Florida transgender student arrested after violating bathroom law; thought to be a first: officials
A transgender college student was arrested after saying “I am here to break the law" and then entering a women’s restroom at the Florida State Capitol. Civil rights attorneys say the arrest is the first they know of for violating transgender bathroom restrictions passed by numerous state legislatures across the country.
A transgender college student was arrested after saying “I am here to break the law" and then entering a women’s restroom at the Florida State Capitol. Civil rights attorneys say the arrest is the first they know of for violating transgender bathroom restrictions passed by numerous state legislatures across the country.
AG charges Ryan Routh for attempted assassination of Trump
On Thursday, Attorney General James Uthmeier announced on social media that his office is officially charging Ryan Routh for attempting to assassinate then-presidential candidate Donald J. Trump. Uthmeier thanked Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel for their help with the matter, saying "we now have a federal government willing to work with the states to pursue justice."
On Thursday, Attorney General James Uthmeier announced on social media that his office is officially charging Ryan Routh for attempting to assassinate then-presidential candidate Donald J. Trump. Uthmeier thanked Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel for their help with the matter, saying "we now have a federal government willing to work with the states to pursue justice."
Florida House backs erase of 'Gulf of Mexico' from state laws
The Florida House has just approved a measure that would change "The Gulf of Mexico" to "The Gulf of America" in school textbooks. The measure would also change the name in all state documents.
The Florida House has just approved a measure that would change "The Gulf of Mexico" to "The Gulf of America" in school textbooks. The measure would also change the name in all state documents.
State Attorney Worrell to stop accepting non-arrest cases
State Attorney Monique Worrell wants local law enforcement to get arrest warrants before bringing a case to her office. However, the sheriff's office says they do not support this move. The Orange County Sheriff's Office says they even asked the state attorney's office to pause the policy, but that request was denied.
State Attorney Monique Worrell wants local law enforcement to get arrest warrants before bringing a case to her office. However, the sheriff's office says they do not support this move. The Orange County Sheriff's Office says they even asked the state attorney's office to pause the policy, but that request was denied.
Car shoppers rush to buy before May tariffs deadline on imported auto parts
A car dealership in DeLand is reporting a spike in people car shopping, as they look to purchase before any tariff-induced price hikes. This comes as the value of pre-owned vehicles is also spiking.
A car dealership in DeLand is reporting a spike in people car shopping, as they look to purchase before any tariff-induced price hikes. This comes as the value of pre-owned vehicles is also spiking.
Florida's DOGE being requested in Cocoa Beach
Florida DOGE is being requested in Cocoa Beach. The city is holding a meeting tonight to discuss how tourism tax dollars are being spent. FOX 35's Esther Bower talks to local commissioners, who say they're not getting enough money, and they bring in the most tourists.
Florida DOGE is being requested in Cocoa Beach. The city is holding a meeting tonight to discuss how tourism tax dollars are being spent. FOX 35's Esther Bower talks to local commissioners, who say they're not getting enough money, and they bring in the most tourists.
Randy Fine, Jimmy Patronis sworn-in to Congress
Florida's newest Congressmen -- Randy Fine and Jimmy Patronis -- were sworn-in to Congress on Wednesday evening. Both won their elections on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Fine will represent Florida's 6th Congressional District and Patronis will represent Florida's 1st Congressioanl District.
Florida's newest Congressmen -- Randy Fine and Jimmy Patronis -- were sworn-in to Congress on Wednesday evening. Both won their elections on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Fine will represent Florida's 6th Congressional District and Patronis will represent Florida's 1st Congressioanl District.
Special election for District 6 happening today
Florida's District 6 congressional race is heating up, and the race is coming down to the wire for voter today as they decide between Republican Randy Fine and Democrat Josh Weil. District 6 spans six counties, including Flagler, Lake, Marion and Volusia.
Florida's District 6 congressional race is heating up, and the race is coming down to the wire for voter today as they decide between Republican Randy Fine and Democrat Josh Weil. District 6 spans six counties, including Flagler, Lake, Marion and Volusia.
Republicans look to maintain majority in Congress
In the aftermath of the surprise withdraw of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik's nomination as U.S. Ambassador, Congressional Republicans now turn their focus to upcoming special elections right here in Florida to keep their majority.
In the aftermath of the surprise withdraw of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik's nomination as U.S. Ambassador, Congressional Republicans now turn their focus to upcoming special elections right here in Florida to keep their majority.
