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Republicans surge ahead in Florida early voting but Democrats plan to counter with ‘Souls to the Polls’ events
As Florida heads into the final stretch of early voting before Election Day on November 5, Republicans have built a substantial lead in ballots cast, continuing a trend that has seen the GOP solidify its advantage across the Sunshine State. According to the latest...
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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...
Small business optimism falls in August as costs rise and owners express uncertainty
Small business optimism fell sharply in August, driven by rising inflation, weakening sales expectations, and increased uncertainty, according to the latest NFIB survey. Small business optimism fell sharply in August, erasing gains made in July, as inflation and...
Trump, Harris exchange barbs in heated presidential debate
(The Center Square) – Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump faced off on the debate stage in Philadelphia Tuesday evening, a major moment in a campaign that polling shows is evenly tied nationally and in the swing states. The two candidates...
DeSantis announces $122M infrastructure boost for rural Florida counties
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a $122 million investment in infrastructure projects across more than 30 rural Florida counties, aimed at improving roads, bridges, and drainage systems, with a significant portion allocated to areas affected by recent hurricanes. Gov. Ron...
Florida citrus acreage drops 17 percent as long-term decline continues
Florida's citrus industry has continued its long-term decline, shrinking by 17 percent in acreage over the past year due to disease, environmental challenges, and decreased new plantings. Florida's citrus industry has shrunk by 17 percent over the past year, according...
Florida Young Republicans endorse recreational marijuana legalization
The Florida Young Republicans endorsed Amendment 3 on Tuesday, citing individual freedoms and potential economic benefits, further strengthening the growing bipartisan coalition backing the measure. The Florida Young Republicans on Tuesday endorsed Amendment 3, a...
Judge to weigh putting meat law on ice
TALLAHASSEE --- A federal judge will hear arguments next month about whether he should block a new Florida law that bars the production and sale of “cultivated meat" in the state. Chief U.S. District Judge Mark Walker has scheduled a hearing Oct. 7 on a request by the...
DeSantis pushes for reforms to ease financial strain on condo owners
Gov. Ron DeSantis is pushing for reforms to Florida's condominium safety regulations, which were introduced after the 2021 Surfside collapse, aiming to ease the financial strain on condo owners facing steep assessment costs due to mandatory inspections and reserve...
Matt Gaetz again rebuffs gubernatorial race speculations amid poll lead
Congressman Matt Gaetz again dismissed speculation about a potential 2026 gubernatorial bid after a new poll showed him as a leading contender, reiterating his intent to remain in Congress. Congressman Matt Gaetz on Sunday dismissed renewed speculation about his...
Trump confirms ‘yes’ vote on marijuana initiative
Former President Donald Trump announced his support for recreational marijuana legalization in Florida, pledging to prioritize federal marijuana policy reforms, including reclassifying it as a Schedule 3 drug. Former President Donald Trump confirmed his support for...
Miami-Dade County mayoral candidate files complaint to void election results
Shlomo Danzinger, who lost the Miami-Dade mayoral election last month, filed a formal complaint alleging that incumbent Mayor Daniella Levine Cava manipulated ballot name placement, violating Florida election laws, and is seeking to void the results. Shlomo Danzinger,...
Florida gas prices continue to decline as crude oil costs fall
Florida gas prices dropped to $3.16 per gallon this week, with further declines expected due to falling crude oil prices. Gas prices across Florida have fallen following a sharp drop in crude oil prices, which hit their lowest levels since June 2023 over the past...
State could face tighter budget after pandemic aid
TALLAHASSEE --- Legislative budget leaders said they expect lawmakers to remain “fiscally responsible” after being advised Friday the state faces potential deficits in coming years as federal coronavirus pandemic money dries up. After receiving a presentation about...
FSU ranked 3rd nationally for free speech, highest in Florida
Florida State University ranked third nationally and first in Florida for promoting free expression, according to the 2025 College Free Speech Rankings by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. Florida State University (FSU) was ranked third in the...
Insurer OK’d to take citizens policies
After signing off last week on proposals that would allow private insurers to take as many as 220,035 policies from Citizens Property Insurance Corp., Florida regulators have approved up to 15,000 additional policies leaving the state’s insurer of last resort. The...
Watchdog files ethics complaint against Rep. Byron Donalds over alleged undisclosed stock trades
The Campaign Legal Center filed an ethics complaint against Rep. Byron Donalds, accusing him of failing to disclose over 100 stock trades valued at up to $1.6 million, in potential violation of the STOCK Act The Campaign Legal Center (CLC), a nonpartisan government...
Twenty-three states ask Supreme Court to reverse energy-related decision
(The Center Square) – Twenty-three states are asking the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a lower court decision that the attorneys general say could be a threat to the energy industry. A brief filed this week by Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill and 22 other...
Duke Energy eyes lower rates for 2025
Duke Energy Florida has requested approval to lower residential electric rates by 6 percent in January 2025, citing reduced fuel costs. Duke Energy Florida is seeking approval from the Florida Public Service Commission to lower residential electric rates in January...
Florida could face a water shortage next year, report warns
A Florida TaxWatch report warns that the state could face a water shortage by 2025 due to rapid population growth and underfunded water infrastructure projects, potentially leading to economic setbacks and environmental degradation. Florida could face a water shortage...
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