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Both deaths were likely caused by the bacteria Vibrio, which is found in oysters. trib.al/PE0jpjo

One of your neighbors published an article in the Obituaries section. Read their story on Patch. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.) trib.al/QX4rFGl

JC La Verde was seriously injured in an alligator attack while swimming in Lake Thonotosassa on Aug. 3. The attack was captured on video. trib.al/8wmtVUz

In Florida, about 93 percent of kindergarteners in the 2020-21 school year were vaccinated against polio. trib.al/JC4efiX

Biden signed legislation to tackle the climate crisis, promote clean energy, get tax credits for electric vehicles, reduce utility costs. trib.al/OHAemrm

While U.S. Rep. Val Demings has been in the spotlight attempting to oust Republican Rubio, three more Democrats are on the ballot. trib.al/elwsjGy

"I knew we had to find a way to help millions of women, people who would no longer have access to the health care they need,” Bracy said. trib.al/6FsS65g

While the putative national model is for teachers to reach their positions through earning degrees, DeSantis said professors "bloviate." trib.al/qi301Fa

A new Lifetime movie starring Thora Birch details the relationship between Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie and the vlogger's death. trib.al/yrAtucO

Thunderstorms in Florida produced a massive waterspout off the coast of Destin on Tuesday, according to weather officials. trib.al/906sId7

Gov. DeSantis wants to hire retired first-responders and military veterans, who would receive bonuses to become teachers in Florida. trib.al/t9yKssf

Dr. Chaundre Cross set sail from Naples on Aug. 10. After several days of searching, the Coast Guard suspended efforts to find him Sunday. trib.al/yhdWl03

In a state Algebra 1 exam, 49 percent of students passed in 2022, up from 47 percent in 2021, according to the department of education. trib.al/5gTJFB1

In a competitive U.S. Senate race for a Florida seat, Rep. Val Demings continues to launch attacks on Sen. Rubio's missed roll call votes. trib.al/tTwrbfK

This state appellate court has refused to allow a 16-year-old pregnant girl who was 10 weeks pregnant to obtain an abortion. trib.al/eoXNOOs

Monkeypox cases have risen to 1,266 in Florida, with more teens and young adults infected in several counties in the outbreak. trib.al/JSTIdr0

The pass rusher became the first active NFL player to come out as gay last year when he played for the Las Vegas Raiders. trib.al/efb50Pw

A 10-year-old boy was attacked by a shark while his family was snorkeling off the Florida Keys over the weekend. trib.al/sCiMXVs

The Explorida Manatee Swim Tour in Crystal River was voted No. 10, the only U.S.-based experience to make Tripadvisor's top 10 adventures. trib.al/WL60gVK

A robust economy despite the pandemic and a plentiful workforce helped Florida jump six places in Top States for Business in 2022 rankings. trib.al/6ZjrrBR