SUMMARY: In the 19th century, rumors circulated about a volcano in northwest Florida, known as the “Wakulla Swamp Volcano,” reportedly seen near Tallahassee’s swampy forests. Locals believed billows of smoke came from an unseen volcano, though theories suggested moonshine stills, geysers, or lightning strikes might explain the phenomenon. The legend gained attention, inspiring a poem and an expedition in the 1870s that ended tragically. Modern theories now suggest the smoke was likely caused by a peat fire, as Florida’s marshy areas are prone to such fires. The phenomenon seemed to cease after the 1886 Charleston earthquake, which may have blocked the source.

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SUMMARY: South Florida woman Madison Pastana is separated from her Venezuelan husband, Juan David, who was detained by ICE while heading to work. Juan, who legally entered the US with a pending green card application after applying for asylum, was arrested due to delays caused by a fraudulent “lawyer.” Madison is a US citizen and newly graduated surgeon, now facing an uncertain future. Juan is held at the Crumb Detention Center awaiting deportation. His attorney is requesting parole to allow him to stay with Madison while his case proceeds. ICE states Juan violated his admission terms and will be removed from the country.

CBS News Miami’s Ivan Taylor talked to a South Florida woman whose husband was detained by ICE.

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SUMMARY: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis highlighted the state’s leadership in combating illegal immigration, emphasizing new reforms and collaboration with federal authorities. All 67 Florida sheriffs reportedly agreed to cooperate with federal immigration efforts, with noncompliance risking suspension. Florida’s immigration czar Larry Keefe introduced the Law Enforcement Accountability Dashboard (LEAD), a public portal for reporting agencies not enforcing immigration laws. In six weeks, only eight complaints were filed, including some against Palm Beach, Orlando, Jupiter, and Broward law enforcement. Complainant Sunny Crays expressed frustration over a lack of response from authorities. Keefe confirmed investigations are underway but provided no updates; DeSantis credits low complaints to stringent state legislation.

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