by The Center Square | Sep 3, 2026
Florida property owners who run short-term vacation rentals in Hillsborough County must register their rental under an ordinance passed Wednesday. The ordinance, passed unanimously by Hillsborough County commissioners, includes a $200 annual registration fee, and...
by Capitolist Staff | Sep 2, 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis has endorsed Republican gubernatorial nominee Byron Donalds in the race to succeed him, giving the congressman the backing of Florida’s term-limited governor as the campaign moves into the general election. Donalds announced the endorsement Tuesday...
by Capitolist Staff | Sep 2, 2026
Florida will receive 5.67 million eggs for distribution through food banks and pantries statewide as part of a multistate antitrust settlement involving major egg producers, Attorney General James Uthmeier announced Wednesday. The eggs represent Florida’s share of a...
by Capitolist Staff | Sep 1, 2026
Florida consumer sentiment declined for the sixth consecutive month in August as residents grew more cautious about the national economic outlook and major household purchases, according to a new University of Florida (UF) survey. The University of Florida’s consumer...
by Capitolist Staff | Aug 31, 2026
The Florida Department of Transportation is revoking permits for automated license plate readers installed by local law enforcement agencies within state highway rights-of-way, citing privacy, surveillance and misuse concerns. In an Aug. 31 memorandum, FDOT said all...
by The Center Square | Aug 31, 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis says nearly $23 million in grant awards announced Monday will boost workforce opportunities and support Florida’s defense industrial base. Among the awards is a $15.3 million grant through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund, which went to four...
