Democratic PAC says it will spend $20 million on Florida congressional races this year

The House Majority PAC is targeting Cory Mills, Anna Paulina Luna, Laurel Lee, María Elvira Salazar, and Carlos Giménez.

by Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix April 23, 2026April 23, 2026

To provide the most effective SEO-friendly alt-text for this image, it is important to capture the names of the individuals and the context of the photo, as these are likely the primary search terms associated with it. Option 1: Descriptive & News-Focused (Best for SEO) A side-by-side portrait of University of South Florida (USF) students Zamil Ahamed Limon and Nahida Bristy, who were reported missing. Limon is shown on the left in a black tunic, and Bristy is on the right in a pink saree taking a selfie against a sunflower background.

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Missing USF graduate students know each other and aren’t in ICE custody, authorities say

It’s been more than a week since Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy disappeared.

by Jasmin Parrado April 23, 2026April 23, 2026

Hakeem Jeffries speaking at a press conference regarding Epstein files at the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C.

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Jeffries warns Florida GOP that new map will backfire: ‘Dummymandering their way into the minority’

Florida lawmakers are scheduled to begin a special session Tuesday to consider new congressional districts.

by News Service of Florida April 23, 2026April 23, 2026

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis sits at a draped table in Jacksonville, signing SB 1134 and HB 1217 legislation into law, flanked by five officials and American and Florida state flags in the background.

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DeSantis signs bills banning Florida cities and counties from supporting DEI programs, net zero carbon policies

“With DEI, the disfavored groups, number one obviously, would be white males, and I think they’ve been discriminated against,” DeSantis said Wednesday.

by Ana Goñi-Lessan and News Service of Florida April 23, 2026April 23, 2026

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Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ doesn’t have to comply with federal environmental law, appeals court says

“Until Homeland Security officials decide to fund the facility, no final agency action occurs,” Pryor added.

by Liv Caputo and Florida Phoenix April 23, 2026April 23, 2026

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Florida’s historic Burgess Island, a massive private estate developed by a 1920s inventor, hits the market for $89 million

Burgess Island is currently owned by multi-level marketing tycoon and founder of ItWorks, Mark Pentecost.

by Colin Wolf April 22, 2026April 24, 2026

A group of environmental activists in Florida holding handmade signs and colorful paintings of marine life to protest offshore drilling. Visible signs read "Don't Let Big Oil Spoil Our Gulf" and "Save the Endangered Species Act," highlighting a rally for Gulf of Mexico conservation.

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Florida environmental advocates blast Trump’s plan to remove endangered species protections

Last month, U.S. Interior Department’s Endangered Species Committee voted unanimously to exempt oil and gas drilling in the Gulf from environmental standards.

by Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix April 22, 2026April 22, 2026

Florida Chief of Staff James Uthmeier at a press conference in front of the Attorney General seal and American flags, standing at a podium labeled "Investigating OpenAI" with colleagues.

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Florida opens ‘criminal investigation’ into ChatGPT, fueled by FSU shooting

The move comes two weeks after Uthmeier revealed the state’s initial investigation into OpenAI.

by News Service of Florida April 22, 2026April 22, 2026

Real-time Florida wildfire incident tracking map showing Acorn Boulevard fire containment and resource data.

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Florida is experiencing one of the worst wildfire seasons in decades

Since the start of the year, 1,797 wildfires on state and federal lands in Florida have consumed 103,211 acres, according to the Forest Service.

by News Service of Florida April 22, 2026April 22, 2026

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Jay Collins insists he isn’t dropping out of Florida governor race, accuses Byron Donalds of selling ‘drugs’ to kids

The Donalds campaign brushed off Collins’ comments Monday.

by Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix April 21, 2026April 21, 2026

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Florida gas prices dip below $4-a-gallon, but experts say it probably won’t last

In Florida, the average was $3.99 Monday morning.

by News Service of Florida April 21, 2026April 21, 2026

UrbanLink branded Lilium Jet eVTOL aircraft flying over the Miami coastline, featuring its signature distributed electric propulsion system and sleek white fuselage

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Florida Gov. DeSantis signs law allowing tax dollars to fund flying car infrastructure

“You could essentially be looking at something that was envisioned in ‘The Jetsons,’ or maybe ‘The Fifth Element.”

by News Service of Florida April 21, 2026April 21, 2026

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Chief of Staff James Uthmeier at a "Florida Leads" press conference with the American flag in the background.

