How far will the Supreme Court go when it comes to laws regulating social media?
One headline put it this way: “The Supreme Court is in the middle of the social media and free speech intersection.” It’s a wrestling match between the courts and policymakers….
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Man arrested in Flagler County after deputies found multiple fake IDs, passport, social security card and more
FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. – Homeland security concerns are raised after a 41-year-old man who had been deported multiple times was arrested in Flagler County after deputies found multiple fake IDs,…
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Revamped social media ban bill heads to DeSantis’ desk; this time it would impact children under 14
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – A revamped version of a bill that would ban teens from using social media is now making its way to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ desk after he vetoed…
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Florida bill to keep children under 16 off social media moves forward amid debate on government’s role, parental rights
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Amid a debate about the role of government and parental rights, the Florida Senate on Thursday passed a bill that seeks to keep children under the age…
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Florida Senate likely to pass high-profile bill blocking children under 16 from social media
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Senate is ready Thursday to pass a high-profile bill that seeks to prevent children under age 16 from creating accounts on what lawmakers say are…
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FBI reports alarming increase in child predators targeting families through social media
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – FBI officials say it is becoming easier for child predators to take advantage of families through social media, as the number of crimes against children increases year…
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McDonald’s promises more affordable menu items after backlash on social media
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – McDonald’s CEO promised more affordable menu items after backlash on social media caught his attention amid the outrage over inflation. “But $16,” a man said in a…
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Florida Senate advances bill banning social media accounts for children under 16
TALLAHASSEE – Florida senators Monday evening moved forward with a proposal to try to prevent minors under age 16 from using social media, as lawmakers take on tech platforms that…
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Clay County family sues social dating app Grindr after teenager’s death
CLAY COUNTY, Fla. – Just one day after a contentious Senate hearing where lawmakers blamed social media executives for the negative effect their platforms have on teenagers’ mental health —…
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How do you monitor your child’s activity on social media?
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Sexual predators. Addictive features. Self-harm and eating disorders. Unrealistic beauty standards. Bullying. These are just some of the issues young people are dealing with on social media…
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