Legislature Poised To Allow Fantasy Sports Betting In Principle, But Not In Fact — At Least, Not This Year

There won't be legal online fantasy sports betting in Florida anytime soon — at least, it looks unlikely this year.

Another Federal Lawsuit Claims Florida's New Election Reforms Attack Voting Rights Of Black And Latino Residents

Voting rights and civil rights groups including UnidosUS, Equal Ground Education Fund, and Faith in Florida filed the legal challenge.

Gaming Compact Appeared To Open The Door For Teens 18+ To Play Fantasy Sports, But Lawmakers Are Closing It

In several states, 18, 19 and 20-year-olds play fantasy sports, but lawmakers in Florida are pushing back, instead setting a minimum age.

Fla., Legislature's Special Session On Gambling Advances But Exposes Squeamishness

It occurred just before his panel voted Monday to advance legislation connected to DeSantis' big gambling deal.

Fla., Legislature Opens Gambling Special Session By Nixing Possibility Of Online Casino Games Statewide

In the first day of a special legislative session on gambling in Florida, a big part of the deal appears to have been taken off the table.

‘Don't Mess With Bingo'; Senators Are Cold To Rule Changes Amid Gambling Reforms

Changes in state rules over Bingo games in Florida may have hit a dead end Monday.

Advocates Want To Boost Resources For The 24-Hour Hotline In Fla., To Respond To Gambling Addiction

Expanding gambling in Florida, including legal sports betting and other casino games, would require additional resources.

On Tax Day 2021, ‘People's Budget' Calls For Tax Reform To Help Struggling Floridians

It's from a progressive coalition of workers, retirees, unions, social-service advocates, small business owners, and policy experts.

Amid Final Stretch Of 2020-21 School Year, Districts May Change Mask Protocols After New CDC Guidance

Florida school districts are reconsidering mask protocols following an update this week from federal health officials.

Gov. DeSantis Doubles Down On Clemency For COVID Ordinance Violations

DeSantis has interceded again to block criminal sanctions for people who violated local social-distancing and mask mandates.

Landing Gambling Expansion Will Be Complicated; Legislation Offers Glide Path, With Turbulence Still Ahead

Florida could allow sports betting via cellphone from Key West to Pensacola; getting there will require building an elaborate bureaucracy.

Ralph Turlington, Former Commissioner Of Education And Force In Florida Politics, Dies At 100

Ralph D. Turlington, former speaker of the Florida House and Education Commissioner, died Friday at the age of 100.

As FL Considers Casino Expansion, Advocates Want To Protect Against ‘Problem Gambling'

In Tallahassee gathering, lawmakers are expected to express fear that legalized gambling could spur addiction, especially among the young.

Gaming Compact: Lawmakers Brace For High-Stakes Session With $2.5 Billion On The Line

Some 70 state lawmakers, reporters, and other interested parties were schooled this week on “a spiderweb” of gambling laws in Florida.

FSU President Candidates: Several Fla., Names, But So Far Only One Woman

With FSU president John Thrasher stepping down soon, Florida State University is looking at nine candidates for its next president.

Congratulations, Lee Virtual Grad Shaylee Sam

Before this year's graduates head on to that next step in their lives, we want to take a moment to let their stars shine here on Patch.

Florida-Native Grind Creations Makes a Splash on Social App LIVIT

The influencer finds success in a new and innovative realm

Censorship Or Misinformation?

DeSantis and YouTube spar over coronavirus roundtable takedown.

Husband Kills Wife, Buries Body In Boynton Beach Backyard: Report

Roberto Colon, 66, murdered his 44-year-old wife, told investigators she was “swimming with fishes,” reports said.

Trump Brothers Asking $49M To Sell FL Family Home | Patch PM

Bear contact | Trumps to sell FL home | Drone video of sharks | Spring break safety pledge | K9 mourned | Overdose death charges: Patch PM

Blues Brothers-Like Bridge Jump Starts Bike Week In Daytona Beach

"Shenanigans." Video of a motorcyclist's risky move over the Main Street drawbridge was shared by Daytona Beach's police chief.

