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Appeals court urged to reverse Florida education ruling
Arguing that the measure has violated speech rights and led to discrimination, attorneys for students, parents, and teachers are urging a federal appeals court to revive a challenge to a 2022 Florida law that restricts instruction about gender identity and sexual orientation in schools.

Florida joins other states in fight over flood insurance revamp
Florida has joined nine other states in a federal lawsuit challenging an overhaul of the National Flood Insurance Program, arguing the new system is flawed and will drive up premiums for many property owners.

Florida grand jury involved in Trump documents probe by DOJ, AP source says
Federal prosecutors are using a grand jury in Florida as part of their investigation into the possible mishandling of classified documents at former President Donald Trump’s Palm Beach property, a person familiar with the matter said Tuesday night.

White woman who fatally shot Black neighbor is arrested in Florida
A Florida woman accused of fatally shooting her neighbor last week in the violent culmination of what the sheriff described as a 2½-year feud was arrested Tuesday, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office said.
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Morning showers transition into Wednesday afternoon storms
Showers and storms are expected to begin in the mid-morning, particularly to the south in Collier County, before continuing to develop up along the coast into Lee County by the late morning. Storms will continue on and off until the late afternoon.

Will Naples have the Fourth of July fireworks celebration this year?
Naples’ Fourth of July celebration this year might look a little different with the pier closed…if the city decides to host it.

Conviction upheld for roofer who misused COVID relief money
The conviction for the roofer who misused nearly $700,000 of COVID relief money has been upheld.