Florida Senate Bill 202 Brings Human Touch Back to Insurance Claims

Florida is taking a stand. Senate Bill 202 promises to shake up the way insurance claims are handled, demanding a real human say the final “yes” or “no” on claim denials. No more cold, unfeeling algorithms deciding your financial fate without a...

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Five to the Tampa Port Authority

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Christopher Carrere and Mark Kaplan and the reappointment of Patrick Allman, William “Ted” Conner, and Chad Harrod to the Tampa Port Authority. Christopher Carrere...

Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Charles Faircloth Jr. to the Reemployment Assistance Appeals Commission

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Charles Faircloth Jr. to the Reemployment Assistance Appeals Commission. Charles Faircloth Jr. Faircloth is the Chairman of the Reemployment Assistance Appeals...

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Virginia “Ginger” Watkins to the Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority 

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Virginia “Ginger” Watkins to the Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority. Virginia “Ginger” Watkins Watkins is currently retired and previously served as Chair of the...

Elections in the Triad: Candidates for the City of Greensboro

It’s election season in the Triad, and we are committed to giving readers an opportunity to hear from all of the candidates who are on the ballot for the upcoming election. This week and next, readers can see the answers to five questions that...

Florida School Boards Association names Flagler's Lauren Ramirez to newest class of Emerging Leaders

Ramirez is one of 16 Florida School Board members elected in 2024 to earn the distinction by completing a minimum of 48 hours of the FSBA's New School Board Member Training and attending two forums. By Florida School Boards Association | 2:12 p.m....

Kristine Zonka Appointed to Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees; Ronald Howse Reappointed

Health Leader and Business Executive Named to Key Roles on EFSC Board of Trustees Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed Kristine Zonka, DNP, to the Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees. Zonka currently serves as Administrator and Health...

Government shutdown enters 24th day, Bucs look to bounce back and pumpkin patches around Tampa Bay

Good evening, Tampa Bay. We're wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. Your Weather Planner It will be another mostly sunny and breezy day for Saturday. Highs will be in the mid to...

Florida’s Republican CFO attacks city of Miami’s spending, demands tax cut

Florida’s chief financial officer brought his tax-cut campaign to Miami on Thursday, using some basic math to insist the city spends too much on salaries and services. State CFO Blaise Ingoglia rested his argument on what he described as...

Political polarization

It has long been clear that the Democrat Party has lost touch with reality, but to attribute the beginning of our current polarization to President Ronald Reagan is new. It is based on the convenient ignorance of three basic facts: (1) Reagan...

Florida Lawmakers Propose Making Flamingo The Official State Bird

FLORIDA - Florida lawmakers are once again considering a change to the state’s official bird. A new proposal, Senate Bill 150, filed by Senator Ana Maria Rodriguez of Doral, would designate the American flamingo as Florida’s state bird and the...

Florida Senator Rick Scott Blasts Democrats For Pay Hypocrisy Amid Government Shutdown

Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) appeared on Fox Business’ Mornings with Maria Fridazy to criticize Democrats for the ongoing government shutdown, accusing them of blocking Republican efforts to fund the government while continuing to collect their own...

Florida’s restriction on concealed carry under 21 is unconstitutional, Broward judge rules

The section of the Florida law prohibiting adults under age 21 from carrying a concealed firearm is unconstitutional, a Broward judge ruled Friday. Effectively dismissing a case against a Fort Lauderdale resident who turns 20 in December, Broward...

Government shutdown may affect SNAP benefits

As the federal government shutdown stretches on, thousands of Marion County families who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) could face a gap in food benefits next month. SNAP, formerly known as food stamps, is the...

Florida county considers unpopular land swap with national forest

by Craig Pittman Sometimes I think the most “Florida” county of the 67 —the one that best encapsulates the good and bad of the Sunshine State —is Wakulla County up in the Panhandle. It contains lots of wild natural beauty, and the politics can be...

New Florida bill to require license for e-bikes, updates driver’s licensing test

A newly filed bill in Florida is aiming to change the way the Sunshine State regulates high-speed electric bicycles. If it passes, it could have significant implications for riders and retailers alike. The proposed legislation, HB 243, was filed...

As DeSantis, Florida House speaker fight over property tax reform, Senate moves deliberately

Property taxes will be a big issue on the election ballot in 2026. Our Central Florida Media Collaborative partners at WUCF made it the focal point of its “Newsnight” program Friday, with News 6’s Stephanie Rodriguez appearing to discuss the...

Florida lawmaker moves to replace ‘child pornography’ mentions in state statute

Rep. Jessica Baker wants to replace every mention of “child pornography” in statute with “child sexual abuse material.” Credit: Florida House of Representatives Because viewing images of children being sexually abused is illegal, Florida shouldn’t...

SNAP delays loom for Florida families amid government shutdown

ORLANDO, Fla. – Carina Patterson says she applied for SNAP benefits last month to feed her family, but due to the government shutdown, her application is in limbo. “I do see I have Medicaid for me and my children, but as far as food assistance...

Gov shutdown threatens SNAP benefits, Florida pantries brace for increased food demand

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- The government shutdown is impacting how families put food on the table. Starting Nov. 1, SNAP benefits will be paused for millions of Americans nationwide if the shutdown is not resolved. Benefits issued in October remain...