Florida

Jewish teen attacked with phone and metal chair at North Miami Beach Starbucks

The suspect has been charged with multiple offenses, including aggravated battery, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon with prejudice, and disorderly conduct.

A Starbucks sign is show on one of the companies stores in Los Angeles, California, U.S. October 19,2018
Brayton Laschinger holding the brick that he allegedly used to smash the window of the Chabad of Downtown SRQ in Sarasota on July 29, 2026.

Florida man arrested after brick attack on Sarasota Chabad deemed a hate crime

The Capital One Financial Corporation logo sits outside of the company headquarters on July 30, 2026.

Capital One says it closed Trump-affiliated accounts over money-laundering probe, not Jan. 6 riots

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivers a speech to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States of America at City Hall in New York, NY, US, July 3, 2026.

Charles Kushner leaves New York over what he calls Mamdani's 'antisemitism'


Florida board blocks hiring of U of Michigan president criticized over encampment response

Santa Ono drew criticism from both pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel voices.

 Pro-Palestinian demonstrators adjust a photo of the University of Michigan President Santa Ono as people gather for a mock trial against the University of Michigan's Board of Regents on the university's campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on April 21, 2025.

'Cruel and unnecessary': Florida charter captain jailed for poisoning, shooting dolphins

"This sentence demonstrates our commitment to enforcing the rule of law. It should deter others from engaging in such conduct," said Acting Assistant Attorney-General Adam Gustafson.

 The dolphin being studied is of the Stenella frontalis species. Complex communication signals

Florida man charged with hate crime after harassing Jewish students in North Miami Beach

The arrest report said that the footage "captured the defendant wearing black latex gloves carrying what appears to be a whip in his hands."

A police vehicle from Jacksonville, Florida police.

Florida Porsche dealership owner resigns after alleged antisemitic text - report

The car dealership co-owner allegedly called a potential customer a 'spoiled Jew c**t' in a text.

 Naveen Maraj, co-owner of Champion Porsche, who allegedly referred to a Jewish buyer as a “spoiled Jew c**t”

Earliest known domestic cat remains in America found in 466-year-old Spanish shipwreck near Florida

Sailors shared supplies with cats, suggesting they were part of the crew.

 Found in a shipwreck. Illustration.

A $6b. theme park opens in Florida, and here's what it does that no one has ever done before

Explore Harry Potter,Universal Monsters, and Real Dragons in Florida’s most ambitious theme park. Discover the rides, food, hotels, and everything you need to know before the grand opening on May 22.

 "Epic Universe Park"

Ben-Gvir tours Florida in first official US visit

Ben-Gvir's office stated that the visit aimed to strengthen ties between Israel and the Jewish diaspora and to learn from US law enforcement practices.

 National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visits Florida on April 21, 2025.

FSU shooting suspect used neo-Nazi imagery on social media, ADL finds

The suspect in the Florida State University shooting used Nazi imagery and language in his online profiles.

 The campus of Florida State University In downtown Tallahassee, Florida, US, September 26, 2024

Gunman kills two students, wounds five at Florida State University

"The Student Union and the surrounding area are still considered an active crime scene. Individuals should not return to the area for any reason," the police reported.

 Law enforcement work at Florida State University (FSU) campus after a mass shooting in Tallahassee, Florida, U.S., April 17, 2025.

Only Jewish coach left: Todd Golden leads Florida into NCAA title clash vs Houston

The Houston vs. Florida final tips off Monday at 8:50 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time.

 Head coach Todd Golden of the Florida Gators looks on during the first half of a game against the Auburn Tigers, Feb. 10, 2024, in Gainesville, Florida.