Fla., Elections Bill Opposed By Democrats, Voting Rights Groups "On A Number Of Fronts"

At the end of last week, the Florida House approved a nearly 100-page elections bill.

Change Up For Term Limits For Local School Board Members, But Why So Fast?

In 2022, lawmakers approved 12-year term limits for local school board members in Florida.

Tensions Emerge On Floor, As Florida Senate Passes Immigration Crackdown

One of the most sweeping bills targeting undocumented immigration in the country is closer to becoming law.

DeSantis's Actions With Bill Likened To The Atrocities Of Nazi Germany -- Report

“I think this is really important because this is about life or death” -- Democrat Robin Bartleman

FL Principal Ousted Over Students’ Viewing Of ‘David’ Visits Italy

A FL principal who lost her job after parents complained about students viewing images of nude “David” visited Italy to see the sculpture.

Flour Recalled In FL For Salmonella Risk: What To Know

Florida consumers should check for specific dates on the recalled flour brand, according to parent company General Mills.

Florida Senate Approves Hemp Bill — Without Limiting THC Levels In Products

A measure that will prohibit hemp-derived products such as Delta-8 from being sold to individuals under 21 years of age, passed.

Andrew Warren: DeSantis Asserts Wide Powers To Oust Officials On Political Ground

Suspended state's attorney Andrew Warren accuses DeSantis in a legal brief of asserting authority in violation of the First Amendment.

Senate Vote On Higher Ed Bill Reveals What Undergrads Might Face In General Education Courses

It occurs after weeks of gut-wrenching debate on the fate of Florida's public universities.

‘Tyre Sampson Act:' Teen's Death From Amusement Ride Will Help Increase Safety On Rides In Fla.

In March of last year, 14-year-old Tyre Sampson fell to his death from a 400-foot tower ride operated by Orlando Slingshot.

Ron DeSantis Could Launch 2024 Presidential Bid In June: Report

The same day FL legislation passed allowing Ron DeSantis to run for president without resigning as governor came a new report he'll run.

Great American Solar Eclipse Of 2024: Is FL In Path Of Totality?

Excitement is building for what eclipse chasers view as the party of a lifetime next April. Here's what we'll see in Florida.

Senators OK For DeSantis, Other Fla., Candidates, To Run For President Or VP Without Resigning

Saying that senators wanted to avoid any confusion about current state law, the Florida GOP-controlled Senate passed a provision Wednesday.

Voting Rights Group Sue The State Over What They Claim Is The State's "Flawed" Voter Registration Form

The League of Women Voters of Florida and the Florida State Conference of the NAACP filed a lawsuit in federal court Wednesday.

Disney Sues DeSantis Over His "Targeted Campaign Of Retaliation" Against Company

DeSantis's action is called "patently retaliatory, patently anti-business, and patently unconstitutional."

Long Overdue: Students Should Be Required To Learn History Of Asian Americans And Pacific Islanders

This occurs following the deadly attacks against people of Asian descent since at least 2021.

Democrats Question Immigration Provision That Would Ban The Undocumented From Being Admitted Into Fla., Bar

Democrats took issue with a major legislative crackdown on illegal immigration that moves closer to passage in the Florida Senate.

DeSantis, Embattled Fox News In To-Do Over Russian Invasion Remark

The report states DeSantis marches "in step with Israel’s increasingly very right-wing government.”

Disney's Lawsuit Against Ron DeSantis: 5 Things To Know

Disney officials claim DeSantis violated the company's right to free speech with his "relentless campaign to weaponize government power."

Fugees Rapper Pras Found Guilty Of Political Conspiracy

A jury found Prakazrel “Pras” Michel guilty of 10 counts, including conspiracy and acting as an unregistered agent of a foreign government.

1,000 Wawas: See Where Chain Is Opening Next In FL

Convenience store favorite Wawa has 29 FL stores scheduled to open in spring through fall 2023 as it celebrates a milestone 1,000 locations.

Immigration Crackdown: Measures Would Make It Tougher For The Undocumented To Live And Work In Fla.

With the Legislature soon winding down, state House members Monday for the first time took up a proposal cracking down on this.

Tenant Bill Of Rights Ordinances In Fla., On The Verge Of Elimination

As rent costs rise dramatically in Fla., dozens of cities and counties have been passing ordinances — often called tenant “bill of rights."

Turkey, Pork, Bringing Home The Bacon: Lawmakers Push Millions In State Budget For Constituents

It's about this time of the year when the Legislature is crafting Florida's massive state budget.

Florida State Guard Could Triple In Size, Gain Military Police-Like Arm

An expansion of the Florida State Guard was created last year to supplement the Florida National Guard.

FL Man Sentenced To 4 Years For Role In Jan. 6 Riot

Authorities said the Fort Walton Beach man sprayed police officers with bear spray while trying to enter the U.S. Capitol.

Democrats, Polsky Say Ladapo Politicizes Public Health Policy And Follows The Lead Of DeSantis

Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo's confirmation to a second term in that office is headed to the state Senate floor.

Speir's Religious Onslaught At New College Called By Senator "Pathetic, Sad, Insane"

The report indicates the separation of church and state is being tested, as Speir opines "Jesus Christ is the way of truth."

49 Florida Graduate Schools Make U.S. News 2023-24 Ranking

Nearly 50 FL graduate schools are among the country's best, says a recent U.S. News and World Report. See the full Florida rankings.

Sen. Shevrin Jones: Public University Policies In Legislation Are ‘Racist At Its Core'

Concerns of systemic racism have become part of a higher education bill in the Legislature, a result of DeSantis's efforts, the report says.

How Will DeSantis's Positions On Fiery Social Issues Play In Key Presidential States?

The Republican governor made a national name for himself by imposing a conservative agenda which some outlets have called extremist.

A Problem? Fla., Election Bill Puts Onus On Voters – Not The State – To Find Out If They Can Vote

The requests have occurred since the Florida Legislature required felons to pay court fees after completing their sentences.

Bill Cracking Down On Immigration Finally Introduced In Fla., House; Does Not Include Repeal Of In-State Tuition For Dreamers

A bill cracking down on undocumented immigration in Florida has finally been filed in the House of Representatives.

Sen. Polsky Won't Vote For AHCA Weida's Confirmation Because Of Alleged LBGTQ Or Anti-Trans Statements

Jason Weida is secretary of the Agency for Health Care Administration in Florida who is up for Senate confirmation.

Bed Bath & Beyond Files For Bankruptcy, FL Closing Sales Start

Closing sales are set to start Wednesday for the bankrupt Bed Bath & Beyond and Buy Buy Baby stores nationwide, including Florida.

White Supremacist, Antisemitic Propaganda Climbs In FL: Report

In Florida, 496 incidents in which antisemitic, racial and hateful material was distributed, were among the 6,750 reported nationwide.

Xylazine Threat In FL: Feds Issue Warning Over Fentanyl Mixture

The dangerous drug is making its way into street opioid supplies in Florida, and is meant for use in veterinary medicine.

Abortion Pill Available For Now In FL, Supreme Court Rules

The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday stopped restrictions on the abortion pill mifepristone from taking effect. Here's what it means in FL.

Fla., House Votes To Penalize Drag, Ban Trans Care For Minors, Block Bathroom Access

The Republican-dominated Florida House voted Wednesday to continue to batter the LGBTQ+ community with its actions.

Chinese-Americans Fear Hate Crimes And Discrimination, As Florida Legislation Heads For Final Vote

Zheng Dauble says she has lived in the United States for 25 years and enjoys it, but recently, while shopping, she encountered Asian hate.