DeSantis says he was left with unemployment system designed to fail
Florida's unemployment woes is translating into a political spat between Gov. Ron DeSantis and former governor U.S. Sen. Rick Scott. DeSantis said he essentially inherited a system that was designed to fail.
Congress debates extending unemployment benefits
More closed door negotiations are taking place in Congress as leaders try to hash out a deal for another coronavirus relief package.
Federal response to coronavirus
A small but singularly influential group is a driving force for an agreement on a stalled coronavirus relief bill: Endangered Senate GOP incumbents who need to win this fall if Republicans are going to retain control of the majority.
Trump and Biden to debate 3 times before election
The 2020 election year is unlike any other as the nation is under the grips of a coronavirus pandemic. At three presidential debates are planned before November.
President Trump calls Florida voting system 'safe and secure,' encourages absentee ballot or vote-by-mail
The President previously called for the 2020 election to be delayed, arguing that unsubstantiated allegations that increased mail-in voting will result in fraud.
Gov. DeSantis says Florida in 'good spot' for elections
President Trump in a morning tweet continued his attack on mail-in-voting and the potential legitimacy of the election.
DeSantis discusses schools reopening
Gov. Ron DeSantis held a meeting with doctors in Orlando about the reopening of schools.
Speculation growing over Biden running mate
With less than 100 days until the 2020 presidential election, speculation is growing over possible picks for running mates for Joe Biden.
Vice President Mike Pence visits Florida
Vice President Mike Pence visited South Florida on Monday to announce progress with a coronavirus vaccine.
Would politicians send their kids back to the classroom?
U.S. Senator Rick Scott supports kids returning to class this fall but he says his own grandchildren will stay home. However, he thinks schools will be safe for Florida's children.
RNC in Jacksonville canceled
President Donald Trump on Thursday canceled the Jacksonville component of the Republican National Convention.
Creative measures to keep voters safe at the polls
Central Florida counties are getting creative to keep voters safe when they go to the polls. In Seminole County, for example, they have literally taken thousands of Q-tips, wrapped them individually in aluminum tape, and will give them to voters to use as a disposable stylus – when voters have to sign the iPad during check-in at the polls.
Gov. DeSantis says schools will reopen next month
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis made it clear on Wednesday that he wants schools to reopen next month, saying the risk of keeping schools closed far outweighs sending kids back to the classroom.
Candidate for Orange County Sheriff says signs are being stolen
A candidate for Orange County Sheriff says his signs keep getting stolen.
Reaching out to college voters
With colleges shut down during the coronavirus pandemic leaves the big political parties finding new ways to reach potential voters.
Orange County Property Appraiser will not face charges
Orange County Property Appraiser RIck Singh will not face criminal charges after two former employees accused him of misconduct.
Protesters interrupted DeSantis during coronavirus briefing
A group of protesters disrupted a news conference held by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday, calling for his resignation.
Florida voter registration deadline is just days away
Voters who want to switch party affiliations also must make the changes by Monday.
Reports: RNC may be held outdoors in Jacksonville
President Donald Trump has reportedly ordered that outdoor venues be explored for the Republican National Convention in Jacksonville next month.
Boaters come out to show support for Trump 2020
Hundreds of people came out on Saturday to support President Trump during the Keep America Great 2020 Clermont Boat Parade Trump Rally.