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State representative Mike Caruso presents $1.95 million check for affordable mental health services
Florida State representative Mike Caruso and Senator Shevrin Jones presented a $1.95 million check for affordable mental health services for several different South Florida Jewish Family Services organizations on Monday afternoon. Read More.
The Supreme Court's new term starts Monday. Here's what you need to know
The Supreme Court seems a bit quieter than in recent years, as the justices begin a new term. Read More.
Here are the new laws beginning Oct. 1 in Florida
'The reality is, we're not doing anything in the penal system to handle ... these types of offenders,' Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book says Read More.
'A step in the right direction': Local leaders on Opioid Abatement law in Florida
A State Representative in Palm Beach County believes the new law aimed to tackle the ongoing opioid crisis in Florida is a step in the right direction. Read More.
Federal trial seeking overturn of Florida's new congressional districts begins
A panel of three federal judges started hearing arguments Tuesday as the latest legal challenge against Florida's new congressional districts began. Read More.
Palm Beach County sheriff, prosecutors look to eliminate 'evil' antisemitic acts
Authorities in Palm Beach County are looking to find and prosecute those responsible for antisemitic acts and hope a new state law will be a deterrent for these groups. Read More.
High-speed trains begin making trip between Orlando and Miami
A privately owned high-speed passenger train service has been launched between Florida’s two biggest tourist hubs. Read More.
Colleges make Gen Z mental health crisis worse with safe spaces
The last thing young people need to be told when they arrive on campus is, “You’re fragile. But don’t worry, we’ll protect you.” Yet this message is loud and clear. Read More.
Gov Ron DeSantis boost workers maternity leave in new policy for state
The new policy provides nine week of paid leave after the birth of a child. It's the most generous leave policy for mothers among Southeastern states. Read More.
Federal court rules Biden’s attempt to stop state tax cuts as unconstitutional, Moody celebrates
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody announced on Thursday that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit denied the U.S. Department of the Treasury's motion for a full panel review of the court’s prior decision. Read More.
Florida law enforcement recruitment efforts reaching Illinois
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a new billboard campaign to recruit officers from Illinois through a bonus program. Read More.
Florida GOP gives a victory to Trump over DeSantis by scrapping a proposed primary ballot rule
A home state win for Trump over DeSantis as the Florida Republican Party drops a loyalty pledge after pressure from the former president Read More.
Gun-toting Florida man turns tables on sister's ex who broke down front door: police
An armed man in Florida fatally shot his sister's ex-boyfriend after he broke into his sister's home and hit her several times, authorities said. Read More.
Florida law enforcement arrests neo-Nazi demonstrator who draped swastikas over I-4
Protesters in June flew swastikas and Ron DeSantis flags, but the Governor signed a law leading to the arrest. Read More.
Florida researchers offering $50 to fishermen who catch this species of fish
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is offering a bounty of $50 to fishermen who share the fish species of cobia during a specific timeframe until September 2024. Read More.
