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Controversial Florida African American history standards stirring intra-Republican feud

DeSantis' campaign and administration aren't backing down in defense of Florida's new Black history standards, lashing out even at Republican critics

 

After strong second quarter, Estero-based rental car giant Hertz sees more growth ahead

Hertz's earnings beat Wall Street's expectations in the second quarter, although revenues fell a bit short.

 

After one deal falls through, high-rise developer buys Fort Myers Beach's devastated Outrigger

London Bay Development Group purchases Fort Myers Beach's classic Old Florida motel, Outrigger, for $38 million after devastation by Hurricane Ian.

 

U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds against DeSantis administration over Black history standards

SWFL's U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds tweeted against newly adopted teaching standards that state some African Americans benefited from slavery.

 

Boy accused of assault is related to Palm Beach Central official accused of failure to report

Five school employees were arrested, accused of failing to report child abuse. The boy accused of the assault on a student was related to one of them.

 

Police search for missing North Carolina woman whose car was found 2 days after she was last seen

Multiple North Carolina agencies are searching for Allisha Watts after her car was found two days after she was last seen on July 16.

 

2023 World Cup soccer schedule today: Next games, start times, TV channel, how to watch

Argentina takes on South Africa Thursday night, while Friday's action at the 2023 FIFA World Cup includes England vs. Denmark and China vs. Haiti.

 

Bond set over $80,000 for Lehigh Acres woman accused in separate Lehigh Acres hit-and-runs

A Lehigh Acres woman authorities say was involved in two separate hit-and-runs, one of them resulting in a serious injury, faces a five-digit bond.

 

How do I apply for free or reduced school lunches in Florida? What programs are available?

As the school year approaches, some families may need to apply for free or reduced lunch. Here's what you need to know.

 

Most SWFL hospitals earn high marks for patient safety and outcomes

Two Lee Health campuses got five stars, a move up from last year. NCH hospitals stay at four stars

 

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