Florida Lawmakers Still Awaiting Proposal To Dismantle Disney's Special Tax District

A bill that would end Disney World's designation as a special tax district is poised for introduction in the Florida House and Senate.

U.S. Appeals Court Strikes Tampa's Ban On Conversion Therapy As Unconstitutional

A federal appeals court has struck down a Tampa ordinance banning the use of “conversion therapy” against minors.

Justices Strip ‘Fairness And Diversity' From Florida's Judicial Education Programs

Florida judges no longer will need to learn how to at least try to ensure “fairness and diversity” while applying the law.

President Biden To Appear In Tampa This Week

President Biden is returning to the Sunshine State this week, the White House has announced.

Legislature Issues Last-Minute Special-Session Call For This Week

House and Senate leaders have called a special session of the Florida Legislature to take up several items.

LGBTQ+ Children, Who Want "Lives Of Dignity And Acceptance," Remain Under Attack By DeSantis

The rule "cruelly and unfairly attacks vulnerable trans youth in our state by banning their access to gender-affirming healthcare."

U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio Reintroduces Bills To Restrict Abortion Rights, Attack Critical Race Theory

Florida GOP U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio on Thursday reintroduced eight different bills previously co-sponsored in the past.

"Please Spread The Word So People Know How Extreme (DeSantis) Is" -- Democrat Eskamani, On DeSantis's 6-Week Abortion Ban

Democrats denounced DeSantis's endorsement of a ban on abortion in Florida after six weeks' gestation, his priority a 2024 presidential run.

Report Indicates Crowd Is "Urged" To Applaud At DeSantis Budget Event

DeSantis wants state government to spend nearly $115 billion during the fiscal year due to begin on July 1.

Green Comet: How To See It In Florida This Weekend

Before the moon turns full Sunday, FL can catch a glimpse of the green Comet ZTF that hasn't been seen since Neanderthals roamed Earth.

Drug-Resistant Bacteria Outbreak In FL Linked To Eye Drops: CDC

Eye infections in 12 states, including FL, are linked to eye drops. One person died and at least 3 have permanent vision loss.

In Proposed 2023-24 State Budget, Still No Medicaid Expansion For Florida, Unlike Other States

Over a million residents could lose their health coverage, the report states; DeSantis would offer no specific details about it.

Florida's Electricity Rates Went Up Last Month, And, Guess What? They'll Go Higher In April

Millions of Floridians may have encountered sticker shock when they opened their electricity bills over the past few weeks.

Teachers' Union Declares "Not Enough" With Regard To DeSantis's Proposed Pay Hike For Teachers

Fla., Education Association President Andrew Spar says this proposal would add up to about $20 per week per teacher, a paltry increase.

‘Heartbeat Bill Is The Most Likely Legislation' That Could Be Pushed By GOP In 2023

This is occurring amid court challenges to Florida's 15-week abortion ban.

“Let’s Be Clear -- Floridians Will Die If This Legislation Becomes Law" -- Rep. Frost, On DeSantis's "Wild West" Florida

Legislative Republicans have taken the first step toward allowing any adult Floridian without a criminal record to carry concealed weapons.

Immigration Advocates Urge Florida Officials To Drop Lawsuit On Biden's ‘Parole' Program

A group of immigration advocates on Tuesday announced their support of the Biden administration's humanitarian “parole” program.

With Expected Corcoran Appointment, Traditional Liberal Arts College "Under Siege" By DeSantis

Richard Corcoran, a former House Speaker and Florida Education Commissioner, is one of many conservative DeSantis appointees.

Professor Emerita To Fla., Democrats: Voters Want Diverse Candidates; ‘Someone Who's Inspirational'

Those opinion polls matching Gov. Ron DeSantis and other presidential aspirants against Joe Biden and Donald Trump? Pay them no mind.

FL House Dress Code Takes Aim At Womens' Bare Shoulders, Hemlines

The Florida House of Representatives recently reminded members what they can wear. And dress shoes without socks? Don't try it, men.

Frequent Commuters In Fla., To Receive First Toll Discount In February

Frequent commuters are expected to see a 50 percent discount in Feb., for using at least 35 toll transactions in a month, the report says.

