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Judge refuses to block abortion information
TALLAHASSEE — Saying courts “must trust the people to decide what information is important to them,” a Leon County circuit judge Monday refused to issue a temporary injunction to block the state Agency for Health Administration from disseminating what critics call...
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Florida’s cultivated meat ban faces constitutional challenge in federal court
A California-based company filed a federal lawsuit challenging Florida's new law banning cultivated meat, arguing the legislation is unconstitutional and aims to protect the state's traditional agriculture industry from out-of-state competition rather than addressing...
Harris narrows gap in Florida, gains ground among independents and women
A new poll shows Vice President Kamala Harris making slight gains against former President Donald Trump in Florida, narrowing the gap to 5 percentage points, with her support particularly strong among independent voters and women, despite the state's Republican...
DeSantis endorses Laurel Lee for reelection, bolsters statewide Republican support
Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed Congresswoman Laurel Lee on Tuesday for her reelection in Florida's 15th Congressional District, highlighting her prior service as Florida’s Secretary of State. Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed Laurel Lee on Tuesday in her reelection bid for the...
State says tech law needs closer look
More than three years after Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Republican-controlled Legislature approved a law to place restrictions on social-media platforms, Florida says a First Amendment fight about the law should go back to a federal district judge for a closer look....
Wilton Simpson pushes support for right to fish and hunt amendment
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson took. to social media on Tuesday to advocate for Amendment 2, a proposed constitutional amendment that would enshrine the right to fish and hunt in the state. Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson took to...
Florida metro areas to see continued apartment growth despite economic challenges
Florida's major metropolitan areas are expected to maintain a surge apartment construction, driven by strong demand but potentially tempered by rising borrowing costs and a focus on luxury developments that could exacerbate affordability issues. Florida’s major...
Florida’s small businesses continue to struggle with inflation despite modest optimism
Florida's small businesses continue to struggle with inflation and labor shortages, despite a slight increase in optimism, as ongoing cost pressures and declining sales challenge operations. Florida's small businesses continue to grapple with persistent inflationary...
Florida insurers face nearly $90 million in Hurricane Debby claims
Florida insurers are dealing with nearly $90 million in claims from Hurricane Debby, while the storm caused $28 billion in total economic losses across the United States. Florida insurers are grappling with nearly $90 million in claims filed in the wake of Hurricane...
Florida’s combined sales tax rate is mid-pack compared to other states
The Washington, D.C.-based Tax Foundation ranked Florida as the 24th highest combined state/local sales tax rate at 7 percent. The state sales tax is 6 percent and the average county levy is 1.02 percent. Groceries and prescription medicines are exempt from sales tax....
House primaries include challenges to incumbents
TALLAHASSEE --- More than a quarter of the 120 Florida House seats have primary elections Aug. 20, with Democrats competing in 14 districts and Republicans squaring off in 21. The Florida Democratic Party this year has a strategy of fielding candidates in all House...
Florida gas prices drop to lowest point since mid-June
Florida gas prices dropped by 13 cents to $3.33 per gallon last week, the lowest since mid-June, due to declining crude oil prices. Florida motorists experienced a welcome decline in gas prices last week, with the average cost per gallon falling by 13 cents to $3.33,...
Abortion numbers down amid 6-week law
The number of abortions reported in Florida has surpassed 40,000 this year, but the rate of increase has slowed significantly since a six-week abortion ban took effect on May 1, according to newly released state data. More than 40,000 abortions had been reported this...
Florida GOP reaches 1 million voter registration lead over Democrats
The Republican Party of Florida announced it surpassed a 1 million voter registration advantage over the Florida Democratic Party, crediting its success to strategic leadership. The Republican Party of Florida (RPOF) announced on Sunday that it surpassed a 1 million...
Hurricane Debby inflicted $28 billion in damages, meteorology group estimates
Hurricane Debby caused an estimated $28 billion in damage and economic losses across the U.S., with heightened impacts on property, infrastructure, and the tourism industry, particularly in Florida's Gulf Coast. Hurricane Debby caused $28 billion in damage and...
DeSantis endorses 54 Sheriffs
Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed 54 Florida sheriffs as part of his 2024 election strategy, highlighting their alignment with his commitment to law enforcement and public safety. Gov. Ron DeSantis formally endorsed 54 Florida sheriffs on Friday as part of his 2024...
Florida-backed challenge succeeds as Eighth Circuit blocks ATF’s pistol brace rule
The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals temporarily blocked the enforcement of an ATF rule reclassifying pistols with stabilizing braces as short-barreled rifles, finding the rule to be vague and likely exceeding the agency's legal authority The Eighth Circuit Court of...
U.S. Sugar distributes 5,000 backpacks to students in Hendry and Palm Beach Counties
U.S. Sugar distributed nearly 5,000 backpacks filled with school supplies and uniforms to students in Hendry and Palm Beach counties through a community-driven back-to-school initiative. U.S. Sugar announced on Friday that it distributed nearly 5,000 backpacks filled...
OneBlood resumes normal distribution of blood to hospitals
Orlando-based non-profit OneBlood has resumed normal blood distribution to over 250 hospitals in Florida after restoring its critical software system following a ransomware attack that disrupted operations in late July. Orlando-based non-profit blood center OneBlood...
Hurricane Debby ‘manageable’ for insurers
Hurricane Debby is expected to result in insured losses of $1 billion to $2 billion, mainly from wind and flood damage, but many inland homeowners without flood insurance could face significant out-of-pocket costs. Hurricane Debby is expected to be a "very manageable...
Inter Miami stadium project gets $8M
Governor Ron DeSantis announced an $8 million allocation from the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund to improve infrastructure around Miami Freedom Park, a $1 billion development and future home of Inter Miami. Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the allocation of $8 million from...
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