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UF, FAMU interim presidents approved

by News Service of Florida | Sep 19, 2024

The state university system’s Board of Governors on Wednesday approved the appointments of interim presidents at the University of Florida and Florida A&M University. Kent Fuchs, who spent about eight years as the University of Florida’s president, has been...

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State officials admit AHCA’s botched Medicaid procurement process has gummed up budget forecasting

by Brian Burgess | Aug 2, 2024

At a revenue estimating conference last week, AHCA and state economists acknowledged that the legal quagmire surrounding the Medicaid Managed Care program has caused problems with overall budget forecasting. State economists were wringing their hands last week at a...

Insurers approved to take Citizens policies

by News Service of Florida | Aug 2, 2024

TALLAHASSEE — Florida regulators this week approved proposals that would allow private insurers to take more than 400,000 policies from the state’s Citizens Property Insurance Corp. in late October as the hurricane season starts to wind down. Insurance Commissioner...

Ransomware attack on OneBlood disrupts Florida blood supply, sparks urgent donation call

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 2, 2024

OneBlood, a Florida-based nonprofit blood donation center, experienced a significant ransomware attack that has disrupted its operations and potentially endangered the blood supply to hospitals. OneBlood, a Florida-based nonprofit blood donation center, announced on...

S&P upgrades University of Florida’s debt outlook to positive

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 2, 2024

S&P Global Ratings upgraded the University of Florida’s debt outlook from stable to positive due to its market position and financial surpluses, while affirming various long-term ratings on its revenue bonds. S&P Global Ratings upgraded its outlook on the...

Florida braces for potential Tropical Storm

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 2, 2024

A tropical rainstorm approaching Florida this weekend is expected to strengthen into a tropical storm, bringing heavy rainfall, gusty thunderstorms, and potential flooding to the state. A tropical rainstorm making landfall over Puerto Rico is expected to strengthen...

DeSantis declares state of emergency for 53 counties as tropical wave approaches Florida

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 1, 2024

Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for 53 Florida counties ahead of the potential landfall of Invest 97L, a tropical wave expected to develop into a tropical depression. Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency via an Executive Order on Thursday...

Lawmakers, members of public critical of Citizens rate increase

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 1, 2024

Lawmakers and the public criticized Citizens Property Insurance Corporation's proposed rate increases during a public hearing, highlighting the disproportionate impact on Monroe County residents who lack alternative insurance options. Lawmakers and members of the...

Poll: Mike Haridopolos holds wide lead in Congressional District 8 primary

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 1, 2024

Former Florida Senate President Mike Haridopolos holds a lead in Florida's 8th Congressional District primary, with 56 percent support and strong name recognition. Former Florida Senate President Mike Haridopolos holds a strong lead in Florida’s 8th Congressional...

South Florida AFL-CIO endorses Joe Saunders for House District 106

by Gabriella Barroso | Aug 1, 2024

The South Florida AFL-CIO has endorsed former State Representative Joe Saunders for House District 106. The South Florida AFL-CIO on Wednesday formally endorsed former State Representative Joe Saunders for House District 106 South Florida AFL-CIO operates as an...

Florida follow-up audit finds discrepancies with economic incentive programs

by The Center Square | Aug 1, 2024

The Florida Auditor General's follow-up audit of the state's economic incentives programs found ongoing issues with unverified background screenings for independent contractors and delays in revoking system access for former employees. (The Center Square) — The...

Scott and Rubio introduce bill to combat Chinese influence in global ports

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 1, 2024

Florida Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio, along with Senator Mark Kelly, introduced the Strategic Ports Reporting Act to mandate a U.S. Department of Defense study assessing and countering risks from Chinese control over global port control. Florida Senators Rick...

Developing Tropical Rainstorm may impact Florida this weekend

by Caden DeLisa | Aug 1, 2024

A developing tropical rainstorm in the northern Caribbean may strengthen and impact Florida this weekend, potentially bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms, and rough surf. A tropical rainstorm developing in the northern Caribbean may impact Florida this weekend,...

Sen. Joe Gruters backs recreational marijuana legalization despite GOP opposition

by Caden DeLisa | Jul 31, 2024

Republican state Senator Joe Gruters endorsed a ballot measure to legalize adult-use marijuana in Florida, citing individual freedoms and public safety, despite opposition from Governor Ron DeSantis and the Republican Party of Florida. Senator Joe Gruters on Wednesday...

Jimmy Patronis orders halt to contracts with news censorship groups

by Caden DeLisa | Jul 31, 2024

Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis issued a directive on Wednesday prohibiting the Department of Financial Services from engaging with organizations involved in news source censorship or blacklisting activities. Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy...

States scramble after Title IX ruling

by News Service of Florida | Jul 31, 2024

After a U.S. district judge ruled against them, Florida and three other states asked an appeals court to temporarily halt a new federal rule extending Title IX protections to include gender identity-based discrimination in education programs. Hours after a U.S....

UF, Jacksonville Jaguars announce partnership to promote university brands

by Gabriella Barroso | Jul 31, 2024

The University of Florida and the Jacksonville Jaguars have announced a four-year partnership to promote UF and UF Health brands at all home games, with UF covering costs through private funding. The University of Florida (UF) and the Jacksonville Jaguars announced a...

Four Florida universities collaborate to boost space manufacturing

by Caden DeLisa | Jul 31, 2024

Four Florida universities have partnered to establish the Center for Science, Technology, and Advanced Research in Space to advance space manufacturing and support the state's space economy through research and workforce development. Four Florida universities...

Report: Florida spending additional $2B in new state budget

by The Center Square | Jul 31, 2024

Florida TaxWatch's annual Taxpayers Guide to Florida’s fiscal 2024-25 state budget highlights an almost $2 billion increase in spending above the state budget, creation of 122 new state positions, and a dwindling budget surplus, while recommending continued fiscal...

Post-storm rebuilding costs could pose problems

by News Service of Florida | Jul 31, 2024

Craig Fugate, former state and national disaster chief, warned that working-class Floridians face being priced out of communities during post-storm rebuilding due to rising insurance costs and financing issues, amid increasing hurricane risks fueled by a warming...

Poll: Trump up 7 points on Harris; marijuana, abortion amendments carry strong support

by Caden DeLisa | Jul 30, 2024

A University of North Florida poll shows former President Donald Trump leading Vice President Kamala Harris by seven points among likely Florida voters, as constitutional amendment efforts regarding marijuana and abortion continue to carry strong support. Former...

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