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Gov. DeSantis signs HAVEN Act, expanding protections for domestic, dating violence
Under the soon-to-be effective measure, Florida will study a first-in-the-nation silent alert system for victims unable to safely call 911.
Nick Howland to be next Jacksonville City Council President, with Joe Carlucci to be next VP
Both winners said they wanted unity and collaboration through the next year.
Health department warns Clay County residents to avoid Duck Creek after blue-green algae found
The Florida Department of Health in Clay County has issued a health alert after harmful blue-green algae toxins were detected in Duck Creek, warning residents and visitors to avoid contact with the water.
Mike Haridopolos endorses Erin Huntley for HD 45
'She’ll be a tireless advocate for families in District 45 and a strong conservative voice in the Florida House.'
Supreme Court rejects Florida's bid to sue Western states over commercial driver's licenses for immigrants
The case the court turned away Tuesday stems from a crash in Florida last year that killed three people.
Shevrin Jones considers run for Congress — only if Frederica Wilson is ready to retire
The South Florida Democrat is in line to be Senate Democratic Leader, but would forgo that to make a run for federal office.
Judge says Florida can use new congressional map for Midterms
Joshua Hawkes' decision will likely be appealed.
Jay Collins on Ron DeSantis: 'I'm grateful for his support'
But there's still no formal endorsement.
Tina Polsky won’t seek re-election in November, opening Senate seat
2 well-known Democrats are already looking at running to succeed her.
Carmine Marceno backs Susan Frantz in HD 78 bid
Her campaign emphasizes her work with families in crisis, cancer patients, small-business owners and young leaders in the region.
Joshua Burgin: Florida’s local officials are on the front line of defense. Most don’t know it yet.
Florida’s local leaders face urgent cybersecurity threats hiding in plain sight.
Budget conference: Lawmakers want to spend millions on affordable housing
The Legislature wants to fully fund the state's affordable housing trust funds.
Local and state leaders back Joshua Simmons for Coral Springs Mayor
'Joshua brings people together to solve problems, and he is exactly the kind of mayor Coral Springs deserves.'
Turning Point Action endorses Sydney Gruters in CD 16
Gruters has paired national conservative support with local law enforcement backing.
'Representation matters': Majority of Florida's DNC members slam Debbie Wasserman Schultz's CD 20 run
Under Gov. DeSantis' new map, Florida's longest-serving Democratic Congresswoman is running in a Black plurality district.
Redistricting shuffle: CD 20 candidate drops out, backs former rivals, blasts Debbie Wasserman Schultz
‘This seat should never become a political fallback plan or a vehicle for political survival.’
Spotlight On: Saby Mitra, Dean, University of Florida, Warrington College of Business
Saby Mitra discusses AI, workforce development, and UF’s expansion into Jacksonville.
Unemployment rate increases for fourth straight month in Florida
Florida's jobless figure stood at 4.8% in April, a jump more than 1 percentage point compared to a year ago.
‘We need Michael’: Emily Gregory endorses Michael Ferguson for HD 100
The House’s newest Democratic member is adding her name to a growing list of people backing Ferguson’s bid.
Palm Beach teachers union backs Christina Romelus for School Board
‘Our members appreciate her commitment to public education.’
Wasserman Schultz’s FL-20 run ‘undermining Black political power,’ DNC members say
Almost all of Florida’s elected DNC members said she made a “politically convenient” decision “undermining Black political power.”
Associated Industries of Florida endorses Mike Suarez in HD 64
'I look forward to working alongside AIF to advance policies that support Florida families, small businesses, and our growing economy.'
More families struggling with cost of food, No Kid Hungry Florida poll says
Floridians are facing tough choices as they struggle to afford groceries.
Budget conference: Goodbye preeminent funding for Florida's top universities
Last year the Legislature approved $40 million. This year: $0.
Jorge Martinez latest Republican to challenge Darren Soto in redrawn CD 9
The Orlando business ran his own accounting firm in Central Florida for more than three decades.
Massive fire rips through South Florida junkyard, spreads to businesses
Thick, black smoke permeated the air Monday evening as crews battled a massive fire that began at a junkyard in Opa-locka.
Budget conference: Central Florida Zoo could get $750,000 as it cares for Sloth World survivors
The zoo has stepped up to care for the surviving animals from Sloth World.
Gas prices rise 50% since February, straining Florida drivers and businesses
Plans for the summer family road trip may be stalled if something isn't done about fuel prices.
Sprinkle list: Tampa Bay lands big bucks for Sheriff’s training facility, African American cultural center
Mental health, affordable housing and advanced metering also landed supplemental funds.
Sprinkle list: Lawmakers steer millions toward South Florida projects
Last-minute legislative earmarks sent millions toward South Florida education, healthcare and infrastructure initiatives.
7+ Florida Politics Now: discussing the budget special session
On this episode, we’re discussing the budget special session.
Budget conference: House, Senate aligned on $1M for off-world data backups
Lawmakers may strap a rocket to the 3-2-1 rule.
