Transgender Advocates Fear Fla., Legislation Could Ban Or Restrict Drag Shows

The GOP is going after the LGBTQ+ tradition of drag shows, where performers dress in costumes that caricaturize or amplify gender roles.

Legislation Would Grant Previously-Denied New Medical Marijuana Licenses To Black Farmers

The Florida health department is expected to be accepting applications for up to 22 new applicants to enter the medical cannabis industry.

Shigella In FL: Drug-Resistant Stomach Infection Monitored By State

The stomach bug causes the diarrheal condition known as shigellosis and poses a "serious public health threat," the CDC said.

DeSantis Accused By ACLU Of "Making Voting More Difficult," Banning Conversations On Civil Rights and Individual Liberties

The American Civil Liberties Union of Florida says the GOP agenda for the 2023 legislative session threatens our democracy.

Clinics Appeal To Florida's Supreme Court's Conservative Bent In Fighting Abortion Ban

Attorneys for a group of abortion clinics plead with the Florida Supreme Court not to overrule decades of precedent protecting abortion.

DeSantis's "Fascist Regime:" Attacking Minorities And The LGBTQ+ Community, Banning Books, Right-Wing Extremism

Several sources have said this all largely cloaks DeSantis's aspirations to run against the twice-impeached Trump.

GOP Carries On, And To The ACLU, It's "Even More Harm And Damage To Floridians"

“It expands the cruelty and censorship of students and teachers throughout those grades,” Gross, of the ACLU, said.

3 FL Cities On 'America's Favorite Small Towns To Visit' List

Families voted three Florida communities onto "America's Favorite Small Towns to Visit" list. Can you guess which three?

DeSantis's So-Called "Book?" "Fascist Garbage," "As Truthful As Fox News," "Racist Propaganda," (Attempted) "Indoctrination" -- Report

The book was also referred to as "Pure Deathsantis Propaganda" by a user, who also wrote, "Don't Be fooled."

FL Recalls Raw Oysters Linked To Salmonella Outbreak

A recall was ordered after people in several states became sick after eating oysters tainted with salmonella that were harvested in Florida.

FL Democratic Party Would Be Eliminated Under Proposed Law

Called "The Ultimate Cancel Act," SB 1248 calls for the elimination of any Florida political party that previously supported slavery.

Nikki Fried Is The New Chair Of The Florida Democratic Party, Will Work To "Reclaim" The State

Former Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried is a Democrat who had hoped to become the first woman governor of Florida.

DeSantis's So-Called "Blueprint?" An "Extreme Agenda" Putting "The Wealthy and MAGA Base Ahead Of Working People" -- Fried

DeSantis's so-called "book" is nothing more than an extension of his extreme ideology, Fried said.

DeSantis Appoints "Hostile Conservative Cronies," Plays To What Eskamani Calls "Christofascist" Group

According to Eskamani, DeSantis has "suppressed" Disney's First Amendment rights.

Talk Of GOP Presidential Bid By DeSantis Heats Up With Book Release

Gov. Ron DeSantis released a book this week and will court donors in Texas and California, stoking talk that he plans to run for president.

DeSantis Takes Over Disney District In 'Don't Say Gay' Fallout

Gov. DeSantis signed a bill that gives him control of Walt Disney World's self-governing district, punishing the company over LGBTQ issues.

College Students In Fla., Capital Cut Class In Protest Against DeSantis's Attacks On Higher Ed And Black AP Course

College students of Tallahassee's two universities and community college left class Thursday afternoon in an outrage against DeSantis.

Civil Rights Activists March, College Students Walk Out, Protesting DeSantis's Policies Against Black AP Course

Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump has threatened to sue DeSantis, and Civil Rights icon the Rev. Al Sharpton led a protest.

Florida's Frankel Says "Democrats Are Going To Fight Back" Against DeSantis, Trump, Scott

Democrats nationally and in Florida spoke about their continued support for Social Security and Medicare on Wednesday.

