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Recovery ongoing in Florida from Milton
(The Center Square) – Recovery in Florida continued Friday morning following Wednesday's overnight strike of Hurricane Milton that left 12 dead and millions without power. Reports vary on the number killed, from as low as eight to as many as 14. An estimated three...
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CSU slightly lowers named storm forecast for 2024 hurricane season, maintains active outlook
CSU's revised forecast for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season predicts 23 named storms, down from 25, but still anticipates an extremely active season with 12 hurricanes and six major hurricanes. The Colorado State University (CSU) Tropical Meteorology Project updated...
Florida recreational marijuana initiative has raised $66M
(The Center Square) – Proponents of ballot initiatives that would legalize recreational marijuana and enshrine abortion rights in the Florida constitution have raised millions. The two initiatives are among six that will appear on the Nov. 5 ballot and will require a...
Wilton Simpson announces new loan program for farmers impacted by Hurricane Debby
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced a new $75 million Natural Disaster Recovery Loan Program offering up to $500,000 in low-interest and interest-free loans to farmers affected by Hurricane Debby. Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton...
State officials warn port over changes
The state has warned Port Canaveral leaders that they are putting at risk current and future infrastructure money if they don’t reverse dock plans that appear to favor cruise ships over the space industry. In a letter Friday, Department of Commerce Secretary J. Alex...
Insurer looks to resume new policies
Heritage Property & Casualty Insurance Co. plans to resume writing new homeowners’ policies in Florida and the Northeast after halting sales in late 2022 due to market conditions, citing recent legislative changes and a stabilized reinsurance market. After it...
Pro-gun group challenges Florida open carry ban
A pro-gun rights group filed a federal lawsuit challenging Florida's ban on openly carrying firearms, arguing it violates the Second and Fourteenth Amendments. A pro-gun rights group filed a federal lawsuit on Tuesday challenging Florida's ban on openly carrying...
Gov. DeSantis endorses Mike Haridopolos for Congress
Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed former state Senate President Mike Haridopolos for Florida's 8th Congressional District, highlighting his conservative leadership and pledge to focus on border security. Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed former state Senate President Mike...
Five Senate primaries to watch
When they go to the polls Aug. 20, Democratic primary voters in the Orlando area will decide the winner of one Florida Senate seat, while voters in other parts of the state will set the final slate of Senate candidates for the November elections. The primary elections...
Florida Medical Association names Dr. Lisa Cosgrove as 148th President
The Florida Medical Association (FMA) announced Dr. Lisa A. Cosgrove, a retired pediatrician with extensive leadership experience in Florida's medical community, as its 148th President. The Florida Medical Association (FMA) announced Lisa A. Cosgrove as its 148th...
John Morgan challenges Rep. Tom Leek to debate over insurance law changes
Attorney and Democrat donor John Morgan has challenged State Senate candidate Rep. Tom Leek to a debate, criticizing Leek's role in changes to Florida's homeowners' insurance laws and alleging that these changes favor insurance companies at the expense of homeowners....
Reps. Cammack, Moskwitz urge Biden for enhanced federal assistance following Hurricane Debby
Representatives Kat Cammack and Jared Moskowitz led a bipartisan effort requesting enhanced federal assistance for debris removal following Hurricane Debby's landfall in Florida's Big Bend region. Representatives Kat Cammack and Jared Moskowitz led a bipartisan effort...
Debby brings flood risks, less wind damage
Gov. Ron DeSantis will visit areas impacted by Hurricane Debby on Tuesday, as the storm, which caused flooding, power outages, and four deaths, continues to pose flood risks in North Florida and Georgia. Gov. Ron DeSantis will travel Tuesday to areas hit by Hurricane...
Report: Florida receives nation’s second-highest grade for religious liberty
Florida ranks second in the nation for protecting religious liberty, according to a new report from the Center for Religion, Culture and Democracy, due to recent laws enhancing general conscience and hospital protections. (The Center Square) — The Sunshine State ranks...
Orlando Health to acquire majority stake in Brookwood Baptist Health
Orlando Health announced an agreement to acquire Tenet Healthcare's majority interest in Brookwood Baptist Health, with the transaction expected to close in fall 2024. Orlando Health on Monday announced an agreement to acquire Tenet Healthcare's majority interest in...
Trump endorses David Shoar in Florida Senate District 7
Former President Donald Trump endorsed David Shoar for Florida's 7th State Senate District, praising him as a "tremendous America First Patriot" and aligning him with Trump's MAGA movement in a highly contested Republican primary against Rep. Tom Leek. Former...
Florida gas prices see slight increase amid declining oil prices
Florida gas prices rose by more than six cents last week to $3.46 per gallon, but potential declines are anticipated as crude oil prices have dropped sharply amid economic slowdown concerns. Florida gas prices rose slightly last week, increasing by a little more than...
OneBlood software partially restored after ransomware attack
OneBlood, a Florida-based non-profit blood center, announced that its critical software systems are gradually coming back online after a ransomware attack on July 29, though they are currently operating at reduced capacity. OneBlood, the non-profit blood center that...
Hurricane Debby causes major power outages through Big Bend region
Hurricane Debby made landfall over Steinhatchee this weekend, causing extensive power outages and flooding across the Big Bend region, affecting thousands of residents. Hurricane Debby made landfall near Steinhatchee over the weekend, causing extensive power outages...
Hurricane makes landfall in Big Bend
Hurricane Debby, a Category 1 storm, made landfall near Steinhatchee, Florida, causing widespread flooding and power outages across the state, with Gobv. Ron DeSantis and emergency officials warning of continued flooding and severe weather impacts. Hurricane Debby...
Byron Donalds introduces nuclear energy initiative
Congressman Byron Donalds unveiled his Summer 2024 Nuclear Push this week, a ten-part initiative comprising six legislative bills and four letters to international leaders to enhance U.S. leadership and competitiveness in the global nuclear energy market. GOP...
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