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As the Florida Legislature holds a special session this week tackling only one issue -- immigration -- Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a roundtable on Wednesday in Titusville signaling a possible veto of the bill that lawmakers passed on Tuesday night.
President Donald Trump-endorsed candidates Jimmy Patronis and Randy Fine won their Republican primaries in the special elections to replace former Florida Reps. Matt Gaetz and Mike Waltz, notching wins in reliably conservative districts.
Republican lawmakers Sunday filed a flurry of bills to crack down on undocumented immigrants and place additional restrictions on the ballot initiative process.
On the eve of a special legislative session called by Gov. Ron DeSantis, Republican lawmakers Sunday filed a flurry of bills to crack down on undocumented immigrants and place additional restrictions on the ballot initiative process.
As President Donald Trump cracks down on immigration, lawmakers in some Democratic-led states are proposing new ways to resist his efforts.
Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference Thursday afternoon in Jacksonville.
When the sun rose on the Gulf Coast Wednesday, palm trees were dusted with snow, waves crashed on icy beaches, and overjoyed Southerners grabbed whatever would slide and headed for the closest hill.
Mapmakers and teachers are re-thinking what to call the gulf of water between Mexico, the United States and Cuba after President Donald Trump ordered it renamed from the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America.
In a rare sight in Florida, snow plows were deployed across the state on Tuesday and into Wednesday morning to help clear the roads of snow and ice.
The winter storm spreading snow, sleet and freezing rain across the southern United States has broken records, treating the region to unaccustomed perils and seasonal joy.
When you think about the Panhandle of Florida you think of Destin, Pensacola, 30A, and white sandy beaches. On Tuesday, those sandy beaches turned into white SNOWY beaches!
The Sunshine State is preparing to face its first winter storm since 1989, and parts of the Florida Panhandle have already begun to see snow accumulate on the ground, and social media users throughout the state have already started to post videos and images capturing the rare occurrence.
Governor Ron DeSantis on Tuesday is set to hold a news conference at the State Emergency Operations Center in Tallahassee as a powerful winter storm is beginning to hit Florida.
Governor Ron DeSantis said Tuesday afternoon that Florida could see a record amount of snow in the Panhandle over the next 24 hours as a rare winter storm hits the state.
Western Northeast Florida counties like Baker, Bradford and Columbia are expected to face the most severe conditions locally as extreme cold temperatures sweep through Florida over the next few days.
Governor Ron DeSantis issued a state of emergency Monday evening ahead of a winter storm that is forecast to impact North Florida beginning Tuesday evening.
After Florida voters rejected the last effort to legalize the recreational use of marijuana, the push to get it back on the ballot is already underway.
Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference with Attorney General Ashley Moody and other officials Wednesday morning in Winter Haven.
Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference with Attorney General Ashley Moody and other officials Wednesday morning in Winter Haven.
A Florida state lawmaker has filed a bill that would ban some of the state’s public colleges and universities from admitting students who are in the country without legal permission.
A Florida state senator introduced a bill Tuesday that would prohibit colleges and universities from accepting applications or admitting undocumented students.
House Speaker Mike Johnson has ordered that flags at the U.S. Capitol be raised to their full height on Inauguration Day.
Governor Ron DeSantis called on Florida lawmakers to approve additional hurricane relief for homeowners and to work on reforms for the state’s condominium market.
U.S. flags at President-elect Donald Trump's private Mar-a-Lago club are back to flying at full height.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday morning announced plans to reform Florida’s petition and amendment process, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is calling state lawmakers into a special session to help carry out President-elect Donald Trump’s promises for a swift crackdown on immigration.
Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference from the Florida Capitol on Monday morning.
Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference from the Florida Capitol on Monday morning.
During a press conference at Trinity Christian Academy in Jacksonville, Gov. Ron DeSantis highlighted Florida’s education reforms emphasizing their potential as a national model.
