U.S. Sen. Tim Scott Announces 2024 Exploratory Committee During Iowa Trip

U.S. Sen. Tim Scott announced his launch of a presidential candidate exploratory committee for 2024 during an Iowa stop Tuesday.

Florida GOP Passes 6-Week Abortion Ban

Ron DeSantis is expected to sign the bill into law. Florida currently prohibits abortions after 15 weeks.

$89M Owed To FL Taxpayers: ‘Time Running Out’ To Claim, IRS Says

The IRS says U.S. taxpayers are sitting on $1.5 billion in refunds from the 2019 tax season — but the clock is ticking to claim them in FL.

Screaming For Help, Jailed Woman Gives Birth In Cell And Baby Dies Within Hours; This Should Never Happen Again, Lawmaker Says

In August of 2021, Erica Thompson was booked into the Alachua County Jail on a charge of violating her probation on a perjury charge.

GOP Lawmakers Approve Anti-Union Legislation; Critics Call It A Vindictive, "Mean Bill"

It's a measure that union officials say would substantially weaken public sector unions in Florida.

Pilot Program To Allow Inmates To Work As ‘Peer Support' Specialists Gains Momentum In Fla., House

Studies show incarcerated people with substance use disorders or mental illness find it comfortable, easier to work with these specialists.

A Flurry Of ‘Amicus' Briefs; Outside Parties Intervene In Fla., Supreme Court's Pivotal Abortion Case

The Florida Supreme Court fight over the state's 15-week abortion ban has attracted a dizzying number of interventions from outside parties.

FL Students Hold 'Inject-In' To Protest Anti-Trans Bills: Report

The protest at the University of Florida came two days after the Florida Senate passed a bill banning gender-affirming care for minors.

GOP Lawmakers Push For Sweeping Bans On COVID-19 Vaccines And Tests, Plus Face Mask Requirements

Florida GOP lawmakers are looking to restrict face mask coverings, proof of COVID-19 vaccinations and COVID-19 tests at private businesses.

Advocates Warn That Voters Could More Easily Fall Off The Rolls Under A New GOP Election Bill

Voting rights advocates say that the combination of proposals in a new election bill could lead to voter-purging.

Are Partisan School Board Races Good Or Bad? Legislation Heads To Full Fla., Senate For Consideration

GOP lawmakers say that partisan school boards would provide greater transparency for voters, but Democrats prefer boards serve all families.

FL Dem Warns Of "State Of Vigilantism" When "We're So Gun-Crazed And Gun-Obsessed"

"America has a gun problem, and we must finally address it," Democrat Driskell said.

Green Beret-Turned-Oath Keeper With Jan. 6 Ties Sentenced To 7 Years In Tampa Case

Jeremy Brown, a self-described Oath Keepers member and lauded 20-year U.S. Army Special Forces soldier, was sentenced on Friday in Tampa.

Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill Pushed By Florida GOP Called "Mean-Spirited," "Degrading" By American Civil Liberties Union

“This bill is not about safety in bathrooms. This is yet another attack on the LGBTQ community as part of a nationwide effort" -- ACLU

Disney, DeSantis, And DeSantis's Unsubstantiated Charges

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday reiterated his determination to punish “underhanded,” “self-dealing” behavior by Walt Disney Co.

"MAGA Extremist" DeSantis And His Far Right Agenda Not Welcome In Michigan, Democrats Say

DeSantis had a long list of people, groups, and ideas he took issue with, but, why didn't he want to talk about abortion?

Consumers Displaced, Living In Tents While 143,396 Of Ian Insurance Claims Still ‘Open And Pending'

It's occurring more than six months after Hurricane Ian slammed Southwest Florida, crippling or destroying homes.

DeSantis Now Going After Immigration, Advocates Vow To Fight Back

Since the start of the spring legislative session, a robust proposal attacking undocumented immigration has been moving in Florida.

Fla., Senate Confirmations For Higher Education Officials: No Appointees Were There

Early Wednesday morning, a Senate committee took up confirmations for a dozen appointees for high-level university officials in Florida.

GOP Lawmakers Want To Protect Confederate Monuments, Their "Legacy Of White Supremacy"

"They (racist monuments) represent one of the cruelest periods in American history," Webber, of the Southern Poverty Law Center, said.

