Democrat Charles Smith and Republican Carol Whitmore have won seats on the county commission.
It’s estimated to be the nation’s most expensive.
Officials in South Florida voted in favor of the notion of splitting the state in two.
He prefers the idea of a travel ban.
He’s asking supporters to chip in $1 or more to help close a fundraising gap.
Republican Yinka Adeshina ran against Gov. Rick Scott in the 2014 primary.
When state, local and federal taxes are combined, Sunshine State residents pay a 22.38 percent tax rate.
Sarasota County Commissioners gave their approval Wednesday.
What do you think are the major issues facing Florida today?
County Commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday to move ahead with plans to create the park, which could cost up to $20 million to build.
After a deadly summer of children left in hot cars, a mother is calling on a government fix. What do you think?
Gov. Rick Scott has an advantage over Democratic contender Charlie Crist.
Tampa Bay area voters head to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots in the partisan primaries.
Florida voters have the final say on Amendment 2 during the Nov. 4 election.
Rick Scott signed into law Florida’s new congressional map, replacing a prior map ruled to be illegal in a July court judgment.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is considering a move that would make hunting with silencers legal.
Members of the Florida House and Senate begin a week-long session Thursday to redraw congressional boundaries ruled illegal.
District redrawing could delay primary and general elections.
The latest ruling came out of Broward County.
Members of the Florida's House of Representatives will return to Tallahassee this week to modify the state's congressional boundaries.
With more courthouse victories for gays and lesbians, is it time for a final decision?
The Democratic gubernatorial candidate has vowed to sign five orders on day one of his administration, if elected.
A new poll released by Quinnipiac University also shows many voters would approve legalizing recreational marijuana use.
An error was made and now workers are being asked to pony up.
Florida Department of Health Officials say the case was contracted in the Dominican Republic, but express concerns about the potential for the mosquito-borne illness spreading here.
With the economical benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?
A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.
Officials are alerting Bradenton residents of a possible contamination for the potable water due to a water main break or loss of pressure.
As politicians in Washington debate the issue, we want to hear from you Tampa Bay!
Starting tomorrow, more than 50 Manatee County building permit and inspection fees will be reduced by 10 percent.
A new report issued by the United Nations says we are. What do you think?
New rates that go into effect next week may soak budgets with policies that cost as much as $20,000 a year.
Reports are showing that Tampa Bay area residents will pay less for coverage under Obamacare than their counterparts in Orlando and elsewhere. But, are the rates affordable?
The City of Bradenton has closed 18th Avenue West between Freedom Village and 68th Street West to repair a street washout from the recent heavy rainfall.
A resurfacing project is underway on SR 64 from Carlton Arms Boulevard to West I-75; the undertaking requires the temporary closure of the inside lanes on eastbound and westbound SR 64.
The Manatee County Tax Collector is offering residents a new way to access their services via smartphone.
Will you give it to him?
Florida Senator Jeff Brandes, R-St. Petersburg, has filed a bill that would see the red light cameras become a thing of the past. Do you agree with him?