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Florida National News Celebrates 11th Anniversary: Expands Coverage, Strengthens Partnerships, and Grows Multimedia Platforms

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9 months ago

October 20, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) – Florida National News (FNN) proudly celebrates its 11th Anniversary today, October 20, 2025, marking more than a decade of award-winning news coverage across Florida, the nation, and the world. Since its founding, FNN has built a strong reputation for credible, community-focused journalism and continues to evolve as one of the fastest-growing independent news networks in Florida.

Over the years, FNN has reached millions of viewers through exclusive stories, live event coverage, and digital platforms — including a single viral video that garnered nearly two million views. Its commitment to delivering “news that matters” remains at the heart of its success.

FNN’s Growth and Expanding Reach

Florida National News has grown from a small, Orlando-based newsroom into a multiplatform news network serving audiences through digital, print, online streaming, and live broadcast.

The network now includes its Spanish-language arm, FNN News en Español, and continues expanding across major markets — including Orlando, Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville, West Palm Beach, Naples, the Space Coast, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and New York.

With a team of more than 40 contributors and counting, FNN provides in-depth coverage across politics, business, entertainment, lifestyle, real estate, technology, sports, and tourism.

New Media Innovation: Podcasts, Talk Shows, and iReporters

As part of its digital transformation, FNN is developing a lineup of online talk shows and podcasts to meet the growing demand for interactive and issue-driven content. Upcoming programs will explore business, politics, real estate, entertainment, technology, sports, and community leadership.

In addition, the network is launching a new “FNN iReporter” program, designed to empower local contributors and citizen journalists to share verified, community-based stories from across the country.

FNN’s production team is also expanding to include more videojournalists, editors, and on-camera talent to support the creation of original news shows, documentaries, and event coverage.

Leadership Reflections and Vision

J. Willie David III, President of Florida National News, reflected on the network’s journey:

“Celebrating 11 years of FNN is not just about longevity—it’s about progress, purpose, and people. We’ve built a newsroom that connects communities and amplifies stories that deserve to be heard. Our goal is to keep innovating and expanding while staying true to journalistic integrity and impact.”

Jenny Rosario, Vice President of FNN, shared:

“Our success is driven by teamwork and a shared passion for storytelling. As we grow into new markets and platforms, we remain dedicated to empowering voices across cultures and languages through credible, engaging news content.”

Monica Hoyos, Managing Editor, added:

“The past year has been transformative for our newsroom. We’ve strengthened relationships with partners, expanded our coverage areas, and created opportunities for new reporters and editors to thrive. The next chapter for FNN is all about collaboration and innovation.”

Partnerships and Collaborative Expansion

Florida National News has continued to strengthen partnerships with media outlets, chambers of commerce, corporate businesses, non-profit organizations, sports organizations, and community leaders throughout Florida and beyond.

Through collaboration, shared values, and mutual growth, FNN has built a strong foundation for financial sustainability and strategic expansion in 2026 and beyond. These partnerships also allow the network to deliver exclusive access to events, interviews, and community initiatives that reflect the diversity and dynamism of its audience.

The Road Ahead: FNN’s Vision for the Future

Looking ahead, Florida National News plans to expand its newsroom operations, launch new digital platforms, and broaden its coverage nationally. The vision is clear — to continue evolving as a trusted, independent voice in journalism that bridges communities, cultures, and ideas through storytelling that inspires action and awareness.

As FNN celebrates 11 years of service, its mission remains steadfast: to inform, empower, and connect people — one story at a time.

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J Willie David, III | News@FloridaNationalNews.com

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State Rep. Angie Nixon Condemns Deadly ICE Shooting, Calls for Independent Investigation

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1 week ago

July 10, 2026

FNN NEWS

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (FNN NEWS) — Following the fatal shooting of 52-year-old father and construction worker Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Houston, Democratic U.S. Senate candidate and Florida State Representative Angie Nixon released the following statement:

Statement from Rep. Angie Nixon

“Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was a father who spent decades building homes and providing for his family. He was fatally shot in the street by an ICE agent operating from an unmarked vehicle. My heart breaks for his wife and three sons.

“Our nation faces a moral choice. We must stop investing billions of taxpayer dollars in an agency that, in my view, terrorizes communities, operates with too little accountability, and often conducts enforcement actions without body cameras or clear identification. Those resources should instead be invested in strengthening our communities and helping families meet their basic needs. I believe ICE should be abolished.