Budget conference: Pinellas Science Center lands $350K, but it’s a fraction of what was sought
Sen. Darryl Rouson and Rep. Berny Jacques had requested $2.5M.
Budget conference: Pinellas Science Center lands $350K, but it’s a fraction of what was sought
Sen. Darryl Rouson and Rep. Berny Jacques had requested $2.5M.
Budget conference: State prosecutors, public defense lawyers to get pay bumps and more jobs, but there's a huge disparity
State Attorney Offices are teed up for more jobs and bigger raises, creating a recruitment and retention issue for Public Defenders.
Jacksonville to roll out elaborate ceremony at Veterans Memorial Wall honoring fallen heroes
Memorial Day honors start early in Jacksonville at the monument honoring about 1,700 fallen veterans.
Budget conference: House and Senate strike land deal on USF transfer to New College
The biggest concern for lawmakers to bridge an agreement stemmed from money — not land.
FSU pushing for increased civics teaching in schools to reconnect with Memorial Day meaning
FSU educators are concerned that a recent poll shows only 48% of Americans know why Memorial Day was established.
Florida ranks as third-best state for Summer road trips
The Sunshine State was the highest-ranked Southern state for road travel.
Budget conference: Lawmakers strike a deal on state parks, environmental projects and kill Ocklawaha River project
A budget deal was reached on how much to fund state parks.
Dave Hyde: Sports lessons in a 20-minute commencement speech
Ray Lewis recently offered a window into his Hall of Fame football career. He said it turned at the University of Miami when he decided who he wanted to be. “Before I leave here, I will be the greatest Hurricane to ever walk through this university,” Lewis said to North Carolina Central University graduates. “That wasn’t arrogance. That was identity.” It’s one of my favorite seasons in sports: ...
‘No regrets’ - Actress Pauline Stone celebrates 80th birthday in style
The call to Pauline Stone Myrie's 80th birthday celebration at Pompano Beach in South Florida arrived many weeks ago by way of a glittering black, gold and white evite. After studying it, one knew immediately this was a not-to-be-missed milestone celebration, one that Pauline wanted to keep small and intimate between family and close friends.
Sporting Jax's debut season ends in Super League semifinals
Sporting Jax's inaugural women's soccer season ended in a semifinal shutout against Carolina Ascent FC. Here's what we know about the next steps.
Jimmy Patronis cheers on transportation improvement bill funding up to $580B
'This is about common sense. Washington’s outdated rules are slowing down American business and driving up costs.'
Florida health officials confirm measles infections
Two measles cases confirmed in Orange County, Florida, including a child. Learn how this highly contagious disease spreads and its incubation period.
Gov. DeSantis orders flags to half-staff for Memorial Day
Flags at state and local buildings will fly at half-staff from sunrise until noon Monday.
Child Protection Faith Summit elevates Byron Donalds at summit in Washington, D.C.
'There is no greater measure of a nation than how it treats its children — especially the vulnerable, the forgotten, the abused, the trafficked, and the abandoned.'
Democrats push back on arts funding cuts during Orlando Fringe, budget talks
Democrats spoke at "The State of Arts in F%king Florida" panel at the Orlando Fringe.
Suspect dead after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says
Officials identify 21-year-old Nasire Best as man who fired shots near the White House Saturday and was killed by law enforcement.
Winner and Loser of the Week in Florida politics
UF's presidential mess deepens, Debbie Wasserman Schultz plays it safe, and the Tampa Bay Rays clear another hurdle.
'This chaos needs to end': Yet another shooting in President's proximity rattles Republicans
Leaders allied with Trump react.
Law enforcement authorities are responding to reports of shots fired near White House
An investigation is ongoing.
Budget conference: House says 'no' to Ron DeSantis security after he steps down
Should taxpayers pay for Ron DeSantis' security for a year after he leaves office?
Hope Florida's chroniclers head west: Alexandra Glorioso and Lawrence Mower bound for Austin
Florida's Capitol press corps is about to get smaller.
Gators, Knights face uphill climb in softball Super Regionals
Florida, UCF face win-or-go-home games today. Florida, UCF face win-or-go-home games today.
Budget conference: House unwilling to fund meal delivery for struggling Northeast Florida seniors
Will some of Florida's most vulnerable residents go hungry?
Budget conference: Atlantic Beach water projects prioritized by Kiyan Michael funded
Good news for the Northeast Florida beach town.
Budget conference: House, Senate agree on operating money for UF Health
A bipartisan effort brings home the bucks.
Music venue part of new entertainment district proposed in downtown Tampa
WFLA News Channel 8 On Your Side in Tampa Bay Florida
'Today, history moved forward in Florida' as House agrees to Groveland 4 compensation
'We are now one step closer.'
Governor taps health, banking, business leaders for Northwest Florida State College board
The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Florida Senate.
Governor taps health, banking, business leaders for Northwest Florida State College board
The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Florida Senate.
