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Cownose ray population may be slipping and that's bad for Florida

Cownose ray population may be slipping and that's bad for Florida

A marine species that produces just one pup a year is at the center of a growing battle over Florida fishing rules.
The Columbus Dispatch The Columbus Dispatch
Dublin officials, deer experts speak to public on deer sharpshooting plan

Dublin officials, deer experts speak to public on deer sharpshooting plan

Dublin officials and deer experts outlined the city's upcoming deer management program, which will use sharpshooters, at an Aug. 25 meeting.
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Driver Dies After Crashing Pickup Truck into Miami Springs Storefront

Driver Dies After Crashing Pickup Truck into Miami Springs Storefront

A driver died early Wednesday morning after his pickup truck crashed into a storefront in Miami Springs, Florida. The incident occurred just before 2:30 a.m. in the vicinity of Northwest 36th Street and Lee Drive. According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, Miami Springs police officers responded to the scene and found that the driver, identified as Reginald Devon Faulks, 47, was traveling west on Northwest 36th Street when his vehicle veered onto the right shoulder, entered the sidewalk, and collided with a business storefront. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue transported Faulks to Jackson Memorial Hospital’s Ryder Trauma Center, where he was pronounced dead. The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Traffic Homicide Bureau has taken over the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
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Statewide Hurricane Preparedness Tour Visits Palm Beach County

Statewide Hurricane Preparedness Tour Visits Palm Beach County

Chief Financial Officer and State Fire Marshal Blaise Ingoglia visited Palm Beach County as part of his statewide hurricane preparedness tour. The visit emphasized the importance of readiness during Florida's peak hurricane season, which spans August to October. Since May, the Department of Financial Services Division of Consumer Services has provided safety tips and resources to over 22,000 Floridians. Ingoglia highlighted the need for proactive measures, such as assembling emergency kits and safeguarding important documents, to mitigate risks during hurricanes. Local officials, including Palm Beach Gardens Deputy Fire Chief James Ippolito and Emergency Management Director David Reyes, echoed the importance of community preparedness and collaboration with first responders.
Detroit Free Press Detroit Free Press
'Beaver Deceiver' installed to stop flooding at Oakland University

'Beaver Deceiver' installed to stop flooding at Oakland University

A pair of beavers dammed a creek at Oakland University and caused flooding. Officials are keeping the beavers, but hope to stop the flooding.
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Baby 'Cocaine Hippo' Rescued in Colombia, Highlighting Invasive Species Crisis

Baby 'Cocaine Hippo' Rescued in Colombia, Highlighting Invasive Species Crisis

Authorities in northwestern Colombia have rescued a newborn hippopotamus found alone and malnourished by fishermen on a riverbank. This calf is part of the approximately 200 'cocaine hippos' living in the wild in Colombia, all descended from a colony originally imported by the late drug lord Pablo Escobar. The rescued hippo was found separated from its mother in a rural area of Puerto Nare municipality and was suffering from advanced dehydration and malnutrition. After receiving veterinary care to stabilize its condition, the animal was transferred to a hippo sanctuary located at Hacienda Napoles, Escobar's former estate, which now operates as a theme park. These hippos, initially four brought in the 1980s for Escobar's private zoo, escaped after his death in 1993 and have since established a large wild population along the Magdalena River.
Florida Times-Union Florida Times-Union
Drainage ponds can be deadly for kids with autism. What can be done?

Drainage ponds can be deadly for kids with autism. What can be done?

State Rep. Kim Daniels joined Jacksonville City Council members saying safety regulations at drainage ponds not enough to stop children from drowning.
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West Palm needs more tap water. Its pricey plan to get it. | Exclusive

West Palm needs more tap water. Its pricey plan to get it. | Exclusive

West Palm's current water system is susceptible to droughts and contaminants. And officials warn demand will soon exceed supply.
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Mother and 2-Year-Old Daughter Killed by Lightning Strike in Margate, Florida

Mother and 2-Year-Old Daughter Killed by Lightning Strike in Margate, Florida

A tragic lightning strike in Margate, Florida, claimed the lives of a mother, identified as 31-year-old Kenya Glashow, and her 2-year-old daughter during a Sunday thunderstorm. Margate police and fire rescue responded to reports of two individuals struck by lightning on a sidewalk around 2:30 p.m. First responders immediately began rendering aid, including CPR. The mother was transported to North Broward Medical Center, and the child was rushed to Broward Health Medical Center. Both were pronounced dead shortly after arriving at the hospitals. The incident remains under investigation by the Margate Police Department. An earlier report had incorrectly identified the mother's age and the child's gender, which was later corrected by CBS News Miami after confirming with detectives.
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Columbus man accused of threatening to kill Trump, Florida congressman

Columbus man accused of threatening to kill Trump, Florida congressman

Alex Miller, 26, of Columbus, faces charges in Florida after being accused of sending an email to U.S. Rep. Randy Fine, threatening to behead him.
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Woman Dies After Being Struck by Car While Biking Near Gainesville Walmart

Woman Dies After Being Struck by Car While Biking Near Gainesville Walmart

A 38-year-old woman died after being hit by a car while riding her bicycle in Gainesville, Florida, on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred around 11:20 AM along Waldo Road, in the vicinity of a Walmart store. Following the crash, the intersection of 12th Avenue was temporarily shut down by Gainesville police to facilitate investigation and emergency response. The intersection has since been reopened. Further details regarding the circumstances of the collision or any potential charges have not been released at this time.