November 15, 2023
A Florida Senate panel backed the proposal, which also would apply to parents of military members who died in service.…
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November 15, 2023
Heavy rain and strong winds due in Florida this week
Two developing storm systems — one over the Gulf of Mexico, the other over the southwestern Caribbean — are to…
November 13, 2023
Universities defy order to shut down pro-Palestinian groups
Two of Florida’s biggest universities fear legal liability if they follow a DeSantis order to shut down pro-Palestinian organizations on…
November 13, 2023
John Rutherford discusses his support of Donald Trump
The congressman discussed Trump, oil drilling, the House speaker and more in a wide-ranging interview with The Florida Roundup.…
November 1, 2023
Seminole Tribe plans major gambling expansion in Florida
The tribe will add roulette, craps and sports betting at its casinos in Florida in December.…
November 1, 2023
Gun safety classes plummet after concealed carry changes
Applications for concealed carry permits have dropped by about 64% since Florida eliminated the need for training and a permit…
November 1, 2023
Appellate court considers North Florida redistricting
The court is expected to rule by Nov. 22 the elimination of a Black-majority district stretching from Jacksonville to Gadsden…
November 1, 2023
Attorney general urges court to reject abortion initiative
Attorney General Ashley Moody filed a brief contending the proposal should be kept off the 2024 ballot because the wording…
October 24, 2023
Proposed law would force drivers out of the left lane
The bill would make it illegal to use the left lane unless attempting to pass other motorists.…
October 19, 2023
Bathroom rules now apply to private schools in Florida
Students and faculty at private colleges and universities will only be allowed to use facilities that align with the sex…
October 18, 2023
Preserving a wildlife corridor in the shadow of Magic Kingdom
The world’s most-visited theme park has become one of the most important links in a corridor for wildlife spanning the…
October 18, 2023
Racism rises again a century later in Rosewood
David Allen Emanuel Sr. was convicted of hate crimes for menacing people who plan to memorialize the horrific racial violence…
October 6, 2023
State defends redistricting in North Florida
Secretary of State Cord Byrd wants an appellate court to overturn a ruling that the plan violated the rights of…
October 6, 2023
Appeals court urged to block Florida’s Chinese property law
Opponents say the law targets people based on national origin, which would violate the Fair Housing Act.…
October 5, 2023
Citizens customers must decide on switch to private insurance
More than 300,000 customers have until Oct. 10 to decide on an offer to change insurers.…
October 5, 2023
Florida claims Juul improperly marketed to children
Attorney General Ashley Moody filed a lawsuit Wednesday seeking to prevent Juul Labs from marketing e-cigarettes to children.…
October 4, 2023
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office defends anti-riot law
The Florida Supreme Court heard arguments in a lawsuit filed by civil rights groups, including the Northside Coalition of Jacksonville.…
October 4, 2023
Trial ends early on North Florida’s congressional lines
A federal three-judge panel is set to issue a decision on the constitutionality of North Florida’s congressional districts by early…
October 4, 2023
Florida Supreme Court sets hearing on marijuana initiative
The proposed constitutional amendment would allow recreational use of marijuana by people ages 21 and older.…
October 3, 2023
Canadian wildfires send dangerous smoke to Florida
A smoky haze can be seen over much of Florida, including the First Coast. Air quality in some areas has reached…
September 29, 2023
Multiple ethics violations await DeSantis’ signature
As Gov. Ron DeSantis campaigns for president, more than 40 ethics violations have not yet been finalized, according to the…
September 29, 2023
Sports betting in Florida still paused despite court ruling
As legal challenges grind through state and federal courts, gamblers in Florida shouldn’t plan on placing sports bets from their…
September 29, 2023
Hurricane Ian, 1 year later: A story of resiliency and hope
Floridians are still picking up what was lost a year ago during Hurricane Ian, the third-costliest natural disaster to hit…
September 27, 2023
Florida sports betting faces a new challenge
Two parimutuel companies are challenging a multibillion-dollar gambling deal with the Seminole Tribe.…