FL Owner Offers $10K Reward For Puppy's Safe Return Home

Kayce, a 6-month-old female Saint Bernard in Vero Beach, has been missing since June 4, according to her owner.

Amid Trump's Post-Election Intimidation Campaign, DeSantis Says, "I Would Just Urge Everyone, Donate To (Trump's) Legal Relief"

It occurred during the partisan turbulence of the 2020 presidential campaign.

Ex-FL Gubernatorial Candidate Andrew Gillum Faces 21-Count Indictment

Andrew Gillum, the former Democratic opponent of Gov. Ron DeSantis, has been charged with conspiracy, wire fraud and making false statements

National Education Data: More Students With Disabilities Served Over Past Decade In Public Schools

The percentage of public school students with disabilities increased over the decade, with children, teens, and young adults getting help.

Monkeypox Infections In Florida In Double Digits, With Cases In Five Counties In South And Central Florida

Monkeypox infections in Florida have climbed to 16 in five counties, moving from South Florida to the central part of the state.

2 Florida Counties Among Healthiest Communities In 2022: U.S. News

These Florida counties are among the healthiest communities in the United States, according to a new ranking by U.S. News & World Report.

Juneteenth Federal Holiday: "Racism And Slavery Are A Part Of History," But It Is Not A State-Paid Holiday In Fla.

A year ago, President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth law declaring a legal public holiday annually on June 19,

Alimony: Allies And Foes Wage Fevered Campaigns To Have DeSantis Sign Or Veto Overhaul

The years-long battle over whether to overhaul permanent alimony and child-custody laws in Florida reached fever pitch last week.

DeSantis Views Colombian Election As Part Of A ‘Marxist' Wave In Latin America

Gov. Ron DeSantis delved into foreign policy Monday by lamenting the election of leftist Gustavo Petro as president of Colombia.

‘Chaos And Confusion' Over Youngest Kids' COVID Vaccines; DeSantis Defends State's Decision

Controversy over COVID-19 vaccines for young children continues in Florida.

FL Man Credits Pregnant Pooch For $2M Lottery Win

Leonard Linton, 42, of Pinetta said he plans to use some of his lottery winnings to buy Ivy, his pregnant dachshund, a new kennel.

Bear Shows Up At FL Sheriff's Office, Camps Out In Tree

The sheriff's office said there has been an increase in bear sightings in the area.

Over A Century, Only 45 Women Have Been Governors, And Florida Still Isn't On The List

In all of the nation's history, only a few dozen women have assumed the governor's office in their states. Florida is not one of them.

White House Says DeSantis Has Reversed Course, Now Ordering COVID Vaccines For Children Under 5

DeSantis Thursday was still refusing to order COVID-19 vaccines from the federal government, for the country's youngest children.

In Seeking To Probe "Illegal Immigration," DeSantis Continues Putative Presidential Campaigning

DeSantis launched an election-year crusade against illegal immigration Friday, and, again without evidence, attacked President Biden.

Summer Solstice 2022 Arrives Tuesday: Things To Do In Florida

Summer 2022, which officially begins Tuesday with the June solstice, means time at the beach, for many in fl.

'The Water Exploded': Gator Attacks, Eats Florida Man's Dog

Florida Fish and Wildlife ultimately found the gator, which was over 9 feet long. The pup's remains were returned to the owner.

U.S. Trial Judge Nixes Florida Caps On Donations For Citizen Initiatives

A federal judge in N. Florida Wednesday struck down 2 Republican-backed laws that critics said would unfairly limit the rights of citizens.

Monkeypox Outbreak: Cases Climb To 9 In Florida; Health Officials To Decide On Public Health Emergency

With monkeypox expanding in the United States and globally, Florida has climbed to nine cases, according to the state Department of Health.

Florida's Insurer Of Last Resort Faces Hurricane Season With Shortfall Of Re-Insurance Coverage

Like private insurers, Florida's state-run property insurance corporation has been unable to acquire all the reinsurance coverage it needs.

