Fla., Supreme Court OKs Statewide Grand Jury To Look Into COVID Vaccine-Related Crimes Or Wrongdoing

The Florida Supreme Court Thursday ordered a statewide grand jury to investigate crimes and wrongdoing related to COVID-19 vaccines.

After A Scathing Report On Sexual Abuse At Florida's Female Prison In 2020, Has Anything Changed?

“Notorious acts of sexual abuse, including rape, against prisoners” have occurred at the state's large and oldest women's prison.

Ag Commissioner Fried Asks U.S. Department Of Justice To "Hold (DeSantis) To Account" On Florida's ‘Broken' Prison System

Fried did this in a Twitter post and a letter to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland this week.

Social Status Council For Black Males, Facing Hardships, Gets State Sen. Jones

"I look forward to representing you and my colleagues on the council,” Jones said, also expressing gratitude for the appointment.

Five "Proud Boys" (Or, "Ex-Proud Boys"), Two From Florida, On Trial In D.C. Related To The Jan. 6 Attack

Jury selection began in the trial of Henry “Enrique” Tarrio, the Miami-based former national chairman of the terrorist organization.

“Child Well-Being” Analysis: St. Johns County Ranks No. 1, But Fla., Shows Disparities Across The State

Children and families in some counties thrived more in categories such as education, economic well-being, and health, while others suffered.

Under DeSantis's "Subsidy," "Floridians Are Losing Yet Again," Says Democratic House Leader

Fentrice Driskell, the Democratic House leader, regarding DeSantis's plan, asked, "How many people are going to lose their homes?"

DeSantis Directs State Officials To ‘Immediately' Provide Travel Trailers To Displaced Ian Victims

Months after Florida was hit by the destructive Hurricane Ian, a slowdown continues in getting travel trailers out to displaced Floridians.

DeSantis's "Permitless Carry" Idea "An Insult To Victims Of Gun Violence From Miami To Orlando" -- Advocate

"Governor DeSantis should reconsider his reckless plan to pass permitless carry in Florida," said Mucarsel-Powell, who is with Giffords Fla.

Cold Snap Expected Across Fla., Ahead Of Holidays, With Some Lows In The 20s And 30s

Residents at home and tourists visiting for Christmas, Hanukkah and other holidays in December can expect a plunge in temperatures.

Attorney General Ashley Moody Pushes President Biden To Elevate Drug Czar Position

Florida's Moody says with the fentanyl crisis showing no signs of abating, now is the time for President Biden to elevate the position.

‘This Is Just The Beginning': DeSantis Signs Into Law 1-Year Toll Discount Program, Vows To Do More

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday signed into law a new toll discount initiative for frequent commuters, but it will only last a year.

Is There A Specific Reason Why DeSantis Refuses To Discuss Abortion?

DeSantis says, "I'm willing to sign great life legislation."

FL Senate OKs $1B Insurance Industry Subsidy, Limits Policyholders' Lawsuit Rights

The Florida GOP's insurance reforms would give another $1 billion subsidy to the carriers while restricting policyholders.

On Top Of Homeowner Premiums, Policyholders Could Face A New Tab Coming Soon: Flood Insurance

State Rep. Hart heard details about a requirement for flood insurance — part of legislation -- and got an inkling on what would happen.

Fla., Education Officials Put 10 School Districts Under The Microscope, This Time Over LGBTQ+ Policies

Several school districts which were previously in trouble for butting up against state mask policies are once again under the microscope.

FL Legislature Approves Discount Toll Program For Frequent Commuters Only; But It's Only For A Year

The Florida House unanimously voted to support a program to offer monthly toll discounts on several roads, turnpikes, and bridges.

FL GOP And Insurance Companies Won Big In This Week's Special Session; Democrats Call It A ‘Bailout'

The Florida Legislature's special session on insurance reform ended Wednesday in an air of inevitability.

Passidomo Weighs In On LGBTQ+ Matters: Same-Sex Marriages, So-Called ‘Don't Say Gay' Law

Florida Senate President Passidomo weighed in on same-sex marriage and the so-called “Don't Say Gay” law for Florida public schools.

