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Sheriff: Yes on Amendment 3 to protect lives and strengthen communities
As the Sheriff of Bradford County with nearly 40 years of experience in Florida law enforcement, I have seen firsthand the devastating effects that low-level marijuana possession charges can have on individuals and their families. This November, we have a unique...
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Florida county’s issues with tourist taxes have been addressed
The Florida auditor general reports that Escambia County has addressed several issues identified in a previous audit regarding the use of tourist development taxes, implementing new procedures to ensure compliance with state law and better documentation of...
NFIB Florida PAC endorses ‘pro-small business’ candidates for Florida Legislature
The NFIB Florida PAC has endorsed a slate of pro-small business candidates for the upcoming Florida Legislature elections. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) announced its first round of endorsements for candidates in the upcoming Florida...
DeSantis, Haley hammer Biden on national security policy
Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized President Joe Biden's handling of national security, border policies, and COVID-19 mandates during his speech at the Republican National Convention on Tuesday night. Former President Donald Trump's top two challengers in the GOP...
Duke Energy rate settlement reached
Duke Energy Florida proposed a settlement to raise base electric rates by $203 million in 2025 and $59 million in 2026, less than initially requested, pending state approval. Duke Energy Florida and consumer representatives Monday filed a proposed settlement that...
DeSantis criticizes Secret Service over Trump assassination attempt handling, calls for accountability
Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized the U.S. Secret Service for its handling of an attempted assassination on former President Donald Trump, calling for accountability within the federal bureaucracy. Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized the U.S. Secret Service on Tuesday over its...
Report: FSU may strike out with Big Ten, SEC
Florida State University's attempt to leave the Atlantic Coast Conference faces potential hurdles as both the Big Ten and SEC are reportedly uninterested in adding FSU, citing financial disincentives, no desire for expansion, and concerns over FSU's reputation as a...
Ashley Moody urges Senate to pass SAVE Act for election security
Attorney General Ashley Moody, along with 22 other state attorneys general, is urging the U.S. Senate to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (SAVE Act) to ensure only American citizens can vote in elections. Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody and a...
Abortion ‘statement’ sparks controversy
A state panel revised a financial impact statement for a proposed constitutional amendment on abortion rights, prompting accusations from amendment supporters of misleading voters with politically motivated information about potential Medicaid-funded abortions and...
Trump chooses Vance over Rubio for VP
Former President Donald Trump on Monday selected U.S. Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his 2024 running mate, bypassing Florida's U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio. Former President Donald Trump on Monday bypassed U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio in making his vice-presidential pick, averting what...
Trump classified documents case dismissed
A federal judge dismissed the unclassified documents against former President Donald Trump, ruling that the appointment of Special Counsel Jack Smith violated the Appointments Clause of the U.S. Constitution. A federal judge on Monday dismissed the superseding...
PAC chaired by Paul Renner donates $1 million to fight abortion amendment
House Speaker Paul Renner’s PAC, Conservatives for Principled Leadership, donated $1 million to the Florida Voters Against Extremism PAC to oppose a constitutional amendment initiative that would enshrine abortion rights in the Florida Constitution. Conservatives for...
State seeks to end redistricting lawsuit
The Florida House and Secretary of State Cord Byrd have requested a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit claiming that seven state House and three congressional districts in South Florida are unconstitutionally gerrymandered. The Florida House and Secretary of State...
“This shouldn’t have happened”: Miami-Dade Mayor prompts review of stadium security breach
Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava called for an immediate review of security protocols following numerous security breaches at the Copa America Final at Hard Rock Stadium that resulted in delays, fights with police, and vandalism. Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine...
Another tough citrus season ends
Florida's citrus industry saw a slight increase in production for the 2023-2024 season, recovering from historic lows due to Hurricane Ian, with hopes pinned on continued favorable weather for future recovery. Florida’s citrus industry limped to the end of the...
Florida rents plummet amid surplus, bucking national trend
Florida's largest cities have seen significant declines in rent prices, diverging from the national trend of rising rents, primarily due to an oversupply of rental units from increased apartment construction during the pandemic. Florida's rental market has recorded a...
Data: Florida’s electricity rates are competitive with neighboring states
Data from the Florida Public Service Commission and federal sources indicate that Florida's electricity rates are competitive with other states Data from the Florida Public Service Commission and the federal government show the state’s electricity rates remain...
Derek Jones named Chair of Florida Bankers Association
Derek Jones, Central Florida Region Executive of Wells Fargo Bank, was named Chair of the Florida Bankers Association on Friday, succeeding Jose Cueto. Derek Jones, the Central Florida Region Executive of Wells Fargo Bank in Orlando, was named Chair of the Florida...
FAMU President Dr. Larry Robinson to step down
Dr. Larry Robinson, president of Florida A&M University, announced his decision to step down after nearly seven years, planning to return as a Distinguished Professor following a sabbatical. Dr. Larry Robinson, president of Florida A&M University (FAMU),...
Congressional redistricting case ends
Voting-rights groups will not appeal a federal court ruling upholding Florida's congressional redistricting plan, despite a pending challenge in the state Supreme Court. Voting-rights groups said Thursday they will not appeal a federal-court ruling that upheld the...
Audits find financial issues with some Florida charter schools
The Florida Auditor General's office released two reports identifying financial issues and trends in the state's charter schools and district school boards, noting 94 problems in 64 charter schools, with many issues being repeat findings. The Florida Auditor General's...
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