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‘Climate cartel’: Florida AG subpoenas environmental nonprofit for alleged trade law violations

His investigation marks the latest anti-climate-change policy pushback under Gov. Ron DeSantis.

by Liv Caputo and Florida Phoenix April 17, 2026April 17, 2026

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Florida wants to ban undocumented immigrants from state colleges

by Ana Goñi-Lessan and News Service of Florida April 17, 2026April 17, 2026

U.S. Representative Cory Mills seated at a House Committee hearing behind a nameplate.

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Florida Republican Rep. Cory Mills asked to resign amid sexual misconduct investigation

The comment came after Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell from California and Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales from Texas announced resignations.

by Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix April 16, 2026April 16, 2026

FDLE officials and James Uthmeier at the Miami Regional Operations Center announcing updates on cold case investigations

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Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier’s campaign backed by Big Tobacco, gun companies and more

The gun manufacturer Sig Sauer Inc., which was behind a failed effort in the 2026 legislative session to shield gun makers from liability lawsuits over a defect that isn’t required by federal law, gave the political committee $50,000.

by Jim Turner and News Service of Florida April 13, 2026April 13, 2026

Close-up of a black fuel nozzle at an American gas station with colorful grade selection buttons for regular, mid-grade, and premium gasoline.

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Florida gas prices expected to rise, again, after Trump issues blockade in Iran

Florida’s average had been on a slow decline since April 2, when it hit $4.23 a gallon.

by News Service of Florida April 13, 2026April 13, 2026

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State of Florida launches investigation into ChatGPT for role in FSU school shooting

According to the report, ChatGPT told Ikner how to take the safety off of his shotgun just three minutes before the shooting.

by Liv Caputo and Florida Phoenix April 10, 2026April 10, 2026

Wide-angle view of the Florida House of Representatives chamber in Tallahassee, featuring the iconic white geodesic domed ceiling, a large central chandelier, and rows of dark wooden desks arranged in a semi-circle. The front of the chamber displays digital voting boards, the American and Florida state flags, and portraits of past speakers along the walls.

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‘This is illegal’: Florida Democrats blast coming congressional redistricting session

“It is against the Constitution to redraw maps in favor of a party.”

by Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix April 10, 2026April 10, 2026

Nikki Fried delivering a speech at a reproductive rights event. She is wearing a signature Nikki for Governor shirt, positioned behind a microphone with "Roe the Vote" signage visible.

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Florida Dem Chair Nikki Fried says party has more candidates signing up to run for office than ever have before

“People are just flooding our zone.”

by Ana Goñi-Lessan and News Service of Florida April 10, 2026April 10, 2026

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Democratic PAC says it will spend $20 million on Florida congressional races this year

Missing USF graduate students know each other and aren’t in ICE custody, authorities say

Jeffries warns Florida GOP that new map will backfire: ‘Dummymandering their way into the minority’

DeSantis signs bills banning Florida cities and counties from supporting DEI programs, net zero carbon policies

Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ doesn’t have to comply with federal environmental law, appeals court says

Florida’s historic Burgess Island, a massive private estate developed by a 1920s inventor, hits the market for $89 million

Florida environmental advocates blast Trump’s plan to remove endangered species protections

Florida opens ‘criminal investigation’ into ChatGPT, fueled by FSU shooting

Florida is experiencing one of the worst wildfire seasons in decades

Jay Collins insists he isn’t dropping out of Florida governor race, accuses Byron Donalds of selling ‘drugs’ to kids

Florida gas prices dip below $4-a-gallon, but experts say it probably won’t last

Florida Gov. DeSantis signs law allowing tax dollars to fund flying car infrastructure

‘Climate cartel’: Florida AG subpoenas environmental nonprofit for alleged trade law violations

Florida wants to ban undocumented immigrants from state colleges

Florida Republican Rep. Cory Mills asked to resign amid sexual misconduct investigation

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier’s campaign backed by Big Tobacco, gun companies and more

Florida gas prices expected to rise, again, after Trump issues blockade in Iran

State of Florida launches investigation into ChatGPT for role in FSU school shooting

‘This is illegal’: Florida Democrats blast coming congressional redistricting session

Florida Dem Chair Nikki Fried says party has more candidates signing up to run for office than ever have before

Over a year after his death, Hulk Hogan’s Tampa Bay mansion sells for $6 million

Following ‘Life After Cars’ talk, Transit Now Tampa Bay organizes Saturday canvass for pro-transit candidates

In Ybor City, Angie Nixon and Bernie Sanders rally against ‘lying, cheating, scheming, thieving Ashley Moody’ (w/photos)

Photos: At University of South Florida’s Tampa campus, Angie Nixon rallies the Bulls

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