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The central Florida attorney behind an effort to legalize smokeable medical marijuana says he expects the issue to go before the state Supreme Court. That's after an appeals court ruled in favor of a ban on the drug.

The Volusia County School board will meet today to approve a new partnership with Florida Hospital to establish the Healthy Futures Program at existing medical career academies in Volusia county schools.

Some Tampa Bay area residents who like to dress up like their favorite comic book and movie characters are stepping into a new role. These "cosplayers" are volunteering their time to brighten the lives of children dealing with serious medical issues.

Florida has a low-THC marijuana law on the books and narrowly rejected a constitutional amendment allowing broader medical use last year. Florida lawmakers are gearing up for further debate in the coming session.