Judge sanctions Trump lawyers in IRS case over improper-purpose fund
On July 13, 2026, Judge Kathleen Williams sanctioned Trump’s lawyers in a dismissed IRS case, finding “improper purpose” and limiting use of the “settlement” terms.
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Tampa Bay renters could feel Florida’s property-tax overhaul—state model starts in 2027
A Florida constitutional amendment could reduce local property-tax revenue growth starting with the 2027 roll, state model shows for Hillsborough and Tampa.
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Macclenny-area fuel prices: AAA Jacksonville metro regular slips; diesel edges down (July 20)
Macclenny FL Gas & Diesel Watch – AAA Jacksonville metro averages show regular gas at $3.9180/gal and diesel at $5.2530/gal as of 7/20/26.
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Miami-Dade TRIM budget hearings: Sept. 3 & Sept. 17 at 5:01 p.m.
Miami-Dade County’s FY 2026-27 TRIM-linked budget hearings are Sept. 3 and Sept. 17, 2026 at 5:01 p.m.—plus what to check in your notice.
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Inverness water restrictions explained: SWFWMD Modified Phase III rules
Inverness FL – SWFWMD’s Modified Phase III “Extreme” water rules run through Oct. 1, 2026. Find your weekly watering day, allowed hours, and exceptions.
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Apollo Beach Blvd safety retrofit enters planning—what the county will study
Hillsborough County says the Apollo Beach Blvd safety retrofit is in planning. Here’s what the study will evaluate for drivers, walkers and bicyclists.
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Jacksonville Budget Address set for July 20: what to watch
Jacksonville City Council meets Monday, July 20, 2026 at 9 a.m. for Mayor Donna Deegan’s 2026-2027 Budget Address—here’s what to watch in the details.
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Hialeah Special Master hearing July 22: daily fines, liens, foreclosure risk
Hialeah’s Special Master hearing is set for July 22, 2026 at 10 a.m. Here’s what daily code fines can mean for liens—and what NOV recipients can do.
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St. Cloud hearing July 15: parking and school-zone speed notices
St. Cloud FL – July 15 Code Enforcement Special Magistrate docket includes parking citation appeals and School Zone Speed Program notices with listed road speeds.
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Plantation warns residents about filtration sales pitches over tap water
Plantation FL – City says some home filtration companies are contacting residents with tap-water claims. Rely on the city’s testing and annual report.
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Hollywood adopts Waterworks 2050 water & sewer rates for 2027–2031
Hollywood FL: City Commission adopted Waterworks 2050 water and sewer rate schedules July 7, 2026, with new bills starting Oct. 1, 2026.
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FAA: Thunderstorms could delay flights at ATL, Florida hubs and more Friday
United States Severe Weather and Travel Disruptions – FAA’s July 17 report lists hubs where thunderstorms may delay flights; here’s what to check now.
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Orlando’s draft HUD housing plan heads to July 6 public hearing—how to comment
Orlando will hold a second public hearing July 6 on draft HUD housing plans for 2026-2030—how to review, comment, and what comes next.
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Metrobus changes start July 20: Routes 2, 183, 211, 601, 602 & 836
Miami-Dade Transit’s next Metrobus service adjustment begins Monday, July 20, 2026. Here’s what changes on Routes 2, 183, 211, 601, 602 and 836.
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Hillsborough plans school-zone speed enforcement expansion—what to know
Hillsborough County directed staff to draft an amendment expanding its School Zone Speed Enforcement Program to additional unincorporated school zones.
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Summerlin Avenue Phase I: Marks & Colonial detours for Orlando drivers
Orlando drivers: the Summerlin & Marks intersection is set to close beginning early June 2026 for ~3–4 months, plus overnight Colonial shifts.
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Orlando commuters: SR 408 Exit 10B overnight closure July 19–23 for I-4
SR 408 eastbound to I-4 eastbound via Exit 10B closes overnight July 19–23, 8 p.m.–6 a.m., with posted detours. I-4 ramp work also runs July 12–16.
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Miami-Dade’s proposed 2026-27 budget tweaks transit spending, targets some low-ridership routes—hearings ahead
Miami-Dade’s proposed FY 2026-27 budget keeps the operating property tax rate flat and boosts transit spending, while targeting early/late low-ridership cuts.
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Pinellas voters: Aug. 18 primary dates for St. Petersburg mayor & City Council
St. Petersburg voters: Pinellas’ Aug. 18 primary decides mayor and City Council races. Here are registration, early voting, and mail deadlines.
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FAA: Thunderstorms could delay ATL/PHL and Florida hubs — Thu, July 16
FAA’s July 16 daily air traffic report warns thunderstorms could delay flights at ATL, PHL and Florida hubs (MCO, MIA, FLL). Here’s what to check.
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Margate’s July 1 building-permit exemptions (HB 803): small projects—what’s exempt
Starting July 1, 2026, Margate will apply CS/CS/HB 803 building-permit exemptions for qualifying small single-family work. Here’s what’s exempt.
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Supreme Court denies stay of execution for Dennis Sochor, clearing path
On July 14, 2026, the Supreme Court denied Dennis Sochor’s stay request and cert petition, clearing the way for Florida’s execution.