FL GOP Bill Could Ban Pride Flags In Public Schools: Reports

Florida House Republicans advanced House Bill 901 on Wednesday, which could also ban Black Lives Matter flags in schools, per reports.

FL College Waivers Offered To Students Fearing Antisemitism: DeSantis

After Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency, he ordered that waivers be given to students who fear religious harassment.

Nearly 20 Anti-LGBTQ Bills Filed By FL Lawmakers: Reports

One pending FL bill forbids mandates that staffers and contractors of certain employers must use their co-workers' requested pronouns.

FL GOP Ousts Christian Ziegler As Chair Amid Rape Investigation

The Republican Party of Florida voted to remove chairman Christian Ziegler, who is being investigated for rape in Sarasota, a report said.

FL Rep. Seeks To Lower Age For Buying Guns To 18: Reports

Florida Republican Rep. Bobby Payne filed House Bill 1223 on Thursday while an opponent called the bill "unsettling," per media reports.

FL Supreme Court To Hear Arguments On Adding Abortion To Ballot

A group working to get abortion rights put on the Florida ballot is nearing its petition goal.

U.S. Sen. Rick Scott's FL Home 'Swatted'

"These criminals wasted the time & resources of our law enforcement in a sick attempt to terrorize my family," Rick Scott said Thursday.

New FL ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill Targets LGBTQ+ Nonprofits, Critics Say

A new FL bill would prevent some agencies from requiring workers to use a person's preferred pronouns and restrict training on LGBTQ issues.

FL Official Died After Laying Outside DeSantis' Office For 24 Minutes

Peter Antonacci lay "dead or dying" outside Gov. Ron DeSantis' office after abruptly leaving a contentious meeting, according to a report.

FL Lawmakers Begin Special Session To Support Israel, Sanction Iran

Democrats criticized the special session and accused Gov. Ron DeSantis of using it to try to boost his campaign for president.

Ron DeSantis' Height-Boosting Boots: Truth Or A Tall Tale?

For the second time in a year, Gov. Ron DeSantis' choice of footwear is making headlines. The internet — and Donald Trump — have thoughts.

FL, 41 States Sue Meta Over 'Addictive' Features They Say Harm Kids

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody on Tuesday said the parent company of Facebook and Instagram "has gone unchecked for too long."

DeSantis Would Ban Gaza Refugees From U.S. Amid Israel-Hamas War

"As president, the number of people I will bring in from Gaza is zero​," Gov. Ron DeSantis said Saturday as Palestinians seek refuge.

Bill To Decriminalize Abortions In Florida Has Been Filed

The bill would amend the law that criminalizes anyone, ​with some exceptions, ​who terminates a pregnancy in the third trimester in Florida.

Federal Bill Collapses, Shutdown Looms: What It Means For FL Residents

A federal government shutdown could lead to paycheck interruptions, food assistance shortfalls and airport delays in Florida.

DeSantis To Face Newsom In 'Red Vs. Blue State Debate'

Sean Hannity will moderate the debate between Gov. Ron DeSantis and California's Gov. Gavin Newsom, which will air on Fox News.

Biden Tells Idalia Victims 'Your Nation Has Your Back'

​Gov. Ron DeSantis declined to join the president and suggested that the Democrat's presence could hinder disaster response efforts.

Biden Heads To FL To See Idalia Destruction, But Not DeSantis

After landing at the airport in Gainesville, Biden is set for an aerial tour and an afternoon briefing on response and recovery efforts.

FL OK's Harsh Punishments For College Staff Who Break Bathroom Law

Florida officials passed new regulations prohibiting college staff and students from using bathrooms that match their gender identity.

DeSantis Appointees Target Disney Over Free Passes, Employee Perks

Members of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District filed a complaint with the state claiming the discounts and perks were unethical.

200 Sex Trafficking Victims Found in FBI Sting

Illegal aliens among the child predators

DeSantis Replaces Campaign Manager Amid Presidential Bid Reset

GOP presidential candidate Ron DeSantis is replacing his campaign manager as the Florida governor continues to reset his presidential bid.

DeSantis-Controlled Board Ends Diversity Initiatives At Disney World

A member of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District said the board refuses to participate in initiatives that "divide us by race."

Historically Black Fraternity Drops FL Event Over DeSantis Policies

Members of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity this week called Gov. Ron DeSantis' policies toward Black Americans "harmful" and "racist."

Judge Refuses To Drop DeSantis Appointees' Lawsuit Against Disney

The case is one of two lawsuits stemming from Gov. Ron DeSantis' takeover of Disney World's governing district.

Civil Rights Leaders Decry DeSantis Over Pattern Of 'Policy Violence'

Facing fierce backlash on Florida's new “anti-woke” public school curriculum on Black history, Ron DeSantis remained defiant.

DeSantis Appointees Reach Deal With Disney World Firefighters

The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District approved a three-year contract for 200 employees after years of negotiations.

Gov. DeSantis In Car Crash While Heading To TN Campaign Event: Reports

A spokesman for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis confirmed the crash happened on the way to a campaign event in Chattanooga.

VP Kamala Harris Slams FL's Rewriting Of Black History Standards; ‘What Is Going On?' She Asked

Outraged at the new Black history standards in Florida, Vice President Kamala Harris on Friday blasted what she called revisionist history.

Black History Rules Pushed By DeSantis Are 'Propaganda': Harris

Vice President Kamala Harris visited Florida two days after state officials approved a controversial revised Black history curriculum.

Judge Sets Trial Date For Trump Classified Documents Case In FL

If the May 2024 date holds, it would follow close on the heels of a separate New York trial for former President Donald Trump.

Advancing Agrivoltaic Solutions for Farmers Throughout Florida

AASF Wins Energizing Rural Communities Prize awards, one of 67 winners receiving $100k to advance clean energy in rural America

Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Struck Down For Florida Borrowers

The U.S. Supreme Court struck down President Joe Biden's student loan forgiveness plan, dealing a blow to Florida borrowers.

200+ New Florida Laws Go Into Effect July 1

From immigration to diversity to gender-affirming care, hundreds of laws affecting Floridians go into effect Saturday.

Ron DeSantis, Board Appointees Ask Judge To Dismiss Disney Lawsuit

In a motion filed Monday, attorneys for the Florida governor argued DeSantis has legislative immunity, which protects him from legal action.

Judge Strikes Down FL Ban On Medicaid Funding For Trans Health Care

“Gender identity is real” and the state has admitted it, U.S. District Judge Robert Hinkle wrote in a 54-page ruling.

Catholic Bishop Slams DeSantis Over Migrant Flights: 'Reprehensible'

Mexican authorities joined California and Texas this week in potentially threatening legal action against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

FL-Based Moms For Liberty Labeled Extremist Group In Hate Report

The Southern Poverty Law Center listed Moms For Liberty with others like the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers in a hate report released Tuesday.

Judge Blocks FL Ban On Trans Health Care For Some Children

In his ruling, the judge said trans kids named in a lawsuit against Florida would “suffer irreparable harm” if they couldn't receive care.

2 States Threaten DeSantis With Criminal Charges Over Migrant Flights

California Gov. Gavin Newsom called Ron DeSantis a "small, pathetic man" after asylum seekers were flown from Texas to Sacramento this week.