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Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed a measure that will lead to the history of communism being taught in grades…
March 6, 2024
Lawakers approve history of communism for schools
Under a bill co-sponsored by Rep. Robert Charles Brannan III of Macclenny, the history of communism would be taught in…
February 14, 2024
Should schools teach the history of communism?
Rep. Robert Charles Brannan III of Maccleny proposes that schools teach the history of communism in grades as low as…
February 7, 2024
Bill that would restrict pride flags stalls in committee
The bill to restrict flags flown on public buildings stalled in a Senate committee hours after Gov. Ron DeSantis supported…
January 22, 2024
Fees proposed for excessive challenges to schoolbooks
HB 7025 calls for people who make objections to more than five materials during a calendar year to be assessed…
January 18, 2024
Florida education board takes aim at diversity programs
The State Board of Education on Wednesday approved rules that will prevent colleges from spending money on diversity, equity and…
December 22, 2023
Legislature attacks AI abuse as technology spreads
Legislative proposals target issues such as potential defamation of people using AI in media and use of the technology in…
December 6, 2023
Here are the governor’s priorities in 2024-25 budget
Gov. Ron DeSantis proposed a variety of tax cuts and spending on such things as teacher salary increases and police…
November 15, 2023
Lawmakers may allow spouses to live in veterans facilities
A Florida Senate panel backed the proposal, which also would apply to parents of military members who died in service.…
October 25, 2023
Florida alleges Facebook and Instagram addict children
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has sued Meta, the parent company of the two social media platforms.…
September 27, 2023
Florida sports betting faces a new challenge
Two parimutuel companies are challenging a multibillion-dollar gambling deal with the Seminole Tribe.…
September 15, 2023
Over 100,000 new students got Florida school vouchers
A total of 242,929 students have enrolled in 2,098 private schools using vouchers through the state’s expanded programs.…
September 6, 2023
Moms for Liberty co-founder appointed to ethics panel
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday appointed Tina Descovich to the Florida Commission on Ethics, which reviews conduct by public officers…
August 24, 2023
Special magistrates could weigh schoolbook disputes
State education officials set the stage Wednesday for special magistrates to hear disputes about issues such as parents’ objections to…
August 3, 2023
AP Psychology classes ‘effectively banned’ in Florida
The College Board says the state objects to content on sexual orientation and gender identity.…
April 28, 2023
Florida Senate votes to block DEI spending in higher education
Two of Northeast Florida’s senators voted against the bill. Two voted in favor.…
March 30, 2023
Here’s how local lawmakers voted on gun law changes
Democratic legislators from Northeast Florida voted against a bill that allows people to carry guns without licenses. Republicans voted yes.…
March 23, 2023
Massive expansion of school vouchers sent to governor
The Republican-controlled Senate passed the measure Thursday amid warnings from Democrats like Sen. Tracie Davis of Jacksonville.…
March 17, 2023
House passes major school voucher expansion
The bill would make every Florida student eligible for taxpayer-backed school vouchers — a priority of House Speaker Paul Renner…
February 9, 2023
Athletic board drops questions about students’ menstrual cycles
The Florida High School Athletic Association voted to remove questions about athletes’ menstrual history from a form required to participate…
January 31, 2023
DeSantis wants to scrap college diversity programs
Gov. Ron DeSantis proposed a slate of reforms to eliminate what he considers a left-leaning political agenda in higher education.…
January 20, 2023
UNF spends $3.5 million on diversity and inclusion
The University of North Florida — like other universities — had to report its diversity expenses as the state fights…
December 22, 2022
DeSantis seeks grand jury probe into COVID-19 shots
Saying that COVID-19 vaccines have been “pushed on Americans,” Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday asked the state Supreme Court to…
December 13, 2022
State to scrutinize Duval Schools’ LGBTQ support guide
The State Board of Education is slated this week to scrutinize LGBTQ support guides and bathroom policies for transgender students…