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Biden to visit Florida as storm recovery continues
President Joe Biden will visit Florida on Sunday to assess the damage from Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm that compounded ongoing recovery efforts from recent Hurricane Helene. President Joe Biden will travel to Florida on Sunday to assess the damage left by...
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U.S. Supreme Court declines to hear challenge to Seminole Gaming Compact
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear a challenge against the Seminole Tribe of Florida's exclusive rights to online sports betting. The U.S. Supreme Court has decided not to hear a challenge against the Seminole Tribe of Florida's exclusive rights to...
Florida leads 22 states in legal brief opposing gag order on Trump
Florida and 22 other states filed a legal brief opposing special counsel Jack Smith’s motion to obtain a gag order on former President Donald Trump, arguing it would violate his First Amendment rights and lacks clear guidelines. Florida, alongside 22 other states,...
Social media, gun laws await high court rulings
The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to rule soon on cases concerning social-media regulations and gun laws, which could significantly impact Florida's 2021 social-media restrictions and the state's ban on gun sales to people under 21. With the U.S. Supreme Court...
Lee Health leadership approves conversion to nonprofit status in structural overhaul
Lee Health's Board of Directors voted to transition the healthcare system from a governmental entity to a non-governmental nonprofit organization to enhance financial stability and operational flexibility, following an advisory firm's recommendation. Lee Health's...
Democrats Lock Up 11 Legislative Seats
Eleven candidates, primarily incumbents, secured their legislative races unopposed before the qualifying deadline, while the Florida Democratic Party achieved its goal of fielding candidates for every seat up for election. Eleven candidates, mostly incumbents, won...
Gov. Ron DeSantis provides update on state flood response
Gov. Ron DeSantis provided an update on Florida's response to severe flooding in South and Southwest Florida, detailing coordinated state and local efforts, including the deployment of nearly 100 water pumps, activation of the State Emergency Operations Center, and...
New Florida Human Trafficking Strike Team cracking down on border-related crime
A new multi-agency human trafficking strike team in Florida, announced by Attorney General Ashley Moody, has rescued 10 victims and arrested several alleged perpetrators in a months-long operation targeting border-related crime. A new multi-agency human trafficking...
DeSantis signs bill to ease benefit cliff transition for low-income Floridians
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation to address benefit cliff, helping low-income families transition to financial independence without losing essential public assistance. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation on Thursday to address the issue of benefit cliffs that...
Disney ends legal fight with state, district
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts has ended its legal battle with Florida over alleged unconstitutional retaliation, following a new 15-year development agreement with the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. After reaching a development deal, Walt Disney Parks and...
DeSantis signs bills expanding privacy protections for Florida public officials and contractors
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed three bills into law enhancing the privacy of public officials and contractors in Florida by expanding public records exemptions for financial information of FDOT project bidders, personal information of county and city attorneys, and personal...
Passidomo, Renner: Don’t Worry After Vetoes
House and Senate leaders reassured legislative workers that their jobs are secure despite Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoing over $56 million from the state budget for legislative support services, as they explore using rainy day funds to cover the shortfall. House and Senate...
Two Florida airports ranked cheapest in the U.S., study finds
A study conducted by FinanceBuzz found Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to be the least expensive airports in the U.S., with average fares of $265.58 and $271.78 respectively. A study conducted last month by...
Florida and 16 states sue Biden Administration over rule allowing H-2A visa workers to unionize
Florida has joined 16 other states in suing the Biden administration over a rule allowing H-2A visa farm workers to unionize, arguing it unlawfully extends rights to foreign workers not granted to Americans and imposes burdens on state resources. Florida joined a...
Boeing to open engineering facility at Embry-Riddle, creating 200 jobs
Boeing will open a new engineering facility at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University this fall, focusing on military aircraft and advanced technology, with plans to hire 200 engineers this year. Boeing is set to open a new engineering facility within the Cici &...
Slight uptick for oranges, but citrus woes persist
Florida's citrus industry, while seeing slight improvements in orange crop projections, remains severely impacted by past hurricane damage and citrus greening, with current production forecasts significantly lower than historical averages. With one leader saying it is...
Gov. DeSantis declares State of Emergency in South and Southwest Florida amid severe flooding
Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for five Florida counties due to severe flooding caused by heavy rainfall, authorizing emergency measures and activating the National Guard to assist with the response efforts. Gov. Ron DeSantis issued an Executive Order...
DeSantis signs $116.5 billion budget
Governor Ron DeSantis signed a $116.5 billion budget for the upcoming fiscal year, vetoing nearly $1 billion in spending. Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed a $116.5 billion budget for the upcoming fiscal year, after vetoing close to $950 million in spending...
Florida’s 2024-25 budget allocates $346M for energy-efficiency, lowering electricity bills
The 2024-25 Florida state budget includes $346 million for energy-efficiency improvements to lower electricity bills for residents, support home upgrades, provide appliance rebates, and enhance weatherization programs, drawing praise from clean energy advocates. The...
Higher education infrastructure, research bears brunt of DeSantis veto list
Gov. Ron DeSantis' 2024-25 veto list cut approximately $98 million from Florida's higher education sector. Gov. Ron DeSantis' vetoes in the 2024-25 state budget has hit Florida’s higher education sector, cutting millions from proposed university infrastructure...
Florida secures $700 million settlement with Johnson & Johnson over talc products
Attorney General Ashley Moody announced a $700 million settlement with Johnson & Johnson over allegations of deceptive marketing of talcum powder products, with Florida set to receive $48.1 million of the total amount. Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody...
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State employees can celebrate Thanksgiving early with paid time off Wednesday
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Pasco Tax Collector Mike Fasano ramps up events for ‘most wonderful time of the year’
Posted by Drew Dixon 2 hours ago
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Study finds end of tax credits for Obamacare could hurl millions of Americans into financial trouble
Posted by Drew Dixon 3 hours ago
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Ashley Moody, Vern Buchanan demand more answers behind FEMA discrimination against hurricane victims
Posted by Drew Dixon 3 hours ago
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Florida Times Union
Making America Florida Again? Trump cabinet picks tied to Sunshine State
Posted 6 hours ago
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FIU (sponsored)
US News & World Report ranks Florida International University among Top 50 in nation.
Learn about FIU's other top national rankings.
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Florida Politics
The rising price of paying the national debt is a risk for Donald Trump’s promises on growth and inflation
Posted by Associated Press 7 hours ago
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Florida Politics
Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson offers substitute dishes for Thanksgiving
Posted by Drew Dixon 8 hours ago
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The Floridian
Randy Fine to run for Congress, Receives Trump Endorsement
Posted by Javier Manjarres 9 hours ago
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Orlando Pride won the championship! Time for a parade, Buddy Dyer says
Posted by Gabrielle Russon 9 hours ago
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After Donald Trump’s win, Black women are rethinking their role as America’s reliable political organizers
Posted by Associated Press 9 hours ago
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FIU ranked Top 25 in best value in the nation.
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Florida Daily
Horror is the Favorite Movie Genre of Florida Residents, According to New Study
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Winner and Loser of the Week in Florida politics — Week of 11.17.24
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JD Vance Senate vacancy sets up scramble in Ohio to fill seat
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