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Migrant Children Were Exposed to Toxic Contamination at Florida Immigration Jail
The now-closed facility was located next to a Superfund site. Kids incarcerated there were exposed to arsenic and lead.
Floridians’ Fights Against Flock Cameras and AI Are Shaking Up State Politics
Public backlash has pushed some counties to pull funding for Flock cameras and issue moratoriums on data centers.
Florida Farmworkers Exposed to Scorching Heat and Pesticides
Gov. Ron DeSantis banned local governments from implementing heat protections for outdoor workers two years ago.
NextEra’s Acquisition of Dominion Energy Would Result in Corporate Mega-Utility
The utility merger seeks to exploit the data center boom for profit and political clout, at ratepayers’ expense.
Federal Appeals Court Affirms Florida’s “Stop WOKE Act” Is Unconstitutional
The law, championed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, aims to restrict certain teachings concerning race and diversity.
Florida Bars Undocumented Students From State Colleges
Over 49,000 undocumented students are currently enrolled in Florida colleges.
Incarcerated People Lose Treasured Media When Prisons Change Tablet Contracts
People are losing purchased music and games, as well as emails and photographs from loved ones, without compensation.
Florida Law Banning Local Net-Zero Emissions Policies Will Take Effect July 1
Some worry the law could have a chilling effect on other local policies aimed at moving the state toward cleaner energy.
Environmental Groups Say the Fight to Shut Down “Alligator Alcatraz” Isn’t Over
“We will not rest until the government is held accountable for violating the law,” said an attorney.
Florida Shuts Down Alligator Alcatraz After a Year of Lawsuits and Brutality
After using $1 billion to brutalize immigrants, “Alligator Alcatraz” has been emptied. Its victims still need justice.