Andrew Warren: Florida prosecutor sues DeSantis over removal over abortion
An elected Florida prosecutor who was removed from office by Gov. Ron DeSantis because of his positions on abortion and transgender rights filed suit Wednesday to get his job back, saying the Republican leader violated his First Amendment rights.
Could a 2024 White House bid affect DeSantis' gubernatorial run? Strategists say it could
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has been strategic in deflecting any 2024 presidential talk as he endeavors in his gubernatorial re-election campaign in the Sunshine State.
Nikki Fried leads in Democratic primary for Florida governor, UNF poll shows
A recent poll conducted by the University of North Florida shows candidate Nikki Fried ahead of Charlie Crist in the Democratic primary election for governor, but behind Republican incumbent Ron DeSantis in a head-to-head race among registered voters.
Andrew Warren: Florida prosecutor vows to fight Gov. DeSantis suspension
A Florida prosecutor vowed Sunday to fight his suspension from office by Gov. Ron DeSantis over his promise not to enforce the state’s 15-week abortion ban and support for gender transition treatments for minors.
Gov. Ron DeSantis appoints Renatha Francis to Florida Supreme Court
Two years after justices thwarted his first attempt to place Renatha Francis on the Florida Supreme Court, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday tapped the Palm Beach County circuit judge to serve on a high court dominated by conservative jurists.
Now that Hillsborough State Attorney Andrew Warren is suspended — what's next?
After the removal of Hillsborough County State Attorney Andrew Warren, a local judge was tapped to replace him during his suspension and the Republican-controlled Florida Senate must decide whether to reinstate Warren.
Gov. DeSantis suspends Hillsborough State Attorney Andrew Warren for 'neglect of duty'
Gov. DeSantis announced the suspension of State Attorney Andrew Warren in Hillsborough County, effective immediately.
$450 checks per child being sent to Florida families: See if you qualify
If you got a check in the mail for $450 from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, don't throw it away.
Gov. Ron DeSantis focuses on efforts to win school board races
Emphasizing that school-board elections have a "significant impact" on families, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday focused heavily on his support for candidates who align with his education agenda as he helped kick off an event held by the conservative group Moms for Liberty.
Reedy Creek firefighter union endorses Governor DeSantis despite law dissolving district
While the governor has signed a law to dissolve the Reedy Creek Improvement District, its fire union says they're confident their members will be taken care of.
Challenges to Florida's new race instruction law continue as 'Stop WOKE Act' takes effect
As a new Florida state law dubbed the “Stop WOKE Act” took effect Friday, businesses and a university professor continued battling to block its restrictions on how race-related concepts can be addressed in workplace training and schools. They argue that the law violates First Amendment rights.
Some new Florida laws will boost DeSantis’ conservative base
About 150 bills will become laws in Florida on Friday — several of which Gov. Ron DeSantis is using to motivate his conservative base as he seeks reelection and a possible 2024 bid for president.
Florida Supreme Court approves DeSantis request for grand jury to investigate trafficking, sanctuary cities
The Florida Supreme Court has unanimously approved Gov. DeSantis' request for a statewide grand jury to investigate immigration-related issues such as the smuggling of undocumented children, human trafficking, and sanctuary cities.
Gov. DeSantis signs 'Miya's Law,' named for murdered Orlando college student
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday signed a bill that will require apartment landlords to conduct background checks on employees, a response to the September murder of a Valencia College student.
Florida expands eligibility for Bright Futures scholarships: What's new
Florida high school students applying for the state’s college and vocational school scholarship program will be able to substitute paid work experience for volunteering under a bill signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday.
What you can save during Florida's tax-free week
"Freedom Week" is a tax-free holiday that begins on July 1 through July 7. Heres what is exempt during the holiday.
DeSantis expands eligibility for Bright Futures scholarships
Florida high school students applying for the state’s college and vocational school scholarship program will be able to substitute paid work experience for volunteering under a bill signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday.
Gov. DeSantis signs bills on smoking bans, grandparents visitation rights
Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed 35 bills on Friday, including a law allowing local governments to ban smoking on beaches and in parks and vetoed five, including legislation that would have made it easier for businesses to sue local governments over ordinances.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Supreme Court abortion ruling: 'Prayers of millions have been answered'
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis says the "prayers of millions upon millions of Americans" have been answered following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the 1973 Roe v. Wade case that legalized abortion nationwide, letting the states have the final say.
Disney delaying relocation of employees from California to Florida
The Walt Disney Company said the timeline to move around 2,000 high-paying jobs from California to Orlando, Florida's Lake Nona community has been delayed.