Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs bills to promote mental health and addiction recovery
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed new legislation on Wednesday to promote mental health and addiction recovery.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed new legislation on Wednesday to promote mental health and addiction recovery.
Gov. DeSantis signs bill to protect Florida public beach access, give power to local governments
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Tuesday morning that will aid in preserving the state’s beaches.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Tuesday morning that will aid in preserving the state’s beaches.
Special elections taking place today
A special primary election will be held on Tuesday to fill the vacancies for state senate, Senate District 15, and state representative, Florida House District 40. Polls open Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
A special primary election will be held on Tuesday to fill the vacancies for state senate, Senate District 15, and state representative, Florida House District 40. Polls open Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
DeSantis signs law extending condo safety inspection deadline
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill Monday that modifies key provisions of the condominium safety laws enacted after the 2021 Surfside building collapse that killed 98 people.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill Monday that modifies key provisions of the condominium safety laws enacted after the 2021 Surfside building collapse that killed 98 people.
Who’s running to replace Sen. Geraldine Thompson? Meet the candidates in Florida’s district 15 race
The death of State Senator Geraldine Thompson earlier this year left a notable vacancy in Central Florida politics, prompting a crowded field of candidates eager to fill her seat in the Florida Legislature.
The death of State Senator Geraldine Thompson earlier this year left a notable vacancy in Central Florida politics, prompting a crowded field of candidates eager to fill her seat in the Florida Legislature.
New Florida laws will impact property owners: Here's what to know
The 2025 Florida Legislative session has wrapped up, and the Florida Association of Realtors is calling it a major victory for property owners and the real estate market. With a combination of targeted budget allocations and new laws, the session addressed a range of housing and property issues across the state.
The 2025 Florida Legislative session has wrapped up, and the Florida Association of Realtors is calling it a major victory for property owners and the real estate market. With a combination of targeted budget allocations and new laws, the session addressed a range of housing and property issues across the state.
Florida AG refuses to back down after contempt ruling in state immigration law battle
Florida officials are pushing back after a federal judge temporarily blocked the enforcement of a new state law targeting undocumented immigrants.
Florida officials are pushing back after a federal judge temporarily blocked the enforcement of a new state law targeting undocumented immigrants.
Gov. DeSantis speaks on Americans evacuated from Israel
The first of several flights chartered by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to rescue Americans in Israel landed Thursday morning at the Tampa International Airport. The rescues come as the country?s conflict with Iran intensifies. DeSantis hosted a press conference after greeting a flight arriving from Israel in the early hours of Friday morning in Tampa.
The first of several flights chartered by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to rescue Americans in Israel landed Thursday morning at the Tampa International Airport. The rescues come as the country?s conflict with Iran intensifies. DeSantis hosted a press conference after greeting a flight arriving from Israel in the early hours of Friday morning in Tampa.
Florida AG subpoenas Chinese company over 'compromised' medical devices that can transmit private data
Florida's Republican Attorney General James Uthmeier has taken legal action against a Chinese medical device manufacturer, accusing the company of selling "compromised" medical devices that allegedly include a "backdoor" that bad actors can manipulate.
Florida's Republican Attorney General James Uthmeier has taken legal action against a Chinese medical device manufacturer, accusing the company of selling "compromised" medical devices that allegedly include a "backdoor" that bad actors can manipulate.
Josh Weil launches 2026 U.S. Senate bid against Ashley Moody
Just months after an unsuccessful bid for a seat in the U.S. House, Democrat Josh Weil announced Wednesday that he will try to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody 2026.
Just months after an unsuccessful bid for a seat in the U.S. House, Democrat Josh Weil announced Wednesday that he will try to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody 2026.
New Florida laws: 70+ laws begin July 1; here's what to know about each
Governor Ron DeSantis signed more than 70 pieces of legislation that will take effect on July 1, 2025.
Governor Ron DeSantis signed more than 70 pieces of legislation that will take effect on July 1, 2025.
Florida lawmaker's bill would force ICE to share info on where people are being detained and why
Congressman Maxwell Frost has announced new legislation that would require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to share information on where and why people are being detained, among other details.
Congressman Maxwell Frost has announced new legislation that would require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to share information on where and why people are being detained, among other details.
