Onions Recalled In Florida Due To Salmonella Risk

A salmonella outbreak linked to onions and products containing onions recently expanded to states including Florida.

The Nation’s 50 Governors Are In A Fierce Battle Over COVID-19 But They Can Also Face Sickness Themselves

The nation’s 50 governors have been in the forefront of the battle over COVID-19, under pressure to eradicate the disease.

Scott Slams Portland Protests As Trump Administration Defends Use Of Federal Force

U.S. Sen. Scott, Secretary Wolf, and Trump Thursday continued the Republicans' dangerous attack on Democracy in this country.

Citizenship Application Fees Nearly Double: ‘Another Form Of Voter Suppression,’ Critics Say

It is Trump's latest racist attack, as he works desperately and incoherently to attempt to get back in the presidential race.

How School Athletics Got Mixed Into A Legal Battle, COVID-19, And Reopening

DeSantis is letting his self-interest in a legal battle over educational factors obfuscate his work with the school opening.

DeSantis Cancels Quarantine Order For Travelers From New York Area, Updates Restaurant Screening

DeSantis has rescinded his requirement that travelers from the New York region enter quarantine.

A Grim Milestone: COVID-19 Infections Climb To More Than 500,000, Hitting Every Corner Of Florida

For the first time, Florida has reached the 500,000 mark in COVID-19 infections.

Top Homeland Security Official Vows Federal Agents ‘Will Not Back Away’ From Violent Protests

The Trump administration defended federal law enforcement officials, despite their violent attacks on innocent protesters.

New Report: Vote-By-Mail Fraud Is Rare And Does Not Benefit Democrats

Despite Trump’s idiotic criticisms and Republicans' misguided suggestions, the vote-by-mail method is not at all fraudulent.

DeSantis, Other Officials Try Quickly To Get Rid Of A Court Case Over Reopening Florida Public Schools

While educators and families prepare for the new school year during the COVID-19 pandemic, DeSantis tries to worm his way out of a lawsuit.

Why Is The Governor Leaving Important Environmental Posts Unfilled?

One of the trickiest jobs a governor has is picking the right people to run various state agencies.

Trump Touts Mail-In Voting In Swing State Florida

In an abrupt reversal, Trump encourages the practice in Florida while his campaign sues Nevada for its new vote-by-mail law.

Desantis Discusses COVID-19 Antibodies To Give Access To Loved Ones In Nursing Homes, But Is That Safe?

DeSantis said Tuesday family members who have COVID-19 antibodies should be able to visit nursing homes, other long-term care facilities.

Nurses Plan Multi-State Protest Over Working Conditions In COVID-19 Wards

Thousands of registered nurses across the country will participate in more than 200 protests today at hospitals in at least 16 states.

Are Any Florida Officials Responding? Faculty Union Awaits Decision On Online-Learning-Only This Semester

DeSantis refuses to respond to a sage request from the United Faculty of Florida, for all online courses this fall in the matter of safety.

Republican Senator Presses Reluctant GOP Leadership For Billions In State, Local Aid In Next Relief Deal

GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy is making a strong push to rescue ailing state and local governments in a fifth coronavirus relief bill.

Middle-School Math Teacher Krista Stanley Is The 2021 Teacher Of The Year

Krista Stanley, a sixth grade math teacher from Okeechobee County, is the 2021 Florida Department of Education Teacher of the Year.

A Female Black Judge Appeared To Be A Strong Pick For The Florida Supreme Court — Until An Unusual Fight Ensued

DeSantis has remade the Florida Supreme Court in his own, conservative Republican image. Not surprisingly, there is yet another controversy.

One Goal, One Voice? DeSantis And Fried Go Their Separate Ways With Different COVID Video Campaigns

Commissioner of Agriculture Nikki Fried announced a series of consumer awareness campaigns intending to unite Floridians.

DeSantis Seeks Quicker Turnaround On COVID-19 Test Results; Number Of Infections Nears 500,000

DeSantis Monday announced plans to reduce the turnaround time between testing and informing people of their test results.

Early Voting Opens In Some Florida Counties; Trump Opens Ad Volley Targeting Biden

Trump's ads attacking Mr. Biden were rife with brutal lies and inaccuracies.

