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January 09, 2024

Strong storms today | Florida GOP dumps Ziegler | Toxic secret in Seminole

Florida GOP dumps chairman Ziegler amid sexual assault investigation • Toxic secret: Lawmakers want rules and remedies for chemical in Seminole County tap water
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Orlando Morning Report

Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Strong storms today | Florida GOP dumps Ziegler | Toxic secret in Seminole

Good morning. It's Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024. The weather forecast severe weather with a high of 80 and low of 51. Click here for more weather.

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Strong storms, wind expected to lash Central Florida Tuesday

Tornadoes possible as Duke Energy warns of possible widespread power outages.

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Florida GOP dumps chairman Ziegler amid sexual assault investigation

In the biggest shakeup the Republican Party of Florida has seen in more than a decade, board members voted Monday to oust party chair Christian Ziegler, who's been accused of raping a woman that he and his wife had previously engaged in a three-way sexual encounter.

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Toxic secret: Lawmakers want rules and remedies for chemical in Seminole County tap water

The potential risks of 1,4-dioxane were little publicized until an Orlando Sentinel series in 2023. The chemical has tainted the Floridan Aquifer, a primary source of drinking water for Central Florida.

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Florida GOP lawmaker wants to end universal mail-in voting

A bill filed Friday night by former GOP chair Blaise Ingoglia in the Senate would eliminate universal voting by mail in Florida, potentially wiping out a voting method used by millions of people.

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Legislators seek $25 million for new Holocaust museum in Orlando

A bipartisan effort, plus private fundraising, hopes to bring a total of $40 million in new funding for the project of the Holocaust museum.

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Orlando city council OKs disorderly conduct ordinance despite fears it could target homeless and protestors

Police, commissioners insist their intent is to control solicitors and unruly crowds that block the sidewalks.

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Orange County tourist tax collections slide again, but revenues remain strong

Comptroller: 'We are definitely still doing pretty well' as year-over-year collections dip 4%.

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Moon landing threatened despite successful Space Coast launch on ULA Vulcan

While United Launch Alliance was celebrating a successful launch from Cape Canaveral early Monday, its main customer was troubleshooting issues with its lunar lander that threaten its chance to get to the moon.

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Mystery texts target Democrat Keen in special House election

A mystery group claiming to be progressive but seemingly chaired by a registered Republican has inserted itself into the special election next week for state House District 35, a Central Florida seat that could be a bellwether for Democrats' chances of gains in November.

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Florida may pass laws to protect kids from online porn, social media

Florida lawmakers are considering new laws that aim to keep children away from sexually explicit websites and harmful social media posts, joining a movement gaining momentum in state capitals across the country.

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DeSantis-ousted prosecutor Warren won't run for reelection

Hillsborough County State Attorney Andrew Warren, who was suspended by Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2022, revealed Monday he would not run for another term.

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New immigration policy that avoids dangerous journey works. But border crossings continue

Five years ago, Alexis Llanos and his family fled Venezuela for Colombia, escaping death threats and political persecution.

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Police arrest suspect in Ocala mall shooting death

Police surrounded a home in north Florida early Monday and negotiated for two hours with shooting suspect Albert Shell Jr. Ocala Police Chief Mike Balken said Shell surrendered without incident.

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UCF receiver Javon Baker declares for 2024 NFL Draft

Baker began his career at Alabama, where he totaled 116 yards on 9 catches in 19 appearances over two seasons (2020-21) for the Crimson Tide. He transferred to UCF for the 2022 season, leading the …

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Fultz feels confident after return for Magic, who guarantee Isaac's contract

Magic guard Markelle Fultz reaffirmed his goal to remain on the court long term after making his return Sunday against Hawks. "I'm on [a] minutes restriction right now and again, worry about …

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Disney to sell discounted two-day tickets to Floridians

Disney Thrills Tickets will be valid through mid-March.

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MCO Visitor Pass Program looks for 'eat local' audience

Experience MCO allows non-ticketed guests to get a taste of Terminal C's offerings.

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