Flu Season: High Levels Of Flu Viruses Detected In Fla., Among Counties With Outbreaks

While new mutations of COVID-19 continue to circulate across the nation, seasonal flu activity also has been high in Florida.

What Happens To Low-Income Families When Federal COVID Medicaid Requirement Ends?

Health advocates in Florida are warning that millions of low-income residents could soon lose Medicaid health coverage.

Day 3 Of Testimony In Trial: Surveys Could Be Used To Penalize Left Leaning Professors, Universities

The president of Florida's statewide university faculty union believes results of a controversial survey could end with such consequences.

FL Moms For Liberty Say They'd Like To See Parental Rights In Education Law Expanded

Florida's Moms for Liberty is a conservative nonprofit which continues this state's attack on, and condemnation of, LGBTQ+ children.

Judge Calls DeSantis' Anti-Protest Law 'Simply A Trap For The Innocent'

Judge Walker wrote, "A vague law (DeSantis's) is no law at all," as it is being sent to the Florida state Supreme Court.

6 More FL Bed Bath & Beyond Stores To Close In Coming Months

Six new FL Bed Bath & Beyond closures have been announced by the struggling retailer; in September the chain said 2 other sites would close.

Ostensibly To Discuss An Everglades Protection Plan, DeSantis Instead Assails China

DeSantis also discussed a "toy-buying trip" with his wife, to reward their children, the report indicates.

Day 2 Of Federal Lawsuit In Tallahassee: Recording Lectures In A Higher Education Class Could Get Adversarial

An English professor from Penn State took the stand in federal court, arguing that students recording a lesson threatens academic freedom.

Republican Scott Boasts "I Still Won," Calls For Resignation Of Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas

The report indicates Mayorkas does not intend to step down. "I've got a lot of work to do, I'm proud to do it," the secretary added.

Florida Democratic Party Chair Manny Diaz Resigns

Two months after the Florida Democratic Party suffered its election defeat, Party Chair Manny Diaz announced his resignation Monday.

Walmart Cashier, 82, Florida-Bound After TikTok Video Helps Him Retire

Butch Marion, a grandfather and Navy veteran from Maryland, retired last week after TikTok raised more than $100,000 for him.

Florida Faculty, ACLU Lawyers Disturbed Over Latest Conservative, DeSantis Barrage On Critical Race Theory In Higher Education

Censorship and threats to academic freedom from the DeSantis administration continue to disturb faculty and civil rights lawyers.

Hundreds Of Election Reform Bills Have Been Filed Since The 2022 Election, But None In Fla.

With two months to go before the Florida Legislature convenes in March, no election reform bills have been filed so far.

DeSantis Uses Immigration To "Blatantly Attempt To Raise His Own National Profile," Democrat Driskell Says

In what has become perfunctory for DeSantis, he used the occasion to blast President Biden, and, inaccurately, according to Driskell.

House Speaker Saga Introduces Fla., GOP Rep. Byron Donalds To The National Stage

Florida Republican Congressman Byron Donalds finished a distant third Thursday night in the five different votes for Speaker of the House.

Amid GOP House-Speaker Vote Fiasco, Florida's Donalds Votes For McCarthy

Florida's Byron Donalds had catapulted to national prominence during this continued drama, the report states.

Teacher Recruitment, School Choice Raised On 1st Day Of FL Committee Meetings

These were among the topics of education panels on the first day of committee meetings ahead of the 2023 regular legislative session.

Fla., Senate Agriculture Committee Meets As Citrus Production Continues To Decline

The Florida Senate Agriculture Committee met Wednesday for the first time leading into the 2023 regular session.

Deadline Nears For Floridians To Apply For Federal Hurricane Ian Relief

People whose homes were damaged/demolished by Hurricane Ian have another week to apply for Federal Emergency Management Agency assistance.

Tampa Democrat Reintroduces ‘Gain-Time' Proposal To Promote Inmates' Rehabilitation

Tampa state Rep. Dianne Hart (D) has again filed “gain-time” legislation that would allow some prison inmates to reduce their sentences.

