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Scientists say seaweed season may be worst ever for Florida beaches

WSVN 7News 5/9 12:08P Kevin Boulandier

Scientists have a very smelly prediction for Florida beaches this year. Scientists at the University of South Florida Optical Oceanography Lab, who track sargassum, also known...

Several unique bird eggs hatch at Zoo Miami ahead of Mother’s Day weekend

WSVN 7News 5/9 11:50A Matthew Garcia

Zoo Miami had several eggs for unique bird species from tropical America, Asia and Africa hatch just in time to celebrate their first Mother s Day weekend. The first of those...

FWC bodycam video from aftermath of fatal 2022 boat crash deleted before July trial of Miami real...

WSVN 7News 5/9 11:22A Matthew Garcia

Critical body camera video that showed officers responding to a boat crash that killed a 17-year-old teen and injured 10 others was deleted just two months before the trial...

Brush fire in South Miami-Dade burns 400 acres; intermittent closures expected all day

WSVN 7News 5/9 10:37A Kevin Boulandier

Fire crews continue to battle a brush fire that broke out in South Miami-Dade. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue helicopters flew over the fire dropping buckets of water onto the flames...

Davie Blvd. bridge over New River in Fort Lauderdale reopens after closure causes some rush-hour...

WSVN 7News 5/9 10:32A Rubén Rosario

A drawbridge in Fort Lauderdale has reopened to traffic, just over an hour after a malfunction prompted its closure in Fort Lauderdale, causing some delays during rush hour....

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As reading scores fall, states turn to phonics — but not without a fight

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 5/10 3:30A Tribune News Service

By Robbie Sequeira, Stateline.org As states rush to address falling literacy scores, a new kind of education debate in state legislatures is taking hold: not whether reading...

Broward schools to slash budget by $65 million. Here’s what may be cut.

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 5/10 2:44A Scott Travis

Broward schools plan to make cuts to security staff, administrators and other expenses in an effort to slash the district budget by $64.6 million. Superintendent Howard Hepburn has outlined some of...

Most Americans disapprove of Trump’s treatment of colleges, a new poll finds

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 5/9 3:53A Associated Press

By JOCELYN GECKER and LINLEY SANDERS, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — A majority of U.S. adults disapprove of President Donald Trump’s handling of issues related to colleges and universities,...

Confidence among Hispanics in U.S. economy dips, FAU national poll finds

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 5/9 3:52A Anthony Man

Consumer confidence among U.S. Hispanics is down. The Hispanic Consumer Sentiment Index from Florida Atlantic University dipped to 85.7 in the first quarter of 2025, down from...

Federal judge orders Trump administration to unblock pandemic relief money for schools

Florida Education News-South Florida Sun Sentinel 5/7 6:33A Associated Press

By MORIAH BALINGIT, AP Education Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the Education Department to undo a freeze on the last of the U.S. relief money...

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The Rocket Pop You Loved As a Kid Is Now a Tea You Can Feel Good About

Restaurant News 5/9 5:39A RestaurantNews.com

Ryl Tea reimagines nostalgic summer favorite with zero sugar, real brewed tea benefits and a $100,000 donation to Wounded Warrior Project New York, NY  ( RestaurantNews.com ) ...

Houston TX Hot Chicken Spices Things up With Second Idaho Location Opening in Post Falls

Restaurant News 5/8 7:27A RestaurantNews.com

( RestaurantNews.com ) WHO: Houston TX Hot Chicken (HHC), the industry leader in serving high quality, organic, antibiotic-free, hormone-free and never frozen hot chicken with...

PJ’s Coffee Brings Back Southern Wedding Cake Drinks on May 8

Restaurant News 5/8 6:50A RestaurantNews.com

New Orleans coffee brand celebrates regional classic with returning fan-favorites, offers free coffee for Mother s Day New Orleans, LA  ( RestaurantNews.com )  PJ’s Coffee is...

Hot Franchise Alert: The Success Behind East Coast Wings + Grill

Restaurant News 5/8 6:13A RestaurantNews.com

( RestaurantNews.com )  Are you ready to discover a profitable franchise opportunity that s on fire literally and figuratively? Allow us to introduce East Coast Wings + Grill...

Former NFL Star and Super Bowl Champion Vernon Davis Is Scoring Big in the Restaurant Industry

Restaurant News 5/8 5:22A RestaurantNews.com

For the sportsman turned entrepreneur, It s not just about business; it s about building experiences that resonate and endure. Washington, DC  ( RestaurantNews.com )  For...

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Rookie minicamp gives the Titans a glimpse at how quickly Cam Ward might be their starting QB

Latest Florida Sports Headlines Sun Sentinel 5/10 11:27A Associated Press

By TERRY McCORMICK NASHVILLE, Tenn.  — The Tennessee Titans have made clear they aren’t ready to name a starter at quarterback despite taking Cam Ward out of Miami with the...

Bucs rookie Desmond Watson, at 430-plus pounds, wants to make people forget his size

Latest Florida Sports Headlines Sun Sentinel 5/10 10:33A Associated Press

By ROB MAADDI TAMPA — Desmond Watson’s goal is to make people forget about his size and view him for his unique big-man talent. It’s hard to ignore the heaviest player in NFL...

Five observations on UCF football this offseason

Latest Florida Sports Headlines Sun Sentinel 5/10 8:03A Matt Murschel

While UCF made significant strides during its spring football camp, the Knights provided limited glimpses into the makeup of their 2025 team. This subtle approach seems suited...

Bianchi: UF presidential pick backed Harbaugh amid Michigan’s scandal

Latest Florida Sports Headlines Sun Sentinel 5/10 7:49A Mike Bianchi

If there is anybody who should be thrilled about Santa Ono becoming the University of Florida s unanimous choice as the new school president , it is Florida football coach...

Why Pat Riley wouldn't oppose Heat pursuing 'aging star' amidst Kevin Durant rumors

Miami Heat on Yahoo! Sports 5/10 7:49A ClutchPoints | Miami Heat News

With the Miami Heat looking to make some changes in the offseason after a disappointing finish, team president Pat Riley will be one of many in the front office to bring this...

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Dutch Baby

Love and Lemons 5/10 6:25A Jeanine Donofrio

This Dutch baby pancake is for you if 1) you love popovers, 2) you love crepes, and/or 3) you want making brunch to be as easy as possible. This recipe couldn t be simpler!...

Farmers Need Climate Research to Thrive

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 5/9 5:57A Nick Rossi

Photo credit: USDA, by Neil Palmer. Since its establishment in the 2008 Farm Bill, the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has advanced research that helps American farmers and ranchers...

Love & Lemons Cooking Club – May!

Love and Lemons 5/6 5:44A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

Our Cooking Club is a fun way to celebrate the Love & Lemons community of readers. The concept is super simple—each month, I choose a recipe. You make it, and you leave a...

Easy Scones

Love and Lemons 5/4 2:20A Jeanine Donofrio

The best scones are buttery, flaky, and moist inside. They re crisp and crumbly around the edges, perfect for pairing with a cup of coffee or tea. Scones can get a bad rap for...

The Case for Homemade Guacamole

Love and Lemons 5/1 1:55A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

A few weeks ago, I went out to dinner with friends at a neighborhood Mexican restaurant. As we looked over the menu (I was deciding between portobello tacos or veggie...

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