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| 5/10/2017

Gov. Scott signs ridesharing bill, Lake Okeechobee bill, others

In a victory for ridesharing companies such as Uber and Lyft, Gov. Rick Scott has signed a measure that creates statewide regulations for the fast-growing industry. The industry sought statewide rules to avoid facing different regulations across Florida. More from CBS Miami, the AP, and WLRN.

DiBello: Florida must grow aerospace talent pipeline

A shortage of aerospace talent threatens to become the “Achilles heel” in state efforts to grow the industry, Space Florida CEO Frank DiBello said this week. More from Florida Today.

Publix to enter crowded meal kit business

Publix Super Markets Inc. has joined the ranks of grocers creating their own meal kits, with offerings at two of its Florida stores, in Tampa and Orlando. More from Progressive Grocer and FoodDive.

Florida residents urged to prepare for wildfire evacuation

Emergency officials in Florida's Nassau County have warned residents to prepare for possible evacuation due to wildfire that has grown to more than 140,000 acres. Director Billy Estep is strongly suggesting residents begin preparations for evacuation of families, pets, property, and livestock should an evacuation order become necessary. More from UPI.

NFL buys 3 percent equity stake in Jacksonville-based Fanatics

Jacksonville’s Fanatics Inc. online sports apparel and memorabilia retailer has inked a deal with the NFL that calls for the league to invest $95 million into the company and boosts Fanatics’ worth to more than $3.17 billion. More from the Florida Times-Union.

Out of the Box
Naming Rights

Naval Air Station Key West in Florida is asking Facebook users to help name its new mascot - an American crocodile. Over the past few years, more crocodiles have made the airfield on Boca Chica Key their home.

» More from WLRN.

Tech Trends
Autonomous Vehicles in Florida

Florida has positioned itself well for a driverless future, but there’s a long road ahead before autonomous vehicles are commonplace. This in-depth status report looks at where the state is now, laws that impact autonomous vehicles, how shuttles and trucks are looking to take advantage of emerging technologies.