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.
DeSantis assails YouTube over removal of COVID-19 video
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday railed against YouTube and Google for removing a video of a COVID-19 discussion he had with scientists who oppose government lockdowns, school closures and mask wearing, calling it censorship. YouTube officials told media outlets the video was removed because of misinformation.
Gun shop owner reacts to President Biden's executive action
President Joe Biden put on a modest White House ceremony Thursday to announce a half-dozen executive actions to combat what he called an "epidemic and an international embarrassment" of gun violence in America.
Former aide to Matt Gaetz says FBI contacted him
Nathan Nelson, a former director of military affairs for Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., pushed back against the FBI after he said two agents questioned him as part of an ongoing investigation of the congressman.
Electric vehicle fees back on legislative agenda
More people are buying electric cars, and now Florida lawmakers are moving forward with legislation that would significantly raise fees for owning them.
Calls for investigation into alleged Florida election fraud
The Miami-Dade County state attorney has charged former Florida Sen. Frank Artiles with election fraud for allegedly propping up a sham candidate in a razor-thin Senate contest in which an incumbent Democrat was ousted by a Republican challenger in November.
President Biden doubles COVID-19 vaccination goal
Before taking office, President Joe Biden vowed to have 100 million shots administered by the end of his first 100 days. That milestone was passed a week ago. Now he’s aiming for 200 million shots administered before his first 100 days expire.