Is DeSantis “Scared” To State His Stance On An All-Out Abortion Ban?

"Now I will say that Governor Ron DeSantis is scared," said Democratic Rep. Eskamani, regarding DeSantis's indecisive stance.

‘Stay Woke Go Vote': Florida Black Caucus Launches Campaign To Empower Voters

The Black delegation in the Fla., Legislature and activists are doubling down efforts to empower Floridians to vote in upcoming elections.

FL Travel Rebounds To Highest Level Since COVID Pandemic Began: AAA

The pain at gas pumps doesn't seem to be causing many vacation cancelations for Floridians, especially for those traveling by car, AAA says.

Florida Hospital Safety Grades 2022: The Best And Worst

Safety grades by the health care watchdog group Leapfrog for 2022 show over 60 FL hospitals got an A, while 1 got an F during the pandemic.

Gas Price Pain Could Worsen At The Pump In Florida: AAA

A combination of factors like summer travel and lack of gasoline supplies are contributing to high prices at the pump.

Semantics And Rhetoric: U.S. Sen. Rubio Targets Abortion Access And Transgender Health Care

U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida is tying anti-transgender rhetoric to efforts to ban abortions, according to new legislation he's filed.

11th Circuit Frees Florida To Enforce Limits On Voter Registration, Ballot Drop Boxes

A federal appeal court has blocked enforcement of a trial judge's ruling striking down key elements of a voting-restrictions law.

Florida Companies Are Offering To Pay Travel Expenses For Employees Seeking Abortions

Following threats to abortion access, private businesses across the country have launched efforts to ensure employees have abortion care.

One Reviewer Finds Possible Critical Race Theory Among Thousands Of Pages Of Math Texts Reviewed -- Report

The Department of Education posted complaints that arose during its review of 132 math texts; there's little to support DeSantis's theories.

Florida's Best Public High Schools: 2022 Rankings Released

Niche.com released its 2022 rankings of the best public high schools in the country, and Florida is on the list. See the best in the state.

CDC Report: Booster Doses Offer Better Protection Against Omicron Among Nursing Home Residents

Nursing home residents in Florida were protected more against infection with the omicron variant by receiving booster shots.

Search Begins For Next Fla., Supreme Court Justice: Hot-Button Cases Wait In The Wings

The process has begun to fill the vacancy left on the Florida Supreme Court by the retirement on April 29 of Justice Alan Lawson.

Mother's Day 2022 Restaurant Specials, Freebies In Florida

Plan to wine and dine Mom on Mother's Day? Check out what FL restaurants are offering Sunday, May 8, for on-site dining and to-go deals.

Eta Aquariids Peak Over FL; Eclipse Coming Mid-May

The Eta Aquariid meteor shower is at its peak in Florida Friday. Plus, here's when to see a lunar eclipse and more celestial shows in May.

Charlie Crist Vows To Veto “Any Anti-Choice Legislation,” If Elected As Florida Governor

U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist on Wednesday vowed to protect access to abortion care using veto authority if necessary, during a speech in Tampa.

Florida's New Abortion Ban May Require Women To Drive Hundreds, Nearly Thousands Of Miles For Abortion

A 15-week abortion ban in Florida takes effect July 1 and the highest court in the nation has signaled its support for overturning the case.

DeSantis: Leaked U.S. Supreme Court Document On Abortion Is A “Huge Breach”

As protesters across Fla., rallied to uphold abortion rights, DeSantis Wednesday reiterated the Roe leak "was a huge breach of protocol."

Fla., Democrats Denounce Leaked Abortion Opinion; GOP Denounces The Leak Itself

Here's a reaction roundup from Florida's political leaders to the Politico publication of a draft U.S. Supreme Court ruling overturning Roe:

Could Florida's Special Legislative Session In Late May Include A Broader Abortion Ban?

Florida House Democrats said they would “not be surprised” to see a broader abortion ban come up in an upcoming May special session.

Protesters Gather At The Florida Supreme Court Steps In Support Of Abortion Rights

More than 100 gathered on the steps of the Florida Supreme Court building in the state capital to rally in support of upholding Roe v. Wade.

