Maybe because Florida is a big and diverse state with lots going on. It could be due to its population size, tourism industry, or unique events and issues.
Florida gets a lot of news coverage for a combination of factors. Its politics can be quite controversial, it has a high rate of crime in some areas, and it's often affected by hurricanes and other natural phenomena that draw media attention.
It could be because Florida is a very diverse and populous state. With a lot of people and various activities, there's more chance for unusual things to happen and get reported.
Could be that Florida's tourism and entertainment industries bring in all sorts of characters and situations that result in those crazy news. Plus, the social media age makes it easier for such stories to spread widely.
I'm not entirely sure about the specific laws in New York regarding erotic fiction. It likely falls under broader obscenity laws which can be complex and vary in interpretation. Generally, if the content is considered to be 'obscene' in the legal sense, it may be restricted. But it's a very grey area as it also involves freedom of expression concerns.
There are so many crazy 'new florida man stories'. One such story is about a Florida man who called 911 because his hamburger didn't have enough pickles. Another involves a Florida man who tried to trade his car for a herd of goats. And there was a Florida man who dressed up as a superhero and tried to stop traffic to direct it 'better'.
One new story could be about the discovery of a new species in the waters near Destin Florida beaches. This might attract a lot of marine biologists and nature enthusiasts to the area.