by News Service of Florida | Jun 21, 2024
A new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis could grant medical-marijuana licenses to at least three additional Black farmers, who were previously deemed ineligible, as part of efforts to expand licenses within the state’s burgeoning cannabis industry. At least three...
by Caden DeLisa | Jun 20, 2024
The Florida Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that the state’s riot statute does not apply to individuals who are merely present at a violent protest without participating in or intending to support violent conduct. The Florida Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that...
by Caden DeLisa | Jun 17, 2024
Florida and 22 other states filed a legal brief opposing special counsel Jack Smith’s motion to obtain a gag order on former President Donald Trump, arguing it would violate his First Amendment rights and lacks clear guidelines. Florida, alongside 22 other states,...
by Caden DeLisa | Jun 17, 2024
Lee Health’s Board of Directors voted to transition the healthcare system from a governmental entity to a non-governmental nonprofit organization to enhance financial stability and operational flexibility, following an advisory firm’s recommendation. Lee...
by News Service of Florida | Jun 14, 2024
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts has ended its legal battle with Florida over alleged unconstitutional retaliation, following a new 15-year development agreement with the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. After reaching a development deal, Walt Disney Parks and...
by Caden DeLisa | Jun 14, 2024
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed three bills into law enhancing the privacy of public officials and contractors in Florida by expanding public records exemptions for financial information of FDOT project bidders, personal information of county and city attorneys, and personal...
