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Florida Restricts COVID Vaccines to Residents Due to Vaccine Tourism
Florida had given 40,965 doses of COVID-19 vaccine to non-residents despite limited supplies before limiting doses to residents and health care workers on Thursday.
Man Shot in Stomach After Jumping Out of Woods to Scare Friend, Police Say
Police said their investigation was ongoing and charges may be filed against the shooter, who authorities did not name.
Rioter Who Drove Tesla to D.C Calls Capitol Mob a 'Rosa Parks' Moment
Felipe Marquez was arrested after the FBI received a tip about videos he posted to Snapchat.
Trump Greeted by Crowds of Florida Supporters as He Moves into Mar-a-Lago
A group of Trump supporters holding signs saying "Pres. Trump Won" and "Welcome Home" lined the street as his motorcade passed by on their way to his Palm Beach estate.
Trump's Hometown Newspaper Cheers End of Ex-President's 'Carnage'
"Trump has keyed up violent white supremacist and neo-Nazi groups to the point that extremist right-wing violence may be active threats for months to come," The Palm Beach Post editorial board wrote.
GOP Lawmaker Wants 481-Mile 'President Donald J. Trump Highway' in Florida
Rep. Anthony Sabatini tweeted his support for the proposal one day before "one of the greatest presidents in American history" left the White House.
How to Register For a COVID Vaccine at Publix
The vaccinations, available at select Publix locations in South Carolina, Florida and Georgia, are by appointment only.
Trump's Mar-a-Lago Move in Progress as Trucks Arrive With His Possessions
The Palm Beach police department posted a letter saying that on Wednesday it expects the Secret Service to have a final road closure near Mar-a-Lago, due to the Republican president's presence.
U.S. States With Most Cases of U.K. COVID Variant Shown in CDC Map
The U.K. variant of the virus has been recorded in 20 states across the U.S., with Florida currently the worst affected.
Many Floridians Overdue for 2nd COVID Vaccine Dose, Worried of Side Effects
Some seniors are "balking at getting the second shot because they've heard that the side effects are worse with the second shot," one health official said.
'Horrified' Loews Hotels Cancel GOP Sen. Josh Hawley Fundraiser
"We have informed the host of the Feb. fundraiser that it will no longer be held at Loews Hotels," the New York City-based luxury hotel company tweeted.
Palm Beach County Cannot Legally End Trump Lease for Golf Club
Howard Falcon, chief assistant county attorney, told Newsweek that "there is no basis" for the county to end its lease with Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach.
Dave Bautista Places $20,000 Bounty on Individuals Who Defaced Manatee
The WWE-wrestler-turned-Hollywood actor took to Twitter to issue the reward, telling his followers he will donate a large sum toward finding the culprit.
COVID Vaccines Worth $5,000 Each Stolen from Florida Hospital
The vials of the Moderna vaccination, worth $5,000 each, went missing from Florida State Hospital's medical storage unit. No suspects have been identified.
Swing States' Republicans Change Party Registration in Wake of Capitol Riot
A number of Republicans in Arizona, Pennsylvania, Florida and Iowa changed their party registrations in the days following last week's storming of the U.S. Capitol.
Florida Deputy Killed on Duty Was Just One Shift Away From Retirement
Hillsborough County Sheriff Deputy Brian LaVigne, 54, died on Monday afternoon just one day before he was set to retire after 30 years of service.
Giant 9-foot Python Spotted Slithering Outside Florida Family's Home
Burmese pythons are native to Southeast Asia but have become an invasive species in Florida.
Firefighter Seen at Capitol Riots Arrested—Lawyer Criticizes Trump, Police
A photo believed to be of the Florida resident pointing to a sign for Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi appeared on social media last week.
TikToks Show Two Women Getting Arrested for Assaulting an Airline Employee
Filmed in November but posted only recently, the video shows two women being handcuffed and taken from the airport by police. The TikTokker said that other people on their flight said the two weren't wearing masks and had assaulted a flight attendant.
Fact Check: Was 'TRUMP' Carved Into a Manatee in Florida?
An image of a manatee in North Florida's Homosassa River has set off a wave of shock throughout Twitter. It shows a manatee, or sea cow, with the word "TRUMP" on its back.
Over 70 Arrested in Florida Prostitution Sting Ahead of Super Bowl LV
The operation was an attempt to reduce demand for prostitution ahead of the NFL game, which is scheduled to take place on February 7 in Tampa. The men arrested, among them soldiers, teachers and firefighters, were aged between 20 and 62.
Florida Men Stole Veteran's Skulls from Graves for Religious Shrine
At one of the suspect's homes, police found a shrine containing seven skulls bones, sticks, feathers, rocks, turtle shells, and small animal skulls.
Adam Johnson, Seen With Nancy Pelosi's Lectern in Riot, Arrested in Florida
The man in a viral photo has been identified as 36-year-old Adam Johnson of Tampa Bay in the Sunshine State.
More Infectious UK COVID Variant B.1.1.7 Now Confirmed in Eight States
The variant appears to be significantly more transmissible than the original, although it does not seem to cause more severe illness.
Anthony Fauci Thinks U.K. COVID Variant More Widespread in U.S. Than Known
The new, more infectious variant has been detected in California, Florida, New York, and Georgia. Fauci told Newsweek he would be "very surprised" if it was not in "several more states."
5 Moments That Helped Alabama WR DeVonta Smith Win The 2020 Heisman Trophy
From his one-handed catch at LSU to the punt return at Arkansas, here are five memorable performances from the 2020 Heisman Trophy winner. And here are the top 5 final standings.
Florida Vaccine Registration Site Closed Minutes After Launch
State officials are prioritizing individuals over 65 as Florida proceeds to administer its earliest doses.
Video of Ron DeSantis Berating CNN Reporter Over Vaccine Rollout Goes Viral
The clip has been reshared shared by The Dailly Caller and CNN's JIm Acosta, among others.
Florida Officials Taking Mar-a-Lago NYE Party Complaint 'Very Seriously'
Florida State Rep. Omari Hardy called for the president's private club in Palm Beach to be fined or shut down after videos showed attendees flouting amask mandate.
New, More Transmissible COVID Strain Found in These States
Colorado was the first state to report a case of the COVID-19 variant on December 29. Other states have since followed.