Legislators, Endorsing DeSantis's Education Apartheid, Hear Chants: "Shame On You, Shame On All Of You"

Public comment was quashed, as more than 150 people came to express their concerns and fears related to changes in college majors.

Gun Rights Factions Squabble, Accuse DeSantis Of "Political Impotence" And "Failed Leadership"

With GOP supermajorities in the Legislature, House Speaker Paul Renner and Senate President Kathleen Passidomo can easily pass bills.

As DeSantis's Extremist Policies Trickle Down, "The Target Is On The Back Of The Queer Community" In Florida

LGBTQ+ advocates say this bill will lead to "sucidal thoughts" and "suicide attempts" by children.

Here Comes The Latest Attempt To Regulate Short Term Vacation Rentals In Florida

Pinellas County Republican Senator Nick DiCeglie lives in Indian Rocks Beach, which he calls “Ground Zero,” sometimes a contentious topic.

'Florida Man' The Series Coming Soon To Netflix

"(People) laugh at the mug shots and the headlines, but what’s the story behind the meme?" the "Florida Man" show's creator told Netflix.

Barletta, An Extremist Himself And Enemy To The Undocumented, The Report Says, Endorses DeSantis

Back in 2016, Barletta endorsed Trump, according to the report.

DeSantis: Being "Treated Equally Regardless Of Race" Has "No Place In American Institutions"

Update: The House Postsecondary Education and Workforce Subcommittee approved a proposed committee substitute for HB 999 Monday.

DeSantis, In Iowa, Says GOP Stance In Culture Wars Will Help Win Elections

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis told Iowa Republicans Friday about standing strong in the culture wars.

March Madness 2023: 2 Florida Teams To Play In NCAA Men's Tournament

The NCAA's March Madness tournament begins Tuesday; two Florida teams are in. Here's where they're seeded and a printable bracket.

Some Fla., GOP Lawmakers Want School Boards To Be Partisan; Would There Be Consequences?

Some GOP lawmakers, the report indicates, want school boards to be "specifically, more right-leaning;" Democrats would push back.

Should Wealthy Golfer Tiger Woods' Kids Be Able To Attend Private Schools On Public Dollars In Fla.?

What is in question is whether families of millionaires and billionaires should benefit from an expanded taxpayer-funded voucher program.

Man Killed In Pensacola Parking Lot: Police

The 23-year-old was shot overnight and died at a local hospital, according to police.

FL Cities With The Most Rapidly Growing Home Prices: Report

A new report analyzes Florida's fluctuating real estate market. Here's where prices are growing the fastest.

What Time Will Sun Set In FL As Daylight Saving Time Begins?

When does daylight saving time 2023 start? Florida lawmakers in 2018 voted to keep DST year-round, but Congress must approve the change.

School Days Could Start Later For FL Students Under Proposed Bill

The FL school start time bill aims to address the academic impacts of sleep deprivation on middle school and high school students.

Trial Lawyers Vs. Business Fight Could Leave Average Floridians In The Lurch

Bikers roamed the state capital this week.

11th Circuit Will Expedite Warren's Bid For Reinstatement, As Judge Says Warren Committed "Not A Hint Of Misconduct"

Judge Hinkle ruled that DeSantis acted "for his own political benefit" in suspending Warren, the report indicates.

Permitless Carry Bill Closer To Law, Despite New Poll Showing It's Vastly Unpopular In Florida

Allowing people to carry a weapon without obtaining a license from the state is moving closer to passage in the Florida Senate.

Florida Senate Unanimously Approves $700 Million Plan To Address Affordable Housing

Saying it's time to address housing in Florida, the state Senate unanimously passed a more than $700 million affordable housing package.

Lawmakers Who At One Time In Their Lives Used Food Stamps Question House Proposal On Soda

The report indicates the S.N.A.P. program helps about 2.8 million Florida residents.

