May 30, 2023
Florida Business News

Florida's controversial growth bill becomes law

Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed legislation that environmental groups say will make it harder to limit sprawling development in Florida. But supporters of the measure say it will reduce frivolous lawsuits in the state.

Shocked by ‘horrific’ stories of kids housed in nursing homes, judge tells Florida: Fix it

The fate of 140 Florida children who are living their lives in institutions now rests with a judge who is presiding over a civil rights lawsuit filed by the U.S. Justice Department against state health regulators.

Private Axiom Space astronauts set to leave space station ahead of Florida splashdown

The private Axiom Space astronauts that arrived to the International Space Station eight days ago have climbed aboard their ride home to Earth aiming for a splashdown late Tuesday off the coast of Florida.

Is this pristine Florida beach the best in the country? “Dr. Beach” says it is

St. George Island State Park, a 1,962-acre barrier island, offers nine miles of pristine beach and has long been a favorite spot for fans of Gulf of Mexico sunsets and stargazing.

Free beer is back at Busch Gardens this summer

Shocked by ‘horrific’ stories of kids housed in nursing homes, judge tells Florida: Fix itThe notion of free beer is based in the park’s roots, when it opened in 1959 as a beer garden that had bird shows and promoted the products of its then-owner Anheuser-Busch.

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How is the water flow to the Everglades managed in Florida?

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