Senate Approves Multi-Million-Dollar Price Tag For Disaster Relief; Democrats Note People Left Out Of "Lucrative Programs"

Erosion projects, recovery efforts, hurricane-related tax refunds; some Democrats said these matters may have been ignored by Republicans.

Parrying Real Issues Facing Florida Residents, DeSantis "Rants" Against George Floyd Protests

DeSantis said, "It is against the law to mislead and misrepresent," also talking about people "leaving their houses."

Democrats, Trial Attorneys Fail To Slow Advance Of GOP's Insurance Reform Bill

Democrats and representatives of trial attorneys tried to block efforts to restrict lawsuits against insurance companies.

How Prayers Set The Stage When Florida Lawmakers Are In Session

Senate President Kathleen Passidomo took a few mintes to ask Senate colleagues to send prayers to a state senator's spouse.

Disaster Relief: ‘We Are Trying To Stabilize The State' But Will It Be Enough?

Florida lawmakers want to alleviate some of the financial struggles for Floridians devastated by Hurricane Ian and Nicole.

Special Session Opens Monday On Troubled Property Insurance Market: Will Reforms Work Long Term?

Insurers and the larger business community would get virtually everything they want under legislation proposed for the special session.

‘Floridians Are Hurting': House Democratic Leader Asks For Expanded Legislation, But GOP Rejects It

It occurred on the first day of the special session on the troubled property insurance market and other issues.

Toll Relief: Not Everyone Would Benefit Even If Residents Are Struggling In Fla.

State lawmakers are moving forward on a plan to provide discounts on toll charges, but the program would not apply to all residents.

Former Green Beret Soldier, Oath Keeper Member Jeremy Brown Found Guilty On Six Of 10 Counts

Jeremy Brown, the self-described Oath Keepers member and U.S. Special Forces soldier, was found guilty on 6 of 10 counts.

US Inflation Cools To 7.1% In November, Worsens In Tampa-St. Pete Area

National inflation slowed slightly, but Floridians still feel the pain of price hikes. Here's a look at inflation in the Sunshine State.

Case Against Former Oath Keepers Member Jeremy Brown To Go To The Jury

Jeremy Brown is one of over 900 people arrested by the U.S. government surrounding the riot that took place at the U.S. Capitol Jan. 6.

Florida Teacher's Anti-Muslim Tirade Illustrates Widespread Anti-Islam Prejudice

The alleged incident occurred at Franklin Academy Charter School, the report states.

Joe Harding Resigns, But The Effects Of His ‘Parental Rights' Law Expected To Face Scrutiny

The Florida House of Representatives is down a member following the resignation of former Rep. Joe Harding following his federal indictment.

New Legislative Black Caucus Chair: ‘We Have To Figure Out How We Work Together'

With state lawmakers convening, the leader of the Florida Legislative Black Caucus is pushing issues facing Black communities statewide.

Advocates Prepare For Legal Challenge To Ban On Transgender Medical Care For Kids

The DeSantis administration's drive to deny gender-affirming care to young people in Florida has been hitting snags.

332,000 Florida Children Were Uninsured In 2021; The Number Could Rise, Analysts Warn

With an estimated 32,000, Florida ranks among the top 10 states with the highest rates of uninsured children across the United States.

Bowe Bergdahl's Name Surfaces In Oath Keepers Member Jeremy Brown's Trial In Tampa

Former U.S. Army infantryman Bowe Bergdahl deserted his post in Afghanistan and was held captive, before a dishonorable discharge.

Florida Groups: Case At Supreme Court Could Lead To "Grave Ramifications For Democracy"

The U.S. Supreme Court case heard oral arguments Wednesday on the validity of the “independent state legislature” theory.

Experts Conceded Hand Grenades Lacked Jeremy Brown's DNA In Jan. 6-Related Case

One of the most serious charges Brown faces in his trial is that he possessed two hand grenades, but a DNA match could not be found.

Florida GOP Rep. Joe Harding Charged In 6-Count Indictment Including Money Laundering And Wire Fraud, Faces Decades In Prison

A plethora of alleged wrongdoing connected to this Republican is detailed herein; the maximum sentence could exceed 35 years.

‘Antibody-Evasive' Omicron Subvariants Are Spreading; Low Levels Seen In Florida

Caseloads involving newer versions of the omicron variant continue to increase in the United States, with a health expert's warning.