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Why did Tallahassee Police sweep a potential DUI under the rug for a top Leon County Democrat?
On the evening of February 8th, 2022, Tallahassee police officers responded to a call at a Circle K gas station, where they found Ryan Ray, an aide to City Commissioner Jeremy Matlow, passed out in the driver’s seat of a car. Body camera footage from the incident,...
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Simon, Parks battle for Senate seat
TALLAHASSEE — A prominent trial lawyer with a civil-rights resume is jockeying to oust North Florida state Sen. Corey Simon, in one of this year’s marquee legislative races and the only Senate district Democrats are angling to flip in November. Simon, who was an...
Sheriffs endorse Rep. Laurel Lee for reelection in Florida’s 15th district
Republican U.S. Rep. Laurel Lee secured endorsements from the sheriffs of Hillsborough, Pasco, and Polk counties, citing her legal background and strong support for law enforcement as she campaigns for reelection. Republican U.S. Rep. Laurel Lee on Tuesday secured...
ACC launches new appeal in FSU fight
TALLAHASSEE — In the latest move in a fierce legal battle, the Atlantic Coast Conference has appealed a Leon County circuit judge’s refusal to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Florida State University against the ACC over issues such as sports media rights. The ACC is...
Florida U.S. reps demand answers after second assassination attempt on Trump
(The Center Square) – Members of Florida’s Republican congressional delegation are demanding answers on how the U.S. Secret Service again failed to secure the perimeter of former President Donald Trump’s golf course on Sunday, enabling another shooter to come within...
State of Florida to open investigation into attempted assassination of Trump
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that the state will launch its own investigation into the recent attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at his West Palm Beach golf club, running parallel to the ongoing federal probe. The state of Florida will conduct its...
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy backs recreational marijuana initiative
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy voiced his support for Florida's Amendment 3 on Sunday, advocating for the legalization of recreational marijuana in Florida. Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy voiced his support for Florida's Amendment 3 on Sunday, advocating...
German autonomous vehicle manufacturer to open first U.S. plant in Jacksonville, creating 100+ jobs
HOLON, a German autonomous vehicle manufacturer, will open its first U.S. facility in Jacksonville by 2026, creating over 100 jobs and producing 5,000 electric shuttles annually. HOLON, a German autonomous vehicle manufacturer, announced this month that it will open...
Court to weigh Florida gun age law
TALLAHASSEE — A federal appeals court next month will hear arguments in the National Rifle Association’s constitutional challenge to a Florida law that prevents people under age 21 from purchasing rifles and other long guns. The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals last...
Polk school officials skirted Florida law to award bus camera contract, but now face bigger legal questions
Polk County Public School officials ducked Florida's laws on competitive bidding by using a Texas middleman to broker a lucrative, pre-negotiated contract with a school bus camera company. After questions arose about the original contract's illegal payment scheme,...
ACLU sues AHCA over alleged misinformation on abortion amendment
The ACLU of Florida and Southern Legal Counsel sued the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration, accusing it of using taxpayer funds to spread misinformation to influence public opinion against a proposed abortion rights amendment. The American Civil Liberties...
AFP Action FL endorses new round of candidates for November election
Americans for Prosperity Action Florida announced additional endorsements for the November 5th election, backing candidates like Jon Albert, Doug Bankson, Dean Black, and Vicki Lopez. Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) announced a new round of...
UF and St. Augustine partner on chocolate history exhibition
The University of Florida partnered with St. Augustine to develop a chocolate history exhibition, supported by a $14,000 grant, showcasing the historical significance of chocolate's introduction to North America through a virtual walking trail and multimedia...
Florida hospitals reduce nurse vacancies, but future workforce shortages demand continued investment
Florida hospitals have cut nurse vacancies and turnover rates, but ongoing shortages in other healthcare roles and projected future shortages bring a need for continued investment in workforce development. Florida hospitals have reduced nurse vacancies and turnover...
Florida Supreme Court weighs precedent in Congressional redistricting case
The Florida Supreme Court justices expressed caution about establishing precedents in a case that questions the constitutionality of the state's 2022 congressional map, particularly the redesign of Congressional District 5, and how it interacts with Florida's...
Florida TaxWatch calls for cap on highway landscaping spending
Florida TaxWatch is urging Florida lawmakers to impose a cap on highway landscaping spending, citing concerns over rising costs and a lack of fiscal oversight. Florida TaxWatch is urging state lawmakers to impose a cap on highway landscaping spending, warning that...
Florida State, South Florida receives high marks for campus free speech policies
(The Center Square) — A new report has ranked some of Florida's colleges and universities among the best for free speech. According to FIRE's 2025 College Free Speech Rankings, Florida State University ranks third with a score of 72.46, up from fifth place a year...
School books settlement reached
Authors of the children’s book “And Tango Makes Three” and parents of students have reached a settlement with the Nassau County school district that will lead to 36 books returning to school libraries after being removed last year, according to court documents filed...
Florida Supreme Court expedites case accusing DeSantis, state officials of election interference on abortion amendment
The Florida Supreme Court fast-tracked a case on Wednesday accusing state officials, including Gov. Ron DeSantis and Attorney General Ashley Moody, of using public resources and their influence to oppose a constitutional amendment on abortion rights. The Florida...
Florida joins call for Surgeon General warning on social media risks
A coalition of 42 state attorneys general, including Florida's Ashley Moody, has called on Congress to mandate a U.S. Surgeon General warning on algorithm-driven social media platforms, citing concerns over their impact on the mental health of young people. A...
Appeals court wades into FSU-ACC fight
TALLAHASSEE — A Florida appellate-court panel heard arguments Wednesday in a two-state legal battle between Florida State University and the Atlantic Coast Conference over issues such as sports media rights Attorneys for the ACC went to the Tallahassee-based 1st...
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Rick Scott plans to return to Washington next week. Democrats want to send him back to Naples.
Posted by Mitch Perry 5 mins ago
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Vote YES on Amendment 2 this November.
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The Floridian
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The Capitolist
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