New CDC Study: 96 Percent Of Public Schools Across The Nation ‘Remain Open For Full In-Person Learning'

The data collected by the FEA indicates 16 children in Florida have died from the coronavirus since July 2021.

A Milestone For Vaccinations: More Than 12 Million Fla., Residents Fully Vaccinated

The pandemic continues, but there's good news on the vaccination front: Florida is one of four big states that have reached this milestone.

Biden Administration Provides Financial Cushion To Alachua School Board After Fla., Officials Dock Pay

The award came after state education officials docked the pay of 4 Alachua County school board members who voted for a strict mask mandate.

Florida's Juvenile Detention Centers Struggle To Recruit Workers; High Turnover Rate Is Unsustainable

The state's juvenile justice department revealed workers are leaving their jobs because of low wages that cause high turnover rates.

Finally: Education Officials Release Info On Billions Of COVID-Relief Funds For Schools

Rep. Bartleman, a Democrat from Broward County, explains the process on how the school funding is procured.

‘We're Done With Fear,' Florida's New Surgeon General Insists — ‘Expiration Date. It's Done'

Ladapo fully embraced DeSantis's personal-freedom approach, as DeSantis's "rhetoric reached a new peak Tuesday" against President Biden.

Florida Correctional System Still Suffers From Staff Shortages; Officials Push For Higher Pay For Officers

Staff shortages in Florida's prison system have triggered temporary closures at correctional institutions, work camps, other facilities.

New Online Tool Lets Public Help Draw New Florida Voting District Maps

Online mapping software to let the public take part in the redrawing of Florida's electoral districts went live Wednesday.

As Travel Nurse Gigs With High Pay Become More Popular, Florida Hospitals Look To Compete

Amid nationwide challenges with nurse staffing, Florida hospitals feel threatened by nursing temp agencies' out-of-state recruitment.

Fight For Reproductive Rights At The Forefront Of Upcoming Fla., Legislative Session

Fearful the landmark Roe v. Wade decision of 1973 could change immeasurably, women lawmakers and other advocates came out in force Tuesday.

Under Warnings About Past Failures, Florida Lawmakers Launch Redistricting Efforts

A legislative process that will affect elections in Florida for years to come began under the shadow of a history lesson on what not to do.

Appeals Court Vindicates Citizens' Right To Challenge Land Developments

Plans for a Walton County land development project called Cypress Lake call for 141 residential units, including 85 single-family houses.

COVID Cases Have Dipped, But Florida Still Has More New Cases Than Any Other State

At the start of September, Florida had more than 21,000 new COVID-19 cases, according to federal data, but this week, the number dropped.

Upending Florida Statewide Exams Will Likely Be Difficult; Proposed Testing System Has Few Details

DeSantis and Commissioner Corcoran made the announcement, but there are unanswered questions on it, according to a FairTest representative.

Florida Hospital Systems Are Looking To Expand In-Home Medical Care, But Will Lawmakers Go Along?

In response to the pandemic, overwhelmed hospitals in Florida have found innovative ways to deliver health services to residents’ homes.

Gov. DeSantis Reshaped Florida's Appeals Courts; It Seems To Be Working Out For Him

DeSantis's appointments created "a relentlessly conservative cast that has paid off for the governor more than once," the report states.

Fried Urges Floridians: Demand Gov. DeSantis Seek All Federal Aid To Help Struggling Families

Gov. Ron DeSantis is letting billions in federal COVID-19 relief go unspent, as the pandemic continues and working families struggle.

DeSantis Stews About Feds' Antibody Rationing; Florida Still Has Largest Supply

Gov. Ron DeSantis is steamed about possible dwindling supplies of Regeneron's monoclonal antibody treatments for COVID-19.

The Director Of Florida's Program For Brain Damaged Infants Has Resigned

Head of Florida’s compensation program abruptly resigns.

Florida's COVID Death Toll Reaches 50,000; Only 2 Other States Have Higher Numbers

The death cases rose to 50,000 in September, illustrating the breadth of residents who died in a pandemic turmoil which continues to ravage.

Florida Still Missing Out On Billions For Public Schools; What's The Holdup?

