Matt Gaetz considering Florida Governor bid amid past scandals
Former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, who withdrew as President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general following a House Ethics Committee report accusing him of sexual misconduct and drug use, said he is considering a run for Florida governor in 2026.
Former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, who withdrew as President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general following a House Ethics Committee report accusing him of sexual misconduct and drug use, said he is considering a run for Florida governor in 2026.
Appeals court weighs Florida law on drag shows as Hamburger Mary’s plans to reopen
As an appeals court considers the constitutionality of a 2023 Florida law aimed at preventing children from attending drag shows, it also is looking at another question: Is the case moot after an Orlando restaurant that challenged the law closed and said it plans to reopen elsewhere?
As an appeals court considers the constitutionality of a 2023 Florida law aimed at preventing children from attending drag shows, it also is looking at another question: Is the case moot after an Orlando restaurant that challenged the law closed and said it plans to reopen elsewhere?
Kenneth 'Buddy' MacKay, who briefly served as Florida's governor, dies at 91
Former Florida Gov. Kenneth “Buddy” MacKay, 91, died peacefully during an afternoon nap at his home in Ocala surrounded by his wife and sons on New Year’s Eve, a family spokesman said Thursday.
Former Florida Gov. Kenneth “Buddy” MacKay, 91, died peacefully during an afternoon nap at his home in Ocala surrounded by his wife and sons on New Year’s Eve, a family spokesman said Thursday.
No charges likely for Matt Gaetz in Central Florida
Despite the findings laid out in the Congressional Ethics Report, officials in two local counties say charges are not likely.
Despite the findings laid out in the Congressional Ethics Report, officials in two local counties say charges are not likely.
Matt Gaetz likely won't face charges in Orange or Seminole counties, officials cite statute of limitations
Matt Gaetz, a former Florida congressman, will not face any charges out of Central Florida following the allegations made in a congressional report released earlier this week.
Matt Gaetz, a former Florida congressman, will not face any charges out of Central Florida following the allegations made in a congressional report released earlier this week.
PornHub threatens to pull out of Florida over HB 3 law, online age verification, privacy fight
A major adult entertainment company has warned users in Florida that it will block access to its content and websites in 2025 when a new law seeking to protect minors from harmful content goes into effect.
A major adult entertainment company has warned users in Florida that it will block access to its content and websites in 2025 when a new law seeking to protect minors from harmful content goes into effect.
Florida Trump assassination attempt suspect faces new charge in crash that hurt child
Attorney General Ashley Moody obtained an arrest warrant for attempted felony murder against Ryan Routh, the would-be assassin of President Donald J. Trump, for a hit-and-run that severely injured a 6-year-old girl.
Attorney General Ashley Moody obtained an arrest warrant for attempted felony murder against Ryan Routh, the would-be assassin of President Donald J. Trump, for a hit-and-run that severely injured a 6-year-old girl.
Florida Senator Randy Fine files bill to ban political flags in government buildings
Florida State Senator Randy Fine (R-Melbourne Beach) has introduced legislation to prohibit the display of political and ideological flags in government buildings, including schools.
Florida State Senator Randy Fine (R-Melbourne Beach) has introduced legislation to prohibit the display of political and ideological flags in government buildings, including schools.
Volusia County School Board Chair apologizes for 'gas tank' comments: 'I'm sorry for the words I said'
The chairperson of Volusia County Schools will have to wait until 2025 to learn her fate on the board.
The chairperson of Volusia County Schools will have to wait until 2025 to learn her fate on the board.
Florida State Rep. Carolina Amesty completes diversion program to get forgery charges dropped
Charges have been dropped against Florida State Rep. Carolina Amesty after she was indicted back in August on forgery charges.
Charges have been dropped against Florida State Rep. Carolina Amesty after she was indicted back in August on forgery charges.
Andrew Bain 'ready and willing' to help with State Attorney-elect Monique Worrell transition, despite email
Florida State Attorney Andrew Bain told his staff that he respected the results of the 2024 election, but that he was unable to help with the transition of power to State Attorney-elect Monique Worrell's team until Gov. DeSantis gave him permission to do so, according to an internal email sent to his staff.
Florida State Attorney Andrew Bain told his staff that he respected the results of the 2024 election, but that he was unable to help with the transition of power to State Attorney-elect Monique Worrell's team until Gov. DeSantis gave him permission to do so, according to an internal email sent to his staff.
Fluoride fight: Tavares City Council delays vote on removing chemical from drinking water
Tavares city leaders decided to hold off on a decision on whether to stop adding fluoride to the water.
Tavares city leaders decided to hold off on a decision on whether to stop adding fluoride to the water.
President-elect Trump nominates Hillsborough Sheriff Chad Chronister as DEA Administrator
President-elect Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he plans to nominate Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister to be the next Administrator for the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).
President-elect Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he plans to nominate Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister to be the next Administrator for the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).
Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis seeks to replace Matt Gaetz
Receiving President-elect Donald Trump’s endorsement and setting off political dominoes, Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis announced Monday he will run for a Northwest Florida congressional seat vacated by former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz.
Receiving President-elect Donald Trump’s endorsement and setting off political dominoes, Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis announced Monday he will run for a Northwest Florida congressional seat vacated by former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz.
Florida sues FEMA after hurricane Milton relief workers allegedly skipped Trump supporters' homes
Florida has filed a lawsuit against the administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and one of its former employees, accusing them of conspiring to deny relief to Donald Trump supporters in the wake of Hurricane Milton, which slammed the state in early October.
Florida has filed a lawsuit against the administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and one of its former employees, accusing them of conspiring to deny relief to Donald Trump supporters in the wake of Hurricane Milton, which slammed the state in early October.
Florida education officials report hundreds of books pulled from school libraries
Several books have been pulled from the shelves of some Florida schools, according to the latest list compiled by the Florida Department of Education tallying books removed by local school districts.
Several books have been pulled from the shelves of some Florida schools, according to the latest list compiled by the Florida Department of Education tallying books removed by local school districts.
Rick Scott eying Senate Majority Leader position: 'I’m going to work my butt off representing Florida'
Republican incumbent Rick Scott has won reelection to the United States Senate for a second term.
Republican incumbent Rick Scott has won reelection to the United States Senate for a second term.
Florida's First Lady says legalizing recreational marijuana would be 'detrimental, if it's passed'
Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis visited Central Florida on Wednesday afternoon, less than a week before Election Day.
Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis visited Central Florida on Wednesday afternoon, less than a week before Election Day.
Watch again: FOX 35 Osceola County Sheriff Debate between Marcos Lopez, Donnie Martinez
FOX 35 News hosted a debate with both candidates vying to be the next Osceola County Sheriff.
FOX 35 News hosted a debate with both candidates vying to be the next Osceola County Sheriff.
Port Orange Mayor addresses councilman-elect's arrest: 'Elephant in the room'
Months before Lance Green is to be sworn in as the representative of Port Orange's 4th district, he was the topic of discussion at Tuesday's city council meeting.
Months before Lance Green is to be sworn in as the representative of Port Orange's 4th district, he was the topic of discussion at Tuesday's city council meeting.