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Donald Trump, Rick Scott cling to polling leads
A new poll shows tightening races in Florida, with Donald Trump leading Kamala Harris by one point and Rick Scott holding two-point lead over Debbie Mucarsel-Powell. A poll published this week by the Independent Center shows tightening races for Republican candidates...
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Weekly Roundup: Putting Out Fires and Fanning Flame Wars
TALLAHASSEE — August came to a close with Gov. Ron DeSantis trying to douse a growing uproar about adding amenities such as golf to award-winning state parks. The week ended as animosity between the governor’s office and Rep. Randy Fine, a Brevard County Republican,...
Florida’s public sector labor laws earn high marks
Florida's public sector labor laws were rated among the most effective in the nation by the Commonwealth Foundation, rising from a "C" to an "A" due to legislative reforms. Florida's public sector labor laws were recognized this week as some of the most effective in...
Federal court halts rule granting collective bargaining to H-2A workers, siding with Florida and 16 states
A federal court blocked a Department of Labor rule extending collective bargaining rights to H-2A visa workers, siding with Florida and 16 other states that argued the DOL exceeded its authority. A federal court issued a preliminary injunction this week against a...
Report: Rep. Carolina Amesty arrested on felony charges
Florida State Representative Carolina Amesty was arrested on felony charges related to forgery and notary misconduct following an FDLE investigation into her previous role at Central Christian University. State Representative Carolina Amesty, a Republican representing...
Major publishers sue over law leading to book removals
A group of major book publishers, including Penguin Random House and HarperCollins, filed a federal lawsuit against Florida's House Bill 1069, arguing that the law's vague and broad restrictions on literary content have led to unconstitutional book removals. Some of...
Florida voters show strong support for marijuana legalization
A new poll from the James Madison Institute shows that 64 percent of Florida voters support legalizing recreational marijuana through Amendment 3, with strong backing across various demographics. Florida voters are showing strong support for legalized recreational...
Rick Scott leads Mucarsel-Powell by 6 points in Senate race
A James Madison Institute poll shows U.S. Senator Rick Scott leading Democratic challenger Debbie Mucarsel-Powell by six points in Florida's 2024 Senate race, with 49 percent support among likely voters. United States Senator Rick Scott holds a six-point lead over...
Florida delegation demands Cuban Communist officials, ‘evil dictators’ be denied entry
(The Center Square) – Members of Florida’s Republican congressional delegation are demanding answers from the Biden-Harris administration as to why a Cuban Communist Party official was allowed into the U.S. in violation of federal law. Another delegation led by...
Pew analysis questions sustainability of Florida’s pandemic-era tax revenue boost
Florida's pandemic-era tax revenue surge, driven by temporary factors like federal aid and consumer behavior shifts, raises concerns about the sustainability of this growth as spending patterns normalize, according to a Pew analysis. Florida experienced a surge in tax...
Quiet passage of HB 781 could hold the key to state park development mystery
Despite widespread political outcry, both Republicans and Democrats voted almost unanimously in favor of a new law allowing unsolicited public-private partnerships. The law could be relied on to streamline projects similar to the controversial Tuskegee Dunes project....
“Back to the drawing board”: DeSantis calls off park development proposals
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that plans to develop golf courses, pickleball courts, and hotels in Florida’s state parks have been withdrawn after significant public and political opposition. Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that plans to develop golf courses, pickleball...
Visit Florida to seek funding boost
After receiving $80 million in this year’s budget, Florida’s tourism-marketing agency plans to ask for an increase in state funding during the 2025 legislative session. “We did quite well this year with $80 million, but we're going to continue to push for that $100...
Florida’s DeSantis says public safety is key to state’s economic success
(The Center Square) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis highlighted Polk County's success in fighting crime on Wednesday. DeSantis said that the crime rate in Florida has reached a 50-year low because the Sunshine State allows law enforcement officers to do their jobs and...
University of Florida, Florida State University ranked among top public universities by Forbes
The University of Florida and Florida State University were ranked among the top public universities in the U.S. by Forbes, with UF placing fourth and FSU 22nd. The University of Florida (UF) and Florida State University (FSU) were ranked among the top public...
Injunction sought in ‘cultivated meat’ case
A California-based company challenging a new Florida law that bans selling and manufacturing “cultivated meat” has asked a federal judge for a preliminary injunction against the law. UPSIDE Foods, Inc. on Friday filed a motion for a preliminary injunction as part of...
Critics call for parks plans to be ditched
TALLAHASSEE — Environmentalists are seeking assurances that Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration has scrapped plans for a series of golf courses at Jonathan Dickinson State Park after a state spokeswoman said the proposal has been dropped. Audubon Florida, the Sierra...
Florida Chamber of Commerce highlights state’s economic growth amid looming challenges
The Florida Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 Midyear Economic Report presents a mixed economic outlook, highlighting ongoing growth but cautioning against challenges like labor shortages, housing affordability, and the need for economic diversification. The Florida Chamber...
Polk County Schools spokesman can’t be bothered to inform public about school bus camera contract
With controversy swirling over a school bus camera contract and the county set to start issuing traffic citations in September, Polk County Public Schools spokesman Kyle Kennedy refused to provide updated contract language and instead directed interested parties to...
Biden administration grants $5.7M to boost EV charging in Florida
The Biden administration announced on Tuesday that it awarded more than $5.7 million in grants to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Florida. The Biden administration announced on Tuesday that it allocated more than $5.7 million in grants within...
Florida officials predict higher tax revenues in coming months
(The Center Square) — Florida officials predict tax revenues in the Sunshine State will continue to increase compared to last year's numbers. The Office of Economic & Demographic Research held a revenue estimating conference on Aug. 23 and predicted general...
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