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A man was killed after his car collided into a semi truck while he was using the autopilot function on a Tesla Model S vehicle. The car did not apply the brakes before the crash.
Read More »Florida’s Budget, New Laws Begin July 1
Starting Friday, clergy who don't want to marry same-sex couples will have state backing for their beliefs, high school students will have more choice over where they play sports or study, and local governments won't be able to regulate the use of Styrofoam containers. Those are among the 159 new laws that will go into effect in Florida on July 1. The laws range from the latest record-setting state budget to a public records exemption for taped, mixed-martial arts bouts.
Read More »600,000 Travelers At Orlando Airport This Weekend
More than 600,000 travelers are expected to pass through Orlando International Airport this Memorial Day weekend.
Read More »How Florida Organic Growers Tries To Help Those In Food Deserts
Florida Organic Growers (FOG), a nonprofit food organization, is trying to end the problem of food deserts by partnering with local farmers markets using a new government-funded initiative called Fresh Access Bucks.
Read More »How To Properly Use Those Gainesville Roundabouts
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Read More »Florida Senate May Pick Up Aspects of House ‘Uber’ Bill
The Senate and House have taken different positions on the issue.
Read More »Amtrak Train May Come To Florida Panhandle
Officials are currently searching for destinations and stops that benefit both the railway and its passengers.
Read More »Airport Gun Bill Launched In Florida Senate
The Florida state legislature is considering a measure that would allow people with concealed-weapons licenses to continue carrying sidearms in the areas of airports that are before passengers go through the security-screening process. It is unknown how far the measure will fly this legislative session, as it has two additional committee appearances scheduled in the Senate, and the House version has not been heard in committees.
Read More »Three Candidates Talk Qualifications in Gainesville Mayoral Candidate Forum
Incumbent Mayor Ed Braddy and candidates Lauren Poe and Donald Shepherd, touched on income distribution, integrity and energy among other topics before a crowd of about 100 people at the Martin H. Levin Advocacy Center on Wednesday night.
Read More »Alachua County Wants A Voice In I-75 Task Force Plans
An Alachua County Commissioners Meeting was held to discuss improving existing routes on I-75 and limiting environmental harm.
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