‘Voter Confidence Tour' Of Florida Supervisor Of Elections Offices Kicks Off In St. Petersburg

This follows unprecedented levels of misinformation about election security during the country's 2020 election.

Crist Challenges DeSantis's ‘Culture War' Policies During Governor's Race Debate

Democrat Crist used the occasion of his only scheduled debate with DeSantis Monday evening to question the Republican governor's motives.

State Education Meetings Forecast Tumultuous School Policies -- and LGBTQ+ Controversies -- In Upcoming Gubernatorial Debate

In a fell swoop, Florida's State Board of Education has approved a swath of rules which LGBTQ+ advocates call "discriminatory."

DeSantis Lines His Pockets, Report Says, While Florida Plebeians Suffer Affordability Crises, Rising Rents and Utility Woes

In Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis has received large amounts of campaign dollars in areas such as Miami, with $12.3 million.

Fla., Democratic Leaders Claim GOP Plans Further Abortion Restrictions In Secret

Florida House and Senate Democratic leaders claim Florida Republicans are keeping quiet on future plans to restrict abortion access.

President Biden Is Scheduled To Travel To South Florida Nov. 1

Earlier this month, President Joe Biden was in Florida to help rebuild the Southwest region of the peninsula.

Faculty Union Demands U. Florida Officials Release Information On Finalists In Presidential Search

Higher education union officials Monday urged the University of Florida to release information related to its presidential search.

DeSantis's Legal Team Wants To Block Governor From Being Deposed Under Oath In Andrew Warren Case

DeSantis, the report states, has discussed the case at length on television, yet does not want to discuss it under oath.

Lower 2023 Taxes For Many FL Residents As IRS Adjusts For Inflation

Inflation has reduced Florida residents’ purchasing power, but it will also reduce their 2023 federal tax bills, the IRS said.

Federal Health Panel Adds COVID Vaccines In Child Immunization Schedule; Fla., Officials Push Back

Federal health officials voted Thursday to include COVID-19 vaccines in its 2023 childhood immunization schedule, raising concerns.

Voting Rights Groups Launch Digital Ads On Fla., Supreme Court Justices Up For Retention Vote

Five of the seven members of the Florida Supreme Court are up for a retention vote on Nov. 8.

DeSantis Puts Property Tax Payments On Hold For Ian-Damaged Homes, Businesses

Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Thursday that he is extending deadlines for paying property taxes on residential and commercial buildings.

Parkland Shooter Faces Life In Prison; How Do We Navigate The Mental Health Conversation?

A jury in Broward County recommended sparing Nikolas Cruz, the murderer behind the mass shootings at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.

Flesh-Eating Bacteria Infecting FL Residents Post-Hurricane Ian

More than five dozen cases of Vibrio vulnificus infections have been reported in Florida this year, according to state health officials.

Bridge To Sanibel Island Reopening, Well Ahead Of Schedule

The road crossing to Sanibel Island, severed in three places by Hurricane Ian, was expected to reopen to civilian traffic Wednesday.

Florida Leads The Nation In Votes Cast So Far In 2022 Midterm Election

As of this morning, 837,948 Floridians already voted in the 2022 midterm election, the highest level of participation in the country.

U.S. Senate Race: Democrat Val Demings To Square Off With Incumbent GOP Marco Rubio In Fla., Debate

Following myriad campaign advertisements, the two nominees vying to represent Florida in the U.S. Senate will face off Tuesday evening.

Daylight Saving Time Ends In FL: What About Sunshine Protection Act?

The latest on the daylight saving time bill that would halt our twice-a-year clock changing, and Florida efforts to stop the change.

Baby Formula Recalled In FL Due To Improperly Sealed Bottles: FDA

Baby formula manufacturer Abbott is recalling several of its liquid bottle products sold in the U.S., including in FL. Here's what to know.

