Tuesday night. Those clouds aren’t bringing rain yet—just a hint of what’s coming. By W

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Mar 19 2026SPORTS

“Upsets Ahead: When the Big Seeds Might Drop”

Florida, the top seed in the South bracket, looks strong on paper because of its big frontcourt. Yet its guard play is weak, with a low shooting percentage from beyond the arc and many turnovers. A game against Houston could be tough, because the Cougars are a top‑five team and will play close to ho

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Mar 19 2026SCIENCE

SpaceX’s Starlink Launch Faces Weather‑Related Delay

Florida’s cold front keeps the skies cloudy, pushing SpaceX’s Falcon 9 launch to no earlier than 10:20 a. m. on March 19 from Cape Canaveral’s Launch Complex 40. The rocket will ferry a new batch of Starlink satellites into orbit, heading northeast so that observers north of the Cape might spot it i

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Mar 14 2026OPINION

Speed Cameras Save Kids in School Roads

Florida has just allowed speed cameras to work in school zones. A study in Fort Walton Beach showed that these cameras cut speeding by 95 percent. There are over 30, 000 students in Okaloosa County each day. Every one of them should get home safely. Police can’t stand outside every schoo

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Mar 06 2026HEALTH

Children at Risk After Measles Exposure in Sacramento

Officials in Sacramento County are working hard to find everyone who might have caught measles at a recent school‑style event. A child who fell ill with the virus could have passed it to about 130 kids, according to the state health department. The gathering was described as an enrichment program, b

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Feb 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Florida's Wildlife Guardians: A Community Effort

Florida is more than just a holiday spot. It's a place where over 23 million people live, surrounded by stunning landscapes and unique wildlife. To keep this beauty alive, many locals are stepping up to protect it. One group making a big difference is the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (

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Feb 15 2026SPORTS

A Close Shave and a Senior Send-Off: Staten Island's Hoops Highlights

Staten Island Academy's boys' basketball team faced a tough loss in the ACIS Championship, falling to Dwight School by just three points. The Tigers, who entered the tournament as the second seed, put up a good fight, especially after being down by 14 points in the second half. They managed to take

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Feb 14 2026SPORTS

Gators Baseball: Weather Shake-Up for Opening Weekend

Florida Gators baseball team has decided to switch things up for their opening weekend games against UAB. The change is all because of the weather forecast for Sunday, February 13. Instead of playing a single game on Saturday, they will now have a doubleheader. That means two games in one day! The

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Feb 12 2026CELEBRITIES

Florida's Secret Island: Where the Ultra-Rich Call Home

Florida is home to a private island that's a hotspot for the world's wealthiest. Indian Creek Village, often called the "Billionaire Bunker, " is a small, exclusive community near Miami Beach. It's where big names like Jeff Bezos, Tom Brady, and Ivanka Trump have chosen to live. This island is tiny

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