April 18, 2025
Juan Carlos Lopez Gomez was arrested just over the Georgia border and was held despite having a birth certificate.…
News from around the state of Florida
April 18, 2025
FSU students gather at vigils the day after shooting
Some FSU studentsreturned to retrieve their belongings less than a day after they had barricaded classroom doors.…
April 17, 2025
House passes bill to protect parks from development
The legislation would prevent development such as golf courses, lodges and pickleball courts at Florida state parks.…
April 16, 2025
Florida lawmakers aim to make child care less expensive
A bill in the Florida Legislature would streamline inspections for child care providers.…
April 16, 2025
Fewer people are traveling out of state for abortions
The number of people coming to Florida for abortions dropped dramatically from 2023 to 2024.…
April 14, 2025
Judge faults state in manatee deaths and calls for protections
The judge said the state has violated the federal Endangered Species Act by failing to regulate wastewaster discharges properly.…
April 14, 2025
Florida House seeks records on state agency spending
The GOP-led House is seeking a broard array of documents regarding spending by the DeSantis administration.…
April 11, 2025
Senate president unveils compromise on tax relief
The compromise would make some clothes and shoes tax-free and would study whether to eliminate property taxes.…
April 10, 2025
Legislature integrates Gulf of America into schools and laws
Here’s how your legislators voted on two Gulf of America bills.…
April 9, 2025
School districts beg Florida lawmakers not to slash bonuses for accelerated students
Florida’s education funding could cost local districts millions if incentives for accelerated programs are reduced.…
April 9, 2025
Universities face sweeping audits under Florida DOGE
The state DOGE has demanded that universities turn over a vast set of documents regarding staffing, research and grants.…
April 7, 2025
Cooler weather is coming; will it be our last cold front?
As April progresses, cold fronts will become more scarce and we will slowly say goodbye to Florida’s dry season.…
April 3, 2025
Hurricane season could be busier than usual (again)
Colorado State University is foreasting 17 named storms, nine hurricanes and four major hurricanes.…
April 3, 2025
Beryl, Helene and Milton retired as hurricane names
A hurricane name is retired after the storm causes many deaths or significant damage.…
April 1, 2025
Hemp proposal would regulate THC beverages in Florida
A bill in the state Senate would require retailers to have liquor licenses to sell THC-infused beverages.…
March 31, 2025
DeSantis proposes $1,000 tax rebates for homeowners
Gov. Ron DeSantis said property tax rebates could be issued in December if the Legislature acts now.…
March 27, 2025
Senate backs off on starting school day later
The Senate voted to undo a law passed in 2023 and let districts decide on their own when to start…
March 27, 2025
House passes reforms on medical malpractice suits
See how your legislators voted on the malpractice bill.…
March 26, 2025
32 years ago: The ‘No Name Storm’ hit Florida
The unusual March storm brought snow, tornadoes, storm surge and winds gusts of 90 mph.…
March 25, 2025
Lawmakers may further ease work rules for children
Sen. Tracie Davis of Jacksonville spoke against a bill that would roll back restrictions on kids as young as 14.…
March 20, 2025
FWC seeks comments about proposal for black bear hunting
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has scheduled a series of virtual meetings about bear hunting.…
March 19, 2025
Florida legislation could lead to more schoolbook removals
Under the bill, school districts could not consider a book’s literary value when the book is challenged as harmful.…
March 18, 2025
Sides clash over malpractice bill from Jacksonville senator
Sen. Clay Yarborough sponsored a bill that would clear the way for more malpractice lawsuits over patient deaths.…
March 18, 2025
Spring break in Florida: Dangerous seas and fire risk
North Florida can expect temperatures in the 40s this week as spring break begins with a cold front.…