Monkeypox Surges Among Black People Amid Overall Decline In New Infections; In Fla., 2,655 Cases

The number of new monkeypox infections has been decreasing across the United States.

Some 1,400 Florida Schools Receive $200 Million In ‘School Recognition' Funds

Some 1,400 Florida schools will share $200 million in state funds because they improved their grading ratings or received an ‘A' evaluation.

Will Fla., Voters Kill Off The Constitution Revision Commission Next Month?

In 1968, Florida voters ratified the Constitutional Revision Commission (CRC) to examine the Florida Constitution once every 20 years.

How Salient Will The Border ‘Crisis' Prove As An Election Issue In November?

Florida is home to millions of immigrants who have gained citizenship and become eligible to vote.

Local Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Folks Making A Difference Across FL

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Local Heroes who make life better in Florida with contributions big and small.

'Person Of Interest' In OK Quadruple Homicide Arrested In FL: Police

He was taken into custody more than 1,000 miles east of the crime scene, police said.

DeSantis Wants The Death Penalty Sped Up, In Light Of Parkland Shooting Life Verdict

DeSantis says he was “stung” by the jury vote against executing Parkland school gunman Nikolas Cruz.

Nikki Fried's PC Announces Support For 20 Pro-Choice Women On The Ballot In Florida

“Won't Back Down” is Fried's recently created political committee designed to put a constitutional amendment to codify abortion rights.

34 Toys 'R' Us Shops Open In FL Macy’s Stores For Holiday Shopping

Toys "R" Us shops are now open in 34 Florida Macy's stores and ready for holiday shoppers. Plus, the top toys of 2022 list is out.

Help Patch Spotlight Florida Student Athletes Who Are Also Good Kids

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to recognize Florida student athletes for the qualities that drive their competitive spirit.

22 FL Cities With The Most New Businesses: Study

Florida and other Southern states rank high for new businesses, a study said. 22 FL cities are on a list of most new businesses per capita.

Officials Warn Of Fire Risks In Electric Vehicles That Ian Flooded With Salt Water

In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, first responders in Southwest Florida are concerned about a new threat: electric vehicles catching fire.

Val Demings Pans Marco Rubio's Ad Campaign Against Her As “Ridiculous," Longs For Upcoming Debate

The one debate in the race for the U.S. Senate in Florida takes place Tuesday night, and Democrat Demings says she's looking forward to it.

Voting Rights Groups Send Election Officials Guides To Ensure Poll Worker Security

Concerned about “rogue” poll workers, two voting rights groups sent guides to election officials in Florida this week.

"What Has Ron DeSantis Done To Help Us?" In Wake Of Ian Cataclysm, The Lincoln Project Answers "Nothing"

According to the political group, DeSantis "has been too busy running for president to do his job" to help those struggling in Florida.

Lee County Schools On The Mend, But Some May Need ‘Temporary' Campuses

Hard-hit counties in Southwest Florida are working to get their schools reopened, so students can finally return to classrooms.

9% Social Security Raise Will Boost FL Recipients’ Checks

Nearly 4 million Florida residents will see a nearly 9 percent bump in Social Security benefits next year to offset rising inflation.

Advocates In Fla., Want A Refugee Program Based On Ukraine Model For Venezuelans

Venezuelan-American groups in Florida and across the country are calling on the Biden administration to adopt such a program.

FL Disaster Fund Gives $2 Million To First Responders Recovering From Ian Damage

The Florida Disaster Fund will donate $2 million to help first responders in the Hurricane Ian disaster zone get a headstart on recovery.

DeSantis Orders Voting Changes In Light Of Hurricane Ian's Disruptions

DeSantis has loosened voting regulations in the counties most damaged by Hurricane Ian to account for disruptions to polling locations.

Treasury Department Investigating DeSantis's Asylum-Seeker Airlift To Martha's Vineyard

The U.S. Treasury Department is investigating Florida's use of interest on federal COVID relief aid to finance DeSantis's airlift.