Fed Rate Hike: What It Means For FL Mortgages, Car Loans, Credit Cards

The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate for the first time since 2023 Wednesday

Florida GOP Endorses Amendment 3 — American Planning Association Opposes

The Republican Party of Florida on Monday went on the record as supporting the proposal.

DeSantis Administration Misses Legislative Deadline, Gets More Money For Immigration Anyway

A legislative committee voted along partisan lines to approve budget amendments allowing DeSantis to pay for his crackdown on immigration.

El Niño ‘Supersized Before Our Eyes’: What This Means For Winter In FL

The strengthening climate pattern could bring extreme conditions to Florida this winter

Sierra Club Florida Calls On Voters To Oppose Amendment 3

Meanwhile, the Florida Realtors have contributed $10 million for a pro-Amendment 3 campaign.

Increasing SNAP Error Rates Could Be Good News For Florida (Really)

Payment error rates measure the accuracy of each state’s eligibility and benefit determinations in the SNAP Program.

Pilot Dies In Small Plane Crash Near Space Coast Regional Airport: FD

The aircraft reportedly struck a power line before crashing and a fire broke out, officials say.

Deputies Help Buck Stuck In Bathroom Of St. Johns County Home: Watch

Watch deputies help a large buck stuck in the bathroom of a St. Johns County home.

The 10 Best Colleges In FL, According To New 2027 Ranking

Check out the top 10 college in FL, according to Niche’s newly released 2027 college rankings.

Form Allows Hundreds With Felony Convictions To Find Their Voter Eligibility

The development comes nearly eight years after Floridians approved Amendment 4 designed to restore voting rights to 1.5 million people.

See Where FL Lands In Ranking Of America's Hardest-Working States

The ranking considered 10 indicators, including average workweek hours and share of workers with multiple jobs, according to WalletHub.

Florida To Execute 14th Person On Death Row This Year Tuesday Night

2026 has seen 23 executions in six states, 13 of them in Florida.

Democrats Aim To Emulate Republicans In Building State Power

Lawmakers said they were more determined than ever to exert their inherent state authority as they look to oppose Trump.

DeSantis Administration Moving To Regulate AI From Pre-K To Ph.D.

The Florida Education Association supports guidelines for protecting children.

Donalds Chooses State Sen. Bryan Avila As His Running Mate For Florida Governor

Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds named Miami-Dade County Sen. Bryan Avila to serve as his running mate Tuesday.

Bernie Sanders Endorses Angie Nixon For U.S. Senate In Florida

Sanders sees a candidate who will ‘take on the greed of the billionaire class.’

The Florida Cabinet Races Are Set For November

The marquee race will likely be the contest for attorney general between James Uthmeier and José Javier Rodríguez.

This Popular Chicken Chain Has Closed Hundreds Of Locations — Including In FL

A recent analysis found the brand had shuttered over 300 restaurants across the country.

Primary Night In FL: Races Called Across Sunshine State

Voters across Florida headed to the polls Tuesday for the state’s 2026 primary election

Gubernatorial Primary Races Called In FL

Here's a look at the called primary races for governor and other races in Florida.

Byron Donalds Says He'll Remove Local Officials Who Indulge In ‘Sanctuary' Policies

The GOP gubernatorial candidate also says he’ll follow Ron DeSantis’ precedent of removing ‘rogue’ state attorneys.

FL Woman Accused Of Stabbing Horse In Front Of Child At Therapy Ranch: Sheriff

A woman was charged with animal cruelty for stabbing and whipping a horse in front of a child at her therapy ranch, a FL sheriff said.

FL Public Schools Ranked Among Best In The Country

The ranking considered K-12 academic outcomes, school funding and resources, higher education, and school safety.

It's Fentrice Driskell Vs. Michele Rayner In One Of The Legislature's Most Competitive Primaries

The two House Democrats vie for the Tampa Bay area state Senate seat being vacated by Darryl Rouson.

2nd ‘Flesh-Eating Bacteria’ Death Of The Year Confirmed In FL: Officials

FL confirmed its second death from Vibrio vulnificus, the "flesh-eating bacteria," this year. 1 in 5 with the infection dies, the CDC said.

Who's Running For Florida's CD 20? Inside The Contentious Democratic Primary

A former incumbent federally indicted for stealing disaster money. The former frontman of a 1980s Miami hip hop group.

FL Man Who Fatally Shot Neighbor He Mistook For Bear Given $200K Bond

A Southwest FL man was arrested months after fatally shooting his neighbor, who he mistook for a bear in the middle of the night.

Democratic Progressive Caucus Of FL Endorses Dayna Marie Foster For Governor In Primary Election

“Dayna's vision is ingrained in an idea that Floridians shouldn’t just be granted scraps, but the whole plate.” Matthew Grocholske said.

How Progressive Are Florida Democrats? Alex Vindman, Angie Nixon Senate Race Offers A Test

‘They are anarchist psychos who want to destroy this country,’ Republican incumbent Moody says of left-leaning Democrats.

A Look At The Democratic Candidates Running In Florida's 24th Congressional District

Seven Democratic hopefuls are vying to represent Florida’s 24th Congressional District.

Dept. Of Corrections Offering Up To $6,000 In Hiring And Retention Bonuses To Recruit New Officers

“The Florida Department of Corrections is committed to investing in the men and women who choose to serve and support public safety."

Nearly 12M Bottles Of Popular Eye Drops Recalled: What To Know In FL

The FDA issued a Class II voluntary recall for the eyedrops, which were distributed and sold nationwide.

This FL Beach Among The Perfect For End-Of-Summer Family Fun, New List Says

One FL beach was named among a dozen that families should check out for end-of-summer fun, a new list from Condé Nast Traveler says.

Pet Store Chain To Close 75 Locations: See Brand's FL Footprint

Despite the planned closures, the chain also opened three new stores in the second quarter of 2026.

This FL Fast Food Burger Named Among Best In Nation

The USA Today 10Best fast food burger ranking is determined by editors and an expert panel, as well as readers voting for their favorites.

Florida Judge Refuses To Boot Fishback From The Ballot, Won't ‘Decide The Race'

Fishback remains optimistic, tying Collins’ attempt to strike him from the race to Donalds.

Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Grows: How To Order Fast Food Safely In FL

Here's the latest on the multistate outbreak of the severe diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora associated with shredded lettuce.

FL's Back-To-School Sales Tax Holiday Is Here: Check Out Eligible Items

Florida shoppers can save on a wide range of back-to-school purchases during the state's 2026 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday

Super El Niño Could Combine With Rare Atlantic Niña: See FL Impacts

Here's a look at how a rare Atlantic Niña could bring possible impacts to Florida.

Florida Student Discipline Records To Follow Them To College, A Response To FSU Shooting

Wednesday, the Florida Board of Education adopted a provision requiring the records transfer into administrative policy.