When College Turns Into A Different Existence, ‘It Just Doesn’t Make Sense To Me’

Three students from different Florida universities offer their views on online-virtual vs. being in the classroom in the fall.

To Cover DeSantis News Conference, Reporters Had To Undergo Invasive Nasal Swab Testing For COVID

Reporters who showed up for DeSantis’ briefing on Hurricane Isaias were forced to undergo an "invasive nasal swab."

Desantis Declares State Of Emergency For 19 Counties As Hurricane Isaias Strengthens

Preparing for Hurricane Isaias as COVID-19 infections and deaths continue, Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a state of emergency for 19 counties.

Desantis Extends Foreclosure, Eviction Moratoriums For Another Month

DeSantis has extended his moratorium on rental evictions and mortgage foreclosures for a fourth time.

Confirmation In Doubt For Controversial Pentagon Nominee Tata After Senate Cancels Hearing

Anthony Tata, yet another in a long line of Trump's questionable choices, faces bipartisan backlash, and a canceled hearing.

Workers Protest End Of $600 Unemployment Supplement; Jobless In Florida Stuck With Lowest Benefit In Nation

Workers in Miami protested Friday against losing federal Unemployment Insurance benefits of $600 weekly that jobless people depend on.

DeSantis Announces Federal Aid Is On The Way To Prepare For Isaias

The Trump administration has agreed to Florida’s request for aid in preparing for Hurricane Isaias, including other expenses.

A Group Of Florida Sheriffs, Trump Acolytes, Stand By Without Face Masks As Trump Spews Baseless Insults On People And Groups

Trump's stupid, baseless, and shameful insults of Mrs. Pelosi and other fine Democrats did not deter the sycophant sheriffs.

More Than 7,000 Residents Dead From COVID-19, Spanning Every County In Florida

For the first time, Florida has reached the 7,000 mark for COVID-19 deaths by residents.

Trump Isn’t Serious About Delaying The Election. He’s Deadly Serious About Destroying Its Legitimacy

Abe Lincoln didn’t do it, and he was busy trying to hold the Union together. It is an analogy to the absurdity of Trump's latest actions.

11 Days To Get A Positive COVID-19 Test Result: ‘Why Didn’t They Call Me?’

Like thousands scared about getting COVID-19, a South Florida man had to wait six extra days to receive his result -- and it was positive.

SpaceX Return On Schedule Despite Hurricane Isaias; How To Watch

After spending two months docked at the International Space Station, the SpaceX crew heads home to Florida at 7:34 p.m. ET Saturday.

Mason-Dixon Poll Gives Democrat Joe Biden A Narrow Lead In Florida Over Trump

Biden has a 4-point lead over Trump in Fla., according to a Mason-Dixon poll; the more legitimate Quinnipiac poll has Biden up 13 points.

Amid COVID-19 Pandemic, Survey Reveals Most Nurses Do Not Feel Safe In The Workplace

Amid the global pandemic, many nurses feel unsafe in the workplace and fear they could infect their families.

House Passes Package To Rescue Child Care Industry

The House stepped in Wednesday to try to rescue the nation’s child care system from collapse under the weight of the COVID-19 pandemic.

DeSantis Sidesteps Trump’s Call To Delay November Election

DeSantis did not respond to Trump’s call to delay the Nov. 3 general election because of COVID; an unpopular call on John Lewis's day.

At Least Three Florida Lawmakers Have Tested Positive For COVID, And They Are Tweeting Their Thoughts

State Sen. Rob Bradley is the third Florida lawmaker to test positive for COVID-19, joining Rep. Randy Fine, currently sick.

DeSantis Takes A Dive In Approval Ratings, But Join The Crowd: Many Governors In The Pandemic See Declines

While 32,000 from N.Y. have died from COVID-19, its governor, Andrew Cuomo, still has a high approval rating, unlike DeSantis.

‘14,000 Attempts,' Balky Technology; Expiring Benefits Worry Workers, State Leaders

Congress is continuing to squabble over whether to extend a federal supplement to unemployment insurance, and if they do, by how much.