The Florida Police Benevolent Association (PBA) recently announced its endorsement of Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) for governor by praising his support to law and order. "Byron Donalds has built a record in Congress of backing the men and women who wear the badge. As a Representative for Southwest Florida, he's been […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a Second Amendment Sales Tax Holiday while speaking at a press conference at the Tenoroc Shooting Range in Lakeland this week. The holiday began on Sept. 1 and will run through Dec. 31. "Florida will suspend the collection of sales tax on firearms, ammunition, a wide range of hunting, fishing, and […]
A recent poll conducted by Change Research shows Democratic challenger Annette Taddeo in a dead heat with Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia in the race for Florida CFO. Annette Taddeo: 44% Blaise Ingoglia: 44% According to a Taddeo campaign release, the poll follows momentum for Taddeo following an endorsement from the Florida Veterans […]
A recent poll conducted by Quantus Insights shows U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody (R-FL) with a 7-point advantage and over the 50% threshold over Democratic challenger Angie Nixon (D-Jacksonville) in bid for a full term in the U.S. Senate. Ashley Moody: 50.1% Angie Nixon: 42.7% Undecided: 4.0% Advantage: +7.4% The poll also found voters pretty locked in […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced his endorsement of Rep. Alex Rizo (R-Hialeah) for Florida's open Senate District 39 seat through a post on social media this week. "Happy to support Alex Rizo for Florida Senate, district 39," DeSantis wrote. "As a member of the FL House, Alex has worked hard to advance policies that have made […]
Several Florida elected officials, including Gov. Ron DeSantis and Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL), paid tribute on the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks that resulted in the death of 2,977 people. "25 years later, the terrorist attacks of 9/11/2001 seem both raw and distant," DeSantis wrote on social media. "On the one hand, […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the arrest of a Lake Worth couple for allegedly orchestrating a multi-circuit organized retail theft scheme involving bought and resold baby formula totaling 1.1 million dollars across Florida while speaking at a press conference in West Palm Beach this week. According to a release from Attorney General Uthmeier, Mohammed […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the implementation of Florida's anti-communist education standards to teach students about the history and horrors of communism while speaking during a press conference at the Bay of Pigs Museum & Library in Miami this week. The announcement comes after Gov. DeSantis signed a bill in 2024 requiring Florida schools to teach […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced a lawsuit into Netflix over accusations the subscription-based streaming service tracked profiles used by children to collect and sell data before using that information to launch its advertising business on its platform while speaking at a press conference in Tallahassee this week. “Netflix told Florida families they could pay […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the completion of the C-23 Canal Estuary Discharge Diversion Project to divert harmful discharges, including algal blooms away from the St. Lucie Estuary and the Indian River lagoon while speaking at a press conference in Palm City this week. The project, which began in 2023, cost over $50 million to complete. […]
Coral Gables Commissioner Melissa Castro is under renewed scrutiny after a Florida Commission on Ethics investigation found probable cause in January that Castro had a conflicting relationship involving her private business and obligations as a city official through information shared in a press release this week. According to the investigation, which began in December 2023, […]
Florida Realtors are going all-in on Amendment 3. Through a release, the state's largest professional trade association announced the launch of its Vote Yes on 3 campaign, which proposes major changes to property taxes beginning next year if passed by Florida voters on the Nov. 3 ballot. According to the release, Vote Yes on 3 […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) released a campaign ad criticizing Democratic opponent David Jolly's insurance plan and its hurricane tax on Florida families. The ad, titled "Disaster," was shared by Rep. Donalds on social media. "How much will David Jolly's hurricane tax cost Florida? According to a new study, a thousand dollars […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced a legislative push for new criminal penalties against companies who own, control, or distribute artificial intelligence chatbots that engage in criminal activity. “AI is not a silent tool. It answers the questions, picks the hour, chooses the place, and walks someone through the plan,” Uthmeier said while speaking during […]
The Florida State Lodge Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) announced its endorsement of Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) for governor by praising his commitment to public safety. "On behalf of the Florida State Lodge Fraternal Order of Police and the more than 24,000 law enforcement officers and families we represent across the […]
President Donald Trump praised Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, calling him one of the best attorney generals in the country while once again backing him in his election bid for a full four-year term. "One of the absolutely best Attorney Generals in the Country is James Uthmeier of the Great State of Florida," Trump wrote […]
Florida Education Commissioner Henry Mack announced several leadership and organizational changes to strengthen collaboration and efficiency in the agency's ongoing commitment to education and workforce development. “As Florida continues to lead the nation in education, our organizational structure must support effective collaboration, informed decision-making, and exceptional service to Florida’s students, adult learners, families, and education […]
Floridians looking to enjoy the long Labor Day weekend at the beach or at a BBQ can expect a bit more pain at the pump compared to this date last year, according to AAA. As of Sept. 4, the average price for a gallon of gas in the Sunshine State was $3.95, up 81 cents […]