As Fla., Monkeypox Outbreak Expands, Elsewhere, Health Experts Weigh In On How Virus Is Transmitted

While federal and state health officials monitor rising monkeypox cases, they have more to learn about how the virus is transmitted.

Biden Directs Federal Agencies To Protect LGBTQI+ Rights Under Attack By DeSantis, GOP-Led States

In Florida, "already vulnerable groups" hurt by DeSantis's actions are "further marginalized," the report states.

EPA: ‘Forever Chemicals' More Toxic Than First Thought; At Least 87 Fla., Sites Deemed Contaminated

It centers on 2 kinds of toxic “forever chemicals” found in drinking water after decades of use in consumer products and certain industries.

With Police Officers Tortured And Killed, DeSantis Instead Blames "N.Y. Media" For Proliferating Jan. 6

DeSantis chose instead to tout a Republican victory in South Texas, while parrying questions of substance on Jan. 6.

Father’s Day 2022 Deals Near Me: Where To Find Them In Florida

Leave the cooking to someone else this Father’s Day. These Florida restaurants are offering great deals for the whole family.

COVID Vaccines Should Be Given To FL Kids Under 5: FDA Advisers

An FDA panel said the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are safe and effective for young FL children, and recommended the shots be authorized.

Six Federalists, Including Renatha Francis, In Contention For Florida Supreme Court Seat

The report indicates the finalists are all part of a group that prepares "young attorneys for places in the conservative legal movement."

Protests Against Gun Violence Spread Across Florida And The Nation: What Will Come From It?

They occurred one day after GOP lawmakers in the Legislature blocked a special session on expanded gun restrictions.

State Sen. Taddeo Endorses Charlie Crist For Governor; Fried Lays Out 19-Point Policy Platform

With just 10 weeks before the 2022 Democratic gubernatorial primary, following are reports and views from Florida Democrats' camps.

Fla., Congressional Delegation Isn't Saying Much On Hearing On Jan. 6 Insurrection, But, Later, Democrat Murphy Shreds Trump

Monday was the second hearing of the House select committee investigating the deadly Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S Capitol.

U.S. Senate Candidate Val Demings Touts Law Enforcement Background In First TV Campaign Ad

With law-and-order one of many issues in the U.S. Senate race, U.S. Rep. Val Demings outlined her extensive background in the field.

FL Teen Electrocuted After Stepping On Downed Power Lines After Crash

A 17-year-old teen boy died after leaving his car and stepping on downed lines after striking a power pole, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Florida Congresswoman On Jan. 6 Panel: Defend American Democracy Or ‘We Could Lose It'

One concept that will be weighed is whether consideration can be given to possibly prosecuting the twice-impeached Trump, reports indicate.

DeSantis Lowers Flags In Commemoration Of Pulse Massacre

Flags over state and local facilities flew at half staff Sunday under a proclamation DeSantis issued to commemorate the tragic event.

Florida Democrats Say Call For Gun Violence Special Session ‘Fell On Deaf Ears' Amid Nationwide Protests

The special session was set, as there has been nationwide attention on gun policies following several recent mass shootings.

29,000 Florida Lives Could Have Been Saved With COVID Vaccines: Study

While 71 percent of Floridians are fully vaccinated, the study shows that about 29,200 lives could have been saved with COVID-19 shots.

Florida Supreme Court Considers Whether Local Officials, Or State Lawmakers, May Regulate Guns

An attorney representing local governments and officials urged the Florida Supreme Court Thursday to block enforcement of penalties.

Fla., Democrats Pursuing A Special Session Are Not Proposing An Outright Ban On Assault Weapons

Florida Democrats pushing for a special session on gun restrictions said they would not propose the outright banning of assault weapons.

Everglades: DeSantis Vetoes Pet Project Of Fla., Senate President, Who Is Ag. Commissioner Candidate

DeSantis announced Wednesday he has vetoed Senate Bill 2508, an Everglades-related pet project of outgoing Senate President Simpson.

Cases Of Serious Bacterial Illness -- Monkeypox -- On The Rise In Fla., And Elsewhere

Cases of a serious and sometimes deadly infection known as meningococcal disease continue to climb in Florida, with 39 people infected.