Funding crisis: Brevard County's $2B-plus shortfall for flooding fix, infrastructure projects
Brevard County officials say a massive infrastructure funding shortfall is slowing efforts to address persistent flooding in northern parts of the county, frustrating residents who demanded answers from commissioners this week.
Stimulus payment December 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Hold off on that purchase! Online rumors of new stimulus checks by year’s end are out there.
Trump on Rob Reiner: Republicans react to president's comment
Trump's comment on Monday came as police were still investigating the deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife as an apparent homicide.
Two-thirds of Americans say government should ensure health care for all: poll
The poll comes as more than 22 million Americans brace for significantly higher health care costs next year.
New photos from Epstein's estate show Trump, Bill Clinton and more
House Democrats released new photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate and called the images "disturbing." They include President Trump, former President Bill Clinton and other high-profile men.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia heading back to Maryland after judge orders his release from ICE custody
Kilmar Abrego Garcia has been released from ICE custody after a federal judge in Maryland granted the order amid his legal fight over deportation.
Judge issues temporary order blocking ICE from detaining Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order to prohibit immigration officials from detaining Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
Yaya Alert System: Bill would create real-time alerts for schools during threats
Florida lawmakers are considering a proposal that would require real-time alerts to schools, child-care centers and nearby residents when law enforcement identifies an “imminent threat," a measure its sponsors say could save lives.
Florida, Texas sue FDA over long-standing approval of abortion drug mifepristone
Two Republican-led states are challenging more than two decades of federal decisions that allowed mifepristone to be approved, regulated and shipped by mail.
Charlie Kirk murder suspect Tyler Robinson makes first in-person court appearance
The man charged with shooting and killing Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk made his first in-person court appearance Thursday.
Senate blocks ACA subsidies extension: What this means for your health insurance
The Senate on Thursday rejected legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits. Here's what we know.
Trump's management of the economy hits its lowest point, poll finds
A new poll is showing declines in Trump’s economic and immigration approval. Here’s what we know.
Trump launches $1 million 'gold card' immigration visa program. What we know
The president is lauding the initiative as a refined path to citizenship for qualified applicants.
Tourists may have to provide 5 years of social media history to enter US
A proposed rule would require foreign travelers who can currently visit the U.S. without a visa to submit extensive social media, email and family history to be approved.
Epstein files: What’s getting released, when, and what to expect
The countdown has begun for the government to publicly unseal its grand jury files on Jeffrey Epstein. Here’s what’s getting released, and what to expect.
Who is Eileen Higgins? Democrat elected Miami's first woman mayor
Eileen Higgins ended a nearly 30-year drought for Democrats by winning the Miami mayor race, defeating Republican Emilio Gonzalez in the election.
Roger Chapin wins competitive Orlando Dist. 3 runoff election, defeating Mira Tanna
Roger Chapin won the runoff election for Orlando City Council District 3 on Tuesday night, defeating Mira Tanna in a tight race.
Dept. of Education reaches deal to end SAVE plan: What this means for student loan borrowers
On Tuesday, the Dept. of Education announced that it had reached a proposed settlement agreement that, if given court approval, will end the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) student loan repayment plan.
FBI agents fired for kneeling during 2020 protest sue over termination
Twelve former FBI agents filed a lawsuit to get their jobs back after being fired for kneeling during a 2020 racial justice protest, an action they claim was meant to avoid a volatile situation.
Ghislaine Maxwell case: Judge grants request to unseal case records
A federal judge says the Justice Department can publicly release investigative materials from a sex trafficking case against Ghislaine Maxwell, the longtime confidant of Jeffrey Epstein.