$5K Reward Offered To Find Florida 'Dolphin Killer'

In March, investigators found a nursing dolphin impaled with a "spear-like object" on a Florida beach.

Florida Plane Crash: 2 Officers Killed, 2 Others Seriously Injured

Lt. Randy McCroan and Steve Mears Jr., a former law enforcement officer, were killed in the crash Tuesday night.

Policy Changes Regarding Opioid Overdoses And Seizures Coming To Fla., Schools

New school health procedures are headed to Florida's districts to address student opioid overdoses or seizures while in school.

Florida KFC Worker Stole Customers’ Card Info To Shop Online: Sheriff

Florida detectives said Markquerva Lumar made thousands of dollars of online purchases after stealing customers' credit card info.

FL Mom Leaves Sleeping Toddler On Sidewalk While In Nightclub: Sheriff

A Florida woman’s night at the club landed her behind bars after deputies said her 3-year-old toddler was found asleep on a sidewalk.

DeSantis Trashes Press Association, Says 'No Thanks' To A Twitter Move To Florida

Gov. Ron DeSantis rejected talk of luring Twitter to Florida after Elon Musk takes control of the company.

Florida Tax Watchdog Finds $281 Million In ‘Budget Turkeys' Added To 2022-23 Budget

A state budget organization identified $281 million in “budget turkeys” in the 2022-23 budget, defined as items "not fully scrutinized."

Charlie Crist Racking Up Endorsements In FL Democratic Primary For Governor

U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist has been picking up endorsements from Florida Senate Democrats, including Bobby Powell of Palm Beach County.

Alan Lawson Retiring From Fla., Supreme Court As Balance Should Not Shift Much

Justice Alan Lawson has announced his retirement from the Florida Supreme Court, effective Aug. 31.

Florida Republicans' Attacks On Voting Rights Lead To Arrest Of Homeless Black Man, Report States

Kelvin Bolton's sister called him "gullible" and "impressionable," possibly mentally ill, the report states.

DeSantis's Comments on 'Carrying' Called 'Absolute Nonsense' By Fried Administration

“On Jan. 6, we all watched in shock and horror as treasonous individuals attempted to overturn a legitimate election," Fried said.

Republican's Comments On Abortion Called "Ridiculous, Disgusting," She Is Eyed For Disqualification

To say they would be "less marketable as a commodity for their pimp," Democrat Grieco said of Garcia's message, "is insane."

Top 50 FL High Schools For 2022: U.S. News

U.S. News and World Report has released its 2022 rankings of Florida's best high schools. Here are the top 50 on the list.

Florida Police Find 93-Year-Old Woman's Body In Freezer

Police located the body of Marie Hoskins, 93, of Sebastian following a welfare check requested by neighbors who hadn't seen her in a while.

Mother's Day Brunch Spots: Florida Eateries Among America's Best

Seven Florida restaurants were named among the best brunch spots in the country in a new OpenTable list.

FL Kohl's Stores May Be Purchased By Competitor: Report

All Kohl's stores could be acquired by the brand's arch-rival, per a New York Post report. Here's what that means for Florida shoppers.

90-Year-Old Disabled Woman In FL Sexually Assaulted By Caretaker: Cops

Police in Florida said a nursing assistant was caught committing a sex act on an elderly patient who has dementia and is bedridden.

Antisemitic Incidents Reach Record High In U.S., Florida: Report

From hate messages during a religious ceremony to swastikas on signs, last year saw incidents of antisemitism jump in FL and nationwide.

Report Says DeSantis Behind Action To Ban Math Textbooks, "With No Actual Evidence"

Nowhere in any of the banned textbooks does DeSantis specify his reasoning why, according to PEN America, a group promoting free speech.

Democrat Crist Leaps To Disney's Defense, Criticizing DeSantis's ‘DeSanTax'

Crist, a gubernatorial candidate, says DeSantis is trying to "whip up his base" with the Disney action, veiling presidential aspirations.