Florida redistricting map would split Tampa into 3 districts

The new congressional map approved by the Florida House and Senate will greatly impact voters in the Bay Area if it survives a legal challenge.

Florida lawmakers approve DeSantis-backed redistricting map that could redraw Bay Area's political future

Florida lawmakers approved a sweeping congressional redistricting overhaul Wednesday during a special session, advancing a controversial new map that could dramatically reshape the state’s political boundaries and spark immediate legal battles.

Florida law will limit local green policies, environmentalists share concerns

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 1217 into law on Wednesday afternoon in Jacksonville. The law will prohibit local and state government entities from enforcing ‘net-zero’ greenhouse gas emissions policies.

Haven't filed your taxes yet? Here's how to get a bigger refund under new law

Many Americans could see changes to their tax refunds this year due to updates in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB)—here’s what to know.

Florida Legislature advances crackdown on recreational nitrous oxide

Florida lawmakers are debating new restrictions on the retail sale of nitrous oxide, a gas commonly used for legitimate culinary and medical purposes but increasingly abused recreationally.

Florida bill could allow armed volunteers at houses of worship

A bill that unanimously passed through the Florida Senate last week could change how churches, temples and mosques handle security.

Presidents’ Day roots run deep in Tampa’s streets and history

Take a walk through downtown Tampa, and you’ll find a familiar pattern: Washington, Jefferson, Polk, Pierce, Harrison, Tyler — and even Zack Street, named for Zachary Taylor.

DHS shutdown: These agencies will feel the biggest impact

Another government shutdown is looming as Congressional lawmakers continue to squabble over ongoing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions.

Florida agriculture bill causes concern about free speech, sponsors defend it

House Bill 433 (Section 47) and Senate Bill 290 (Section 48) spell out a new non-disparagement law for agriculture. This would mean that Floridians could be sued if they knowingly spread false information about agricultural products or practices.