Byron Donalds kicks off run for Florida governor
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds is gearing up for a run for Florida governor. His campaign kicked off with a rally Friday in his hometown of Bonita Springs, Florida.
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds is gearing up for a run for Florida governor. His campaign kicked off with a rally Friday in his hometown of Bonita Springs, Florida.
Byron Donalds kicks off campaign for Florida governor
Today, Florida Congressman Byron Donalds kicked off his campaign for governor. Donalds, who has been endorsed by President Donald Trump, is the first major Republican to enter the race to replace Gov. Ron DeSantis, whose term is up next year.
Today, Florida Congressman Byron Donalds kicked off his campaign for governor. Donalds, who has been endorsed by President Donald Trump, is the first major Republican to enter the race to replace Gov. Ron DeSantis, whose term is up next year.
Tight race in Florida's District 6 special election
A Florida Congressional special election race between Republican Randy fine and Democrat Josh Weil is looking to be tight, according to the latest poll numbers, and it is suddenly one of the most important elections in the country.
A Florida Congressional special election race between Republican Randy fine and Democrat Josh Weil is looking to be tight, according to the latest poll numbers, and it is suddenly one of the most important elections in the country.
Florida Senate race: Randolph Bracy slams sister for running against him in Orange County
It's going to be a sibling showdown for a state Senate seat in Orange County, Florida. State Rep. LaVon Bracy Davis has announced that she will run for the Senate seat vacated after the passing of Sen. Geraldine Thompson last month. This means that LaVon Bracy Davis will face off against her brother, former state Sen. Randolph Bracy III, for the seat.
It's going to be a sibling showdown for a state Senate seat in Orange County, Florida. State Rep. LaVon Bracy Davis has announced that she will run for the Senate seat vacated after the passing of Sen. Geraldine Thompson last month. This means that LaVon Bracy Davis will face off against her brother, former state Sen. Randolph Bracy III, for the seat.
DeSantis says Florida returned $878M in taxpayer funds to federal government after meeting with Musk, DOGE
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Friday that the state was returning more than $878 million to the federal government that it had been attempting to give back for the past few years during the Biden administration.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Friday that the state was returning more than $878 million to the federal government that it had been attempting to give back for the past few years during the Biden administration.
Push to expand Florida's squatter laws
A new bill to expand Florida's squatter laws is inching closer to becoming a state law. Last year, the governor signed a bill that gave law enforcement the power to remove illegal tenants from homes. New bills filed in the house and senate would take that law one step further and protect "commercial property owners" too.
A new bill to expand Florida's squatter laws is inching closer to becoming a state law. Last year, the governor signed a bill that gave law enforcement the power to remove illegal tenants from homes. New bills filed in the house and senate would take that law one step further and protect "commercial property owners" too.
Governor DeSantis discusses border policy at New College’s Socratic Stage
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other officials will host a roundtable Thursday morning to discuss immigration.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other officials will host a roundtable Thursday morning to discuss immigration.
Florida bill proposes 'dangerous dog' registry, requires liability insurance, mandatory impoundments
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood testified before Florida lawmakers on Wednesday in support of the Pam Rock Act, named after a mail carrier killed in a dog attack.
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood testified before Florida lawmakers on Wednesday in support of the Pam Rock Act, named after a mail carrier killed in a dog attack.
Florida lawmakers push for term limits on county officials
Florida lawmakers are advancing a proposal to impose eight-year term limits on county commissioners and school board members.
Florida lawmakers are advancing a proposal to impose eight-year term limits on county commissioners and school board members.
Florida House moves to lower gun purchase age, reviving post-Parkland debate
Florida House Republicans on Wednesday backed a proposal that would repeal part of a law passed after the 2018 mass shooting at Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and allow people under age 21 to buy rifles and shotguns.
Florida House Republicans on Wednesday backed a proposal that would repeal part of a law passed after the 2018 mass shooting at Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and allow people under age 21 to buy rifles and shotguns.
Bear hunt backlash: FWC to hear public comment on first proposed bear hunt in 10 years
The controversial topic of bear hunting is back up for discussion in Florida. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is hosting a virtual public meeting to gauge the public’s interest in hosting their first bear hunt in 10 years.
The controversial topic of bear hunting is back up for discussion in Florida. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is hosting a virtual public meeting to gauge the public’s interest in hosting their first bear hunt in 10 years.