Wednesday, November 11, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1966, Jim Lovell and Buzz Aldrin lifted off aboard Gemini 12 from Cape Canaveral, the final flight of Project Gemini. Aldrin's three spacewalks proved astronauts could work outside a spacecraft, clearing the way for Apollo's moon landing.

This Veterans Day, we join Floridians across the state in honoring more than 1.3 million veterans who call Florida home. Thank you for your service.

Podcast Preview: Think about everything you do for your car. The oil changes, the premium gas, and the long warm-up on frosty mornings. Some of those habits keep you safe, and some just keep the service bay busy. Today we’re counting down the five car habits that truly protect you, and the five that only drain your wallet. One of them costs American drivers more than $2 billion a year. So which side is your routine on? All of that and more on The Flyover Podcast. Tune in here!

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Recorder Recovered from Learjet Crash

Federal investigators Monday recovered the cockpit voice recorder from the Learjet that plunged nose-first into the ground near Greenacres in Palm Beach County on Nov. 1, killing all nine people aboard.

The NTSB posted photos of the recorder and is evaluating it at its Washington lab but hasn't said whether it was damaged. Aviation safety expert Jeff Guzzetti said it's "very plausible that any info on the recorder survived."

The co-pilot told controllers the jet was being thrown up and down more than 700 feet and asked for a better route. Pieces of the tail turned up more than a mile from the crater, confirming the plane began breaking apart before impact.

The Bahamas-bound jet had left Austin, Texas, carrying tech entrepreneur Adam Robinson, his wife, their two children, their nanny, and two family friends. Both pilots also died, and the cause remains under investigation.

Seminole County Braces for Flooding

Water from last week's Brevard County storm is creeping north up the St. Johns River and already reaching driveways along Lake Harney in Seminole County.

Steven Lerner, head of the county's emergency management division, expects moderate to major flood stage, with Lake Harney cresting near 10 feet and Lake Monroe near 6 feet between Nov. 20 and 23. Water may not recede until December, even without more rain.

Hurricane Ian destroyed Geneva resident John Carter's home in 2022, and he's sandbagged his camper while he rebuilds. Neighbors who rebuilt are nervous, he said: "You put all that money and effort into rebuilding, and then all the river comes again."

Sandbag sites opened Tuesday at the Old Geneva Fire Station and Wayside Park near Lake Monroe, with sand for up to 15 bags per household. Bring a shovel and a helper, officials say.

Delray Cancels St. Patrick's, Pride Events

Delray Beach won't host its annual St. Patrick's Day Parade or Pride event in 2027, city officials announced Tuesday, after concluding that a new state law prohibits the city from organizing, funding, or promoting either one.

Senate Bill 1134, which takes effect Jan. 1, bars cities from funding or promoting activities tied to race, sex, ethnicity, gender identity, or sexual orientation. It also bars spending on DEI offices, and residents can sue cities that violate it.

The law still allows cities to issue permits for private events and to recognize federal and state holidays, leaving the door open for privately run celebrations. The city thanked past volunteers and participants, saying the events helped residents "gather, celebrate, and connect."

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➤ Lake County Schools is going to court to force a parent to destroy 47,000 student records that a district employee mistakenly shared after a public records request. The district first put the number at 1,800. (More)

➤ Statewide: Florida is one of two states leading the nation in college affordability and ties Vermont for second in on-time graduation at 60%, a national nonprofit's index found. (See Rankings)

➤ Jacksonville: Police escorted people out of a Duval County School Board meeting Monday as more than 100 signed up to speak on member Tony Ricardo's shared post calling Islam a political cult. Some defended his free speech; others urged resignation. (More)

➤ Miami-Dade: Property owners can now pay their taxes with Bitcoin, online or in person. The cryptocurrency is converted to dollars before reaching the county, so the tax collector's office never holds it. Traditional payment options remain. (More)

➤ Suwannee County: Election workers began recounting ballots Tuesday in the District 2 county commission race, where Republican Shea Deloach led Democrat Stefan Blue by two votes, 876 to 874. (More)

➤ St. Cloud: Police arrested a 14-year-old St. Cloud Middle School student Monday, accusing him of threatening to shoot up the school on a TikTok livestream. He faces two felony charges and admitted the threat, police said. (More)

➤ Broward County: Seven people are accused of posing as companies like Countrywide and Washington Mutual to claim nearly $2 million from Florida's unclaimed property program. State investigators say eight of their 57 claims paid out, netting more than $240,000. (See Scheme)

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➤ The Jacksonville Jaguars traded for Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis, Falcons safety Jessie Bates, and Saints defensive tackle Davon Godchaux on Monday ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline. The 6-2 Jaguars gave up a 2027 first-round pick and four more picks. (See Trades)

➤ The University of Miami fell from No. 1 to No. 7 in the College Football Playoff rankings after a 31-24 loss Saturday at Notre Dame, now No. 5. The Hurricanes remain in the playoff hunt and face 7-2 Duke next. (More)

➤ The Dolphins lost defensive tackle Zach Sieler for the season after he reportedly ruptured his biceps Sunday but kept playing. The 31-year-old, the only player over 30 on the NFL's youngest roster, needs surgery and up to six months of recovery. (More)

➤ Tampa will still host the Jan. 22, 2029, College Football Playoff championship after the playoff announced it's doubling from 12 to 24 teams. The game at Raymond James Stadium will be the second title game of the expanded era. (More)

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➤ About 419,000 Floridians worked more than one job in 2025, according to a personal finance company's analysis. That's 3.9% of employed Floridians, the second-lowest share in the country behind Alabama's 3.5%. Nationally, 5.4% of workers held more than one job. (More)

➤ The Miami Seaquarium would become a year-round waterfront destination under plans developer Terra unveiled Tuesday. The proposal includes an aquarium without marine mammals, a 295-slip marina, and a free three-quarter-mile baywalk. A final county vote is expected Nov. 19. (See Renderings)

➤ A waterfront compound on Miami Beach's Palm Island is on the market for $185.5 million, which would be a Miami-Dade home sales record. The three-mansion property, last listed at $148.5 million, now includes plans for a 30,000-square-foot mansion with a car museum. (See Compound)

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➤ Florida State Parks are waiving day-use entry fees for everyone on Wednesday in honor of Veterans Day. The deal skips three parks: Homosassa Springs, Weeki Wachee Springs, and the Skyway Fishing Pier. Overnight stays and rentals still cost the usual fees. (See Offer)

➤ Nicolas Cage is the first celebrity guest announced for MEGACON Orlando, set for next May 20-23 at the Orange County Convention Center. The pop culture convention drew 160,000 people this year. Autograph and photo-op tickets go on sale Nov. 17. (More)

➤ A sheriff's bloodhound tracked two missing boys to thick brush in rural Manatee County last month, reaching them within 10 minutes of picking up their trail. Both boys are home safe. Video shows K-9 Cane barking as a deputy cheers, "Atta boy!" (See Video)

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➤ 7 Warning Signs Your Muscles Are Aging Too Fast. Weak legs, flabby arms, and fatigue might seem like normal aging. After 50, changes in muscle strength and energy can make everyday activities harder. A Texas physical therapist shares seven overlooked signs, including one you may notice getting out of a chair, and a potential contributing factor. Learn more.

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➤ The U.S. is set to become the first country ever to refuse a U.N. human rights review, a process all 193 member states face. (Hear Why)

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Yesterday's Results:

Where do you usually keep your phone when out in public?

Purse or bag: 36%
Front pocket: 34%
Back pocket: 17%
Other: 7%
In my hand: 6%

Which Florida city is home to Wall South, a half-sized replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC?

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