U.S. Rep. demands accountability from ICE
On Wednesday, U.S. Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost hosted a press conference alongside immigration advocacy groups to announce new legislation aimed at strengthening public accountability of ICE detention facilities and protecting due process rights for all. Frost said his ?Stop Unlawful Detention and End Mistreatment (SUDEM) Act? would pull back the curtain on immigration detention by requiring all ICE-operated and ICE-affiliated facilities to be held accountable for their processes and actions."
On Wednesday, U.S. Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost hosted a press conference alongside immigration advocacy groups to announce new legislation aimed at strengthening public accountability of ICE detention facilities and protecting due process rights for all. Frost said his ?Stop Unlawful Detention and End Mistreatment (SUDEM) Act? would pull back the curtain on immigration detention by requiring all ICE-operated and ICE-affiliated facilities to be held accountable for their processes and actions."
Strengthening Florida's aerospace and transportation industries: DeSantis signs new legislation
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed two new pieces of legislation to help further solidify the state's position as a global leader in aerospace, transportation and advanced mobility innovation.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed two new pieces of legislation to help further solidify the state's position as a global leader in aerospace, transportation and advanced mobility innovation.
Florida lawmakers pass $115.1B budget, end session
One of the more contentious legislative sessions in recent history came to a close late Monday as lawmakers approved a $115.1 billion budget for next fiscal year and prepared to send it to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
One of the more contentious legislative sessions in recent history came to a close late Monday as lawmakers approved a $115.1 billion budget for next fiscal year and prepared to send it to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Florida state budget: Vote expected on Monday after ongoing disputes
Florida lawmakers are set to vote on the state budget on Monday following weeks of ongoing budget disputes in Tallahassee.
Florida lawmakers are set to vote on the state budget on Monday following weeks of ongoing budget disputes in Tallahassee.
Officials, Apopka family torn apart by deportation speak
An Apopka family has been torn apart by deportation. Esvin Juarez, a small business owner and father of four U.S.-citizen children, was detained when he showed up to his immigration check-in, disappeared for eight days, and later deported to Guatemala. Mr. Juarez was well into the process of receiving a U visa, a protected status afforded to victims of crime. His wife, Rosmeri Miranda, was detained on Thursday and faces deportation. Their children, including 21-year-old Beverly Juarez, now face life without their parents.
An Apopka family has been torn apart by deportation. Esvin Juarez, a small business owner and father of four U.S.-citizen children, was detained when he showed up to his immigration check-in, disappeared for eight days, and later deported to Guatemala. Mr. Juarez was well into the process of receiving a U visa, a protected status afforded to victims of crime. His wife, Rosmeri Miranda, was detained on Thursday and faces deportation. Their children, including 21-year-old Beverly Juarez, now face life without their parents.
State lawmakers still working on budget
More than a month after the annual Florida legislative session was scheduled to end, lawmakers are still working to finalize a state budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins July 1. Leaders hope to get a deal done in the coming days. In other Florida political headlines, the push to bring the NASA headquarters to the state is still on. Dr. Larry Walker, associate professor at the University of Central Florida, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss.
More than a month after the annual Florida legislative session was scheduled to end, lawmakers are still working to finalize a state budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins July 1. Leaders hope to get a deal done in the coming days. In other Florida political headlines, the push to bring the NASA headquarters to the state is still on. Dr. Larry Walker, associate professor at the University of Central Florida, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss.
Florida Gov. DeSantis signs legislation to strengthen health and safety protections for firefighters
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a new bill to help enhance the state's commitment to the health and safety of its firefighters.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a new bill to help enhance the state's commitment to the health and safety of its firefighters.
DeSantis signs bill to support Florida firefighters
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke at the 81st Annual Convention of the Florida Professional Firefighters on Thursday morning in Palm Beach Gardens. At the event, DeSantis signed a bill that he said will strengthen the state's commitment to the health and safety of its firefighters. HB 929 continues the course of action taken by the governor earlier this year when he signed legislation to protect firefighters injured in training exercises.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke at the 81st Annual Convention of the Florida Professional Firefighters on Thursday morning in Palm Beach Gardens. At the event, DeSantis signed a bill that he said will strengthen the state's commitment to the health and safety of its firefighters. HB 929 continues the course of action taken by the governor earlier this year when he signed legislation to protect firefighters injured in training exercises.