April 10, 2025
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Andrew Powell

Bill establishing protections for domestic violence victims advances

‘Every day, I personally come face to face with victims who have been brutally attacked, including being strangled until unconscious.’
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HeadlinesInfluence
Jesse Scheckner

‘Bought and paid for’: Ben Albritton unveils roadmap to end property taxes — with voter OK

‘The whole concept (of property taxes) doesn’t sit right with me.’
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BudgetHeadlines
A.G. Gancarski

Gov. DeSantis says sales tax relief should help Floridians, not foreigners

‘I want the government funded by our nonresidents as much as possible.’
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EducationHeadlines
Janelle Irwin Taylor

State teachers union blasts proposed budgets as a ‘cut by another name’

‘Once again, educators are being asked to do more and more with less and less resources.’
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News & Trending

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April 10, 2025 Andrew Powell

Bill establishing protections for domestic violence victims advances

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April 10, 2025 Jesse Scheckner

‘Bought and paid for’: Ben Albritton unveils roadmap to end property taxes — with voter OK

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BudgetHeadlines
April 10, 2025 A.G. Gancarski

Gov. DeSantis says sales tax relief should help Floridians, not foreigners

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EducationHeadlines
April 10, 2025 Janelle Irwin Taylor

State teachers union blasts proposed budgets as a ‘cut by another name’

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BudgetHeadlines
April 10, 2025 Gabrielle Russon

Senate proposes sales tax holidays to help hunters, workers and families

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HeadlinesInfluence
April 10, 2025 A.G. Gancarski

‘Cherry on top’: Gov. DeSantis says $10M steered to Hope Florida is legit

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HeadlinesInfluence
April 10, 2025 A.G. Gancarski

Despite qualms, Senate panel advances measure stopping university pollsters from tracking candidates, campaigns

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BudgetHeadlines
April 10, 2025 Jacob Ogles

Sneakerheads rejoice: Ben Albritton proposes eliminating sales tax on most clothes and shoes

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Legislative, Influence & Policy

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HeadlinesInfluence
Andrew Powell

Bill establishing protections for domestic violence victims advances

‘Every day, I personally come face to face with victims who have been brutally attacked, including being strangled until unconscious.’
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HeadlinesInfluence
Jesse Scheckner

‘Bought and paid for’: Ben Albritton unveils roadmap to end property taxes — with voter OK

‘The whole concept (of property taxes) doesn’t sit right with me.’
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HeadlinesInfluence
A.G. Gancarski

‘Cherry on top’: Gov. DeSantis says $10M steered to Hope Florida is legit

‘Don’t fall for the political nonsense.’
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HeadlinesInfluence
A.G. Gancarski

Despite qualms, Senate panel advances measure stopping university pollsters from tracking candidates, campaigns

If this language becomes law, issues could be polled. Races could not.
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HeadlinesInfluence
A.G. Gancarski

‘Sabotage’: Condo dispute offers Gov. DeSantis a new platform to hammer the Florida House

Intraparty grievances abound at DeSantis’ pressers.
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HeadlinesInfluence
Janelle Irwin Taylor

Up on pups: Pet insurance overhaul clears final legislative hurdle

Not a single lawmaker ever voted against it.
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HeadlinesInfluence
Drew Dixon

2 years since Florida insurance reforms, the impact appears to have benefited consumers

The rate of increase in insurance premium is decreasing in Florida to levels that are lower than every other state.
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HeadlinesInfluence
Gabrielle Russon

House passes bill to allow wrongful death lawsuits for fetuses after emotional debate

‘I’m very, very, very concerned this bill opens up the floodgates to cause chaos in Florida,’ said a Democrat against HB 1517.
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HeadlinesInfluence
Jesse Scheckner

‘Kill the Grinch’: Senate approves bill to codify penalties for gift card fraud

In 2023 alone, gift card fraud accounted for $217M lost in scams across the U.S.
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HeadlinesInfluence
Drew Dixon

‘We’re going to create that regulatory framework’: Senate gives thumbs up to tougher hemp restrictions

The bipartisan legislation adds would add new regulation and enforcement to the industry.
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HeadlinesInfluence
Janelle Irwin Taylor

His home battered by hurricanes, Nick DiCeglie scores a win on massive storm recovery bill

‘After a storm, Floridians need a clear path to recovery, not roadblocks.’
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HeadlinesInfluence
Andrew Powell

