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Florida bill to limit how cities, counties fight climate change passes Senate committee
Read full article: Florida bill to limit how cities, counties fight climate change passes Senate committeeSen. Bryan Avila, R-Miami Springs, sponsored the proposal (SB 1628), arguing that “net zero” policies from local governments drove up costs for residents and businesses in pursuit of “some goal that they’re never going to reach.” The bill would, among other things, ban growth plans that discourage fossil fuel use, or taking climate into consideration when making energy-efficient purchases.
Donald J. Trump International Airport? Florida lawmakers may rename an airport in this county
Read full article: Donald J. Trump International Airport? Florida lawmakers may rename an airport in this countyLawmakers started moving forward Tuesday with a proposal that would give the state the power to put President Donald Trump’s name on a Palm Beach County airport, next to a road they renamed after him.
Challenge to Florida law letting pregnant women use disabled parking dismissed
Read full article: Challenge to Florida law letting pregnant women use disabled parking dismissedA federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit alleging a new state law allowing pregnant women to use parking spaces reserved for people with disabilities violates federal protections.
Florida bill expands vaccine exemption reasons, allows ivermectin sale without prescription
Read full article: Florida bill expands vaccine exemption reasons, allows ivermectin sale without prescriptionA Florida Senate bill would allow parents to opt out of vaccines if they conflict with their conscience, adding to an already-existing exemption for religious beliefs. The bill would also allow Ivermectin to be sold without a prescription.
Gov. DeSantis highlights law enforcement, prosecution policies at Florida Sheriffs’ Association conference
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis highlights law enforcement, prosecution policies at Florida Sheriffs’ Association conferenceFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis provides remarks at the Florida Sheriffs’ Association conference.
Is it illegal in Florida to block the sidewalk when parking outside a home?
Read full article: Is it illegal in Florida to block the sidewalk when parking outside a home?News 6 traffic safety expert Trooper Steve answers viewer questions and shares tips about the rules of the road in Florida.
‘Glad she lost her job:’ Florida AG calls for nurse to lose license over TikTok video
Read full article: ‘Glad she lost her job:’ Florida AG calls for nurse to lose license over TikTok videoAfter a nurse lost her job this month, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is now calling for her license to be removed.
Florida Senate President Ben Albritton hospitalized with blood clot in his lung
Read full article: Florida Senate President Ben Albritton hospitalized with blood clot in his lungSenate President Ben Albritton, R-Wauchula, was hospitalized Sunday after experiencing chest pain, with emergency physicians discovering a small blood clot in his lung, according to a memo sent Monday to senators.
Here’s how Gov. Ron DeSantis plans to replace property taxes in Florida
Read full article: Here’s how Gov. Ron DeSantis plans to replace property taxes in FloridaProperty tax cuts are one of the biggest themes of this year's Legislative session. But it has critics wondering: how do we replace those funds?
Florida GOP governor candidate Byron Donalds defends ICE, supports property tax repeal in interview
Read full article: Florida GOP governor candidate Byron Donalds defends ICE, supports property tax repeal in interviewIn an interview with News 6, Republican candidate for Florida governor, Rep. Byron Donalds, signaled his support for ICE's immigration crackdown, criticized ICE protesters, and pushed to repeal property taxes, and more.
Florida’s Black lawmakers denounce attorney general’s racial law opinion as damaging political stunt
Read full article: Florida’s Black lawmakers denounce attorney general’s racial law opinion as damaging political stuntFlorida's Republican attorney general is questioning the constitutionality of state laws supporting minority contracting and diverse appointments.
Gov. DeSantis returns to Idaho to renew campaign for a balanced budget amendment
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis returns to Idaho to renew campaign for a balanced budget amendmentGov. Ron DeSantis joined Idaho Senate President Pro Tempore Kelly Anthon and House Majority Leader Jason Monks in Boise to renew their push for a balanced budget amendment.
Buc-ee’s is not the most satisfying convenience store in Florida, study says. Here’s who took No. 1
Read full article: Buc-ee’s is not the most satisfying convenience store in Florida, study says. Here’s who took No. 1The ACSI has ranked the best convenience stores for customer satisfaction. But it turns out that Buc-ee's wasn't rated the top pick.
Black Democratic lawmaker calls to remove Florida AG after he says no to race-based laws
Read full article: Black Democratic lawmaker calls to remove Florida AG after he says no to race-based lawsAfter Florida's attorney general said he would no longer enforce race-based laws, several Black Democratic legislators put together a news conference in response.
Florida schools need more teachers for these 7 subjects, report says
Read full article: Florida schools need more teachers for these 7 subjects, report saysThe State Board of Education on Wednesday took up a report that showed the greatest needs for teachers. For example, about 8,900 of the 37,200 total English courses taught in Florida's public schools had teachers during the 2024-2025 school year not certified in the field, according to the report.
Florida governor candidate promises mandatory uniforms in public schools
Read full article: Florida governor candidate promises mandatory uniforms in public schoolsAfter calling for a hefty "Sin Tax" last week, a candidate gunning for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' job is now pushing for mandatory uniforms in public schools.
Impact fee limits, ‘agricultural enclave’ development bills pass 1st Florida Senate committee stop
Read full article: Impact fee limits, ‘agricultural enclave’ development bills pass 1st Florida Senate committee stopProposals that would allow single-family homes on some property zoned for agriculture and make it more difficult for local governments to increase impact fees started to move forward Tuesday in the Florida Senate.
America’s hottest ZIP code is located in this Florida city
Read full article: America’s hottest ZIP code is located in this Florida cityThis month, MovingPlace has released its latest report looking at the hottest ZIP codes in the U.S. — and the No. 1 spot so far in 2026 is located right here in the Sunshine State.
Florida lawmaker pushes for flashing lights at crosswalks to improve pedestrian safety
Read full article: Florida lawmaker pushes for flashing lights at crosswalks to improve pedestrian safetyFlorida is one of the deadliest states for pedestrians, with Central Florida especially dangerous. An Osceola County state representative is pushing a bill to increase technology at crosswalks around the state.
Florida woman faces multiple charges after ‘punching trooper in the face’ during ICE encounter, AG says
Read full article: Florida woman faces multiple charges after ‘punching trooper in the face’ during ICE encounter, AG saysA woman was arrested Tuesday after she punched a Florida Highway Patrol trooper in the face during an encounter with ICE agents on Beach Boulevard, according to the state's attorney general.
Florida man tries to stay in Walmart for 24 hours in TikTok challenge, gets arrested
Read full article: Florida man tries to stay in Walmart for 24 hours in TikTok challenge, gets arrestedA Florida man was arrested this week after he tried to stay at a Walmart store overnight as part of a TikTok challenge, according to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office.
Here’s the most cost-effective temperature to keep your Florida home, FPL says
Read full article: Here’s the most cost-effective temperature to keep your Florida home, FPL saysWith a sharp cold front moving through Central Florida on Thursday night, Florida Power & Light has released some tips about how to save on heating costs.