Race for Congress heats up in Central Florida
After U.S. Rep. Val Demings announced she is exploring a run for the U.S. Senate against, at least two candidate have emerged as a possible replacement for Demings. State Sen. Randolph Bracy on Tuesday announced his candidacy for Florida's 10th congressional district and on Wednesday, former State Attorney Aramis Ayala threw her hat in the race.
Biden doubling FEMA funding for this hurricane season
President Biden on Monday announced that he is doubling funding for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) extreme weather preparations.
When Florida will be expanding gambling
Florida lawmakers on Wednesday gave final approval to a 30-year sports-betting deal with the Seminole Tribe that promises to rake $2.5 billion into state coffers over the first five years of the agreement.
Gambling deal teed up for final approval
With legal battles looming over the expansion of gambling in Florida, lawmakers are poised to pass a sweeping deal that would give the Seminole Tribe control of sports betting throughout the state.
Florida Senate approves gaming commission
The Florida Senate on Tuesday approved a measure that would create a state commission to oversee gambling in the state, after making a change that would allow lawmakers to be appointed to the panel.
Val Demings exploring Senate run against Rubio
Democratic Congresswoman Val Demings says she is 'seriously considering a run for the Senate' against Republican incumbent Sen. Marco Rubio.
Gambling special session begins
As lawmakers prepare to decide whether to approve a $2.5 billion gambling deal with the Seminole Tribe of Florida, the tribe is trying to assuage concerns about part of the agreement that could open the door to the legalization of online betting in the state.
Report: Gaetz investigation expands
The Department of Justice is expanding their investigation into U. S Congressman Matt Gaetz, according to a report by The Tampa Bay Times. The newspaper is reporting that the DOJ is now looking into how Gaetz may have used his influence to craft laws and rules about medical marijuana. At this time, Gaetz is not charged with any crimes.
Gov. DeSantis calls cruise industry halt 'fundamentally unfair'
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention just announced the next steps that will bring the cruise industry closer to sailing again. First will come test cruises to be followed by restricted passenger voyages. However, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said the CDC has been taking too long to green-light sailings and expressed his frustration at a news conference in Satellite Beach on Wednesday.
Trump's online platform now live
Former President Donald Trump has launched a blog space on his website where he can post messages that can be shared by others to Twitter and Facebook, sites where he remains banned.
Charlie Crist announces his run for Florida governor
Rep. Charlie Crist will make another bid to become Florida's next governor. He made the announcement Tuesday morning on Facebook and then made it official during an appearance in St. Petersburg.
President Biden delivers fist address to Congress
President Joe Biden declared Wednesday night in his first address to a joint session of Congress that "America is rising anew," and pointed optimistically to the nation's emergence from the pandemic as a vital moment to rebuild the U.S. economy and fundamentally transform government roles in American life.
Lawmakers give boost to guns at church
A proposal that would let people with concealed-weapons licenses pack heat at churches or other religious institutions that share properties with schools is heading to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Florida to gain congressional seat next year, bringing total to 28
With continuing population growth, Florida will gain one congressional seat next year, bringing its total to 28, the U.S. Census Bureau announced Monday.
Report: Val Demings considering run for statewide office
Rumors are swirling that Rep. Val Demings is considering a run for a statewide office, possibly for governor or senator in 2022.
DeSantis calls unemployment benefits 'fine' in response to proposed increase
Gov. Ron DeSantis called the state's unemployment benefits fine in response to a question about a bill that would raise the weekly benefits.
Controversial 'anti-riot' bill headed to Gov. DeSantis
Republican lawmakers handed Gov. Ron DeSantis one of his top legislative priorities Thursday, with the Florida Senate giving final passage to a contentious law-and-order measure spawned by nationwide protests after last year’s death of George Floyd.
FOX 35 looks at DOJ legal documents in Greenberg investigation
Former Seminole County Tax Collector Joel Greenberg is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice and is facing several charges ranging from sex trafficking to embezzlement. According to records from a Seminole County audit, more than a million dollars was allegedly spent erroneously.
Florida Senators introduce 'CRUISE Act' to revoke CDC's no-sail order
Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio joined Alaska Senator Dan Sullivan to introduce the Careful Resumption Under Improved Safety Enhancements (CRUISE) Act on Tuesday.
Investigation into Rep. Matt Gaetz
The investigation into Congressman Matt Gates is expanding as federal agents are now looking through text messages.