Voting Rights Groups Seek 'Emergency Actions' To Ensure Voting Access In Ian Zone

The destruction from Hurricane Ian has disrupted the normal election administration in several southwest counties.

Ladapo Defends Anti-COVID Vax Guidance Amid Protests From Medical Community, As Points Made By Ladapo Are "Not Satisfactorily Addressed"

Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo continues to defend his agency's new guidance against COVID-19 vaccines among adult men.

Most Schools Operational Post-Ian, But Thousands Of Fla., Students Still Cannot Go To Class

Some students are entering their second week with their schools closed, since Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida.

Nikki Fried Wants DeSantis To Follow Biden's Lead: Pardon Simple State Weed Possession

Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried on Monday called upon Gov. Ron DeSantis to pardon people for simple possession of cannabis.

Florida Watchdog Group Sues Governor's Office For Failing To Produce Records Related To Migrant Flights

DeSantis and his office are now being sued by a government accountability group for failing to produce these specific documents.

‘There You Go, Guys' — DeSantis Announces Reopening Of Sanibel Island Crossing

Temporary repairs to the Sanibel Island causeway allowed a convoy of electrical repair equipment to drive to the barrier island Tuesday.

DeSantis-Crist Debate Is Now Scheduled For Oct. 24

The Florida gubernatorial debate between Governor Ron DeSantis and challenger Charlie Crist hosted by CBS12 News has been rescheduled.

Biden Scales Back Student Loan Forgiveness: How It Affects FL

The U.S. Department of Education quietly rescinded some loan forgiveness eligibility, which may affect many borrowers in FL and nationwide.

Amusement Park Agrees To Dismantle Orlando FreeFall Ride Following Teen's Death

Following the death of a teenager at an Orlando amusement park earlier this year, the late Tyre Sampson will be honored with a scholarship.

DeSantis Highlights Significant Hurricane Ian Damage On The Atlantic Coast

Much of the post-Hurricane Ian attention has focused on the devastation in Southwest Florida, the report states.

Florida Homeowners Flooded By Ian Don't Have To Tell New Buyers About The Disaster's Damage

Whenever a hurricane threatens to slam into someplace near me in Florida, there's one thing I do before I start packing to evacuate.

Florida Dems Criticize Marco Rubio For Being Absent On Vote That Included Disaster Relief Funds

"It seems like (Rubio) is talking out of both sides of his mouth" -- Democrat Michele Rayner

Will More Women Vote In Florida, In Light Of The Overturning Of Roe V. Wade?

Rahi Patel, a 20-year-old pre-med student at the University of Florida, only recently started paying attention to state politics.

Hurricane Ian Disrupts Televised Debate Schedule Between DeSantis And Charlie Crist

As the Nov., general election draws near, only one debate had been scheduled between Republican DeSantis and his Democratic opponent, Crist.

President Joe Biden Surveyed Damage From Hurricane Ian During Southwest Florida Visit

President Joe Biden has been taking his first look at the damage that Hurricane Ian inflicted upon Southwest Florida last week.

"Until Further Notice:" Five Districts Still Closed After Ian, Disrupting Florida's Education System

In Southwest Charlotte County, there are 10 elementary schools, four middle schools and three high schools.

President Biden On Ian: Rebuilding Southwest Florida Is "Going To Take A Hell Of A Long Time"

President Joe Biden traveled to Fort Myers Wednesday afternoon, promising to use all of the power of the federal government to rebuild.

Ian Response Is Called "Biggest Ever Seen In Florida"

President Biden, who recently visited the Sunshine State, has "extended 100 percent federal funding," the report states.

Ron DeSantis' White Boots Steal Focus As Ian Recovery Continues

"You’re not allowed to pass a 'Don’t say gay' bill then show up in public dressed like Nancy Sinatra," one late-night TV show host joked.

Ian Death Toll Rises: 72 Fatalities In 12 Counties

Ian's death toll in Florida has risen to 72 fatalities, with 46 deaths in Lee County, where the massive storm battered the southwest part.

