Group protests against bill on transgender athletes
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed a wide-ranging education bill that includes a ban on transgender females participating on girls’ and women’s high-school and college sports teams. Critics say the legislation is purely political and not aimed at solving a real problem. It was also notable that DeSantis the legislation into law on the first day of Pride Month.
One-on-one with Bill Nelson
Former U.S. Senator Bill Nelson discusses his plans as the new NASA Administrator.
President Biden attends Memorial Day wreath-laying ceremony
President Joe Biden honored U.S. soldiers who paid the ultimate sacrifice by laying a wreath Monday at Arlington National Cemetery and calling on Americans to commemorate the fallen for the pursuit of democracy.
Controversial auto insurance bill on governor's desk
A controversial bill is awaiting a signature by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to become law. Some industry experts say it could raise automobile insurance rates.
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.
Rep. Stephanie Murphy announces she will not run for Marco Rubio's Senate seat
She said that she will instead focus on helping strengthen the Florida Democratic Party ahead of the midterm elections.
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.
Gov. DeSantis signs bill blocking big tech 'censorship'
He singled out social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter that have removed former President Donald Trump.
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.
Fla. Senate signs off on gambling deal; heads to House next
In a nearly unanimous vote, the Florida Senate on Tuesday approved a gambling deal with the Seminole Tribe of Florida that would include allowing sports betting in the state.
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.
Former tax collector Joel Greenberg pleads guilty to 6 charges
Joel Greenberg has pleaded guilty to six of the nearly three dozen charges he faced, including sex trafficking of a minor, and he admitted that he had paid at least one underage girl to have sex with him and other men.
Joel Greenberg to plead guilty to 6 charges
Joel Greenberg, a key figure in the federal investigation of Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz, has agreed to cooperate with federal investigators and admits paying an underage girl to have sex with him and other men, according to court documents filed Friday.
Legal expert weighs-in on report Joel Greenberg to change plea in federal court
As part of a plea agreement, former Seminole County Tax Collector Joel Greenberg may be willing to spill the beans about possible dirty dealings involving Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz and others, legal experts say.
Back in Florida, deported military spouse takes on new mission
Alejandra Juarez was deported after living undocumented in the U.S. for 20 years. She came here illegally, fell in love with a Marine, and gave birth to American daughters. Her humanitarian parole allows her to stay in the U.S. for at least a year, but if it’s not renewed, she could be deported again.
Report: DOJ investigating Rep. Gaetz on medical marijuana influence
The report says that the Department of Justice is looking into how Gaetz may have used his influence to craft laws and rules about medical marijuana.
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.