School choice scholarship changes clear Senate

‘Taxpayers, parents, teachers, and school administrators expect and deserve a swift and accurate accounting of taxpayer dollars.’
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Budget

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BudgetHeadlines
A.G. Gancarski

Gov. DeSantis says sales tax relief should help Floridians, not foreigners

‘I want the government funded by our nonresidents as much as possible.’
1 3min
BudgetHeadlines
Gabrielle Russon

Senate proposes sales tax holidays to help hunters, workers and families

Here’s the full list for the Senate’s proposed sales tax holidays this year.
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BudgetHeadlines
Jacob Ogles

Sneakerheads rejoice: Ben Albritton proposes eliminating sales tax on most clothes and shoes

The Senate President said Florida should treat garments under $75 as essentials, the same as food and diapers.
1 5min
BudgetHeadlines
Jacob Ogles

AHCA calls Hope Florida questioning ‘a complete ambush’

Alex Andrade said an online response to his questioning looked like a ‘hostage video.’
3 5min
BudgetHeadlines
A.G. Gancarski

Ron DeSantis says Florida won’t be ‘immune’ to economic ‘slowdown,’ but the state can ‘weather storms’

He told an industry group that the state’s rainy-day fund will help fill holes without tax hikes, however.
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BudgetHeadlines
Jacob Ogles

AHCA got $160M to cover a Medicaid discrepancy, then spent it elsewhere. Now the agency wants more

The funding issue further complicates already tense negotiations around the state budget this year.
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New Administration

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HeadlinesNew Administration
A.G. Gancarski

Florida to prosecute would-be Donald Trump assassin

The shooter could be sentenced to 60 years in a state prison if convicted and given maximum penalties.
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HeadlinesNew Administration
Associated Press

Donald Trump threatens more tariffs on China as global markets plunge

Despite tanking stock market trends, Donald Trump says he won’t back down on applying trade tariffs.
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HeadlinesNew Administration
Associated Press

Donald Trump roars down multiple paths of retribution as he vowed. Some targets yield while others fight

Prominent law firms to universities are being seen as capitulating to the President’s will.
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HeadlinesNew Administration
Associated Press

Donald Trump leans on SCOTUS as judges block his agenda

As losses mount in lower federal courts, President Donald Trump has returned to a tactic that he employed at the Supreme Court with remarkable success in his first term. Three times in the past week, and six since Trump took office a little more than two months ago, the Justice Department has asked the conservative-majority high court to step […]
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HeadlinesNew Administration
Associated Press

White House withdraws Elise Stefanik’s nomination for U.N. Ambassador over tight GOP House margin

‘We must be unified to accomplish our Mission.’
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HeadlinesNew Administration
Gabrielle Russon

Donald Trump nominates UCF’s ‘space czar’ for NASA job

‘Space is the most important thing to happen in at least half a millennia,’ said UCF’s space czar as he was nominated to be NASA’s CFO.
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HeadlinesNew Administration
Drew Dixon

Donald Trump nominates Flagler School Board member and transportation expert for top federal trucking post

Derek Barrs has a long history of trucking and transportation experience in Florida.
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HeadlinesNew Administration
Peter Schorsch

Donald Trump Co-Campaign Manager Chris LaCivita sues The Daily Beast for defamation

LaCivita says the outlet ‘maliciously’ and wrongly reported that he had earned $22M from the campaign.
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HeadlinesNew Administration
A.G. Gancarski

Ron DeSantis keeps pushing for Joseph Ladapo to take over CDC. Could he be confirmed?

Florida’s Top Doc’s views would be heavily scrutinized if Donald Trump advances him.
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HeadlinesNew Administration
A.G. Gancarski

‘Like a beggar’: Revived Donald Trump quotes offer reminders of feud with Ron DeSantis

A new book reminds us of how things were a couple of years ago.
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HeadlinesNew Administration
Associated Press

Elon Musk, DOGE tries to slash government by cutting out those who answer to voters

How will Congress respond?
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HeadlinesNew Administration
Associated Press

Donald Trump administration withdraws nomination of David Weldon for CDC director

The nominee faced questions about his controversial opinions on vaccines.
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Immigration Enforcement

