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DeSantis says Florida has no time for red tape with Helene response
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says "we don't have time for bureaucracy, we don't have time for red tape" when it comes to businesses coming back to areas stricken by Hurricane Helene. In a news conference in Steinhatchee on Monday, DeSantis mentioned a Steinhatchee...
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“A nightmare scenario”: Florida’s largest cities see record home-purchase cancellations
Florida's major urban housing markets experienced a surge in home-purchase cancellations in June, with Orlando, Jacksonville, and Tampa reporting the highest rates nationwide. Florida's urban housing markets experienced disruptions in June, marked by a record number...
Trump holds 8-point lead in Florida as Harris’ approval rating remains underwater
Former President Donald Trump leads Vice President Kamala Harris by eight points in Florida, according to a recent Redfield & Wilton Strategies poll conducted after President Joe Biden's exit from the 2024 race. Former President Donald Trump leads Vice President...
Back-to-school ‘holiday’ ready to start
Florida's 14-day back-to-school sales tax holiday, starting Monday, offers tax exemptions on clothes, school supplies, and personal computers, and is part of a tax relief package approved by Gov. Ron DeSantis. Florida in recent years has held a variety of sales-tax...
“Make my day”: DeSantis cautions pro-Hamas vandals
Gov. Ron DeSantis condemned pro-Hamas protesters and acts of vandalism during a press conference on Thursday, noting that Florida "will not tolerate such behavior" and proposed revoking visas for individuals involved in anti-American activities. Gov. Ron DeSantis...
French aviation manufacturer expands to Florida, will create 1,030 jobs
AURA AERO, a French aircraft manufacturer, will invest $172.5 million to create 1,030 jobs at a new facility at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Florida, with operations starting in 2028. AURA AERO, an aircraft manufacturer based in France, announced plans to...
Univ. of Florida research spending reaches $1.26 billion
The University of Florida recorded $1.26 billion in research expenditures for fiscal year 2024, driven by an increase in federal funding. The University of Florida (UF) reported a record $1.26 billion in research expenditures for fiscal year 2024 on Thursday, driven...
Legal challenge filed over abortion amendment financial impact statement
Floridians Protecting Freedom legally challenged Florida's Financial Impact Estimating Conference and state leaders, claiming the revised financial impact statement for Amendment 4, which limits government interference with abortion, was unlawfully adopted without...
Florida AG defeats Antifa, Jane’s Revenge activists in court
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody announced civil and criminal court victories, including guilty pleas and settlements, against members of Antifa and Jane’s Revenge for vandalizing crisis pregnancy centers. Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody on Thursday...
‘NIL’ deals approved for high school athletes
The Florida State Board of Education approved a plan allowing high school athletes to earn money through name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals, while emphasizing the need for protections to prevent exploitation and ensure compliance with strict guidelines. High school...
Poll: recreational marijuana support wanes slightly, but still on track to pass
Support for Amendment 3, the Florida ballot initiative to legalize recreational marijuana, has slightly diminished to 64 percent, but still remains above the threshold needed for passage. Support for Amendment 3, the ballot initiative to legalize recreational...
DeSantis hints at future NIL legislation, has ‘talked to some other governors’
Gov. Ron DeSantis called for reforms in college athletics, advocating for fair compensation for athletes through Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) policies and proposing regulatory enhancements to manage the transfer portal system to maintain stability in sports. Gov....
Florida schools see rise in ‘A’ grades, fewer ‘D’ and ‘F’ grades
Florida schools saw improvements in their grades, with a 6-percentage composite point increase in "A" grades, 64 percent earning "A" or "B" grades, and fewer schools receiving "D" or "F" grades, according to data provided by the Florida Department of Education....
Ballard Partners expands to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Ballard Partners opened a new office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, led by Jasmine Zaki, to extend counsel and advocacy services across the Middle East and North Africa region. Florida-based Ballard Partners announced the opening of its new office in Riyadh,...
Part of pretrial release law ruled unconstitutional
An appeals court ruled on Wednesday that part of a 2023 Florida law altering pretrial release conditions for people accused of certain crimes is unconstitutional, as it infringes on the Florida Supreme Court's authority over procedural rules. An appeals court...
DeSantis announces $7.2M for high-tech training lab at St. Petersburg College
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a $7.2 million investment on Wednesday to establish a semiconductor, AI, and machine learning training lab at St. Petersburg College as part of Florida's broader strategy to lead in workforce education and reduce reliance on overseas...
DeSantis: Florida’s tough-on-crime policies are necessary
At the Florida Sheriffs' Association Summer Conference, Gov. Ron DeSantis emphasized Florida's firm stance on crime prevention, contrasting it with other states that have reduced police funding and enacted policies he believes enable criminal activity. Florida Gov....
Kent Fuchs to serve as interim UF president
Former University of Florida President Kent Fuchs will serve as interim president following the resignation of current President Ben Sasse. Former University of Florida (UF) President Kent Fuchs has agreed to serve as interim president of the institution, as stated by...
FAMU Board of Trustees names Dr. Tim Beard as interim president
The Florida A&M University Board of Trustees appointed Dr. Tim Beard as interim president on Tuesday following Dr. Larry Robinson's resignation. The Florida A&M University (FAMU) Board of Trustees named Dr. Tim Beard as interim president of the university on...
Attorney General Ashley Moody backs Rep. Randy Fine’s campaign for state Senate
Attorney General Ashley Moody endorsed Rep. Randy Fine for the State Senate, highlighting his conservative stance on issues like illegal immigration and law enforcement. Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody endorsed Rep. Randy Fine for the State Senate, the...
State moves forward on social media law
Florida's proposed rules for a new law restricting minors' access to social media and online pornography include strict age-verification measures, despite potential First Amendment challenges. Facing potential First Amendment challenges, Florida has proposed details...
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