Report Details Prominent Cities For Human Trafficking In Florida

Of those sex trafficked, USF estimates, half were minors.

Suicide Prevention Training And Adult Day Care In The Works For Florida Veterans

“We’re going to open it up to any [service officer] who works day-to-day with veterans in crisis,” Asztalos said.

Supreme Court Refuses Florida's Request To Enforce Anti-Illegal Immigration Law

The law makes it a first-degree misdemeanor to enter the state as an ‘unauthorized alien.’

State Offers Tour Of Immigrant Detention Center For State Lawmakers, U.S. Reps

‘But let’s be clear: This isn’t a field trip — it’s oversight.’

Florida earns 77/100 in financial transparency, ranking 31 among 50 states

New report from Truth in Accounting reveals Florida’s strengths and weaknesses in fiscal reporting

A Trio Of New Rules Are In The Works For Florida Public Schools

They include guidelines for treating allergic reactions.

Key West City Commission Approves Enforcement Agreement With ICE

Dozens of speakers had begged commissioners to resist.

Report Card: Florida's Highest- And Lowest-Rated School Districts

The 2024-2025 school grades show that 28 of Florida’s 67 districts are A districts, 31 are B, eight are C, and none are D or F.

In The Name Of Parental Rights, New Law Requires Sign-Off For Corporal Punishment In Florida Schools

"It’s honestly amazing that this hasn’t previously been in place in Florida," said Jacob Kaplan, President of the Florida Policy Forum.

FL Lawmakers Cheer End Of U.S. Mexico Agreement On Tomato Imports – But Will It Raise Prices?

‘We’ve been decimated,’ a longtime Florida tomato grower says about the industry in the Sunshine State.

SC Play Tells Story Of Gullah Geechee Experience During Revolutionary War

When George Washington goes to heaven in the Gullah Traveling Theater’s telling of the American Revolution, Saint Peter stops him.

Score Free Fries At This Florida Chain By Bringing In This One Item

On July 11, this chain is challenging its competitors by offering free French fries with just one requirement.

3 FL Towns Among Kindest In The U.S., New Survey Says

See which towns in Florida are known for being the most welcoming to strangers.

Social Security Will End This Service To Floridians In 2025; What To Know

President Trump signed an executive order to eliminate this Social Security service, which cost the country millions each year.

These Are The 5 Most Snake-Filled Bodies Of Water In FL

An analysis by geography website WorldAtlas identified what they claim are the five most snake-filled bodies of water in Florida.

Too Sick To Work, Some Americans Worry Trump's Bill Will Strip Their Health Insurance

Denise Sommer, 58, assumes she could easily qualify for an exemption with a doctor’s note. “There’s too much abuse in the system,” she said.

DeSantis Confirms Trump's Visit To Everglades Immigrant Detention Center

Ongoing protests against the immigration detention center are scheduled to take place Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Campaigns For Citizen-Led Amendments To ‘Surge' Petition Gathering This Weekend

The urgency takes place as a bill designed to make the process more restrictive becomes state law next week.

More Miscarriages Criminally Investigated Three Years Into Post-Dobbs Abortion Bans

While St. Joseph medical staff were treating Watts, a nurse was on the phone with police.

How Much Income FL Spends On Groceries May Surprise You

The study from LendingTree examines how much Americans pay for groceries as a percentage of their income. See how Florida shoppers fare.

USF Substance Abuse Center To Be Named After Sen. Darryl Rouson

The announcement surprised the lawmaker, after the Florida House stripped his name earlier this year.

Florida Students' Math And Reading Scores Rise In 2025

End-of-year testing results show Florida students were more proficient in math and reading than a year ago.

Honeymooner Killed By Lightning On FL Beach 'Lived A Life Of Adventure'

The 29-year-old Colorado man was fatally struck by lightning while on his honeymoon in New Smyrna Beach.

Florida Medicaid Enrollment Continues To Decline

Florida Medicaid enrollment continues to drop, information posted by the state Agency for Health Care Administration shows.

‘None Of Us Are Tired': Democratic AGs Pledge Extended Court Fight Against Trump

The top state law enforcement officers have mounted legal challenges against Trump’s directives that threaten their states’ economies.

Florida Democrats Look For Inspiration While Meeting At Hollywood Hard Rock

The event featured NJ Sen. Cory Booker & Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, a Democrat who has won in a red state.

Funding For Free Prison Phone Calls Makes It Into Approved Florida FY 2026 Budget

Advocates hope the measure avoids DeSantis' veto pen this time around.

Three Female State Lawmakers Form A Law Firm

The firm, to be called BDGR P.A., will offer services across a wide range of practice areas, including civil rights and criminal defense.

In Tampa, The U.S. Conference Of Mayors To Take Up Resolution On ICE Raids

‘The truth is, the tactics need to be changed,’ says Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer, a former police chief of that city for 18 years.

These 2 FL Universities Ranked Among World’s Best By US News

The latest edition of the Best Global Universities includes schools from more than 100 countries. See which FL schools made the list.

Budget Language OKs Spending Levels, But Also Sets Policy

People with developmental and intellectual disabilities who rely on Medicaid won’t have to reapply for services every year.

Is There A Place For ‘Never Trump' Republicans In Florida?

There remains a share of “Never Trumpers” who are determined to provide a safe place for Republicans who refuse to embrace the MAGA agenda.

Floridians Gathered In More Than 70 Cities For ‘No Kings Day' Protests

Approximately 5,000 protested in Tallahassee, according to the organizers. That number is not independently verified.

Vance Boelter, Accused Of Assassination Of DFL House Leader Melissa Hortman, Apprehended

The accused killer was a Christian who opposed abortion and LGBTQ rights.

Budget Chairs Hopeful On Monday Vote Despite Lack Of Public Meetings

Lawmakers have to wait 72 hours after work on the budget is done to vote on it.

Planned Parenthood At Risk Of Closing Hundreds Of Clinics, Drastically Limiting Abortion Access

A Planned Parenthood spokesperson said people who use Medicaid make up half of the total patient volume nationwide.

Father’s Day 2025 Restaurant Deals, Freebies In FL

Leave the kitchen chores to someone else this Father's Day, June 15. These FL restaurants are offering great deals for dads and families.

Witness In Florida Senate Redistricting Trial Says Race Was A Major Factor In Creation Of SD 16

Meanwhile, former Sen. Randolph Bracy was a no-show for a second straight day.

Child Wellbeing: Florida Drops In Rankings Amid Reading And Math Declines

Group warns of ‘substantially reduced investments in child well-being.'

Governor Says He's Working On Property Tax Rebates

Top budget negotiators say they haven’t seen a formal proposal.