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....

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...

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 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...

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...

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 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...

Florida teen accused of throwing rock at ICE vehicle after father's arrest

Florida teen accused of throwing rock at ICE vehicle after father's arrest NOW. IT IS 5:00 AND IT FEELS LIKE FALL OUTSIDE. WE LOVE IT. THANKS FOR STARTING YOUR DAY WITH US. I’M CHRISTINA WATKINS. GOOD MORNING EVERYONE. GREAT TO HAVE YOU WITH US....

Florida man throws rock through ICE agent’s car window as his father was being arrested: Police

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. - A Florida man is facing felony charges after police say he shattered a federal agent’s car by throwing a large rock at its window. What we know: According to the Port St. Lucie Police Department, officers were sent to a Wawa...

Florida’s largest retirement community seeks $130M muni bond deal to fund 2,800-home expansion

The Villages is betting big on the municipal bond market to keep its housing boom alive. The sprawling 57,000-acre retirement empire in central Florida is selling nearly $130 million in high-yield municipal bonds to fund a 2,800-home district,...

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...

Florida Is Attacking Its Python Problem With Snake Leather Shoes

Florida never ceases to amaze. Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the state’s latest effort to control the Burmese python problem in the Everglades involves turning the snakes into handbags, belts, and other “ethical exotic” leather goods. It’s...

Florida lawsuit over medical marijuana users owning guns paused

The Texas case does not involve medical-marijuana patients — it stems from the discovery of a gun and drugs during an FBI raid of the home of Ali Danial Hemani as part of a criminal investigation. Hemani was charged under the law prohibiting drug...

Florida cattlemen have beef with Trump's plan to import from Argentina

Florida cattle ranchers are opposing a plan to import more beef from Argentina to lower prices. The Florida Cattlemen's Association argues the move threatens American producers and raises food safety concerns. Ranchers suggest high input costs,...

Florida family fights to bring teen home from Israeli prison: “An American is an American"

A Florida family is hoping the Secretary of State will free their 16-year-old son who is being held in an Israeli prison after he was accused of throwing rocks at Israeli settlers in the West Bank. FOX 13’s Kellie Cowan reports. TAMPA, Fla. - U.S....

Florida News That Impacts You – October 24th, 2025

Florida News That Impacts You – October 24th, 2025 Bottom Line: Your daily recap of the biggest news from around the state that impacts you throughout the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast. Governor DeSantis announced nearly $1 billion in auto...

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...