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POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

On Wednesday, the Florida House unanimously passed a bill that would ban cell phone use at schools in the state, with limited exceptions. (File Photo)

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POLITICAL CONNECTIONS

Full Episode: Florida House passes school cell phone ban, Hope Florida director resigns and disputes continue over Trump's deportation plans

Political Connections airs each night at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News.

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Although dry, Thursday's weather looks gorgeous

Sunny and mild on Thursday with highs at seasonable levels.

Orlando13 hours ago

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The Chronos Portal stands at the entrance of Epic Universe, Universal Orlando's fourth theme park. (Spectrum News/Anna Wronka)

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An 'epic' adventure: what to know about Universal Orlando's Epic Universe

Get ready to explore new worlds at Epic Universe, set to open May 22. Here's a guide on what to expect before you start your journey.

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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic at Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park. (Spectrum News)

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FIRST LOOK: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The attraction’s grand opening is set for May 22.

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Super Nintendo World at Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park. (Spectrum News)

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FIRST LOOK: Super Nintendo World at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The attraction’s grand opening is set for May 22.

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How to Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk at Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park. (Spectrum News)

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FIRST LOOK: How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The attraction’s grand opening is set for May 22.

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Stardust Racers in Celestial Park at Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park. (Spectrum News)

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FIRST LOOK: Celestial Park at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The attraction’s grand opening is set for May 22.

Orlando2 days ago

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Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment in Dark Universe at Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park. (Spectrum News)

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FIRST LOOK: Dark Universe at Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

The attraction’s grand opening is set for May 22.

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The new Universal Helios Grand Hotel, located at Epic Universe in Orlando, Fla. (Spectrum News)

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New Universal Helios Grand Hotel welcomes its first guests

The 500-room hotel overlooks Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe.

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POLITICS

U.S. District Judge James Boasberg, chief judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia (Carolyn Van Houten/The Washington Post via AP, File)

POLITICS

Judge finds cause to hold Trump administration in criminal contempt for violating deportation order

Judge James E. Boasberg threatened to launch hearings and potentially refer the matter for prosecution.

Washington, D.C.12 hours ago

TARIFFS

President Donald Trump gestures to the crowd as he departs from an event on the South Lawn of the White House, Monday, April 14, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

TARIFFS

Trump says he's joining Bessent and Lutnick for trade negotiations with Japanese at the White House

Japan's 24% across-the-board tariff is on hold, but a 10% baseline tariff and a 25% tariff on cars, auto parts, steel and aluminum remains in place.

Washington12 hours ago

RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio talks to the reporters at NATO Headquarters in Brussels, Friday, April 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, Pool)

RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR

Rubio and Witkoff will travel to Paris for talks on the war in Ukraine

The pair will have “talks with European counterparts to advance President Trump’s goal to end the Russia-Ukraine war and stop the bloodshed."

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POLITICS

Attorney General Pam Bondi speaks with reporters at the White House, Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

POLITICS

Trump administration sues Maine over participation of transgender athletes in girls sports

The lawsuit follows weeks of feuding between the administration and Democratic Gov. Janet Mills that has led to threats to cut off federal funding.

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POLITICS

Trump administration wants to end IRS Direct File program

POLITICS

Trump administration plans to end IRS Direct File program for free tax filing, AP sources say

The electronic system for filing tax returns directly to the agency is free.

Nationwide11 hours ago

POLITICS

President Donald Trump speaks during the Commander-in-Chief trophy presentation to the Navy Midshipman football team in the East Room of the White House, Tuesday, April 15, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)