DeSantis Announces "Cruel, Anti-Immigrant, And Racist List Of Upcoming Mandates," Says Immigrant Coalition

DeSantis heads "a hate-filled agenda that will lead to fear, division, violence, discrimination, and a weakened Fla.," the coalition said.

Sen. Rick Scott Disagrees With DeSantis's Proposal To Repeal In-State Tuition For ‘Dreamers'

Florida Republican U.S. Sen. Rick Scott is taking issue with DeSantis's legislative proposal announced Thursday.

When Does Daylight Saving Time Begin? FL Change Stuck In Congress

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

Proposed FL Bill Bans Dogs From Hanging Heads Out Car Windows

If passed, Florida Senate Bill 932 would also ban cat declawing and cosmetic testing on animals.

Senator Concedes Defeat In Legal Challenge To DeSantis's Migrant Flights, Leaves It To "Court Of Public Opinion"

But DeSantis's stunt still faces possible federal class action in Massachusetts, the report says.

Inmate Population In Florida Prisons Expected To Grow To More Than 88,000 Next Year

The number of inmates in Florida correctional facilities has fluctuated significantly, but the figure is expected to grow substantially.

Sen. Tim Scott Mulls Presidential Bid While Hosting Iowa Events

U.S. Sen. Tim Scott sidestepped questions about running for president in 2024 while kicking off a series of events Wednesday in Iowa.

Casey DeSantis Announces New State Cancer Collaborative In Tampa

Casey DeSantis and other state health professionals announced Thursday the creation of the Florida Cancer Connect Collaborative.

FL Students Hold Statewide Walkout To Protest DeSantis Policies

The goal of Thursday's walkout was to protest state policies organizers say target people of color and the LGBTQ+ community.

As Mass Shootings Continue In U.S. At Deadly Pace, Proposal To Allow Permitless-Carry Advances In Florida Senate

It occurs less than a week after Floridians observed the fifth-year anniversary of the mass school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas.

Can Any Democrat Pose A Serious Challenge To Wealthy Rick Scott In 2024? Or Is He Vulnerable?

In his previous three runs for office, U.S. Sen. Rick Scott of Florida has never won a general election race by more than 1.2 percent.

Report Says Women Pay On Average $300 More Than Men For Auto Coverage In Florida

A new study on auto insurance rates in the U.S., finds that there is a very real gender gap in Florida, with women motorists paying more.

School Voucher Expansion Bills In Fla., Could Face Hurdles And Disagreements, Even Among Republicans

The discussion over so-called “school vouchers” has long been a contentious battle in education politics.

Even Second Amendment Supporters Are "Openly Disdainful" Of DeSantis's Proposal

"I do not know what it is that Republicans stand for. I know what Democrats stand for, because you know at least they’re honest" -- I. Sam

FL Woman Waves Gun At McDonald's Workers Over Free Cookie: Police

A FL woman waved a gun and demanded a free cookie after employees didn't ask her about the McDonald's rewards program, police said.

DeSantis, At One Of His "Barnstorming" Stops, Called "Homophobic" And Possessing "Tendencies That Provoke Racism"

Ill. Gov. Pritzker said DeSantis "does not represent the values of the people of Illinois,” while N.Y. mayor Adams also blasted DeSantis.

DeSantis's Plan To Favor The Rich In K-12 Education Would "Destroy Public Schools As We Know Them"

House Democratic leader Driskell added that Republicans have "choked the school system and now want to declare it dead."

Christian Ziegler Elected As New Chair Of The Republican Party Of Florida

Christian Ziegler has been elected to chair the Republican Party of Florida.

Candidates For FDP Chair Talk About Uniting Different Wings Of The Party

Four candidates in the race to lead the Florida Democratic Party convened in a debate hosted by the state Legislative Black Caucus.

U.S. Dept. Of Education Awards Near $10 Million To Fund Mental Health Services In Fla., School Districts

New data show a troubling increase in poor mental health and risk of suicide in teens, the U.S. Department of Education has announced.

13 FL Cities Ranked Safest Places To Live In U.S.

SmartAsset ranked safety in large cities in the U.S. by violent and property crimes, among other factors. Here's how 13 FL cities fared.