Daily News Roundup: July 12, 2025
Bright lights, no rules: Florida’s illegal gambling dens are hiding in plain sight
They light up U.S. 41 north of the airport with neon promises — flashing 7-7-7 and mounds of gold — on storefronts wrapped in dark tint.
Marauders Drop Third Straight in 5-3 Loss to Mets
Bradenton, Fla. – Dominant pitching and timely hitting sunk the Bradenton Marauders as the St. Lucie Mets pushed past them 5-2 at LECOM Park on Friday night.
New Florida Law Grants Temporary Handicap Permits to Expectant Mothers
Pregnant women in Florida now have a little more room to breathe — and park — thanks to a new state law that allows them to apply for temporary handicap parking permits. The legislation, which went into effect July 1, aims to ease the physical demands of pregnancy, particularly during Florida’s relentless heat.
Bridge a Life’s 15th Annual Superhero 5K Returns in 2026 to Champion Children in Foster Care
Capes, costumes, and compassion will collide on February 7, 2026, as the 15th Annual Superhero 5K & Fun Run powers up at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota. Hosted by Bridge a Life, the community-wide event invites people of all ages to run, walk, or fly through a morning of purpose-filled fun, all while supporting children and families impacted by foste…