Florida Republicans try again to ban political, Pride flags on government buildings

This is the fourth time Borrero, from Miami, has attempted this legislation.

By Liv Caputo/Florida PhoenixNovember 10, 2025November 10, 2025

This is the fourth time Borrero, from Miami, has carried this legislation. It’s died each year before reaching either the House or Senate floor.

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Florida Democratic lawmakers urge DeSantis to declare a food access state emergency

Tampa Rep. Fentrice Driskell leads the effort with Sen. Lori Berman.

by Christine Sexton and Florida Phoenix October 28, 2025October 28, 2025

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Photos: Charlie Kirk mourned at vigils across Tampa Bay

Attendees include Lt. Gov. Jay Collins, a Jan. 6 insurrectionist and a Jesus cosplayer.

by Dave Decker and Selene San Felice September 25, 2025September 25, 2025

Aerial view of downtown Tampa at sunset, with glowing streaks of highway traffic winding through the foreground and tall skyscrapers lit against a colorful sky of orange, pink, and blue clouds.

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Tampa Monitor: City says portions of its Women & Minority Business Enterprise program have been suspended

The news came to light at the latest CRA meeting.

by Michael Bishop and The Tampa Monitor September 15, 2025September 15, 2025

Two smiling people pose for a selfie outdoors on a sunny day, one wearing a black T-shirt and glasses and the other in a white graphic shirt, baseball cap, and sunglasses, holding up a phone to capture the photo.

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In Tampa, state lawmakers warn DeSantis’ DOGE could cut support for LGBTQ programs

‘I think you need to be prepared for what is coming,’ warned state Sen. Carlos Guillermo Smith.

by Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix September 15, 2025September 15, 2025

Smiling woman with long gray hair and glasses poses outdoors, wearing a bright blue blazer over a patterned top. She has pearl earrings and red lipstick, with trees and blurred greenery in the background.

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Former Hillsborough County Commissioner Kimberly Overman joins congressional race in Florida’s District 15

She’s one of four candidates already in the primary.

by Alisha Durosier September 9, 2025September 12, 2025

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Vaccines and guns: DeSantis gives a sneak peek at 2026 legislative agenda [PHOTOS]

He’s going for open carry again.

by Mitch Perry, Christine Sexton and Florida Phoenix September 8, 2025September 9, 2025

Protesters hold up colorful signs, one reading 'BUG OFF ICE!' in yellow and black, and another reading 'DEFEND BIG CYPRESS' in red, black, and green, during an outdoor demonstration.

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Florida plans to resume bringing immigrants to Everglades facility

TALLAHASSEE — Florida plans to resume taking in immigrants at a controversial detention center in the Everglades if an appeals court pauses a judge’s order that required winding down operations at the facility, a new court filing says.

by Jim Saunders and News Service of Florida September 4, 2025September 5, 2025

A speaker stands at a podium addressing a seated audience, with two American flags and two Florida state flags behind them, in front of a red curtain.

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DeSantis comes to Hillsborough County and defends signing controversial land-use law

VALRICO — Manatee County Commissioners have voted to join a lawsuit challenging a new state law (SB 180) that restricts local governments from regulating developments.

by Mitch Perry and Florida Phoenix September 4, 2025September 5, 2025