There Was "Not A Hint Of Misconduct" By Warren, A Judge Found

Judge Hinkle further stated DeSantis suspended Warren "for his own political benefit," as he sought a so-called "law and order" reputation.

Abortion Rights Activists Call For Trespassing Charges To Be Dropped Following Monday Arrests

About a dozen abortion rights activists arrested for alleged trespassing at Tallahassee's City Hall are calling for charges to be dropped.

Florida Republicans, With Their Actions, Continue To Obliterate LGBTQ+ Population

The Florida Senate Tuesday approved a wholesale prohibition on allowing transgender minors to receive gender affirming care.

Motorists Who Refuse A Breathalyzer Test Could Face Bigger Hardships In Florida

If a Fla., motorist is pulled over for suspected drunk driving and refuses a breathalyzer, they're subject to mandatory license suspension.

New Poll: In Fla., 78 Percent Of Black Voters Approve Of President Biden

As he prepares a presidential run, reports state DeSantis has a 53 percent disapproval rating among women, and 39 percent job disapproval.

Two Fla., Supreme Court Justices Left Abruptly, Though They Had Six-Year Terms; Who Else Might Go?

In a span of seven months, two Florida Supreme Court justices — one who resigned and another who retired — left the bench.

New Citizens Insurance CEO Advances A Step Toward Senate Confirmation

A Senate committee voted in favor of confirming Tim Cerio, a veteran government lawyer, as CEO of Citizens Property Insurance Corp.

Action By Republicans Called "Voter Suppression" And "Extremely Punitive" To Minorities

Florida Republicans have dropped a proposal into the state Legislature that would create even more barriers to voter-registration drives.

Proposed FL Election Law Targets College Students, Minorities: Reports

Critics are calling the 98-page measure passed by a Senate committee on Tuesday "voter suppression."

Ban On Transgender Treatment For Minors Passes FL Senate

If passed by the House, SB 254 would also make it more challenging for adults to receive gender-affirming care.

"People Will Die!" Opponents Protest, As GOP Shoves Through 6-Week Abortion Ban

The GOP-controlled Florida Senate approved an extremely restrictive abortion ban that prohibits most abortions past six weeks.

Dem Leaders Arrested As FL Senate Passes 6-Week Abortion Ban

Police confirmed 11 people were arrested during a sit-in abortion protest Monday outside the Florida State Capitol, according to reports.

Fla., Death Row Exoneree Opposes Death Penalty Measure — More Innocent People Will Go To Death Row

Herman Lindsey was convicted of the 1994 murder of a Fort Lauderdale pawn shop worker in 2006 but was later exonerated.

"(This) Tells You Everything You Need To Know About The Republican Extremist Agenda" -- Driskell, On Permitless Carry

DeSantis's reference after signing apparently mocked the murders of innocent children. It was, "Constitutional Carry is in the books!"

Florida, Pennsylvania Leaders Speak Out Against DeSantis's Policies Ahead Of Harrisburg Visit

Advocates and lawmakers warned against the spread of the far-right ideology embraced by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his followers.

DeSantis's Latest Stunt, Described? “It Sounds Like Gov. DeSantis Needs To Immediately Suspend Gov. DeSantis”

The report indicates DeSantis is in possible violation of the law, if he does not assist in the extradition of the twice-impeached Trump.

Permitless Concealed Gun Law Signed By Gov. DeSantis

The law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis Monday allows Florida gun owners to carry concealed loaded weapons in public without a license​.

Young Activists Flock To The Florida Capitol To Fight For LGBTQ+ Rights

A crowd estimated at around two hundred mostly young people marched from the Florida State University campus to the fourth-floor rotunda.

What Republicans Veil As "Pro-Family, Pro-Teacher" Said To Decimate LGBTQ+, Destroy Teens' Lives

About halfway through the 2023 session, Florida House lawmakers are molding the Florida K-12 education system into conservative values.

Florida Hemp Industry Fears For The Worse, As Regulations Loom

Hemp entrepreneurs from all of Florida have made the trek twice to Tallahassee this month, to testify against a legislative proposal.