Florida sheriffs, including Grady Judd, criticize Trump’s mass deportation efforts

“There are those here that are working hard, they have kids in college, are in school, they’re going to church on Sunday, they’re not violating the law, and they’re living the American dream,” he told council members.

by Ana Goñi-Lessan and News Service of Florida March 16, 2026March 16, 2026

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DeSantis criticizes House for not passing vaccine exemption bill amid measles outbreak

As of March 7, 132 cases have been reported this year. Last year, Florida reported only seven.

by News Service of Florida March 16, 2026March 16, 2026

Voters casting ballots in private white voting booths with American flag 'Vote' graphics at a polling place in Verona, Virginia.

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Florida’s version of the ‘SAVE America Act’ heads to DeSantis

Democrats argue it will disenfranchise out-of-state students and seniors, two groups of people who are more likely to not have a valid driver’s license.

by Ana Goñi-Lessan and News Service of Florida March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

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Florida Democrats call for state to suspend gas tax as war in Iran causes pump prices to spike

The average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gas in Florida rose 47.7 cents in the last week according to AAA.

by News Service of Florida March 12, 2026March 12, 2026

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis sitting at a panel for Hope Florida's "Help Finding Help" initiative, joined by community leaders in front of U.S. and Florida flags.

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DeSantis officials linked to Hope Florida scandal confirmed by Senate

House Republicans investigated the matter last year and found the Hope Florida Foundation had no bylaws and didn’t submit its federal tax returns on time.

by Gray Rohrer and News Service of Florida March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

A smiling educator in a red 'Education Unionist' t-shirt holding up a red button that says 'I am THE UNION' at a Florida Education Association (FEA) event.

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Florida Senate passes bill targeting public sector unions

The bill “is intended to be the kill shot to finish the job,” said Florida. Sen. Carlos Guillermo Smith, D-Orlando.

by Gray Rohrer and News Service of Florida March 9, 2026March 9, 2026

Shelves of American-made beer in a grocery store cooler, including packs of Coors Light and Bud Light, highlighting Florida's new beer tax breaks.

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Florida House approves tax breaks for guns, camping gear and American beer

While fiscal impacts of parts of the House and Senate packages have yet to be estimated, the House package is projected to cut state and local revenue by $153.9 million in the next fiscal year.

by Jim Turner and News Service of Florida March 5, 2026March 5, 2026

Close-up of a child wearing a face mask being prepared for a vaccination by a person wearing white medical gloves, who is swabbing the child's upper arm with cotton.

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While measles outbreak spreads through Florida, Republicans advance vaccine exemption bill

by Ana Goñi-Lessan and News Service of Florida March 4, 2026March 4, 2026

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War in Iran will likely impact Florida gas prices

The size and duration of any uptick will depend in part on how long the military operations last.

by News Service of Florida March 3, 2026March 3, 2026

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Florida Republican bill targeting public sector labor unions moves forward

The bill passed on an 11-7 vote, with Sen. Alexis Calatayud, R-Miami, the only Republican voting against it.

by Gray Rohrer and News Service of Florida March 3, 2026March 3, 2026

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Florida has third-most measles cases in U.S.

Florida is on track to be the second-highest.

by News Service of Florida February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

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Florida Senate unanimously approves bill to regulate AI data centers

Exact details of the plans, however, such as the exact footprint or technical aspects, could remain under wraps for up to a year.

by Jim Turner and News Service of Florida February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

A man speaks at an outdoor event from a podium decorated with the U.S. Constitution and American flag designs, with multiple flags displayed around the stage and trees in the background.

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Florida Department of Health moves to cut thousands from AIDS drug program

In January, Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo said the drop in coverage was because of a shortfall of $120 million in federal money, but HIV advocates say that isn’t the case.

by News Service of Florida February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

Low-angle shot of a woman wearing a blue "USA" hat holding a large, vertical, framed photo of Charlie Kirk and an American flag. She stands on a grassy area beside a paved road lined with small American flags. In the background, someone holds an American flag umbrella and there is a woman in a black dress.

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Charlie Kirk Day approved by Florida House

The measure also designates a portion of S.W. 107th Avenue in Miami-Dade County as “Charlie Kirk Memorial Avenue.”

by Jim Turner and News Service of Florida February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

Architectural rendering of the new Tampa Bay Rays stadium in Tampa Florida, featuring a modern glass pavilion roof and a vibrant fan plaza.

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Recreational pot advocates lose court battle a week ahead of petition deadline

Smart & Safe Florida must submit at least 880,062 valid signatures statewide and meet congressional district signature thresholds by Feb. 1 to put the issue on the ballot.

by Jim Saunders and News Service of Florida January 26, 2026January 26, 2026

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Florida sheriffs, including Grady Judd, criticize Trump’s mass deportation efforts

DeSantis criticizes House for not passing vaccine exemption bill amid measles outbreak

Florida’s version of the ‘SAVE America Act’ heads to DeSantis

Florida Democrats call for state to suspend gas tax as war in Iran causes pump prices to spike

DeSantis officials linked to Hope Florida scandal confirmed by Senate

Florida Senate passes bill targeting public sector unions

Florida House approves tax breaks for guns, camping gear and American beer

While measles outbreak spreads through Florida, Republicans advance vaccine exemption bill

War in Iran will likely impact Florida gas prices

Florida Republican bill targeting public sector labor unions moves forward

Florida has third-most measles cases in U.S.

Florida Senate unanimously approves bill to regulate AI data centers

Florida Department of Health moves to cut thousands from AIDS drug program

Charlie Kirk Day approved by Florida House

DeSantis, Florida Cabinet vote to give away 22-acres of HCC campus for new Rays stadium

Recent freezes cause more than $3 billion in Florida agriculture losses

Florida will give $50 million to local law agencies for immigration enforcement

Florida Gov. DeSantis will be asked to add 22-acres of HCC campus for new Rays stadium

DeSantis’ ‘AI Bill of Rights’ stalls in House

Recreational pot advocates lose court battle a week ahead of petition deadline