Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced on Monday a crackdown on scams to protect seniors from fraud being committed by state prisoners using contraband technology. “Today, we’re here to announce a situation where we busted a lot of bad guys that have been using technology—cell phones, the internet and cryptocurrency—to scam seniors. Many of these […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed an education bill package on Friday that includes a ban on cell phone use for elementary and middle school students, as well as limitations for high schoolers during instructional time. The package is part of other provisions under HB 1105. Rep. Jennifer Kincart Johnson (R-Lakeland) sponsored the bill in the House. […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced on Thursday the opening of a criminal investigation into Gulf World Marine Park after the suspicious death of a fifth dolphin at the park. "Today, my office opened a statewide criminal investigation into Gulf World Marine Park in Panama City Beach and its Mexico-based parent company, The Dolphin Company," […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Friday that will increase requirements to receive a Florida driver's license and a state learner's permit. The new law, under SB 994, requires a person 18 or older to complete a traffic law and substance abuse education course to obtain a Florida driver's license and pass a driver's education […]
The Florida Panthers defeated the Carolina Hurricanes, 5-3, on Wednesday in five games to reach their third consecutive Stanley Cup final. Last night, the Edmonton Oilers beat the Dallas Stars, 6-3, in five games to reach their second final in a row. Yes, a good old rematch to decide one of the most coveted trophies […]
The United States Association of Reptile Keepers-Florida (USARK) recently praised the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) for its vote allowing for the increased removal of Green iguanas in the state, which are invasive in Florida and do not belong in its environment. "We have worked very hard with FWC to create rule changes […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Wednesday lifting automatic restrictions on firearms and ammunition sales during a declared state of emergency, including during riots and other violent public outbreaks. Reps. Debbie Mayfield (R-Melbourne) and Monique Miller (R-Palm Bay) sponsored the bill, HB 6025. Sen. Blaise Ingoglia (R-Spring Hill) carried the Senate bill. “This is […]
Florida business leaders and employers participated in a discussion with university presidents in the state on Thursday to discuss how the House of Representatives' recent budget proposal, which includes a $4 billion cut, would affect higher education for Florida students and others, who rely on Effective Access to Student Education (EASE) grants. Specifically, EASE cuts […]
Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) on Wednesday slammed a federal judge's ruling to allow an outdoor drag show performance to continue at Cambier Park during Naples Pride Fest next weekend. "You have to be an adult to enter a strip club, but Clinton-appointed Judge John Steele wants sexually-explicit drag shows to take […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Tuesday that will expand early detection, intervention, and support for children in Florida with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. Sen. Gayle Harrell (R-Stuart) sponsored the bill (SB 112) in the Senate. Rep. Randy Maggard (R-Zephyrhills) carried the House version. The new law expands several measures related […]
The Republican Party of Florida announced Wednesday it has filed a motion to intervene in several federal lawsuits brought by special interest groups challenging HB 1205, which aims to increase integrity and transparency in Florida’s citizen initiative constitutional amendment process. "These election integrity measures prevent fraud, ensure that petition signatures are valid and authentic, and […]
U.S. Rep. Greg Steube (R-FL) criticized the University of Florida Board of Trustees on Tuesday after they unanimously approved Dr. Santa J. Ono as the next president of the University of Florida (UF), saying he is "not sold" on the controversial hire. "The @UF Board of Trustees has made a grave mistake," Stuebe said. "Today, […]
The University of Florida Board of Trustees unanimously approved Dr. Santa J. Ono as the next president of the University of Florida (UF), the school announced on Tuesday. “I am thankful for, and humbled by, the unanimous support of the Board of Trustees. The energy here at the University of Florida is palpable, and I […]
Florida Republican Sen. Rick Scott released a video with Weather Channel Meteorologist Jim Cantore urging Floridians to prepare for the upcoming 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30. "This hurricane season, I urge all Floridians to take the time to make sure that their families and businesses are prepared […]
Florida Republican Party Chairman Evan Power slammed U.S. Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) on Tuesday after reports uncovered the congressman's well-timed purchase and sale of stock before President Donald Trump's tariff reshuffle on the global market. In a release, Power essentially accused Rep. Moskowitz of profiting from the market's reaction to Trump's moves. “While President Trump […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis recently signed a bill into law aimed at protecting Florida firefighters as they train for one of the most dangerous jobs. The new law, under SB 1202, will expand employer-paid health insurance benefits to firefighters who become totally or permanently disabled during an official training exercise. The law also extends those benefits […]
President Donald Trump issued a scathing rebuke on Memorial Day to the "scum" in the last four years under the Biden administration who the President said tried to "destroy our country through warped radical left minds." In a post on Truth Social, President Trump began his attack by wishing everyone a "Happy Memorial Day." "Happy […]
As Floridians hit the road for the long Memorial Day weekend, they are going to find lower prices at the gas pump than from this time last year. According to AAA, the average price for a regular gallon of gas in Florida is $3.12. The price at this point last year was $3.56, or a […]