DeSantis's Fla., Work Is Called "Unconscionable" As Other GOP Extremists Also Mull Iowa

Haley, Trump, and DeSantis compete, the report says, for the most extreme abortion ban, fawning to special interests, and attacking LGBTQ+.

Florida GOP Leaders Make It Clear That They Don't Support ‘Open Carry' Legislation This Year

A statement from someone representing the "Gun Owners of America" was grossly inaccurate, the report indicates.

11-Year-Old Calls In Bomb Threat To FL Elementary School: Reports

Police were called to N.B. Cook Elementary School​ in Pensacola after the call was placed around 9:15 a.m. Thursday.

Fla., Teens Should Not Start School Too Early; Lawmakers Want To Do Something About It

Almost half of public high school students in Fla., start their school day before 7:30 a.m., despite studies showing late starts are better.

COVID-19 Has Killed Millions Upon Millions, Yet DeSantis Calls Vaccination For It "Discrimination"

Tennis star Novak Djokovic cannot participate in the Miami Open tournament that begins later this month because he remains unvaccinated.

Should The State Reduce The Number Of Jurors Who Can Put Someone To Death? It's Up To Lawmakers

For the past six years it's been required that a jury in Florida must rule unanimously to sentence someone to death. That could change.

DeSantis's So-Called "State Of The State" A Bully Pulpit Against LGBTQ+, Women, And Corporations, Democrats Say

Republicans, in DeSantis's wake, have developed "an aversion to accountability," said Democrat Lauren Book.

Drug-Resistant Bacteria Outbreak In FL Linked To Eyedrops Spreads

Eye infections in 13 states, including FL, have been linked to artificial tears. One person has died and there are 8 reports of vision loss.

Fla., University System Under Siege, As State Lawmakers Convene For 2023 Legislative Session

Two years ago, a GOP Florida lawmaker wanted to discourage students from pursuing liberal arts degrees to promote more lucrative careers.

Opening Day Of Session: Renner Wants To Defend ‘Life'; Passidomo Doesn't Mention Abortion

On the first day of the session, Senate President Kathleen Passidomo mentioned several legislative priorities, but again, not abortion.

16 FL Hospitals Among Best In U.S., Newsweek Ranking Says

Newsweek ranked the hospitals on innovation, patient care, research and consistency. See how Florida hospitals did.

DeSantis Has A Supporter -- The Senior VP For "Gun Owners Of America"

The report indicates that because of DeSantis's antics with guns, those advocating gun safety are on "high alert."

Three Years Of COVID-19, It's Still Here, And There Are Over 86,000 Deaths From It In Fla.

It was three years ago this week, when DeSantis announced on a Sunday evening, March 1, 2020, that “two individuals” tested positive.

It's Not Clear When New Abortion Restrictions Will Show; Is That On Purpose? Why Won't DeSantis Talk About Abortion?

The "Florida Voice for the Unborn" waits for legislation, the report indicates.

Former Fla., GOP Chair Cardenas: Proposal To Stop In-State Tuition For Florida Dreamers Is "Mean-Spirited"

Most of these immigration proposals have been driven by politics, not public policy, Cardenas said of DeSantis.

Legislature To Push Sweeping Changes To Florida's Legal System; Prepare For A "Wild West Of Litigation"

This occurred shortly after a state House committee last month OK'd sweeping changes to the state's litigation process.

GOP Lawmakers Move To Ban Puberty Blockers, Hormone Replacement Therapies For Minors

Just last month, Florida medical agencies banned minors for receiving gender affirming care.

Senate President's Signature Initiative: Hundreds Of Millions For Affordable Housing; Is It Enough?

A major legislative proposal addressing Florida's affordable housing crisis was introduced by Senate President Passidomo in January.

Full Worm Moon: Will FL Conditions Favor A ‘Moonbow’?

The full worm moon will look bigger in Florida when it's near the horizon because of what's called the "moon illusion."

Heading To FL: More People Moved In Than Out For 2022

United Van Lines released a study on the inbound and outbound moves for Florida and other states, led by retiring baby boomers and Gen Xers.