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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis suspends Tampa-area prosecutor who refused to prosecute abortion cases
Gov. Ron DeSantis suspended the Hillsborough County State Attorney on Thursday for refusing to prosecute abortion-related cases.
Vote 2022: Nunez explains school board endorsements
Lt. Gov. Jeannette Nunez took the time to explain why Gov. Ron DeSantis has endorsed candidates who are running in nonpartisan school…
DeSantis targets R house to protect kids; parents say that’s not his call
Gov. Ron DeSantis has defended parental rights during the pandemic saying it should be up to them whether or not their children…
Ron DeSantis’s administration takes aim at R House in Wynwood for popular drag show
The administration of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is targeting a local bar for what he believes is indecent exposure.
Woman seen on camera damaging DeSantis campaign sign outside Davie home
Campaign signs are everywhere, and some people go too far when seeing signs for politicians and candidates they don’t agree with.
Gov. DeSantis Demands Transparency On Drug Costs
Calling for more “transparency” in prescription-drug costs, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday issued an executive order designed to increase scrutiny of pharmacy…
DeSantis Responds To Ads From Newsom
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis responded to California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s ad targeting DeSantis and Florida lawmakers.#cbsnewsmiami #florida #california #rondesantis #desantis #gavinnewsom #newsom…
California Gov. Newsom to run ads attacking Gov. DeSantis, GOP
The 30-second spot scheduled to air on Fox News starting Monday takes shots at Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his policies, while…
DeSantis wants panel to probe trafficking, sanctuary cities
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has asked that a statewide grand jury be set up to examine networks that illegally smuggle people into…
DeSantis: Florida not banning healthcare providers from ordering vaccine
Gov. Ron DeSantis released a statement saying Florida isn’t prohibiting healthcare providers from ordering vaccines for children.
Expert: Gov. Ron DeSantis’ COVID-19 vaccine surplus would not help children
Until Friday, healthcare providers in Florida could not order the COVID-19 vaccine dosage to administer to children between six months and five…
Gov. Ron DeSantis holds Biden accountable for inflation, high gas prices
It’s time for the annual Python Challenge
Gov. Ron DeSantis was in South Florida Thursday to announce that registration is now open for the annual python challenge.
New law to cover medical costs of retired law-enforcement dogs
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed a measure to cover medical costs of retired law-enforcement dogs. The law (SB 226), which will…
Gov. DeSantis Weighs In On Drag Show Controversy
DeSantis Signs New School Safety Bill
Two weeks after a deadly school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, reignited debates about gun violence and securing schools, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed…
Florida COVID-19 vaccine requirement dropped after state threat
After the state threatened to impose a $27.5 million fine, Gov. Ron DeSantis said Friday that the Special Olympics USA Games will…
DeSantis to sign new bill to prevent Surfside collapse
Florida lawmakers aim to prevent another tragedy like the Surfside building collapse. A
Gov. Ron DeSantis to sign off on housing money
Amid soaring housing costs in many parts of Florida, DeSantis said during a news conference at the Cape Coral Police Department that…
Gov. Ron DeSantis Signs Bill Targeting Fentanyl, Meth Dealers
DeSantis signed the bill (HB 95) during a ceremony at Polk County Fire Rescue Station 23 in Lakeland. The event focused on…
Gov. DeSantis Says State Would Assume Control Of Disney’s Special Taxing District
Gov. DeSantis said the state would take control of a taxing district that benefits Walt Disney Co. when the district is dissolved…
Gov. DeSantis Designates ‘Victims Of Communism Day’
Governor signed legislation designating Nov. 7th as Victims Of Communism Day.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signs 2 bills in Miami
With the stroke of a pen, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed two bills Monday at Miami’s Freedom Tower.