Amid Calif., Tragedies, Florida Lawmakers Want To Add Asian-American History Instruction Into Law

This occurs as the nation grapples with a string of deadly attacks on Asian-American communities in California.

Florida Election Supervisors Balk At Implementing New ID Provisions In Vote-By-Mail Ballots

Election supervisors are objecting to a provision in an election law passed, that if enacted would require voters to provide identification.

FL Congressman Gifts Dummy Grenades To U.S. House Members

Republican Cory Mills passed out the Florida-made grenades and urged fellow House members to "get to work" for constituents.

Gas Stoves Won't Be Banned In FL DeSantis Says As Health Risks Studied

FL is tied for the fewest homes using gas stoves. Gov. DeSantis says you won't need to replace yours, but there are rising health concerns.

Civil Rights Lawyer Crump "Poised To Sue" DeSantis If He Rejects African-American Studies Course

The well-known civil rights organization, the NAACP, is alarmed by the DeSantis administration's rejection of this course.

Florida Police Chiefs: We "Do Not Support What Happened" To Tyre Nichols, Which Was An Inhumane, Senseless Beating

Florida's police chiefs have denounced the savage attack by Memphis police officers that resulted in the death of Tyre Nichols.

U.S. Sen. Rick Scott Makes It Official: He's Running For Reelection In 2024

Florida Republican U.S. Sen. Rick Scott announced Thursday that he will be running for reelection next year.

Democrats Fight Vouchers: ‘I Just Don't Think We Should Be Subsidizing Millionaires Or Billionaires'

"(We should) not give the ultra-wealthy unnecessary handouts at the expense of families in need,” Democrat Angie Nixon said.

Reining In Drug-Market Middlemen's ‘Rebate' Payments Might Be Complicated

Work has begun on one of DeSantis's priorities for the regular legislative session, due to open in March: constraining pharmacy benefits.

Impact Of ‘Don't Say Gay' Law On LGBTQ+ Parents; More Than Half Considered Moving Out Of Fla.

A new report says that more than half of LGBTQ+ Florida parents surveyed say they're considering moving out of the Sunshine State.

Governor's Office Makes It Clear: No Reinstatement For Suspended Prosecutor

Gov. Ron DeSantis will not return suspended Andrew Warren to his post as the twice-elected state's attorney for Hillsborough County.

"Gov. DeSantis, Are You Really Trying To Lead Us To An Era Akin To Communism?” -- Ben Crump

DeSantis's rejection of an Advanced Placement course on African American studies elicited Crump mobilizing students for a possible lawsuit.

Warren Asks That Gov. DeSantis Reinstate Him As Hillsborough Prosecutor

Andrew Warren wrote to DeSantis seeking reinstatement as state's attorney for Hillsborough County, arguing the governor is duty-bound to it.

Annette Taddeo Builds Support In Her Bid For Fla., Democratic Party Chair

Former Fla., state Sen. Annette Taddeo unveiled endorsements from nine of her former colleagues in the Florida Senate Democratic Caucus.

FL Woman Romanced Holocaust Survivor, Then Stole Life Savings: DOJ

A FL woman faces a fraud charge after authorities said she used $2.8M stolen from a Holocaust survivor to buy cars, Rolex watches, clothes.

2023 Best Online Programs Ranking Includes FL Schools: U.S. News

U.S. News & World Report ranked the best online programs for bachelor's and master's degrees, which included some Florida schools.

FL Woman, Slain Husband Had Murder-Suicide Pact For Weeks: Police

Ellen Gilland, 76, is accused of killing her husband inside his Daytona Beach hospital room, prompting an hours-long standoff with police.

Prosecutors, Public Defenders Seek More Funding: "We Have A Serious Crisis In Florida"

For the first time in three years, Florida prosecutors and assistant public defenders got raises in the 2022-2023 budget.

Fla., Lt. Gov. Nuñez Says New College ‘Lost Its Way' And Needs To Be ‘Reined' Back

Lt. Gov. Nuñez weighed in Tuesday on the New College of Florida shakeup.