So-Called "Civics Training" Seen As DeSantis's Smuggling Of "White Christian Nationalism Into Public School Curriculums"

A non-profit organization is concerned DeSantis's new "civics-education training" model may push Christian nationalism and indoctrination.

July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks In Florida

Patch has your guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations across the Tampa-St. Pete region in 2022.

Stores, Restaurants Open On July 4, 2022 In Florida

Check if your favorite restaurant or retailer in Florida will be open for last-minute pickups and menus this Independence Day.

World UFO Day: See What’s Been Spotted In Florida Skies

The National UFO Reporting Center keeps track of sightings reported by the public. See what people in Florida have said they've seen.

Florida Gas Prices Below National Average For July 4 Weekend

While gas prices in Florida are still higher than Independence Day Weekend last year, the state's average is lower than it was a week ago.

Ban On Hand-Held Signs Very Likely Violates First Amendment, U.S. Appeals Court Rules

A Fort Myers Beach street preacher is entitled to an injunction against a town ordinance that prohibits the display of portable signs.

Feds Launch Vaccine Strategy For Monkeypox Outbreak As Florida Calls It "Cumbersome Protocol"

The federal government is launching a national vaccine strategy to tackle the 2022 monkeypox outbreak, which is burgeoning nationally.

Listeria Outbreak With Unknown Source Has Killed 1, Hospitalized 22

Though a food source for the outbreak is unknown, most people reported living in Florida or visiting the state prior to falling ill.

Relative Beats Shark To Free Girl Bitten While Scalloping In FL

A relative beat a shark to free a child who was bitten while scalloping in shallow Florida waters, authorities say.

For $170 Million You Can Own Florida's Most Expensive Home

The most expensive home for sale in Florida is a compound on a gate-guarded island that has never been on the market before.

EPA’s Power To Regulate FL’s Carbon Emissions Curbed By Supreme Court

Here is what Florida is doing to fight climate change.

4th Of July Travel: When’s The Best Time To Get Out Of Florida

AAA urges drivers to stay off the roads Thursday and Friday afternoons for July 4 trips. Here are the best and worst times to drive in FL.

‘It's A Scary World Right Now': Outbreaks Expanding, But Are Florida Officials Raising Much Awareness?

The Fla. Department of Health's website shows a COVID-19 treatment locator, prediabetes risk tests, a tweet on HIV testing, trending topics.

Florida's Rep. Murphy: New Jan. 6 Testimony Reveals ‘Betrayal At The Highest Levels'

“What you see is that Trump and his aides knew that there could be violence, and then did nothing to stop it," said Murphy, a Democrat.

Messaging Strategy: How Will Florida Republicans Integrate Roe V. Wade Into The Upcoming Elections?

GOP leaders in the Legislature and the governor remain mum about a special session to further restrict abortion access.

Citizens Property Insurance Gets OK To Raise Homeowner Rates 6.4 Percent, Less Than Requested

Property owners insured by Citizens Property Insurance Corp., Florida's insurer of last resort, face rate increases of up to 11 percent.

Rubio's New Video Features Claims About Former Police Chief Val Demings's “Defunding” Stance

While making the allegation in the campaign ad, Rubio does not define what "defunding" is, the report states.

Federal Court Ruling: FireTV Vs. FyreTV And A Fla., Adult-Entertainment Streaming Company's Infringement Claim

A Miami-based pornography streaming service called FyreTV can pursue its trademark-infringement case against Amazon.com, Inc.

Waiting On A Ruling: Florida's 15-Week Abortion Ban Challenge May Happen After The Law Takes Effect

A state trial judge may not rule in a legal challenge to Florida's 15-week abortion ban before the law imposing it takes effect Friday.

Free Krispy Kreme Donuts In FL For July 4: How To Get One

FL customers who wear red, white and blue receive a free donut every day through July 4 from Krispy Kreme's "I Heart America" collection.