Florida’s Ron DeSantis Signs Tax ‘Holidays,’ Gas-Tax Break
A series of sales-tax “holidays†on such things as school clothes, hurricane supplies and tools and a suspension of the state gas…
Gov. Ron DeSantis Pledges Over $30 Million To Support Manatees
“It will enhance and expand the network of acute care facilities, like the one right here at Jacksonville Zoo, to treat injured…
‘Legislature Will Get It Done’: DeSantis Promises ‘Constitutional Carry’ Bill Will Pass In Florida
Ron DeSantis’ promise on ‘constitutional carry’ impacts those in favor and against that bill.
Ron DeSantis promises constitutional carry for guns in Florida
Florida’s governor says he’ll change how people in Florida can carry guns.
Florida Supreme Court Justice Lawson to retire
Florida Supreme Court Justice Alan Lawson announced plans to retire Friday, which gives Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis the opportunity to have…
Special legislative session called by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over insurance crisis
Insurance rates are going through the roof as companies try to hedge their assets against the next big storm.
DeSantis vs. Disney as Florida governor strips its self-governing status
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed into law a bill revoking the Walt Disney Company’s special district status in the state that…
DeSantis Taps State Sen. Manny Diaz Jr. For Education Commissioner
With Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran stepping down at the end of the month, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday recommended Republican state Sen.…
DeSantis goes after Walt Disney World’s special district
Gov. Ron DeSantis Standing By Florida Department Of Education’s Decision To Reject More Than 50 Math
Reasons for rejecting textbooks included references to critical race theory, “inclusions of Common Core, and the unsolicited addition of Social Emotional Learning…
Governor Calling Special Session On Property Insurance
Ron DeSantis made the announcement during an appearance in Jacksonville but did not immediately specify the dates for the session.
DeSantis Signs 15-Week Abortion Ban Into Law
The new law, which takes effect July 1, contains exceptions if the abortion is necessary to save a mother’s life, prevent serious…
DeSantis Responds To Criticism He Didn’t Do Enough During Legislative Session To Help Pass Condo Saf
Homeowners counting on state lawmakers to fix increasing insurance rates ahead of hurricane season
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was in South Florida on Tuesday, and he was asked about something considered a Category-5 level concern.
Gov. Ron DeSantis Signs Bill To Create ‘Responsible Fatherhood Initiative’
The initiative will be geared toward providing information on effective parenting and will include a media campaign that “may include appearances by…
Florida leads multistate effort to sue Biden administration over transportation mask mandate
Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody announced Tuesday that Moody will be leading 20 other states in taking legal…
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs Protect our Children Bill
Gov. DeSantis Signs Bill On School Books, Term Limits
Calling it a move toward “curriculum transparency,†Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed a bill that will intensify scrutiny of school library…
UFC fighter charged with battery was set to participate in event with Florida Gov.
Is Jorge Masvidal’s appearance in Miami with Gov. Ron DeSantis up in the air since alleged assault?
Gov. Ron DeSantis Signs Bill Requiring Financial Literacy Class For High School Students
The bill will apply to students entering high school in the 2023-24 school year.
DeSantis on school testing: Last FSA will be this spring
This will be the last school year that Florida’s students take the Florida Standards Assessments (FSA), Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Tuesday.
DeSantis ends Florida Assessment of Student Thinking test
This will be the last school year that Florida’s students take the Florida Standards Assessments (FSA), Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Tuesday.
Gov. Ron DeSantis in Doral denounces Biden officials’ visit to Venezuela
The United States imported oil from Venezuela in 2019 but if the current administration is considering that again in the wake of…
Florida Secretary of State Laurel Lee discusses new elections security bill
The Florida Senate passed a big elections security bill last week that Gov. Ron DeSantis wanted, but with some changes he did…
DeSantis’ backed election crimes bill passes Florida Senate
A new voting law pushed by Gov. Ron DeSantis has passed on the Florida Senate floor.
Gov. Ron DeSantis Says First Lady Casey DeSantis Is ‘Cancer-Free’
The first lady’s breast cancer diagnosis was announced in October.