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.
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.
"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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Elon Musk suggests he would vote for Ron DeSantis for president in 2024 election
Elon Musk says he is predicting a red wave in 2022, and suggested he is leaning toward voting for Gov. Ron DeSantis for president, should he decide to run in 2024.
Elon Musk says he is predicting a red wave in 2022, and suggested he is leaning toward voting for Gov. Ron DeSantis for president, should he decide to run in 2024.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis sees net worth dip
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ net worth dropped just over 8.5 percent in his third year as the state’s chief executive.
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ net worth dropped just over 8.5 percent in his third year as the state’s chief executive.
Gov. DeSantis orders flags at half-staff to honor Pulse victims
Sunday marks six years since the terror attack that claimed 49 lives at the club on Orange Ave. in Orlando.
Sunday marks six years since the terror attack that claimed 49 lives at the club on Orange Ave. in Orlando.
Gov. DeSantis signs bills to help Florida veterans get jobs
“I’m proud to be governor of a very military friendly state. I served in Florida for a time on active duty, and it’s really, really meaningful that you have the people that are wearing the uniform get genuine support from the community,” said DeSantis, who served as a Navy officer.
“I’m proud to be governor of a very military friendly state. I served in Florida for a time on active duty, and it’s really, really meaningful that you have the people that are wearing the uniform get genuine support from the community,” said DeSantis, who served as a Navy officer.
DeSantis’ administration asks court to reject redistricting case
Lawyers for Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration this week asked a federal court to toss out a challenge to a new congressional redistricting plan — or to at least put the lawsuit on hold while other redistricting cases are resolved.
Lawyers for Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration this week asked a federal court to toss out a challenge to a new congressional redistricting plan — or to at least put the lawsuit on hold while other redistricting cases are resolved.
Gov. DeSantis vetoes controversial Everglades bill
Gov. Ron DeSantis has vetoed a controversial bill that he said could hinder Everglades restoration work. Environmental groups had urged the governor to veto the measure, arguing it could lead to destruction of the wetlands.
Gov. Ron DeSantis has vetoed a controversial bill that he said could hinder Everglades restoration work. Environmental groups had urged the governor to veto the measure, arguing it could lead to destruction of the wetlands.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signs bill to improve school safety in Florida
“Every child needs a safe and secure learning environment,” said Gov. DeSantis.
“Every child needs a safe and secure learning environment,” said Gov. DeSantis.
Florida fires back in race-related instruction fight
Lawyers for Gov. Ron DeSantis and Attorney General Ashley Moody are fighting an attempt to block a state law and regulations that limit the way race-related issues can be taught in public schools and in workplace training.
Lawyers for Gov. Ron DeSantis and Attorney General Ashley Moody are fighting an attempt to block a state law and regulations that limit the way race-related issues can be taught in public schools and in workplace training.
DeSantis: Special Olympics USA athletes to compete regardless of COVID vaccination status
Governor Ron DeSantis was in Orlando on Friday to announce the change that was demanded by officials in the state of Florida.
Governor Ron DeSantis was in Orlando on Friday to announce the change that was demanded by officials in the state of Florida.
Gov. DeSantis nixes mask punishment for Florida schools
Breaking from the Legislature’s efforts to punish school districts that imposed mask mandates during the COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday directed Florida’s new education commissioner to ignore a plan that would have made the districts ineligible for $200 million.
Breaking from the Legislature’s efforts to punish school districts that imposed mask mandates during the COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday directed Florida’s new education commissioner to ignore a plan that would have made the districts ineligible for $200 million.
Florida Supreme Court stays out of fight on DeSantis' redistricting plan
Justices, in a 4-1 ruling, rejected a request by voting-rights groups to stay a decision by the 1st District Court of Appeal. That appeals-court decision effectively would allow the DeSantis plan to be used in this year’s elections as legal battles continue.
Justices, in a 4-1 ruling, rejected a request by voting-rights groups to stay a decision by the 1st District Court of Appeal. That appeals-court decision effectively would allow the DeSantis plan to be used in this year’s elections as legal battles continue.
Gov. DeSantis signs bill banning protests in front of homes in Florida
The legislation makes it a second-degree misdemeanor to protest in a manner that is aimed at intentionally harassing or disturbing someone in their home. Violators face 60 days in jail and fines of up to $500.
The legislation makes it a second-degree misdemeanor to protest in a manner that is aimed at intentionally harassing or disturbing someone in their home. Violators face 60 days in jail and fines of up to $500.
DeSantis vs. Disney: Governor says state will take over Reedy Creek Improvement District
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday the state, rather than any local government, would take control of a taxing district that benefits Walt Disney Co. when the district is dissolved next year.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday the state, rather than any local government, would take control of a taxing district that benefits Walt Disney Co. when the district is dissolved next year.
Florida judge announces he’ll block Gov. Ron DeSantis’ redistricting plan
Leon County Circuit Judge Layne Smith said he would issue a formal order Thursday or Friday.
Leon County Circuit Judge Layne Smith said he would issue a formal order Thursday or Friday.