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.
Florida lawmakers advance bill to rename Gulf of Mexico as Gulf of America
Florida lawmakers advanced a bill to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America, aligning with a Trump-era executive order.
Florida lawmakers advanced a bill to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America, aligning with a Trump-era executive order.
Florida legislative session begins today
Dr. Larry J. Walker, assistant professor at UCF and political analyst, discusses the Florida legislative session, which kicks off today and runs for 60 days. A number of bills are set to be considered at the session, and the yearly state budget will also be passed.
Dr. Larry J. Walker, assistant professor at UCF and political analyst, discusses the Florida legislative session, which kicks off today and runs for 60 days. A number of bills are set to be considered at the session, and the yearly state budget will also be passed.
Who is Byron Donalds? Florida Rep. wants to replace DeSantis as governor
Republican U.S. Congressman Byron Donalds announced on Tuesday that he plans to run for Florida governor in the 2026 election. Here's what we know about him.
Republican U.S. Congressman Byron Donalds announced on Tuesday that he plans to run for Florida governor in the 2026 election. Here's what we know about him.
Rep. Byron Donalds announces run for Florida governor
Rep. Byron Donalds has made it official that he will run for Florida governor in 2026. He made the announcement in an appearance on FOX News last Tuesday night. Donalds' announcement comes only a few days after an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
Rep. Byron Donalds has made it official that he will run for Florida governor in 2026. He made the announcement in an appearance on FOX News last Tuesday night. Donalds' announcement comes only a few days after an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
DeSantis announces I-75 expansion, $75B in road improvements
On Tuesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced expansion plans for I-75, $75B in road improvements and the possibility of a new Buc-ees location.
On Tuesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced expansion plans for I-75, $75B in road improvements and the possibility of a new Buc-ees location.
Florida Gov. DeSantis announces I-75 expansion, $70B in road improvements, new Buc-ee's
On Tuesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced expansion plans for I-75, $70B in road improvements and the possibility of a new Buc-ee's locations.
On Tuesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced expansion plans for I-75, $70B in road improvements and the possibility of a new Buc-ee's locations.
Gov. DeSantis creates Florida DOGE: Here's what it will do
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that he was creating a "state DOGE task force," inspired by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, part of President Donald Trump's administration.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that he was creating a "state DOGE task force," inspired by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, part of President Donald Trump's administration.
Gov. Ron DeSantis hits Byron Donalds, boosts wife in Florida governor speculation
Who could be the Florida governor after Ron DeSantis finishes his second term? The jockeying is underway with President Donald Trump firing the first shot.
Who could be the Florida governor after Ron DeSantis finishes his second term? The jockeying is underway with President Donald Trump firing the first shot.
Who will replace Gov. DeSantis as Florida governor? New poll considers potential candidates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has been elected twice to lead the Sunshine State – and will become term limited when his term ends in 2026. However, recent media reports and political pundits speculated whether his wife, First Lady Casey DeSantis would be interested in running to succeed him.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has been elected twice to lead the Sunshine State – and will become term limited when his term ends in 2026. However, recent media reports and political pundits speculated whether his wife, First Lady Casey DeSantis would be interested in running to succeed him.
Poll results: Who will be the next Florida governor?
A recent poll from the University of North Florida found Casey DeSantis, the First Lady of Florida, is an early favorite in next year's governor race. Out of the more than 800 people poled, DeSantis had a 30% favorability rating.
A recent poll from the University of North Florida found Casey DeSantis, the First Lady of Florida, is an early favorite in next year's governor race. Out of the more than 800 people poled, DeSantis had a 30% favorability rating.
Senator Danny Burgess files bill to improve flood mitigation ahead of hurricane season
Florida State Senator Danny Burgess has introduced legislation aimed at improving flood mitigation efforts by requiring local governments to inspect stormwater management systems before each hurricane season.
Florida State Senator Danny Burgess has introduced legislation aimed at improving flood mitigation efforts by requiring local governments to inspect stormwater management systems before each hurricane season.
DeSantis proposes pay raise for law enforcement, firefighters
Gov. Ron DeSantis is proposing nearly $120 million to support a pay raise for state law enforcement officers and firefighters in Florida. The governor made the announcement on Friday during a news conference in Ponte Vedra Beach to show his support for law enforcement.
Gov. Ron DeSantis is proposing nearly $120 million to support a pay raise for state law enforcement officers and firefighters in Florida. The governor made the announcement on Friday during a news conference in Ponte Vedra Beach to show his support for law enforcement.