ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Latest on Hurricane Irma (all times local): 6 p.m. President Donald Trump has declared a major disaster in the state of Florida, making federal aid available to people affected by Hurricane Irma in nine counties already hit by the storm. The federal help includes temporary housing and home repairs, … Continue reading
MIAMI (AP) — Rapper Pitbull is expanding his Miami charter school. The Miami native announced the expansion of SLAM! Academy Charter School during a ceremony Thursday. Gov. Rick Scott was also on hand to present Pitbull, whose real name is Armando Christian Perez, with the Florida Ambassador of the Arts Award. The award recognizes those whose … Continue reading
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