WLRN WEEKEND: A collection of some of our feature stories for your weekend reading
FEATURED NEWS
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South Florida agencies and federal officials are preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with increased security measures, drone restrictions and coordination efforts ahead of the tournament's launch. Officials did not clarify confusion over whether ICE agents will be present at matches and looking for undocumented immigrants.
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The American Black Film Festival is underway this weekend in Miami Beach for its 30th year, featuring roughly 90 world premieres, series and microdramas.
- Preeminent Florida research universities go without extra state funding from Legislature
- West Palm Beach commissioners to vote on future of historic Coleman Park
- Moise drops out of race for FL-20, endorses two candidates
- West Palm Beach to vote on land transfer that could shape future of historic Black neighborhood
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FLORIDA NEWS
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A rocket belonging to Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin has exploded during a test at the launch pad. Thursday night's blast was felt in nearby Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach, Florida, and briefly turned the sky orange.
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About two-thirds of the U.S. is in some stage of drought in late spring 2026, yet at the same time the country has been seeing more intense downpours. It might seem contradictory, but both are symptoms of rising global temperatures. The reason has to do with the water cycle.
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A poll of 500 Florida Hispanic voters reveals that while there is dissatisfaction with President Donald Trump’s performance in office, it’s not translating into support for Democratic Party candidates in the two marquee races on the statewide ballot this fall.
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