Florida is now one of only two states in the nation that has not submitted a plan to the U.S. Department of Education.

Biden Administration Took Control Over Distribution Of Monoclonal Antibodies; Will It Impact Florida?

In Florida's state capital, the supply of monoclonal antibody therapy appears to be adequate to treat more COVID-19 patients.

New Ad: Florida Democrats Blast GOP Lawmakers For ‘Inherent Hypocrisy' When It Comes To Abortion Rights

Democratic lawmakers in Florida vow to fight for abortion access and block attempts to pass a law similar to Texas's extreme measure.

Following The Delta Surge, Florida Lawmakers Hear About The Emerging Mu Variant ‘Not Being Responsive To The Vaccine'

More COVID-19 mutations are emerging globally, including the so-called Mu variant, raising concerns from state lawmakers.

Thus Far The Only Candidate, AG Moody Files For 2022 Reelection

Attorney General Ashley Moody publicly opened her campaign for reelection next year, becoming the first and thus far only candidate.

In Maskless Ceremony, DeSantis Touts UF, Notes Desire To "Beat Alabama" This Saturday

Florida ranks no. 5 on the 2022 U.S. News and World Report ranking of public universities, and no. 28 when ranked with high-caliber schools.

Biden, DeSantis Butt Heads But Agree On This: Vaccines, Antibody Therapy Save Lives

DeSantis "has conspicuously declined federal orders" to send COVID search-response teams to Fla., with supplies and personnel to help.

U.S. Department Of Education Opens Investigation On Florida's Mask Policies And Possible Violations Of Federal Law

It occurs following a court decision allowing Florida education officials to continue penalizing school districts with strict mask mandates.

Florida Has Seen A Downward Trend In Hospitalizations For COVID-19

Florida hospitals experienced an influx of patients during the past month due to COVID-19 and the more contagious Delta variant.

DeSantis Gets A Win: Appeal Court Allows Mask Policy That Lets Parents Decide

A state appeal court has freed the DeSantis administration to punish school districts that insist on strict face-masking policies.

Florida Prison Officer Sentenced For Assaulting Young Inmates In Broom Closet

Former Florida prison officer Terrance Reynolds, convicted of assaulting young inmates at a South Florida prison, was sentenced this week.

DeSantis Finds A Friendly Reception During DeFuniak Event, But No Hard Questions

If the governor holds a news conference and doesn't take questions from the press, is it really a news conference?

As Florida Sees A Drop In COVID Infections, Daily Cases Remain The Highest In U.S.

Despite this recent decline, federal health officials released data showing infections have increased to 13,774, up from 10,162.

Texas's Restrictive Abortion Law Triggers Fla., Demonstrations; Abortion Advocates Deliver Petition To Senate President

Advocates for women's reproductive rights warned state lawmakers Thursday they are prepared to fight for abortion access in Florida.

DeSantis Loses Again In Lawsuit Over His Schools Mask-Mandate Policy, Waits On Appeals Court Ruling

A state trial judge has cleared Fla., school districts to enforce mask mandates until a state appeals court rules if DeSantis has authority.

‘Pro-Life' DeSantis Hasn't Committed To Following Texas Example On Abortion

The U.S. Supreme Court acquiesced in Texas's de facto ban on abortions, prompting DeSantis to weigh his pro-life options and his next step.

Global Report: Florida Is Among The Top States For Mass Incarceration

Florida and a dozen other states imprison people at the highest rates in the world, without demonstrating that incarceration reduces crime.

After State Docked Pay From Board, Broward Pushes DeSantis To Stop Sitting On Billions For Schools

While officials withheld salaries of Broward County School Board members due to strict mask mandates, the district called on DeSantis.

FL Students Now Have 1 To 2 Minutes Of Silence To Start Their Day — But Will It Make A Difference?

Astatula Elementary School in Central Florida's Lake County had a daily moment of silence in place long before a new law demanded it.

Unfazed By Continued Legal Battle, Some School Districts Are Standing By Their Strict Mask Mandates

School districts will continue to impose strict mask mandates, even though a key court ruling was appealed and the legal battle goes on.