Watch: Drone Video Shows Blacktip Sharks Migration In Palm Beach

A spearfisherman and underwater photographer filmed dozens of blacktip sharks in the waters off Singer Island in Palm Beach County.

'Forget Your Purse, Let's Go': Florida Rescue Captured On Video

Deputies saved a 73-year-old woman from a sinking car. Their body cameras filmed the harrowing rescue.

Third Coronavirus Stimulus Checks: What FL Residents Can Expect

The U.S. Senate will debate a $1.9 trillion relief bill that helps families, states, and the unemployed. Here's what it means for Florida.

Skip Spring Break In FL, Go To Vegas: City Official | Patch PM

Super Bowl spreads virus | Honoring first Black MLB coach | Spelling bee champ | Go to Vegas for spring break | Search for robbers: Patch PM

Skip Florida, Go To Vegas Instead: City Leader To Spring Breakers

Popular spring break destinations in Florida are cracking down on raucous gatherings and potential superspreader events.

175K J&J COVID Vaccines Expected In FL This Week | Patch PM

Coping with a year of COVID | Author bashes DeSantis, Trump | J&J shots coming | Billions in farm loans | Scammers pose as sheriff: Patch PM

Whole Foods Market Finally Coming To Major FL City | Patch PM

Worst house on block | Whole Foods Market coming | Strawberry Festival preview | Man dies chasing golf ball | Sheriff, QAnon meet: Patch PM

Confederate Symbols Removed From Florida In 2020

A Southern Poverty Law Center report said more than 100 Confederate monuments and symbols have been removed in several states, including FL.

Wawa Data Breach: Payout FL Customers Could Receive

In 2019, Wawa suffered a massive breach of FL customer data. Now, a proposed settlement could lead to a $9 million payout to those affected.

CPAC Speakers Fan Disinformation, Conspiracy Theories

Donald Trump is slated to speak Sunday, but was present in spirit in the form of a large golden statue erected in a merchandise show booth.

No Tip Send Domino's Driver Into Rage: Video | Patch PM

Gator watches PGA golfer | Sheriff unaware of QAnon | Pizza driver enraged by no tip | $2M lottery wins | Child abuse arrest: Patch PM

How To Get The Coronavirus Vaccine In Florida

Struggling to figure out where and when you can get the coronavirus vaccine in Florida? Patch has some answers.

Pro-Trump Miami Springs Doctor Charged With Hate Crime: Report

A Mount Sinai Medical Center anesthesiologist faces a hate crime charge after attacking a Hispanic man at a Hialeah Publix, reports said.

DeSantis Speaks To Maskless Crowd At Palm Beach Hotel: Report

Palm Beach County is investigating the Hilton Palm Beach Airport Hotel after Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke to mostly maskless crowd there Friday.

Author Slams DeSantis, FBI Threat, Mail-In Ballots: Nearby News

Top FL news includes school threat, honors for a fallen deputy, mail-in ballots, . How to share your news, events.

FL Woman Chugging Cinnamon Whiskey Threatens FBI | Patch PM

Gun-toting whiskey-drinker | Author King slams DeSantis | Mail-in ballots targeted | Rays celebrate with fans | Best hospitals: Patch PM

Boca Raton Woman Charged With Threatening To Kill FBI Agents

Suzanne Kaye, known as “ANGRY Patriot Hippie,” swigs cinnamon Jack Daniel’s, threatens to shoot agents in profanity-laden video.

15 Florida Hospitals Ranked Among 2021’s Best

A new ranking by Healthgrades evaluates the top 50, 100 and 250 hospitals in America. These Florida hospitals made the list.

Four Federal Vaccination Sites To Open In Florida: DeSantis

Federally run vaccination sites will open March 3 in Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando and Tampa.