10 Of The Best Things To Do This Summer In Florida: Photos

Looking for some summer fun? Be sure to check out this list before heading out into the heat.

Fla., Homeowners Face Still-Rising Property Insurance Premiums; Regulators Review Hefty Rate Hikes

Increases in property-insurance premiums face Florida homeowners, whose property-insurance costs already are above the national average.

New Ad: U.S. Rep. Demings Slams Marco Rubio On Abortion Ban

Following the controversial Roe v. Wade ruling, U.S. Rep. Val Demings on Monday slammed U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio in a new digital campaign ad.

Fla., Planned Parenthood Braces For Surge In Out-Of-State Patients Following Roe V. Wade Ruling

"I can't imagine. I can't imagine being in a health center and saying no," exclaimed Laura Goodhue, of a Florida Planned Parenthood group.

Longtime Fla., And NOW Lobbyist Says "We Must Organize Or Die," In Wake Of Roe Decision

This occurred hours after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the 1973 Roe v. Wade case that legalized abortion.

4th Of July 2022 Fireworks Laws: What’s Legal In Florida

As July 4 approaches, be sure to know the fireworks laws in Florida. Some cities or counties may have their own laws for fireworks.

Bipartisan Gun Violence Bill: What Passage Will Mean In Florida

Florida's senator voted against a bipartisan gun violence bill that was approved by the House, and is now headed to President Biden to sign.

FL Drivers Playing Music Too Loudly Can Be Ticketed Under New Law

According to the new Florida law, if the music from a person's car is "plainly audible​" from 25 feet away or more, they could be ticketed.

With Millions Of Women Now Imperiled, DeSantis Says Court "Answered The Prayers" Of Millions

The U.S. Supreme Court today overturned Roe V. Wade, a decision that had been upheld for nearly 50 years.

Addressing Union Workers, Fried Says She Makes DeSantis ‘Nervous' During Fla., Cabinet Meetings

DeSantis cancels Cabinet meetings, and Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried claimed she makes him nervous, because he parries "true policy."

DeSantis Sarcastically Ignores Reporter's Question On Thomas's SC Ruling On Guns, And Insults Gillum

DeSantis was described as a "liar" and "racist" by Gillum, the former mayor of Tallahassee, the report states.

DeSantis's Endorsements Called "Nonsense" By School Board Member, Designed To Make Races "Clearly Partisan"

DeSantis's intent, board member Jennifer Jenkins said, is just to stoke culture wars, the report indicates.

2020 Election: Group Of Florida Democrats Braced Themselves For Interference If Trump Lost

Florida Democrats were concerned during the 2020 campaign that if Trump lost, Republicans would cast electoral ballots for him anyway.

Jan. 6 Committee Hears Of Matt Gaetz's Fervor For Trump And Request For ‘Broad' Pardon

U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida "reportedly is under investigation for obstruction of justice," the report states.

2 Men Die While Cave Diving In Florida Spring: Sheriff

Deputies said teens saw the divers swim underwater Wednesday. One later resurfaced but was unresponsive. The other was later recovered.

Missing FL Puppy Found Dead After $10K Reward Offered For Safe Return

Kayce, a 6-month-old female Saint Bernard in Vero Beach, had been missing since June 4. Police said she possibly drowned.

At Least Seven Deaths In Fla., From Meningococcal Disease In One Of The Worst Outbreaks In U.S. History

The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported at least seven deaths among gay and bisexual men from the Florida outbreak.

Record-Breaking 18-Foot Burmese Python Captured In Florida

The female python weighed 215 pounds, was nearly 18 feet long and had 122 developing eggs, the Conservancy of Southwest Florida said.

Biden’s Federal Gas Tax Holiday: Would It Help Or Hurt Florida?

In Florida, the average price was $4.74 per gallon Thursday. The state has the seventh-lowest gas tax in the country, current data shows.

5 Planets Will Align Over Florida: Forecast, How To Watch

The planetary alignment of Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn is best seen without a telescope. See the best times to watch in FL.