Florida Legislature rebukes Gov. DeSantis, overrides budget veto, introduces immigration bills
Florida’s Republican-controlled Legislature will revamp immigration laws this week but issued a sharp rebuke Monday to Gov. Ron DeSantis that included overriding a budget veto from last year.
Florida’s Republican-controlled Legislature will revamp immigration laws this week but issued a sharp rebuke Monday to Gov. Ron DeSantis that included overriding a budget veto from last year.
Capitol Riot pardons: Bureau of Prisons 'dragging feet,' delaying release of defendants, attorney says
Less than 12 hours in office and President Donald Trump has already pardoned approximately 1,500 people who allegedly participated in the January 6 U.S. Capitol riot, but a Florida attorney said the Bureau of Prisons is dragging its feet when it comes to releasing them.
Less than 12 hours in office and President Donald Trump has already pardoned approximately 1,500 people who allegedly participated in the January 6 U.S. Capitol riot, but a Florida attorney said the Bureau of Prisons is dragging its feet when it comes to releasing them.
DeSantis picks Ashley Moody to replace Rubio in senate
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has appointed Attorney General Ashley Moody to fill Marco Rubio's seat.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has appointed Attorney General Ashley Moody to fill Marco Rubio's seat.
Ashley Moody on Florida Senate appointment: 'Ready to fight for this nation'
Ashley Moody has served as Florida’s attorney general since 2019. She expressed gratitude for the appointment, vowing to bring her experience and passion for justice to the national stage.
Ashley Moody has served as Florida’s attorney general since 2019. She expressed gratitude for the appointment, vowing to bring her experience and passion for justice to the national stage.
Who is Ashley Moody? Florida attorney general replacing Sen. Marco Rubio
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Thursday that Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody will replace Marco Rubio in the Senate, but who is Moody?
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Thursday that Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody will replace Marco Rubio in the Senate, but who is Moody?
Florida lawmaker wants to ban undocumented immigrants at some state universities
A Florida lawmaker has filed a bill aimed at barring some Florida colleges and universities from admitting undocumented immigrants.
A Florida lawmaker has filed a bill aimed at barring some Florida colleges and universities from admitting undocumented immigrants.
Governor Ron DeSantis calls for special session to prepare for Trump's deportation program
On Monday, Governor Ron DeSantis called for a special legislative session in order to prepare for the Trump Administration's deportation program.
On Monday, Governor Ron DeSantis called for a special legislative session in order to prepare for the Trump Administration's deportation program.
Attorney General Moody announces 12% decline in fentanyl caused deaths in annual report
Attorney General Ashley Moody held a press conference Thursday morning to provide updates on the Florida fentanyl crisis.
Attorney General Ashley Moody held a press conference Thursday morning to provide updates on the Florida fentanyl crisis.
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.