Costs Of Illegal Immigration In Florida
(Orlando, FL) --Undocumented immigrants cost Florida taxpayers 660-million dollars last year. That's according to a recent report by the Agency for Health Care Administration. The fees were racked up during uncompensated hospital visits. The report says over 26-thousand illegal immigrants sought emergency treatment in 2024. It also highlights the strain illegal immigration has had on the state's health care system.
FL-Based Spirit Airlines Announces Cutbacks
(Dania Beach, FL) -- Florida-based Spirit Airlines is still struggling to turn a profit. The discount air carrier announced major cutbacks today. It will furlough 270 pilots in the coming months to help reduce off-season costs. Spirit also says it will demote more than 100 pilots on October 1st. The airline filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in March.
Judge Sets Hearing Date For Alligator Alcatraz Lawsuit
(Miami, FL) --Those suing over Alligator Alcatraz will get to make their case next month. A federal judge yesterday scheduled a hearing for August 18th.That's when he'll hear arguments from immigrant-rights groups suing over the detention facility in the Everglades. The plaintiffs say they can't get hearings for detainees because it's not clear who has jurisdiction over the facility. The plaintiffs want the judge to order DHS to designate an immigration court to hear their cases.
DOGE To Examine Orange County Records
(Orlando, FL) --Orange County will be opening its books for state inspectors. The Florida Department of Government Efficiency will audit the county's finances on Thursday. DOGE is the state agency set up to ensure local governments are not wasting money. Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia [[in-GO-lee-uh]] says the county's property tax revenue has gone up more than 50 percent in the last five years while spending has gone up 57 percent. Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings says the county's growth has placed increasing demands on public services. He adds, though, the county will fully cooperate with the audit.
Brevard Zoo Announces Details Of Jazzoo Event
(Melbourne, FL) --Tickets are now on sale for what the Brevard Zoo calls a music and food extravaganza. Jazzoo will take place November 8th. There will be music across seven stages and food from about three dozen restaurants, caterers and food trucks. Officials say it'll be a zero-waste event. Staff and volunteers will help sort materials into bins for recycling, compost and landfill. You can get more info at BrevardZoo.org.
New Study Suggests Eggs Help Lower Cholesterol
(Rockville, MD) --A new study suggests eggs can help lower cholesterol. That runs counter to decades old advice to limit egg consumption because it can raise your risk of heart disease and stroke. But now, a paper published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition adds to the growing evidence that eggs are actually good for you. Researchers say while the popular breakfast food may be high in cholesterol, they're low in saturated fat, which is believed to be the real driver of cholesterol elevation. The study suggests that eating eggs, as part of a low saturated fat diet, can boost your health.
Today in History
1999, a federal judge in Little Rock, Arkansas fined President Clinton 89-thousand-dollars for lying about his relationship with former White House intern Monica Lewinsky in his deposition in the Paula Jones sexual harassment case.
1958, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration was authorized by Congress.
1957, "Tonight Starring Jack Paar" premiered on NBC Television.
1914, the first transcontinental telephone service began. The call was placed between New York and San Francisco.