Blake Dowling: The Falcons Crest — a story of falconry
Falconry offers a rare look into ancient hunting traditions.
Budget conference: House triples Miami soccer stadium road project offer as Senate sticks at nil
The House is now offering $5M to the project. The Senate, nothing.
Budget conference: Florida State nets $174M in PECO funding
The sum includes nearly a $92M investment in the joint FAMU-FSU College of Engineering.
Budget conference: House, Senate align on 5 Tampa Bay area road projects
It's more progress as negotiations continue.
Budget conference: With Rays MOUs signed, $50M suddenly finds its way into state budget for Hillsborough College
Senate Budget Chief Ed Hooper is warning that it's not a done deal though.
Budget conference: House offers $200M for local roads, moves toward Senate on jobs, space and housing
But lawmakers still have more to settle before agreeing on a final budget.
UF projects top $75M in PECO list
Projects at the Norman Fixel institute and College of Dentistry are in line for PECO funding.
Budget conference: House agrees to Senate cost-of-living adjustments for retired ‘special risk’ employees
'The water is boiling; we’ll put the vegetables in shortly.'
Black leaders question Debbie Wasserman Schultz run in CD 20
Shevrin Jones and other members of the Florida Legislative Black Caucus questioned the choice.
Budget conference: USF Sarasota-Manatee transfer to New College teed up, but funding transfer appears dead
The House had sought a funding transfer as part of the deal, but has now pulled back.
In these divisive times, Blaise Ingoglia requesting security isn’t scandalous, it’s public safety
Blaise Ingoglia has come under fire for not wanting to die.
Burned USF Marine Science Lab’s aging roof had never been replaced
The University of South Florida Marine Science Lab that went up in flames earlier this month in St. Petersburg was up to code, inspection reports show.
Florida's future Speakers line up behind Kevin Steele in CD 14
'Kevin Steele is a true Florida success story.'
Robin Peguero endorses ‘real deal’ Richard Lamondin for SD 38
Peguero said Lamondin has shown ‘exactly the kind of leadership SD 38 needs in Tallahassee.’
Redistricting shuffle: James Martin stays put as new money leader in CD 21
Both he and Bernard Taylor will stay in the race as Pia Dandiya shifts to a neighboring seat.
Gov. DeSantis snaps back at red snapper setback
The season almost began before a judge put the start on pause.
Redistricting shuffle: Pia Dandiya shifts candidacy to open CD 22, leaving Brian Mast challenge behind
She enters the new race with an endorsement from Nikki Fried and $1.17M cash on hand.
Seven Florida State University faculty members elected to the Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of Florida
Seven distinguished faculty members from Florida State University have been elected as new members of the Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of
Gov. DeSantis approves bills to help high school athletes, including one inspired by Teddy Bridgewater
Coaches will get more leeway and support in doing their jobs of mentorship.
Elijah Manley slams decision by Debbie Wasserman Schultz to run in CD 20
The Democratic candidate said a move that could reduce Black representation is no better than Republicans' redistricting efforts.
DeSantis signs Florida bill on H.S. sports transfers, coaches' pay
The bill is meant to curb frequent high school athlete transfers and boost pay for coaches.
Debbie Wasserman Schultz decides to run in CD 20, joining crowded Democratic Primary
A new congressional map dismantled her seat.
Tide Blown Out By Florida 13-3
The 5th seeded Florida Gators run rules the 4th seeded Alabama Crimson Tide 13-3 at the SEC Tournament on Thursday. The Gators got revenge for the 3 game sweep in March.
Fecal bacteria risk at South Florida beach prompts health warning ahead of busy Memorial Day weekend
Tests completed on Thursday showed the bacteria levels exceeded the level that has been established by state guidelines.
Leela Gray picks up endorsement of fellow veteran and DCCC co-chair Jason Crow
The Colorado Democrat serves as co-chair of candidate recruitment for the DCCC.
This conservation nonprofit founder says he’s the GOP’s best shot at retaking HD 87
Jonathan Rubin says local Republican voters have soured on the party’s preferred candidate in the district.
Ron DeSantis reveals how he exacts vengeance with budget vetoes
'Difficult' legislators won't get what they want.
Blaise Ingoglia backs Senate offer to provide security for Ron DeSantis after he leaves office
'You do not know what's out there.'
FSU Health expands speech and hearing services with new mobile clinic
Florida State University’s College of Communication and Information, through its School of Communication Science and Disorders, will launch the FSU Health
NHL named Sports League of the Year
From the players returning to the Winter Olympics, the GR8 Chase, and two outdoor games in Florida, The NHL was named Sports League of the Year at the Sports Business Awards
Earle Ford drops CD 13 bid, announces run for CFO
His departure largely clears the path for Leela Gray to challenge Anna Paulina Luna.
Florida Gators win USA Today 2025-26 All-Sports Trophy
The Florida Gators claimed the 2025-26 USA Today Network SEC All-Sports Title, their first since 2017-18 and 29th overall.