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Melissa Bill is a seasoned journalist from Florida with 17 years of experience. She holds a B.A. in Broadcast Journalism from Florida International University. Melissa's career began in Miami, where she worked in radio and TV news, and also wrote for The Miami Herald and The Sun. She currently reports on both local and national news, focusing on litigation, trials, and health topics. Melissa is committed to delivering insightful and reliable information to her readers.
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