New College of Florida could take over USF Sarasota-Manatee, senator says

It would be a dramatic expansion for New College, which DeSantis has prioritized.

Florida is considering doing away with property taxes

Gov. Ron DeSantis wants a bill in front of voters on the 2026 ballot.

‘The job is literally not to die’: Florida Legislature ponders nixing lieutenant governor position amid DOGE debate

The proposed constitutional amendment would also create a new Cabinet position called the “Commissioner of Government Efficiency.”

‘Gulf of America’ bill moves through Florida Legislature

The "Gulf of America" bills continue to clear hurdles in the Florida Legislature.

Traffic disruptions continue as south Miami-Dade brush fire remains only 20% contained

The only ways in and out of the Florida Keys were once again closed due to a large brush fire in far south Miami-Dade County Thursday.

DNC invests in Florida special elections

The Democratic National Committee announced an investment in two April special House races in Florida on Thursday.  The Hill was the first outlet to learn of the investment, which according to…

Gulf of Endor? Florida legislator lampoons ‘Gulf of America’ bill with ‘Star Wars’ suggestions. See full list

State Rep. Anna Eskamani announces that she has filed an amendment to rename landmarks after places in "Star Wars."

Florida sees critical wildfire risk Thursday as blazes burn in Miami area

Long lines at South Florida DMVs as companies scoop up, sell appointments, tax collector says

One reason people can’t get appointments is that companies are scooping up time slots and then selling them, sometimes for up to $250 a reservation, according to News 6 partner Local 10 News.

Diver dies, two rescued in Florida’s Twin Caves system

One diver has died and two have been rescued after getting into trouble in the Twin Caves system in Marianna,…