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Fresh Take Florida

UF international student detained by immigration agents now back in Colombia

‘At this moment, Felipe is in a process of physical and emotional recovery.’
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HeadlinesImmigration Enforcement
Gabrielle Russon

Democrats join Republicans supporting E-Verify for small businesses

‘E-Verify is a bad word to a lot of people.’
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HeadlinesImmigration Enforcement
Jesse Scheckner

Miami Dems demand Krome Detention Center tour amid reports of ‘inhumane’ conditions

‘These alarming accounts illustrate the urgent need for me to exercise my duty of congressional oversight and intervention.’
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HeadlinesImmigration Enforcement
A.G. Gancarski

‘The mission continues’: Gov. DeSantis undaunted by ruling against state immigration law

‘We are not taking the pedal off the gas one bit.’
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HeadlinesImmigration Enforcement
A.G. Gancarski

Florida ACLU hails immigration law ruling

The TRO is in effect until April 18.
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HeadlinesImmigration Enforcement
A.G. Gancarski

Donna Deegan lets Jax illegal immigration bill become law without her signature

Deegan predicts lawsuits are coming once the bill becomes law.
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2026

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2026Headlines
Jacob Ogles

Felipe Sousa-Lazaballet eclipses his own fundraising goal with nearly $31,000 raised in first quarter for HD 42

He remains the only candidate filed in the race.
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2026Headlines
Jacob Ogles

Elijah Manley raises $275,000 to challenge Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick in Democratic Primary

The incumbent Congresswoman hasn’t announced her own fundraising totals yet.
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2026Headlines
Jesse Scheckner

Todd Delmay campaign reports $80K raised in 7 weeks toward HD 101 bid

Official fundraising numbers are due Thursday.
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2026Headlines
Ryan Nicol

Yvette Drucker says she raised more than $100K in first quarter in SD 26 bid

‘Yvette Drucker has been working tirelessly on her campaign.’
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2026Headlines
Jacob Ogles

North Florida leaders rally around Chase Brannan in race for HD 10

Jimmy Patronis, Scotty Rhoden and Brad Whitehead are among the sitting officials backing the Macclenny Republican.
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2026Headlines
Janelle Irwin Taylor

‘Shoulder-to-shoulder’: Chad Chronister backs Ryan Gill in HD 68

Gill is running to succeed Rep. Lawrence McClure, who is facing term limits.
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Federal

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Jacob Ogles

Donald Trump’s ‘buy’ tip before tariffs pause made money for investors who listened

He offered advice on Truth Social about four hours before a 90-day pause on a policy that had similarly impacted markets.
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FederalHeadlines
A.G. Gancarski

Florida Governor says state doesn’t need FEMA

The Governor wants ‘block grants,’ but he didn’t make it clear why states couldn’t simply pay their own way if FEMA disappears.
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FederalHeadlines
Jacob Ogles

Jimmy Patronis puts state official on blast for failing to promote My Safe Florida Homes

The Fort Walton Republican championed and administered the state program as Florida’s Chief Financial Officer.
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FederalHeadlines
Jacob Ogles

Florida delegation seeks answers on how axing FEMA would impact Florida in storm season

At a congressional delegation meeting in Washington, Democrats raised concerns that DOGE cuts could prove disastrous.
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FederalHeadlines
Jacob Ogles

Anna Paulina Luna drops proxy voting effort, supports Mike Johnson vote-pairing compromise

She said the solution offered can be used by members of Congress for a variety of emergencies.
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FederalHeadlines
A.G. Gancarski

Nuclear option: James Uthmeier makes power play

‘Florida is done waiting. We’re taking action.’
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Jacksonville

HeadlinesJax
Drew Dixon

New clinic opens in Jacksonville treating first responders and veterans with brain conditions

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Terrance Freeman wants Jax to opt into state DOGE effort

Donna Deegan defends embattled Jax General Counsel, rejects calls for him to step down

Veto coming? Donna Deegan worries Jacksonville illegal immigration crackdown may have ‘unintended consequences’

NE Florida

HeadlinesNE Florida
A.G. Gancarski

What’s in a name? St. Augustine is if legislation to rename a local airport keeps taking off

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Army Corps gets ready for $20M beach restoration project in Nassau County

James Uthmeier honors Jared Bridegan widow for ‘Bexley’s boxes’

A 16th-century Spanish explorer claimed St. Augustine, now it’s a remote work hot spot