President-elect Donald Trump hosted 22 of the nation’s 27 Republican governors for dinner at his Florida club, looking to help drive the agenda in conservative-run states after he takes office in 11 days.
Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference with environmental officials Thursday morning in South Florida.
Governor Ron DeSantis on Wednesday said the state of Florida has offered help to assist the people of California in responding to deadly wildfires that have prompted mandatory evacuations of more than 80,000 people.
Officials marked a significant milestone Wednesday with the launch of the Florida University Space Research Consortium, a partnership between three universities and the Kennedy Space Center that aims to enhance space research and technology capabilities.
A statewide grand jury convened at the request of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has found no evidence of criminal activity concerning COVID-19 vaccines.
Florida condominium owners are looking at higher costs from condo associations in the new year.
On Tuesday, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet approved a $317 million investment to protect Florida’s critical lands, and Duval County is among those to benefit.
With Marco Rubio likely going into Trump's cabinet and DeSantis weighing his political future there's uncertainty for the future of the Senate seat and Governor's office. Over the weekend Lara Trump withdrew her name and Matt Gaetz indicated he might run for either office.
Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of President-elect Donald Trump, says she’s removing herself from consideration to be a Florida senator.
Thirty years after Florida required schools to teach African American history, how the subject is taught remains inconsistent across Florida classrooms, a review by The Associated Press has found.
The chief medical examiner in St. Johns County wants to replace the county’s aging Medical Examiner’s Office and is requesting funding from the state.
For decades, largescale engineering projects for development and agriculture drained and partitioned South Florida's Everglades, a vast wetlands landscape home to endangered and threatened species and a vital source of drinking water for millions of Floridians.
Florida authorities say they're pursuing a criminal case against a man accused of trying to assassinate President-elect Donald Trump for a car crash that occurred after his arrest.
A release from the governor’s office indicated the news conference would be “on a matter of law and order” but did not offer specifics.
DeSantis was joined by Florida Department of Veterans Affairs Director James “Hammer” Hartsell to recognize Purple Star schools and districts.
President-elect Donald Trump has held a wide-ranging news conference in which he took questions from reporters for the first time since winning the election.
Donald Trump huddled with allies and a Republican cause célèbre at the Army-Navy football game.
Rep. Fentrice Driskell, Democratic Leader of the Florida House of Representatives, is urging action on the expansion of the Florida KidCare program.
President-elect Donald Trump’s recent dinner with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his visit to Paris for the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral were not just exercises in policy and diplomacy.
President-elect Donald Trump is offering a public show of support for Pete Hegseth, his embattled choice to lead the Pentagon.
Pete Hegseth has spent the week on Capitol Hill trying to reassure Republican senators that he is fit to lead President-elect Donald Trump’s Department of Defense in the wake of high-profile allegations about excessive drinking and sexual assault.
Months after Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration introduced controversial plans to bring golf courses, resort-style lodges and pickleball courts to state parks, a Stuart lawmaker filed a measure to make such proposed changes off-limits.
President Donald Trump’s controversial pick to lead the Department of Defense, Pete Hegseth, is facing growing scrutiny over his past and qualifications.
A new report from the Florida Policy Institute reveals Live Local Act might not be cutting it for some professions, like educators, firefighters and law enforcement officers.
Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump’s Pentagon pick, is fighting to hold on to his Cabinet nomination amid growing questions about his personal conduct as the president-elect’s team considers alternatives, including Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Heavy hearts and profound sadness this morning as family members, friends, fellow police officers, fire rescue, first responders, and the community come together to remember these brave individuals who were killed in a tragic accident in Palm Beach County.
Donald Trump's health team picks includes outspoken critics of the medical establishment and COVID-19 health measures.
A group of Northeast Florida fishermen is voicing frustration over what they call “cronyism” in the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) permit system for red snapper fishing.
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Dr. Jay Bhattacharya to lead the National Institutes of Health.
Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo has issued guidance against community water fluoridation, citing potential neuropsychiatric risks associated with fluoride exposure.
