Philadelphia police announced on Tuesday that they have issued an arrest warrant for a state lawmaker who violated a restraining order. A spokesperson from the police said they couldn’t provide any information about the warrant for Rep. Kevin Boyle. According to the police, he was supposed to surrender himself. Boyle, a Democrat from Philadelphia, has been arrested before. In 2021, he was charged with harassment and violating a protection from abuse order for going to his wife’s house. According to his attorney, the situation was described as a “domestic issue” and Boyle was not accused of being violent. Boyle and...
Aprilia Unveils the RSV4 Factory Special Edition in Texas
The background was perfect for the occasion. Last weekend at the MotoGP round in Austin, Texas, Aprilia unveiled two special bikes to pay tribute to one of their most successful racers, the RSV4. The RSV4 Factory SE-09 SBK special edition was introduced together with the Tuono V4 Factory SE-09 SBK. However, it was not clear how the hyper-naked bike was related to the RSV4, apart from having the same engine. However, both special-edition bikes are decorated with the famous design that reminds us of the RSV4’s impressive introduction. They also have upgraded parts like carbon front brake air intakes, a...
Orange County Has the Historical Ties to Texas Independence
Upcoming events in Texas 188 years ago, Texas moved quickly towards becoming an independent nation. Orange County played a significant role in this. One person who lived in Texas signed the Texas Declaration of Independence, and another person fought in the battle of San Jacinto. The anniversary of the Battle of San Jacinto is celebrated on April 21st. The battle, which lasted only 18 minutes, was led by General Sam Houston and resulted in the surrender of the Mexican president and leader, Santa Anna. Prisoner Santa Anna was taken to the United States and New Orleans through the Opelousas Trail,...
Texas Regulators Fine Freeport LNG for Environmental Breaches
The environmental regulator in Texas has fined Freeport LNG, a company that exports liquefied natural gas (LNG), $152,173 for breaking air pollution emissions rules in the state. This violation occurred between 2019 and 2021, according to the company’s report on Tuesday. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) announced on April 11th that Freeport LNG has been releasing carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, and volatile organic compounds in higher amounts than what is permitted. These releases have been happening over several years due to flaring at their plant in Quintana, Texas. Freeport LNG has experienced multiple issues...
One Of The Best Hotel in Florida Where You Can Stay Under $200
Nowadays, it’s hard to find a travel destination that hasn’t become more expensive. But there are still some really good deals available, such as getting a room at this hotel in Florida for less than $200. Fifty Grande recently provided information on the top hotels in the country where you can book a room at a great price. Fifty Grande states that these spots are perfect if you want a hotel with great amenities, comfortable rooms, easy access to local attractions, and affordable prices. This list of hotels is interesting because they are located all over the country and offer...
NASA Confirms Its a Space Trash That Pierced Florida Man’s Roof
Space junk crashed through a Naples, FL, roof on March 8. It tore through two floors and luckily missed the son of the homeowner, Alejandro Otero. On Tuesday, NASA revealed what its investigation of the event had found. As expected, it’s a piece of gear that was thrown off the International Space Station (ISS) three years ago. NASA looked into the item at Cape Canaveral’s Kennedy Space Center and found that it was a piece of EP-9 support equipment used to attach batteries to a cargo pallet. It was dropped by the ISS’s robotic arm on March 11, 2021. The...
Florida State Appeals in Wetlands Permitting Fight
The state of Florida quickly filed an appeal after a U.S. district judge turned down the federal government’s plan for 2020 to give the state more control over projects that affect waterways. The state’s lawyers sent a letter to the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia on Monday. This is the first step in their plan to appeal the decision made by U.S. District Judge Randolph Moss. The letter also said that the state would ask Moss to delay his decision while the appeal is being heard. As is usual, the notice didn’t go into detail...
Cannabis Industry Leaders are Looking at Florida Investments Ahead of November Vote
Although the November election is still months away, people in the cannabis industry are already planning to expand their business in Florida. The Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference is a place where investors can explore various businesses in the cannabis industry. The conference took place in Hollywood and had many attendees. A lot of them were talking about the possibility of Florida voters approving recreational marijuana on a ballot measure in November. The cannabis industry is challenging for businesses involved in growing marijuana, selling it, or complying with varying state regulations. “The cannabis industry is relatively new, so there aren’t many...
USF Education Majors Concerned About Shortage of Teachers in Florida
The limitations on teaching methods and low salary have discouraged education students, such as sophomore Aidan Wright, from pursuing a teaching career in Florida. Wright’s hesitation is a part of a bigger problem that Florida teachers are dealing with. The Florida Education Association reported that there is a shortage of over 4,000 teachers this year. This situation has resulted in the possibility of hundreds of thousands of students not having a full-time teacher. “I believe that when people compare the advantages of teaching in other states or working as virtual educators, they find that these benefits are much greater than...
Former Florida Governor and U.S. Senator Bob Graham Dies at 87
Bob Graham, a moderate Democrat who served as the governor of Florida for two terms and as a U.S. senator for three terms, was highly regarded by the people of Florida. He was known for his ability to bring people together and was a strong critic of the Iraq War. He passed away on April 16 at the age of 87. Gwendolyn Graham, his daughter, announced the death on social media. There is no additional information currently. Mr. Graham left his position in the Senate in 2005 after serving in public office for almost forty years. Except for a brief...