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Do Florida school board elections signal the end of Moms for Liberty?
The poor results of school board candidates backed by Gov. Ron DeSantis in this month’s primary raised questions about whether the governor’s influence could be on the wane. He might not be alone. Since his endorsements mirrored those of Moms for Liberty — they jointly targeted several incumbents...
Miami ends civilian police oversight, citing new state law
For more than 20 years, Miami Police have had an extra set of eyes – civilian eyes – watching over how it investigates officers accused of misconduct. But soon that oversight will be no more. Miami’s Civilian Investigative Panel is being dissolved effective Sept. 30, after Gov. Ron...
SpaceX Falcon 9 booster catches fire, tips over in landing after Florida launch
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – A SpaceX booster caught fire and tipped over early Wednesday while trying to land on a drone ship in the Atlantic. A Falcon 9 rocket blasted off at 3:48 a.m. from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, sending another batch of Starlink satellites into orbit. After...
National Hurricane Center tracking new disturbance in Atlantic. Is quiet period over?
The National Hurricane Center is tracking a new disturbance in the central Atlantic, according to the latest advisory. The Pacific continues to be busy — with the National Hurricane Center currently tracking two tropical storms and one hurricane. ...
New proposal aims to clear up confusion on felons voting in Florida
The Florida Division of Elections has proposed updating rules to include a form for felons to fill out, requesting an advisory opinion on whether or not they are eligible to vote. The agency released an advisory opinion on the proposal last week.
Georgia Bulldogs news: Little brother shuts up FSU fans, Stetson Bennett named Stafford’s backup, and more
If Georgia's beatdown of FSU in last year’s Orange Bowl wasn’t enough to shut up disgruntled Seminoles fans still crying about not making the College Football Playoff, then maybe Georgia Tech’s 24-21 win in Week 0 will. Starting the season at No. 10 in the country, Mike Norvell’s team was a favorite to make the 12-team CFP and win the ACC, but those dreams could be in big jeopardy after the shocking upset loss in Dublin.
Margaritaville Resort Orlando to celebrate first-ever Jimmy Buffett Day
ORLANDO, Fla. – The Florida Legislature declared Aug. 30 as Jimmy Buffet Day in Florida, and Margaritaville Resort Orlando is celebrating the life and music of the music legend. Hosted in the hotel’s grand lobby, the event will feature live music, family activities, raffles, and giveaways including a two-night...
442 cases of dengue fever reported in Florida 2024. What are the symptoms?
Two more cases of locally acquired dengue were reported in Florida in the week of Aug. 18-24. That makes 25 cases in six counties in 2024, according to the latest data from the Florida Department of Health. Health advisories and alerts have been issued for the affected counties. But the number of travel-related cases...
Shift in Florida’s lizard population could influence spread of mosquito-borne diseases, UF/IFAS scientists probing impacts
The brown anole, a nonnative lizard and common sight in Florida, has long served as an important host for disease-carrying mosquitoes. However, its population in South Florida may be declining, apparently displaced by the more recent arrival and spread of the Peters’s rock agama, an aggressive and large nonnative lizard.
Moon Crush "Pink Moon" celebrates five years Spring 2025, featuring Wilco, Mt. Joy, JJ Grey & Mofro, Blackberry Smoke + more
Creators of the boutique music vacation, Topeka, confirm the fifth-anniversary return of Moon Crush “Pink Moon” in Miramar Beach, Florida. Set to take place from April 25-27, 2025, this special weekend of music will feature performances by Wilco, Mt. Joy, JJ Grey & Mofro, Blackberry Smoke, O.A.R., Waxahatchee, Guster, James Bay, and more. Arrive early on Thursday, April 24th, for a beachfront bonfire with live music, followed by a special evening featuring Charlie Starr and Benji Shanks from Blackberry Smoke, along with Duane Betts. Let’s Keep On Crushin’...
Opponents stage protests against Florida state parks development plans pushed by DeSantis
DUNEDIN, Fla. (AP) — Opponents of a plan pushed by Gov. Ron DeSantis to build golf courses, hotels, pickleball courts and other development at Florida state parks staged protests Tuesday at several sites as pressure builds against the proposal. The Republican governor’s Department of Environmental Protection unveiled the plans last week and had planned a single hour of public hearings near the nine affected parks. Amid growing outcry, a golf course proposal at one park was abandoned and the agency delayed hearings until at least week — if they happen at all. “It’s just contrary to what our parks are about,” said Democratic state Rep. Lindsey Cross prior to a rally outside Honeymoon Island State Park along the central Gulf coast, where the plan envisions pickleball courts to be constructed near its unspoiled sugar-sand beaches. “It’s a place to slow down, to reconnect with nature.’ About 150 people gathered at the Honeymoon Island event, many carrying signs with slogans such as “Save Don’t Pave” and “Parks Over Profit.” Similar protests took place Tuesday at three other parks and at the state DEP headquarters in Tallahassee.
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