Parent group: Japanese sci-fi book series too violent, inappropriate for high school libraries
A Japanese book series is being described as too violent and inappropriate for high school libraries in Osceola County, and a parents group is pushing to have the series removed.
Florida law targets college diversity programs
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Monday that bars public universities from using state or federal money toward programs that advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) or promote political or social activism.
Gov. DeSantis signs 3 education bills that include targeting diversity programs at Florida universities
From New College of Florida – where its Board of Trustees was revamped earlier this year – Gov. Ron DeSantis signed several education reform bills that include prohibiting colleges and universities from spending money on diversity programs.
U.S. prosecutors to dismiss charges against Andrew Gillum following mistrial
Federal prosecutors asked a judge Monday to dismiss the remaining corruption charges against Andrew Gillum, the Democratic nominee for Florida governor in 2018, after a jury deadlocked on all but one count following a trial earlier this month.
Consulate of Mexico in Orlando holds information session over anti-illegal immigration bill
It was standing room only inside the lobby of the Consulate of Mexico in Orlando Thursday night as concerned community members learned more about the anti-illegal immigration bill Gov. Ron DeSantis signed and how it impacts them.
Tyre Sampson Act, Disney monorail inspection among bills signed into law by Gov. DeSantis
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday signed 37 bills, including a measure that will improve the safety of amusement rides, regulate inspection of Walt Disney World’s monorail system, and prevent the release of past and future travel records of DeSantis and other state leaders.
Immigrant rights activists denounce controversial new Florida law
Immigrant rights activists in Orange County gathered Thursday morning to denounce the state's new immigration bill.
Gov. DeSantis signs controversial immigration measure
With a federal change expected to lead to a surge in migrants crossing the country’s southern border, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed a controversial bill that targets illegal immigration.
Disney board banned X-rated stores and liquor shops from property, overlooking prisons
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Disney updates lawsuit against DeSantis to add new events, including monorail oversight
Disney on Monday amended its free speech lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis to add recent developments in the tit-for-tat fight between the entertainment giant and the Florida governor, such as a new law granting the state unprecedented authority to inspect a monorail system at Disney World.
Florida bans Chinese citizens from buying land: 'We don't want the CCP in the Sunshine State'
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation Monday banning Chinese citizens from purchasing land in Florida unless they are also a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
DeSantis signs bill targeting Walt Disney World
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed a measure aimed at overturning controversial development agreements involving Walt Disney World.
Andrew Gillum trial: Jury finds ex-Democrat Florida governor nominee not guilty of lying to FBI
Former Florida Democratic candidate for governor Andrew Gillum, who came within a whisker of defeating Republican Ron DeSantis in 2018, was acquitted Thursday of lying to the FBI in a corruption case that also involved illegal use of campaign contributions.
DeSantis to sign bill banning gender-affirming care to kids
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to sign a bill legislators sent him Thursday that would keep doctors from prescribing drugs and performing procedures on minors who are seeking gender-affirming care.
Florida lawmakers back scrapping controversial Disney agreements
Florida lawmakers on Thursday approved a proposal aimed at invalidating controversial development agreements involving Walt Disney World, sending the issue to Gov. Ron DeSantis, who has feuded with Disney for the past year.
Disney monorail inspections bill headed for Gov. DeSantis
The Florida House on Wednesday gave final approval to a bill that would lead to the state Department of Transportation inspecting Walt Disney World’s monorail system, as Gov. Ron DeSantis is locked in a battle with Disney.
Immigration changes teed up for DeSantis
As he opened the 2023 legislative session nearly two months ago, Gov. Ron DeSantis targeted illegal immigration.
Florida woman arrested for throwing glass of wine at Rep. Matt Gaetz at food festival: affidavit
A woman was arrested over the weekend in Florida under suspicion of battery after she threw a glass of wine at Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz.
Bill imposing 8-year school term limits headed to DeSantis
The Florida Senate on Monday gave final approval to a bill that would impose eight-year term limits on county school-board members, readying the issue to go to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
March for Our Dreams and Freedom attendees send message to Florida lawmakers
People from all different walks of life converged at Lake Eola in Downtown Orlando on Monday night for the March for Our Dreams and Freedom.