Orlando

HeadlinesOrlando
Gabrielle Russon

Jim Gray files to run for re-election to Orlando City Council, setting up Tom Keen rematch

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Andrew Bain is back as an Orange County Judge with new Gov. DeSantis appointment

Monique Worrell slammed for being weak on crime over case that’s not in her judicial circuit

Christine Moore to leave Orange Co. Commission, run for Apopka Mayor

St. Pete

HeadlinesSt. Pete
Janelle Irwin Taylor

St. Pete City Council OKs $22.5M for Tropicana Field roof repairs

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House proposed budget funds education, water projects, road improvements in Pinellas

Pinellas County Commission OKs short-term rental ordinance, increased accountability

Pinellas County Commission tables Palm Harbor Library ‘sexual identity’ display ban

SW Florida

HeadlinesSW Florida
Fresh Take Florida

Fort Myers reverses course, will cooperate with ICE

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James Uthmeier calls Fort Myers ‘sanctuary city,’ warns City Council risks removal

Gov. DeSantis appoints Amanda Levy-Reis, James Stewart to 20th Circuit Court bench

Steve Branham wins Longboat Key Town Commission seat

Tampa

HeadlinesTampa Bay
Janelle Irwin Taylor

No tariffs here: Penguins to waddle through the Capitol to raise awareness for funding needs

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Women’s Final Four tips off in Tampa

Lawrence McClure backs Ryan Gill as a ‘constitutional conservative’ successor in HD 68

USF, Moffitt big winners in House proposed budget

Panhandle

HeadlinesPanhandle
Drew Dixon

Jimmy Patronis makes appointment to key Gulf Coast Board before he heads to Congress

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Panhandle NPR affiliate WUWF gets new Executive Director

Okaloosa businessman Jay Odom seeks disqualification of Beggs & Lane in legal battle

Historic ship completes first leg of journey to become world’s largest artificial reef on Florida’s Gulf Coast

Tallahassee

HeadlinesTallahassee
Peter Schorsch

John Dailey, Tally City Manager are taking local government dysfunction to a whole new level with TMH debacle

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Say hello to FSU Health

Republicans dog Democrats in Tallahassee drink-slinging duel for pet charities

Three illegal gambling houses shut down in Leon County bust this month

Communities

CommunitiesEmails & OpinionsHeadlines
Guest Author

Jena Antonucci: Preserving Florida — an agricultural triumph

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JJ Grow bests Judith Vowels to win HD 23 open seat

Bill Gladson endorses Matt McClain for Marion County Commission

Are Alachua Commissioners about to pay for a house of cardboard?

South Florida

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HeadlinesSouth Florida
Jesse Scheckner

‘Making Miami work again’: Emilio González, former City Manager, federal admin, enters Mayor’s race

He’s held high-ranking posts at all levels of government.
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HeadlinesSouth Florida
Jesse Scheckner

Senate passes bill paying $1.7M to family of rec leader who drowned in Miami Beach pool

The bill is now a House vote from passing.
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HeadlinesSouth Florida
Jesse Scheckner

Poll: Miami-Dade residents trust dentists over politicians, support water fluoridation

By a sizable margin, Miami-Dade residents trust water fluoridation and one of its most vocal supporters, Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, the survey found.
2 6min
HeadlinesSouth Florida
Ryan Nicol

Personnel note: Steve Bovo joining Corcoran Partners

‘We look forward to having the Mayor’s invaluable knowledge and expertise.’
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HeadlinesSouth Florida
Jesse Scheckner

Richard Lara, Tom Wells head to runoff for Group 3 seat on Coral Gables Commission

The winner will hold a swing vote on a divided dais City Hall.
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HeadlinesSouth Florida
Jesse Scheckner

Rhonda Anderson beats two challengers to secure second Coral Gables Commission term

Anderson enjoyed the largest margin of victory Tuesday.
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Culture Wars

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Culture WarsHeadlines
A.G. Gancarski

‘Gulf of America’ poised to flow into statutes, school rooms after Senate vote

Florida quickly sided with President Trump’s name change.
2 5min
Culture WarsHeadlines
Jacob Ogles

New College moving ahead with Russell Brand event despite ongoing rape investigation

‘This is a reflection of our commitment to civil discourse.’
6 7min
Culture WarsHeadlines
A.G. Gancarski

