Former FL Supreme Court Justice Speaks Out For An Independent Judiciary

Name-calling against individual judges undermines the rule of law, says Barbara Pariente.

DeSantis Confident Florida Won't Run Afoul Of Trump's AI Order

‘We’d be able to win’ any clash over his artificial intelligence ‘Bill of Rights,’ governor predicts.

Live Grenade Found In FL Goodwill Store Donation Bin: Police

A Goodwill store in northern Florida was evacuated after a live grenade was found in a donation bin, police said.

Moez Limayem Unanimously Approved As USF President

Limayen thanked his UNF colleagues and USF trustees, retelling how he came to America from Tunisia.

Fl Board Of Governors Nixes Year-Old Policy Giving Chair Power On University Presidents

It is a policy, critics said, that vested too much power in one individual.

Local Realtor 'Goes Above And Beyond': What Makes The Villages Realtor A Best Of 2025 Pick

Lynda Leone receives praise for her honesty, integrity, and willingness to go above and beyond in her Best of 2025 nomination.

FL Restaurant Makes One Of Country's Best Dishes, New Report Says

A Florida restaurant serves up a dish that The New York Times said is one of the best meals of 2026. Here's where to find it.

FL Deputies Rescue Man Trapped In Submerged Car: WATCH

Deputies were forced to break the window to remove the man from the submerged car, authorities said.

This FL Town Is The Perfect Place To Celebrate Christmas 2025, HGTV Says

The nation's oldest active city, this small Florida town is ideal for loved ones to celebrate Christmas together.

DeSantis' Proposed $117B State Budget Highlights Teacher Pay, Everglades

The budget request is a legislative wish list only; lawmakers will decide in the end.

National Democrats Target US Senate GOP Incumbents On Health Care Votes

President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Republicans’ goal was to provide funding “directly to the people” to “buy their own health care.”

Energy Officials Tell Florida Lawmakers They're Aware Of The Unpopularity Of AI Data Centers

The hearing came days after Gov. DeSantis announced a proposal to protect Floridians from footing the bill for AI data centers.

House Speaker Daniel Perez Seeks Cuts, Restrictions, For Safety-Net Programs

The bills target food and health care for adults and children.

Unforgettable Adventures: Memory Care Residents Explore the Florida Everglades

The Watermark at Marco Island brings joy and adventure to seniors living with dementia

Senate President Says Florida Should Wait For U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Before Redistricting

The stance puts the Senate in synch with the governor, and not the House.

Legislature Democrats Put Affordability Atop Their 2026 Session Agenda

‘Despite the president calling it a hoax, we all see with our own eyes that the affordability crisis is real.’

Report Alleges ‘Culture Of Abuse And Violence' At Panhandle Prison

Blame falls to overcrowding and low staff-to-prisoner ratios, SPLC says.

How Much Sense Would A David Jolly-Gwen Graham Ticket Make For Governor?

The Democratic candidate says he’ll name his running mate before the August primary.

Dozens Of Cities, States Hiking Minimum Wages In 2026 Amid Federal Inaction

Lathrop said research increasingly finds that higher wages improve educational outcomes, mental and physical health.

Privacy Concerns Linger In Reproductive Health Care Despite HIPAA Lawsuit's Dismissal

The federal HIPAA law is meant to protect patient information, especially when that information travels between providers.

New Work Requirements For SNAP In Florida: What To Know

The sweeping changes to the nation’s largest food aid program took effect under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which Trump signed in July.

Here Are The Odds Of Hitting A Deer In FL This Season

Most animal-involved crashes occur in the fall. A 2025 State Farm analysis shares the odds of drivers hitting a deer in Florida.

Iconic Motorcycle Brand Struggles, Shuttering Dealerships In FL

"I'm a dealer, and I hate to admit this, but there are too many dealers for the number of new vehicles that are being sold today."

‘Copy Of Guantánamo': Human Rights Group Alleges Torture, Inhumanity At ‘Alligator Alcatraz,' Krome

“It’s a copy of Guantánamo,” a Cuban man identified as an asylum seeker told Amnesty. “The conditions are inhuman.”

GOP Gubernatorial Candidate James Fishback Campaigns On The Message That ‘Florida Is Our Home'

The 30-year-old political newcomer wants to end HB-1 visas and remove every ‘foreign worker who has stolen a job from us.’

Massive Cheese Recall: Products At Publix, Target, Walmart Pulled In FL

Among the dozens of brands affected by the recall in Florida are Target's Good and Gather, Walmart's Great Value and Happy Farms by Aldi.

Homeland Security Wants State Driver's License Data For Sweeping Citizenship Program

“It is like playing Whac-A-Mole, but the Constitution applies to ICE, too,” Sen. Julie Gonzales said.

FL's Post Office, FedEx And UPS Christmas Shipping Deadlines For 2025

Shipping deadlines for mail and other packages from Dec. 11 to Dec. 23.

FL Airports Rank Among Best In Nation: See Where Your Local Airport Lands

J.D. Power's 2025 North America Airport Satisfaction Study draws on feedback from more than 30,000 U.S. or Canadian travelers.

National Guard Shooting Suspect To Face Murder Charge

The Department of Homeland Security did not confirm for States Newsroom the date Lakanwal was granted asylum.

These Are The Most Affordable FL Towns To Retire In 2025

WorldAtlas recently released its picks for the 10 most affordable towns to retire in Florida for 2025.

New State Laws Tackle Private Equity's Growing Role In Health Care

This year, several states have passed laws to increase oversight and transparency of private equity’s continuing acquisitions.

Stranded Coyote Safe After Getting Stuck On Ledge Of FL Hotel: Watch

A coyote is safe after getting stranded on the ledge of a Fort Myers hotel parking garage, police said.

Fair Media Council Launches National Survey on News and Democracy

Florida residents invited to weigh in on how news shapes democracy today

Florida Bear Hunt To Take Place Next Month After Judge Rejects Injunction

The first such hunt in Florida in a decade is scheduled to take place from Dec. 6 to Dec. 28.

FL Teen Killed On Cruise Ship Was Asphyxiated, Death Ruled Homicide: Report

Court documents filed in a separate custody dispute revealed her 16-year-old stepbrother has been identified as a suspect in her death.

Blazing Turkey And Dad Jokes: Ingoglia Hosts Turkey Safety Demonstration

Floridians should set up the turkey-frying station far away from their homes at ground level, completely thaw the bird before frying it.

FL Man With Dementia Rescued 80 Hours After Going Out For Walk: Reports

After 80 hours, a missing FL man with dementia was rescued from a wooded area, reports said.

FL Girl, 8, Stabbed Grandmother Who Was Attacking Her Mother With Knife: Reports

A woman who attacked her estranged daughter was stabbed by her 8-year-old granddaughter at a north FL home, the sheriff’s office said.

US Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Charged With Stealing $5 Million In FEMA Funds

Cherfilus-McCormick also, and her tax preparer, were charged with conspiring to file a false federal tax return.