Florida House moves to lower gun purchase age, reviving post-Parkland debate
Florida House Republicans on Wednesday backed a proposal that would repeal part of a law passed after the 2018 mass shooting at Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and allow people under age 21 to buy rifles and shotguns.
Bear hunt backlash: FWC to hear public comment on first proposed bear hunt in 10 years
The controversial topic of bear hunting is back up for discussion in Florida. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is hosting a virtual public meeting to gauge the public’s interest in hosting their first bear hunt in 10 years.
Florida lawmakers advance bill to rename Gulf of Mexico as Gulf of America
Florida lawmakers advanced a bill to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America, aligning with a Trump-era executive order.
Florida legislative session begins today
Dr. Larry J. Walker, assistant professor at UCF and political analyst, discusses the Florida legislative session, which kicks off today and runs for 60 days. A number of bills are set to be considered at the session, and the yearly state budget will also be passed.
Who is Byron Donalds? Florida Rep. wants to replace DeSantis as governor
Republican U.S. Congressman Byron Donalds announced on Tuesday that he plans to run for Florida governor in the 2026 election. Here's what we know about him.
Rep. Byron Donalds announces run for Florida governor
Rep. Byron Donalds has made it official that he will run for Florida governor in 2026. He made the announcement in an appearance on FOX News last Tuesday night. Donalds' announcement comes only a few days after an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
DeSantis announces I-75 expansion, $75B in road improvements
On Tuesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced expansion plans for I-75, $75B in road improvements and the possibility of a new Buc-ees location.
Florida Gov. DeSantis announces I-75 expansion, $70B in road improvements, new Buc-ee's
On Tuesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced expansion plans for I-75, $70B in road improvements and the possibility of a new Buc-ee's locations.
Gov. DeSantis creates Florida DOGE: Here's what it will do
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that he was creating a "state DOGE task force," inspired by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, part of President Donald Trump's administration.
Gov. Ron DeSantis hits Byron Donalds, boosts wife in Florida governor speculation
Who could be the Florida governor after Ron DeSantis finishes his second term? The jockeying is underway with President Donald Trump firing the first shot.
Who will replace Gov. DeSantis as Florida governor? New poll considers potential candidates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has been elected twice to lead the Sunshine State – and will become term limited when his term ends in 2026. However, recent media reports and political pundits speculated whether his wife, First Lady Casey DeSantis would be interested in running to succeed him.
Poll results: Who will be the next Florida governor?
A recent poll from the University of North Florida found Casey DeSantis, the First Lady of Florida, is an early favorite in next year's governor race. Out of the more than 800 people poled, DeSantis had a 30% favorability rating.
Senator Danny Burgess files bill to improve flood mitigation ahead of hurricane season
Florida State Senator Danny Burgess has introduced legislation aimed at improving flood mitigation efforts by requiring local governments to inspect stormwater management systems before each hurricane season.
DeSantis proposes pay raise for law enforcement, firefighters
Gov. Ron DeSantis is proposing nearly $120 million to support a pay raise for state law enforcement officers and firefighters in Florida. The governor made the announcement on Friday during a news conference in Ponte Vedra Beach to show his support for law enforcement.
Governor proposes pay check bump for law enforcement officers
Law enforcement officers could soon get a nig bump to their paychecks. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis talked about the raises today, while also talking about how many officers have recently moved to the state from other areas.
DeSantis: Florida now has 'toughest' immigration enforcement laws in the United States
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a number of bills into law on Thursday that seek to address immigration enforcement in the state – and in step with President Donald Trump's efforts to tackle immigration enforcement across the nation. Florida now has the “toughest" state laws on immigration enforcement in the United States of America, Gov. DeSantis said.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announces new initiative to protect boating rights
Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced the Boater Freedom Initiative, a legislative proposal that protects Floridians’ right to boat.
Florida sheriff addresses illegal immigration in the state
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd joins the FOX 35 News team live to talk about his push to put more power in the hands of local law enforcement to help battle illegal immigration.
Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks at Miami International Boat Show
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke at the Miami International Boat Show ribbon-cutting ceremony. The ceremony featured elected officials, community leaders and industry executives.
Gov. Ron DeSantis sides with Trump's FEMA overhaul plan
Gov. Ron DeSantis is getting behind President Donald Trump's pledge to overhaul the way FEMA operates. Trump's Jan. 24 executive order calls for a "full scale review" of FEMA.