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Bruce RitchieApril 22, 2015

As President Barack Obama visited Everglades National Park on Wednesday to mark Earth Day and highlight the threat of climate change, Gov. Rick Scott said he is focused on restoration projects that are “making a difference.” “We have made significant investments since I got elected,” Scott told reporters on the Capitol grounds. Obama highlighted the […]

Ryan RayApril 22, 2015

The House passed a bill to implement new procedures relating to suspects and other members of the public with diabetes Wednesday afternoon. The new law would require the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to create online continuing-education courses to teach officers about indicators of and appropriate precautions to take when dealing with a diabetic suspect. […]

Peter SchorschApril 22, 2015

I want to go on record saying that I have the deepest respect, regard and admiration for those brave souls who serve in our nation’s military. I sincerely recognize that the threat to global stability is real and, yes, we definitely want and need them on that wall. With that said… There are two bills […]

Daniel TilsonApril 22, 2015

Gov. Scott finally got busy addressing big issues this week. Not serious, mind you, just busy. Lots of finger-pointing, no problem-solving With President Barack Obama visiting South Florida and using the Everglades as backdrop to observe Earth Day, Scott refused the White House’s invitation to participate. Why risk hearing any inflammatory words or phrases. Climate […]

Guest AuthorApril 22, 2015

For more than five decades, local governments and utility companies have had a very good arrangement that works well for everyone. When a private utility needs to run such things as transmission or cable lines, the utility enters into an agreement with a local government and this agreement allows the privately-owned infrastructure to be placed […]

Guest AuthorApril 22, 2015

The state of California is known for many things, including red carpets, wine country and high taxes. But recently, the Golden State has also become known for its struggle with a crisis other states like Florida are working to avoid: a severe water shortage that threatens its economy, its environment and the livelihood of millions […]

Mitch PerryApril 22, 2015

Although not even the most optimistic entrepreneur who wants to have the U.S. reengage with Cuba thinks there’s any possibility of the economic sanctions going bye-bye anytime soon, Rick Scott decided today to issue a statement warning President Obama not to even think about doing that. “Agriculture is a vital part of our economy in Florida, and […]

Associated PressApril 22, 2015

Amid lurking alligators and the steamy heat of Florida’s Everglades, President Barack Obama on Wednesday sounded the alarm about damage from climate change he said is already wreaking mayhem in Florida and across the United States. In an implicit rebuke to Florida’s governor and other Republicans, Obama accused those who deny the man-made causes of […]

Associated PressApril 22, 2015

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High school sports in Florida could be totally revamped under a sweeping bill passed by the Florida House. The House voted 86-29 for a bill that backers say would help students wanting to compete in high school sports. A similar bill is moving in the Senate. Critics say the legislation would essentially open the door […]

Associated PressApril 22, 2015

Signs alerting people about human trafficking would have to be placed in strip clubs, massage studios, airports, highway rest areas, hospitals, farms and other locations under a bill that passed the Florida Senate. The Senate unanimously passed the bill (HB 369) Wednesday and sent it back to the House, which previously passed a different version. […]

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As president visits Everglades, Rick Scott touts state’s restoration projects

House passes diabetes sensitivity training for Florida law enforcement

Peter Schorsch: If Yemen can be a voting precinct, so can Tampa

Daniel Tilson: In Rick Scott's Florida, if the flooding doesn't get you, lack of health insurance will

Sam Ferreri: 'Severe negative fiscal impact' of utilities changes = tax increase

Tom Feeney: Don't import California's water-planning woes to Florida

Rick Scott warns President Obama not to lift sanctions on Cuba

President sounds alarm on climate damage in visit to Everglades

Legislation would revamp high school sports

Bill would require signs to inform about human trafficking