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Sunday, April 26, 2026 · Florida
35-Foot Boat Torched Behind Key Largo Home, Firefighters Contain Blaze
A 35-foot boat erupted in flames behind a Key Largo residence Thursday afternoon, drawing a rapid response from deputies and firefighters to prevent the fire from reaching the house. No injuries were reported, but investigators are probing the cause amid damaged wiring concerns from similar incidents. The close call underscores the risks of waterfront living in the Florida Keys.
DeSantis Signs Florida Ban on Lab-Grown Meat Sales
Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill prohibiting the sale and creation of lab-grown meat in Florida, declaring it a threat to the state's ranching heritage. The measure, SB 1084, passed both chambers of the Legislature before landing on his desk. Florida joins a growing movement to protect traditional agriculture from synthetic alternatives.
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Florida's Picayune Strand Project Hits Everglades Milestone in Collier
The Picayune Strand Restoration Project in Collier County has reached a pivotal milestone with the startup of the Miller Pump Station, restoring natural water flows across 55,000 acres of vital wetlands. This key component of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan marks another win for Florida's ecosystem, reducing flood risks and boosting wildlife habitats. Completion is set for January 2026, five years ahead of some broader timelines.
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Florida Redistricting Clash Heats Up After Virginia's Democratic Win
Virginia's voters just handed Democrats a stunning 10-1 congressional edge through a new map, and now Florida Republicans are racing to redraw lines before it's too late. With a special session looming in Tallahassee, the state's strict anti-gerrymandering rules stand in the way of up to five new GOP seats. The national redistricting war has landed squarely in the Sunshine State.
Sunday, April 26, 2026
DeSantis Signs 9 Key Florida Laws in Tallahassee Push
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed nine new bills into law Thursday in Tallahassee, accelerating the state's 2026 legislative agenda with measures on traffic safety, church security and Pasco mosquito control. Several take effect immediately, impacting daily life from airports to county jails across the Sunshine State.
Sunday, April 26, 2026
DeSantis Signs Florida Law to Label Domestic Terror Groups
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed HB 1471 on Monday, empowering Florida to designate domestic terrorist organizations and defund their supporters in schools and courts. The measure, signed at the University of South Florida, builds on his December 2025 executive order targeting CAIR and the Muslim Brotherhood. Critics warn it risks due process and free speech amid civil rights concerns.
Sunday, April 26, 2026