Florida News In 1 Minute

Florida2023-11-15T06:06:05+00:00

Citizens Property Insurance Corp. facing possible $200M shortfall in litigation expenses

March 26th, 2024|

Despite attempts by the Legislature to reduce lawsuits and their related costs for property insurers, the state-run Citizens Property Insurance Corp. faces a potential $200 million shortfall in litigation expenses. [...]

Florida unemployment rate holds steady in February, lower than national rate

March 25th, 2024|

It's the 40th straight month Florida has a lower unemployment rate than the national figure.Florida’s unemployment rate for February held steady while remaining lower than the national jobless figure for [...]

Attorneys try to stop Gov. DeSantis appointees from giving depositions in Disney lawsuit

March 21st, 2024|

Attorneys for the Walt Disney World governing district taken over last year by Gov. Ron DeSantis’ allies don’t want the Governor’s appointees answering questions under oath as part of its state lawsuit [...]

Uncounted votes exceed margins in Naples Mayor race as Collier Co. officials schedule a recount

March 20th, 2024|

The number of still-uncounted ballots in a race for Naples Mayor exceeds the margin between the top candidates there. Meanwhile, officials are preparing for a complete recount Saturday for the [...]

Jacksonville Ethics Panel wants Gov. DeSantis veto of bill that could crush ‘anti-corruption’ efforts

March 16th, 2024|

The bill had resounding support in Tallahassee, with just four votes against it in the Senate, and 24 opposed in the House.The Jacksonville Ethics Commission is urging a veto of SB [...]

Rick Scott leads Senate outrage over Nicaraguan preacher persecution

March 14th, 2024|

Senate Republicans want 'targeted sanctions' from the White House against the regime in Managua.A U.S. Senator from Florida is demanding sanctions on the Nicaraguan government amid ongoing targeted harassment of ministers [...]

Legislature shoots down bills to broaden gun safety requirements, background checks

March 12th, 2024|

In something of a “Gunshine State” tradition, the GOP-controlled Legislature this year shot down proposals to strengthen safety strictures for Florida gun owners, ban untraceable weapons and boost court protections [...]

Gov. DeSantis adviser could run Disney World government as next Administrator

March 11th, 2024|

Gov. Ron DeSantis recommended one of his top campaign advisers get the job as District Administrator for Walt Disney World’s government. Stephanie Kopelousos would replace Glen Gilzean, who served as [...]

Florida’s leaders expand breast & cervical cancer early detection efforts

March 10th, 2024|

During the 2024 Legislative Session, Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Legislature continued to prioritize cancer research, detection, and treatment efforts to improve survivorship in the state. This included a [...]

Florida Association of Managing Entities, Florida Behavioral Health Organization celebrate mental health legislation

March 9th, 2024|

Two stakeholder groups are united in approval over legislation passed the Session that changes Florida’s approach to mental health. Florida Association of Managing Entities CEO Natalie K. Kelly says her [...]

Go to Top