FL House Health Panel Prepares To Scrutinize Care Standards

Ensuring quality of health care for Floridians will be a major priority for Florida House members during the 2023 legislative session.

Southwest Makes Amends For Meltdown: What FL Travelers Should Do

Florida travelers caught in the Southwest Airline holiday meltdown may qualify for frequent flier miles as part of an apology.

DeSantis? "As Governor, He Doesn’t Give A Damn About Florida Or Floridians" -- Gwen Graham

"All he (DeSantis) does has been calculated to run for president. God help us all, if he succeeds,” Graham went on to say.

Tampa Bay Area Mayors Say Affordable Housing Remains Their Top Issue

The report indicates DeSantis, in his inauguration speech, neglected to talk about a dire need in Florida: affordable housing.

Driskell Calls DeSantis Speech "Desperate Chase For MAGA Base," Vowing More Extremism

The Fla., Democratic leader added DeSantis directed the speech at "billionaire donors" and not the people of Florida, who face challenges.

$785M Mega Millions Jackpot: When To Buy Tickets In FL

The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has reached $785 million for the drawing on Tuesday, Jan. 3. Here's what Florida players need to know.

These Struggling FL Retailers May Close Locations In 2023

The U.S. economy is grappling with an inflation-induced slump, and several Florida businesses may decide to call it quits in 2023.

2023 FL Guide To Meteor Showers, Supermoons And Full Moons

2023 starts and ends with the Quadrantids and Geminids, with the blazing Perseids in the middle, plus a blue moon supermoon: FL guide.

Jan. 6 Terrorist Attack Final Report: "Excerpts Related To Florida Are Often Chilling"

The final report by the committee to investigate the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol includes myriad Fla., insurrectionist transgressions.

$640M Mega Millions Jackpot In Friday’s Drawing: What To Know In FL

The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has reached $640 million for the drawing on Friday, Dec. 30. Here's what Florida players need to know.

New Year's Eve Restaurant Deals In Florida To Ring In 2023

Say goodbye to 2022 and welcome 2023 at these Florida restaurants offering New Year's Eve and New Year's specials.

Strep A Linked To 2 U.S. Pediatric Deaths: What FL Parents Should Know

FL parents and caregivers are encouraged to learn about the symptoms of the severe infections associated with the highly contagious strep A.

Pandemic Notebook: In Fla., 22,500 Cases Newly Reported; Residents Should Adhere To Safety Guidelines

"It's still out there," said Dr. Michael Teng, associate professor of medicine at the University of South Florida.

Store Return Policies For Kohl's, Target, Macy's And More FL Retailers

The gift return policies for Kohl's, Nordstrom, Macy's, Walmart, Athleta, Amazon and other Florida retailers can be useful to know.

Restaurants Open On Christmas Day 2022 In Florida

Keeping your holiday celebration low-key? Some restaurants in Florida are open on Christmas Day 2022.

FL Christmas 2022 Gas Price Average Under $3 A Gallon

As residents gas up for Christmas travel, Florida gas prices are below the cost of a year ago and went under $3 a gallon, according to AAA.

Fla., Supreme Court OKs Statewide Grand Jury To Look Into COVID Vaccine-Related Crimes Or Wrongdoing

The Florida Supreme Court Thursday ordered a statewide grand jury to investigate crimes and wrongdoing related to COVID-19 vaccines.

After A Scathing Report On Sexual Abuse At Florida's Female Prison In 2020, Has Anything Changed?

“Notorious acts of sexual abuse, including rape, against prisoners” have occurred at the state's large and oldest women's prison.

Ag Commissioner Fried Asks U.S. Department Of Justice To "Hold (DeSantis) To Account" On Florida's ‘Broken' Prison System

Fried did this in a Twitter post and a letter to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland this week.

Social Status Council For Black Males, Facing Hardships, Gets State Sen. Jones

"I look forward to representing you and my colleagues on the council,” Jones said, also expressing gratitude for the appointment.