DeSantis's Job Approval Ratings Fluctuate; Far More Men Than Women Support His Performance

Florida women voters show that only 46 percent of females approve of Gov. Ron DeSantis's job performance.

Following Hurricane Ian, Fla., Republicans Lead Democrats In Key Races In General Election

Several days following the devastation from Hurricane Ian, two polls for key races in the general election in Fla., show different results.

Ed Commissioner Diaz: Some Ian-Hit School Districts May Struggle To Reopen This Week

Thousands of public school students may not be able to return to classrooms in Southwest Florida until next week, following Ian's effects.

Hurricane Ian Death Toll: 68 Fatalities In 11 Counties In Florida

Ian's death toll in Florida has risen to 68 fatalities, with 45 deaths in Lee County, where the massive storm battered the southwest part.

Hillsborough's Andrew Warren Federal Trial Now Set For Nov. 29

A federal trial challenging the suspension of twice-elected Hillsborough County State Attorney Andrew Warren is set to begin Nov. 29.

Trump Files $475 Million Defamation Lawsuit Against CNN

The lawsuit was filed in U.S. District Court in Fort Lauderdale.

Ian-Related Insurance Claims Near Half A Billion; State Blocks Insurers From Canceling Policies Through Nov. 28

Property owners in Florida have so far filed claims worth $473,828,401 since Hurricane Ian struck Southwest Florida recently.

With Much Of Its Infrastructure Wrecked By Ian, Traversing Florida Will Be A Tough Ride

Let's take a moment to reflect on what Hurricane Ian did to Florida's infrastructure — the roads, bridges, water systems, and electric grid.

Floridians, Unemployed Due To Hurricane Ian, Will Be Able To Apply Immediately For Benefits

State officials announced on Saturday they will waive work search reporting and other registration requirements for Floridians.

Biden To Battered Florida: ‘We're Going To Do Everything We Can For You'

President Joe Biden addressed the nation recently, focusing on uniting the country as Florida begins to survey the damage.

With At Least 58 Dead And Thousands Who Have Lost Everything, DeSantis Touts The Second Amendment

Amid a historic storm that caused unspeakable tragedy, death, and hardship, DeSantis remained political, according to the report.

President Biden, First Lady, Scheduled To Travel To Florida On Wednesday Following Aftermath Of Ian

President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden are scheduled to travel to Florida on Wednesday, as the death toll for Ian continues to rise.

Hurricane Ian's Death Toll: 58 Fatalities, Eight Counties

Ian's death toll in Florida has risen to 58 fatalities, with 42 deaths in Lee County, where the massive storm battered the southwest part.

One Confirmed Death, 20 Unconfirmed From Hurricane Ian; 1.9 Million Still Without Power In Fla.

State emergency officials have confirmed a death in central Polk County, with 20 more being investigated, following Ian's devastation.

Ian Expected To Create Major Flooding In N.E. Florida, Hundreds Of Miles From Landfall

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said early evening Wednesday that Hurricane Ian is still battering the Southwest part of the peninsula.

FEMA, Red Cross Officials, Announce Operations By Land, Air And Sea Once Hurricane Ian Passes Fla.

In a Washington, D.C. meeting Wednesday, FEMA Director Deanne Criswell said search and rescue operations are the top priority for her.

President Biden Approves Florida Disaster Declaration

President Biden declared Florida a major disaster area Thursday morning, ordering federal aid to supplement local recovery efforts.

As Ian Churns Southwest Fla., Communities, Residents Expect Long Recovery

UPDATE: “Extremely dangerous Category 4 Hurricane Ian makes landfall in southwestern Florida.”

The Fate Of Power Outages: Recovery From Ian Could Take Days, Weeks, With Full Extent Unknown

As Hurricane Ian makes its entrance, Florida utility companies have already documented hundreds of thousands of homes without power.

Ian Now A Tropical Storm, But Still Dangerous; Thousands Of Kids Planning To Go To School Friday

The update occurred at a 1:45 p.m., press conference in Charlotte County, with Eric Silagy, Florida Power & Light.