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'Dead zones' predicted for Gulf, Chesapeake Bay

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:49 EDT

Scientists in Michigan and Louisiana are predicting a big summer "dead zone" in the Gulf of Mexico unless a tropical storm hits the area shortly before or during the annual measurement. In the Chesapeake Bay, scientists expect a smaller-than-average area where there's too little oxygen to support fish, shellfish and other aquatic life.

More AP classes could cost districts millions

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:19 EDT

County school superintendents told the state Board of Education on Tuesday that a recent legislative bill allowing high school students to take as many advanced placement courses as they can handle will cost districts millions of dollars that their budgets can't support.

French company coming to Florida

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:24 EDT

A French company is expanding its operations in Florida.

US military deaths in Afghanistan at 2,103

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:19 EDT

As of Tuesday, June 18, 2013, at least 2,103 members of the U.S. military had died in Afghanistan as a result of the U.S.-led invasion of Afghanistan in late 2001, according to an Associated Press count.

5 things to know in Florida for June 19

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:19 EDT

Your daily look at news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.

Firm seeks FAA OK for tall Vegas Strip thrill ride

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:04 EDT

A Florida-based thrill ride developer is seeking federal approval for air space to allow a 650-foot-tall roller coaster on the Las Vegas Strip.

Cuban dissident: Repression forced family to flee

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:54 EDT

One of several Cuban dissidents recently allowed to visit Europe and the U.S. after Cuba changed its travel laws said Tuesday she decided to seek refuge in Miami after facing continued repression on the island.

Dead zone predictions much less spread than 2012

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:14 EDT

Scientists in Michigan and Louisiana are predicting a big summer "dead zone" in the Gulf of Mexico. In the Chesapeake Bay, a smaller than average dead zone is expected.

Baltimore police commander to head OC department

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:59 EDT

A Baltimore police commander has been named the chief of the Ocean City department.

Alligator found on Volusia County beach

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:06 EDT

For the second time in two weeks, authorities have found a small alligator on a Volusia County beach.