Bill backed by Gov. DeSantis to address homeless crisis under scrutiny
A new bill proposed to help with Florida's homeless crisis is backed by Governor DeSantis, but is under scrutiny by some homeless advocates.
Florida teachers pick up extra jobs to make ends meet
Educators in Central Florida are scraping to get by and many are picking up second jobs. Fox 35 profiled two teachers who found it necessary to pick up extra work to make ends meet for their families.
Florida's new concealed carry law takes effect July 1: What to know
The constitutional carry law signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to go into effect on July 1.
NAACP issues travel advisory for those traveling to Florida in light of DeSantis' 'restrictive' policies
On the day Florida Governor Ron DeSantis returned to his home state after traveling to New Hampshire, the NAACP issued a travel advisory for those choosing to travel to the Sunshine state — citing laws that the organization said restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Florida senator proposes new distinctively marked license plates for registered sex offenders
A Florida Senator added an amendment to a bill that would require registered sex offenders to have license plates on their cars with the words "sexual offender" marked in red, along with some other stipulations.
How new Florida law could impact LGBTQ+ pride parades
Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to sign a bill that would block minors from attending certain drag shows.
Florida lawmakers propose targeting drag queen performances where children are present
Members of the Central Florida drag community are stepping into the spotlight to voice their opposition after state lawmakers file two bills targeting their performances.
Here's the last day to register to vote in Florida
Florida residents have less than a week to register to vote in the general election coming up on November 8.
Senator Ileana Garcia appointed to Florida council on human trafficking
Florida Senator Ileana Garcia was appointed to Chair of the Senate Committee on Children, Families and Elder Affairs on Thursday.
AARP Florida concerned new law will negatively impact nursing home care
In a state with one of the largest 65-plus populations in the U.S., AARP Florida is sounding the alarm about a bill recently signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
New law aimed at protecting children from dying in hot cars
August will mark four years since the death of 3-year-old Myles Hill. His tragic death, which according to investigators was the result of being left inside a hot van, inspired change.
Rep. Eskamani warned of possible ‘government-backed attack’ to email account
The State Representative received 3 email alerts from Google Thursday alerting her of possible government-backed attacks to her campaign account.