Alain Berinstain has been named director of the Florida Space Research Consortium, a statewide partnership focused on expanding space research, innovation and workforce development across Florida’s university system. Berinstain also serves as director of the Florida...

The University of Florida (UF) Board of Trustees unanimously voted Monday to appoint Dr. Stuart R. Bell as interim president, effective July 1, as the university awaits final approval of his selection as UF’s next president. Bell, who served as president of the...

Attorney General James Uthmeier on Monday signed an emergency rule immediately classifying highly concentrated 7-hydroxymitragynine, known as 7-OH, and several related compounds as Schedule I controlled substances in Florida. The rule took effect immediately and is...

Florida gas prices dropped 20 cents last week, offering some relief to drivers ahead of the Independence Day travel period, according to AAA. The state average fell to $3.63 per gallon Sunday, down from $3.83 a week earlier and $4.51 a month ago. Over the past 11...

A Florida law prohibiting 18-to-20-year-olds from concealed carrying is unconstitutional, an appeals court ruled Wednesday. The Florida Statute, which was established in 1987, disqualified law-abiding adults under age 21 from carrying a concealed firearm. Judge...

U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody leads Democrat Alex Vindman in Florida’s U.S. Senate race, according to a new poll released by the Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) Center for Political Strategy. The survey found Moody, the AIF-endorsed candidate, with 47% support among...

Florida Board of Governors Chair Alan Levine said Thursday that concerns over the University of Florida’s (UF) governance policies could delay consideration of Dr. Stuart Bell’s nomination as UF president. In a letter to Chancellor Ray Rodrigues, Levine said a review...

Florida counties could lose over $11 billion per year under the property tax relief proposal going before voters in November, according to a bill analysis. The constitutional amendment would provide a $150,000 exemption the first year and a $250,000 exemption the next...

Florida State University’s (FSU) Board of Trustees on Thursday approved a $3.22 billion operating budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, marking a 4.5 percent increase over the university’s amended $3.08 billion budget for the prior year. The spending plan includes major...

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation this week that will make it harder for some commercial properties to remain with Citizens Property Insurance Corp. when comparable private coverage is available. The bill, Senate Bill 1028, is aimed at further reducing the number...

The Florida congressional map that created four more Republican-leaning districts will remain in place for this year’s midterm elections after the state Supreme Court declined to intervene in a lawsuit alleging the map violates the state constitution. On June 10, the...

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has sued TikTok, alleging the popular social media platform committed a series of violations of Florida law by actively targeting and contracting with minors while deceiving parents about the dangers of the app. “TikTok’s...

Miami-Dade home sales rose year over year for the ninth consecutive month in May, as the county’s housing market continued to show strength despite elevated mortgage rates and affordability pressures. Total home sales increased 7.9 percent from May 2025, rising from...

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday announced a Medicaid integrity initiative aimed at tightening oversight of Florida’s Medicaid program and preventing fraud before taxpayer dollars are spent. The initiative, announced in West Palm Beach, includes enhanced provider...

Florida gas prices moved lower over the weekend after crude oil prices declined following a reported agreement between the United States and Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, according to AAA. The state average stood at $3.83 per gallon Sunday, down 12 cents from...

The Florida Supreme Court denied a challenge to new congressional maps on Wednesday. The Supreme Court was asked to intervene in the ongoing case under consideration by the First District Court of Appeal. Petitioners, including the Equal Ground Education Fund, are...

U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds holds a wide lead in the Republican primary for Florida governor, according to initial findings from a statewide poll released by the Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) Center for Political Strategy. The survey, conducted June 3-7, found...

The University of Florida Board (UF) of Trustees voted unanimously Wednesday to select Dr. Stuart R. Bell as the university’s next president, advancing his appointment to the Florida Board of Governors for final approval. Bell, who served as president of the...

Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly on Wednesday named former Congresswoman Gwen Graham as his running mate, saying the selection was intended to give voters a clear view of the leadership team he would bring to state government. Jolly announced the...

Colorado State University (CSU) hurricane researchers on Wednesday lowered their forecast for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, citing an increased likelihood that El Niño will suppress storm development during the peak months of the season. The university now...