Man Fleeing ICE In FL Killed By Semi-Truck: Reports

The death of a Mexican man fleeing immigration agents in FL is the third ICE-related death in one week.

Major Pizza Chain To Close Up To 50 Stores: See FL Location

The parent company's CEO cited an "extremely competitive" pizza space in the U.S.

Your Dog’s Name May Be More Popular Than You Think In FL

Here's a look at the most popular dog names in Florida and how they stack up with other states.

Housing Bill Becomes Law Without Trump's Signature

Trump, in his post, targeted the SAVE America Act.

Winning $2M Mega Millions Ticket Sold In FL, Jackpot Grows To $637M

While there was no jackpot winner in Friday night's drawing, the ticket sold in Florida matched all five white balls.

Diarrhea Parasite Outbreak In FL: 7 Things To Know And What To Do

Here's what you should know in Florida about the ongoing outbreak of cyclosporiasis.

How FL Taxes Beer, Wine And Spirits, And How Those Industries Help Main Street

Here's a closer look at the economic impact of Florida's alcohol industry.

Federal Court Nixes Challenge By Byron Donalds, GOP College Groups To '20 Census

A three-judge panel originally dismissed the case in February and rejected it again Tuesday, this time with prejudice.

FL Families Can Earn Free Pizza Through Summer Reading Program

The annual literacy initiative is open to families with children in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade.

FL's Best Private Companies Ranked: See Who Made TIME's List

Florida is home to more than two dozen of the nation's top private companies

Popular Fast-Casual Chain To Open 60 Restaurants, Focus On FL Growth

The restaurant is known for its made-to-order burgers, shoestring fries and frozen custard.

Another Amendment 3 Challenge, Filed By Bipartisan Pair Of Former Legislators

Claim: Ballot language for property tax cut ‘contains nothing more than political talking points.’

Woman Killed In 'Bizarre' FL Alligator Attack Is 31-Year-Old CA Native: Reports

The alligator had performed a “death roll” on the 31-year-old, violently spinning her, according to The Sacramento Bee.

Goodbye Eight And Hello Nine

We cover immigration, health care, education, environmental, and other issues that shape Floridians’ lives.

FL Lightning Strikes: Man Killed In SWFL; Deputy, Mayoral Candidate Struck

In lightning strikes across FL over the July 4 weekend, a man was killed and 5 people injured, including a deputy and a mayoral candidate.

DeSantis Announces CAIR As A Domestic Terrorist Group Under New Law

He tried an earlier executive order, but a federal judge blocked it. DeSantis never mentioned Sharia Law once during his press conference.

'Trump Account' Stocks For Kids Launch Saturday: What You Need To Know In FL

Here's what to know before "Trump Accounts" hit the market July 4.

Bassmaster Ranks 7 FL Hot Spots Among SE's Best Bass Fishing Destinations

Florida has placed seven fisheries in Bassmaster Magazine's 2026 Southeastern Division Best Bass Lakes rankings.

Public Universities Face Escalating Involvement From State Lawmakers

“What was really surprising … is the lack of knowledge that most of our faculty leaders had about the decision,” said Jennifer Brooks.

Parasite Outbreak Sickens People In 17 States, Including FL

Federal health officials are trying to identify the source of a foodborne parasite illness that has sickened people in 17 states.

DeSantis Vetoes $1.7B From His Eighth — And Final — State Budget As Governor

‘What he was really signaling is that he didn’t get his way, therefore he was taking his marbles and going home, and that’s not fair.’

$1M Bond Set For Lions Cornerback Terrion Arnold In Kidnapping And Assault Case

A Florida judge set a $1 million bond Monday for Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold, who accused of kidnapping and assault.

Woman Killed, Child Injured In FL Gator Attacks

Three significant gator attacks have been reported In FL within one week, leaving one person dead and two injured.

SPLC Reacts To DeSantis Veto Of Measure Allowing Student Volunteers At Poll Places

Governor cites civil rights organization as his reason to reject a bill unanimously approved by the Legislature.

Florida Closes 'Alligator Alcatraz' Immigration Detention Center

The "Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention center has permanently closed, according to Governor Ron DeSantis.

Orange County Man Who Murdered Wife Set To Be FL's 9th Execution Of The Year

An Orange County man convicted of fatally stabbing his wife decades ago is set to be executed Thursday evening.

Major Housewares Brand Expanding In FL: Find Out Where

The stores fall under a new format and are integrated with a home organization retailer that the brand is acquiring.

FL Attorney Announces Winning Name In Contest for New Third Political Party

Attorney John Morgan said the new political party's naming contest drew more than 35,000 submissions from across the U.S.

Trader Joe's Opens 6 New Stores, Plans Underway For 9 More — Including In FL

The California-based grocery chain is continuing to expand.

2 FL Inmates Charged For Alleged Detention Center Escape Plan: Sheriff

Investigators said two FL inmates damaged a cell, gathered tools and allegedly planned an escape with outside help.

Rainbow River Snorkeler Hospitalized In Alligator Attack: FL Sheriff

A 19-year-old snorkeler was hospitalized after being bitten by an alligator in the Rainbow River, a report said.

Flesh-Eating Fly Returns To U.S.: What To Know In FL

FL residents are being urged to keep an eye on pets and livestock after federal officials confirmed new U.S. cases of New World Screwworm

Florida Still Owes $603 Million On Immigration Enforcement Contracts

60% of the bills for detention camps remain unpaid.

RFK Jr. Orders FL Woman Exposed To Hantavirus To Remain Quarantined

Despite a CDC reviewer telling her she could go home, RFK, Jr. ordered a FL woman exposed to hantavirus to remain quarantined in NE.

Local Election Officials Reel Over ‘Logistical Nightmare' Of Trump's Vote-By-Mail Order

Trump’s executive order restricting voting by mail threatens to undermine local election preparations.

Fitness Studio Chain Shutters Locations Nationwide, Including In FL

The closures come after it was announced earlier this month that the company's CEO was leaving.

FL Companies Ranked Among Newsweek's 'America's Greatest Workplaces'

Here's a look at where companies in the Sunshine State were ranked on Newsweek's annual list of "America's Greatest Workplaces."

Relentless Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation Driving A Family Out Of State

Idaho became the first state in the nation to implement this kind of ban, which prohibits transgender athletes in girl’s and women’s sports.

Major Pizza Chain Shutters Locations Nationwide, Including In FL

Over 40 locations have closed so far in 2026, according to a recent analysis by Fast Company.

Florida Court Allows Use Of New US House Districts Drawn By Republicans For Midterm Elections

The Florida Supreme Court has allowed new U.S. House districts drawn by Republicans to be used in the midterm elections.