Bankers balk at antidiscrimination language in Florida Farm Bill

Financiers fear that language targeting ESG-based decisions just opens the door to more complaints.
1 5min
Culture WarsHeadlines
Fresh Take Florida

‘Gut punch’: Opposition grows to Attorney General’s decision not to enforce law banning gun sales to buyers under 21

‘It’s sad that we continue to relitigate something that has stood up in the courts.’
2 14min
Culture WarsHeadlines
A.G. Gancarski

Local DEI ban in doubt as bill not heard in Senate committee stop

If the bill is revived, it will be amended.
6 3min
Culture WarsHeadlines
A.G. Gancarski

‘Keep my wife out of this’: Byron Donalds responds to Jasmine Crockett attack on his marriage

‘This is the racism that occurs in the Democrat Party. I’m sick of it, tired of the BS.’
16 5min

Foreign Affairs

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Foreign AffairsHeadlines
A.G. Gancarski

Ashley Moody celebrates Chinese travel advisory, worries they could all be spies anyway

‘They are enlisting students to come over here and be espionage agents.’
3 3min
Foreign AffairsHeadlines
A.G. Gancarski

Senate passes anti-BDS legislation targeting ‘antisemitism’ in schools, arts groups

The House is expected to take up the issue later this month.
1 3min
Foreign AffairsHeadlines
Jesse Scheckner

Kevin Marino Cabrera confirmed as U.S. Ambassador to Panama

He must vacate his Miami-Dade Commission seat before officially taking the job.
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Foreign AffairsHeadlines
A.G. Gancarski

Byron Donalds says U.S. will ‘continue to go down the line’ with Donald Trump on tariffs

POTUS’ preferred candidate for Governor is singing from the White House’s protectionist hymn sheet.
13 3min
Foreign AffairsHeadlines
Associated Press

China raises its retaliatory tariff on the U.S. to 84% as it vows to ‘fight to the end’

‘History and facts have proven that the United States’ increase in tariffs will not solve its own problems.’
11 5min
Foreign AffairsHeadlines
A.G. Gancarski

Byron Donalds justifies tariffs, says U.S. isn’t global economy ‘Dream Team’ anymore

‘We still win the gold, but the games are harder.’
13 3min

Emails & Opinions

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Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 4.10.25

Be better than the competition. Sunburn gives you the edge.

Last Call for 4.9.25 – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida

Ken LaRoe: Bill to change IOTA program, cut funding for legal aid is wrong path forward

Fabián Basabe: Stop the spin. Start following the money.

Jacksonville Bold for 4.9.25: Brooke Curry deepfake causes real pain

Apolitical

APoliticalHeadlines

Florida new jobless claims increase for the first time in a month

Florida’s jump in new unemployment claims reflected the national trend, which also witnessed an increase.
APoliticalHeadlines

Hoop dreams drive big bets from Ron DeSantis, Rick Scott on Gators in NCAA championship

BBQ, beer and bragging rights are on the line.
APoliticalHeadlines

Florida tops the nation in domestic tourists last year, breaks its own record for a sixth time

APoliticalHeadlines

Florida gas prices rise, but oil prices fall to 4-year lows

Auburn Tigers take on the Florida Gators in Final 4

Tech

HeadlinesTech

Senate OKs increased penalties for AirTag use in dangerous crimes

There are several recent examples of people using the tech in the furtherance of a crime.
HeadlinesTech

Deepfake crackdown will head to Senate floor

‘Brooke’s Law’ is also ready for a House vote.
HeadlinesTech

‘Brooke’s Law’ to remove porn deepfakes clears final House hurdle before reaching floor

HeadlinesTech

How a deepfake changed Brooke Curry’s life, and what she’s doing about it

Florida is the top state in a surprising category, according to industry group

Education

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EducationHeadlines
Janelle Irwin Taylor

State teachers union blasts proposed budgets as a ‘cut by another name’

‘Once again, educators are being asked to do more and more with less and less resources.’
2 10min
EducationHeadlines
Fresh Take Florida

Florida universities face sweeping state audit under Ron DeSantis’ DOGE mandate

‘It’s just nuts. I don’t know what they think these monies are being used for.’ 
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EducationHeadlines
Jesse Scheckner

‘A full-throttled takeover’: Dems decry charter school conversion bill in last House committee

‘Every year, it gets deeper and deeper.’
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