Governor Ron DeSantis announced a 17-day extension to Florida’s 2024 Gulf Red Snapper recreational fishing season, allowing families and visitors additional opportunities to fish during the holiday season.
On Wednesday, the FWC announced that it is offering a 50% discount on select hunting and fishing licenses through Jan. 3, 2025, including the annual and five-year Gold Sportsman license, along with the Youth Lifetime Sportsman licenses.
Senator Marco Rubio’s nomination as Secretary of State in President-elect Donald Trump’s administration has launched widespread speculation about who might fill his Senate seat if the nomination is confirmed.
As President-elect Donald Trump names his picks for his new administration from his private club in Palm Beach and prepares to return to the White House, he’s bringing the Sunshine State with him.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday said he has instructed Florida Secretary of State Cord Byrd to formulate and immediately announce a schedule for special elections. This follows the expectation that Florida Congressmen Matt Gaetz and Mike Waltz will join President-elect Donald Trump’s administration next year.
President-elect Donald Trump says he will nominate Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida to serve as his attorney general, opting for a loyalist who has built a national reputation as a disruptor and has vowed to dramatically overhaul the Justice Department.
With its beaches, amusement parks, and great weather, it‘s no secret that Florida is a hotbed for tourism, and according to recent data, those tourism numbers are only getting stronger.
President-elect Donald Trump has filled key posts for his second term in office, prioritizing loyalty after feeling like he was hampered by internal squabbles during his first term.
The leader of the Federal Emergency Management Agency says a worker has been fired after she directed workers helping hurricane survivors to avoid homes with yard signs supporting President-elect Donald Trump.
Susie Wiles, President-elect Donald Trump's pick as White House chief of staff, has decades of political experience but has largely shunned the spotlight.
Amendment 1 reached 55%, meaning Florida voters chose to keep school board elections as they are now, non-partisan. One person who paid close attention to the developments was Duval County school board member, Warren Jones. Jones is wrapping up his final days on the board, as he is now term-limited out.
Amendment 4, a ballot proposal that would have enshrined abortion rights in the Florida Constitution, failed Tuesday, giving a major political victory to Gov. Ron DeSantis — and dealing a huge blow to abortion-rights supporters.
Amendment 3, which would’ve legalized the use of recreational marijuana in Florida, failed Tuesday after it fell short of the 60% threshold needed for its approval.
Two years after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the future of abortion rights in Florida is expected to be decided Tuesday.
Election Day marks the final chapter in one of the most bewildering, unpredictable and consequential sagas in political history.
Q. Proposed amendments to Florida’s Constitution have caused a stir this election cycle. While the primary focus has been on amendments surrounding cannabis and abortion, an amendment involving public funding for campaigns is raising questions too.
A federal judge has continued to block the head of Florida’s health department from taking any more steps to threaten TV stations that air commercials for an abortion rights measure on next week’s ballot.
At least two dozen states have passed or proposed “alien land laws” targeting Chinese nationals and companies from purchasing property or land because of China’s status as a foreign adversary.
A Republican state senator claimed Friday that state agencies misused millions of dollars in taxpayer money on a campaign to sway Floridians to vote “no” on Amendment 3, which would legalize the personal use of marijuana for those 21 years and older.
A Republican state senator claimed Friday that state agencies misused millions of dollars in taxpayer money on a campaign to sway Floridians to vote “no” on Amendment 3, which would legalize the personal use of marijuana for those 21 years and older.
Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo will hold a news conference Thursday morning in Cape Coral.
The U.S. Postal Service says it has reopened all of its mail processing centers in areas of Florida and North Carolina hit by recent hurricanes.
An investigative panel on Monday alleged that a Putnam County judge appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis last year abused her authority through the “improper use” of judicial contempt power “in direct contravention of clearly established procedures and law.”
Gov. Ron DeSantis awarded $1 million to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Foundation Monday in Steinhatchee to help fishing communities impacted by Hurricane Helene and Milton.