“I stand in full solidarity with Lorenzo’s family in calling for a fully independent and transparent investigation into his death. I also call for the immediate release of his brother and the other individuals who were detained during this incident if they are being held without legal justification.”

Key Points

Rep. Angie Nixon expressed condolences to the family of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.
She called for a fully independent and transparent investigation into the fatal shooting.
Nixon criticized ICE’s enforcement practices and renewed her call to abolish the agency.
She urged the release of Lorenzo’s brother and others detained during the incident if their continued detention is not legally justified.

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U.S. Expands Sanctions Targeting Iran’s Financial Networks and Regime Financiers

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1 week ago

July 10, 2026

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WASHINGTON (FNN NEWS) — The Trump administration announced a new round of sanctions Friday targeting individuals and businesses accused of helping finance Iran’s ruling elite and facilitating international financial transactions on behalf of the Iranian regime.

The sanctions, announced by the U.S. Department of the Treasury, target a global financial network that U.S. officials say supports Iran’s Supreme Leader and other senior regime officials.

Global Financial Network Targeted

According to the administration, the sanctions focus on Ali Ansari, a Dubai-based Iranian national accused of managing an extensive network of real estate and commercial holdings across multiple countries on behalf of Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Iran’s Supreme Leader, and other regime insiders.

U.S. officials said the network includes assets and business interests in:

Germany
United Kingdom
Spain
Cyprus
United Arab Emirates
Other international jurisdictions

The administration alleges the network has been used to help Iranian regime officials maintain access to international financial markets.

Currency Exchange Houses Sanctioned

The Treasury Department also imposed sanctions on three Iran-based currency exchange firms and their associated leadership:

Mohammad Darbani and Partners
Lavasani and Partners
Mohsen Khandan and Partners

The sanctions also extend to the firms’ managing partners and affiliated front companies.

According to the administration, these entities allegedly enabled Iran to obtain foreign currency and conduct international financial transactions despite existing U.S. sanctions.

Administration Cites Maximum Pressure Campaign

The White House said the latest designations are part of President Donald Trump’s broader strategy to increase economic pressure on Iran.

Administration officials said they will continue targeting individuals, businesses and financial institutions—including foreign entities—that facilitate illicit Iranian commerce or assist the regime in evading U.S. sanctions.

The administration maintains that the sanctions are intended to pressure Iran to end what it describes as destabilizing activities in the region and to hold accountable those who enable corruption within the Iranian government.

Authorities Used for Sanctions

The sanctions were imposed under multiple executive authorities, including:

Executive Order 13902, targeting Iran’s financial and petroleum sectors.
Executive Order 13876, focusing on Iran’s Supreme Leader and affiliated individuals.
Executive Order 13224, as amended by Executive Order 13886, which provides counterterrorism sanctions authority.

Treasury officials said the latest designations build upon previous actions by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) targeting Iran’s shadow banking system and currency exchange networks.

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White House: Trump Administration Deports Convicted Child Sex Offender After Minnesota Pardon

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1 week ago

July 10, 2026

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WASHINGTON (FNN NEWS) — The White House announced Friday that the Trump administration deported a Laotian national convicted of sexually abusing a child after Minnesota officials granted him a pardon.

Conviction and Deportation

According to the White House, Tou Lue Vang, a Laotian national, was convicted in Minnesota of repeatedly sexually abusing a 10-year-old girl. An immigration judge ordered his removal from the United States in 2006.

The White House said Secretary of State Marco Rubio terminated Vang’s legal status, allowing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to carry out his deportation.

White House Criticizes Minnesota Leaders

The administration sharply criticized Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison, alleging they attempted to prevent Vang’s deportation by granting him a pardon.

In a statement, the White House accused the two Democratic leaders of placing the interests of a convicted child sex offender ahead of public safety and federal immigration enforcement.

The administration argued the deportation demonstrates President Donald Trump’s commitment to removing noncitizens convicted of serious crimes from the United States.

Administration Statement

The White House said the case underscores the administration’s immigration enforcement priorities.

“Under President Trump, criminal illegal aliens who rape children will be found, arrested, and removed,” the White House said.

The administration also asserted that state actions would not prevent federal immigration authorities from enforcing U.S. immigration law.

Political Dispute

The case has become part of the broader national debate over immigration enforcement and the relationship between state criminal justice decisions and federal immigration authority.

Minnesota officials have not been included in the White House announcement, and any response from Gov. Walz, Attorney General Ellison or their offices was not immediately available.