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Abortion · West Palm BeachFlorida doctors who care for pregnant patients say they're struggling under the weight of abortion restrictions that took effect earlier this month, banning the procedure in most instances after six weeks into a pregnancy.Those doctors, as well as attorneys, worry the new law could impact health care across Florida.Dr. Lindsay Maggio, a maternal fetal medicine specialist, spent eight years building a career in Florida before she packed up her Or…See the Story
Could Florida's new abortion restrictions 'drive doctors away?' Some say it's already happening
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Disney · West Palm BeachRemote workers are setting up their offices at Disney parks and posting about it on social media.It's called "The Most Magical Place On Earth," but some remote workers are turning Disney World into their place of business.Everyone from freelance journalists to lawyers is sharing where inside the park they can plug in and get to work while also mixing in time to visit Cinderella Castle."I am able to shift my hours earlier so I can hit the parks i…See the Story
Remote workers ditch the office, set up shop at Disney World
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Stuart, Florida · StuartThe controversy over a proposed detox facility in Stuart continues as new questions emerged over claims the project's applicant made in a Local Planning Agency meeting.See the Story
'I don't know who these people are': Martin Co. sheriff calls out detox facility applicant ahead of meeting
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West Palm Beach · West Palm BeachFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis made it clear earlier this week that lawmakers will not be tackling any more issues in the near future."I have no plans to call a special session," DeSantis said at a bill signing event along the Space Coast.That statement was disheartening to state Rep. Jervonte Edmonds, D-West Palm Beach."It's truly disappointing," Edmonds said. "Residents are still feeling the burden." There had been speculation that a special sessio…See the Story
No special session on home insurance is 'truly disappointing,' state Rep. Jervonte Edmonds says
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West Palm Beach · West Palm BeachSteward Health is one of the largest private hospital operators in the country, and in addition to running Sebastian's only hospital, operates medical centers in Brevard, Broward and Miami-Dade.See the Story
'I was surprised:' Concern mounts after operator of Sebastian Medical Center files for bankruptcy
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Ron DeSantis · West Palm BeachFor another week, the governor's office has highlighted Hope Florida as a way to help more Floridians without a heavy taxpayer burden.Thursday morning in Panama City Beach, Gov. Ron DeSantis and first lady Casey DeSantis touted new state data about the program while offering about $140,000 to area charities from the Hope Florida fund."This is just the right thing to do," the Republican governor said. "But it's also beneficial for taxpayers becau…See the Story
Gov. Ron DeSantis highlights Hope Florida as critics push for better state safety nets
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West Palm Beach · West Palm BeachAs we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, a new report is examining how that admiration is not necessarily reflected in educators' paychecks.The National Education Association reported Florida's average teacher pay has plummeted compared with other states, with only West Virginia paying less. Last year, Florida came in at No. 48 for average teacher salary. This year, the Sunshine State ranks 50th out of all 50 states plus Washington, D.C.SPECIA…See the Story
Florida average teacher pay falls again. Which state pays less?
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