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Florida home sales drop in August, but prices hold steady
Florida's housing market saw a decline in closed sales across most areas in August, while median home prices remained stable. Florida’s housing market experienced a decline in closed sales across nearly every Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) in August, while median...
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Florida gets second-quarter tourism boost
TALLAHASSEE --- Florida saw increased tourism during the second quarter of 2024, while it continues trying to get the international market back to pre-pandemic levels. With the totals driven by tourists from other parts of the U.S., Visit Florida on Thursday estimated...
Jimmy Patronis urges probe into UF spending under former president Ben Sasse; Governor’s Office in discussions with university leadership
Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis on Thursday called upon the State University System Board of Governors to investigate alleged financial mismanagement at the University of Florida under former President Ben Sasse, as DeSantis' office has engaged in an inquiry into reports...
Poll: recreational marijuana initiative sees enough support for passage
A new poll shows that 63 percent of likely Florida voters support the legalization of recreational marijuana, surpassing the 60 percent threshold needed for the amendment's passage. A new poll published on Thursday found that 63 percent of likely Florida voters favor...
Special session? Dem leadership calls for convening over vetoed funding
House Democratic Leader Fentrice Driskell requested a special Legislative Session to overturn Gov. Ron DeSantis' line-item vetoes, arguing that the cuts threaten public programs and could lead to economic harm across the state. Florida House Democratic Leader Fentrice...
Targeting recreational marijuana legalization, Sen. Joe Gruters announces legislation to ban public smoking
Sen. Joe Gruters, one of the sole Republicans to support recreational legalization efforts, announced proposed legislation that would ban smoking in public spaces statewide. Sen. Joe Gruters announced proposed legislation on Thursday that would ban smoking in public...
Florida officials work to divest from Chinese government-owned companies
(The Center Square) — The Florida State Board of Administration Audit Committee met this week to discuss the Sunshine State's investment performance and some changes that will impact foreign investment from certain countries. Chris Spencer, the SBA executive director,...
State tax estimates get $2 billion bump
TALLAHASSEE --- State economists on Wednesday increased general-revenue projections by a total of about $2 billion for the current fiscal year and next year, giving a boost to lawmakers as they start preparing to draw up a budget during the 2025 legislative session. A...
Poll: Florida marijuana and abortion amendments fall short of needed approval, but support is growing
A new poll shows that support for two high-profile constitutional amendments on Florida’s 2024 ballot—legalizing marijuana and protecting abortion rights—remains below the 60 percent threshold required for passage, though the large constituencies of undecided voters...
Polk County school bus camera contract pays company for each “valid violation,” but contract appears to violate state law
A Polk County bus camera monitoring contract with Verra Mobility calls for $49 payments for each traffic violation that meets specific criteria, but such payments are banned under state law. With students already back at Polk County Public Schools this week, district...
Ashley Moody files FOIA request over handling of terror watchlist in Florida
Attorney General Ashley Moody filed a FOIA request to obtain details from the Department of Homeland Security about individuals on the terrorist watchlist who may be residing in Florida, citing a lack of communication and intelligence-sharing from DHS. Attorney...
Scott leads Mucarsel-Powell in tightening Senate race, poll shows
A new poll shows Republican Senator Rick Scott leading Democratic challenger Debbie Mucarsel-Powell in Florida's U.S. Senate race, though the contest remains competitive as a portion of voters still undecided. Republican Senator Rick Scott holds a four-point lead over...
Gaetz aims to hold off primary challenge in Florida’s 1st District race
Incumbent U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz is facing a primary challenge from Aaron Dimmock, but polling suggests Republicans are likely to retain Florida's 1st Congressional District in the upcoming election. (The Center Square) — Incumbent U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., is...
Court to weigh ‘Legislative Privilege’
TALLAHASSEE — In a potentially far-reaching case, an appeals court Tuesday said it will hear arguments next month in a dispute about whether Florida lawmakers should be shielded from testifying in lawsuits. The 1st District Court of Appeal scheduled a hearing Sept. 17...
Florida’s cultivated meat ban faces constitutional challenge in federal court
A California-based company filed a federal lawsuit challenging Florida's new law banning cultivated meat, arguing the legislation is unconstitutional and aims to protect the state's traditional agriculture industry from out-of-state competition rather than addressing...
Harris narrows gap in Florida, gains ground among independents and women
A new poll shows Vice President Kamala Harris making slight gains against former President Donald Trump in Florida, narrowing the gap to 5 percentage points, with her support particularly strong among independent voters and women, despite the state's Republican...
DeSantis endorses Laurel Lee for reelection, bolsters statewide Republican support
Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed Congresswoman Laurel Lee on Tuesday for her reelection in Florida's 15th Congressional District, highlighting her prior service as Florida’s Secretary of State. Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed Laurel Lee on Tuesday in her reelection bid for the...
State says tech law needs closer look
More than three years after Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Republican-controlled Legislature approved a law to place restrictions on social-media platforms, Florida says a First Amendment fight about the law should go back to a federal district judge for a closer look....
Wilton Simpson pushes support for right to fish and hunt amendment
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson took. to social media on Tuesday to advocate for Amendment 2, a proposed constitutional amendment that would enshrine the right to fish and hunt in the state. Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson took to...
Florida metro areas to see continued apartment growth despite economic challenges
Florida's major metropolitan areas are expected to maintain a surge apartment construction, driven by strong demand but potentially tempered by rising borrowing costs and a focus on luxury developments that could exacerbate affordability issues. Florida’s major...
Florida’s small businesses continue to struggle with inflation despite modest optimism
Florida's small businesses continue to struggle with inflation and labor shortages, despite a slight increase in optimism, as ongoing cost pressures and declining sales challenge operations. Florida's small businesses continue to grapple with persistent inflationary...
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The Floridian
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