Convenience Big Store: Trump fires Noem | Alleged Orlando crypto-fraudster's assets | Legislation targets 'terrorist' groups | Orange tax measure | Shan Rose subject of probe

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Trump fires Noem | Alleged Orlando crypto-fraudster's assets | Legislation targets 'terrorist' groups | Orange tax measure | Shan Rose subject of probe | 'Pedophile catcher' drives arrests

Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Noem after mounting criticism over her leadership

Trump says he’ll nominate Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin to replace her.

Iran war plays role in judge's freeze of alleged Orlando crypto-fraudster's assets

Some of the ex-CEO's assets are in Dubai, where his company had an office.

Florida Senate approves bill targeting 'terrorist' groups

Critics fear it is unconstitutional and may wrongly keep Islamic schools from taking part in Florida's school voucher program.

Leaders opt against local sales tax hike on 2026 Orange County ballot

The county board considered an array of ideas that could have funded affordable housing, bought land for parks, and underwritten transportation improvements.

Commissioner Shan Rose probed by FDLE following Orlando police inquiry

The probe is the latest row in a feud that culminated in a New Year's Eve altercation between Rose and a police officer directing traffic following the Citrus Bowl.

'Pedophile catcher' is driving dozens of arrests in Palm Beach County. Is that a problem?

Proclaimed "predator catchers" are behind approximately 40 arrests in Palm Beach County, most of them in Delray Beach. Some legal experts say their tactics violate people's rights.

Med spas unmasked: Do you really know what's in that needle or IV drip?

Inside Florida med spas, customers may be injected with substances that are unapproved, carry risks and can even be toxic.

Theme parks perking up plant life after freezes

Topiaries covered as Epcot flower and garden festival approached.

Orlando hosts new puppy-centric musical that helps children cope with grief

"Likah," inspired by writer Deborah Haber's real-life losses, comes to the Dr. Phillips Center in partnership with the SPCA and AdventHealth.

Health inspections lead to 8 Central Florida restaurant shutdowns

The Department of Business and Professional Regulation shut down eight Central Florida restaurants for health code violations during the week from Feb. 22-28.

Editorial: Anti-diversity legislation threatens to Make Florida Ugly Again

There was a time in Florida when diversity, equity and inclusion were considered to be good things. When it was OK to celebrate the state's vibrant array of cultures.