Florida bill would allow businesses to sue local governments if ordinances lead to loss of revenue, profits

In a proposal drawing heavy fire from local governments, a Florida Senate committee approved a measure that could lead to cities and counties facing lawsuits because of decisions that lead to reduced revenue or profits for businesses.

How overturning Roe v. Wade could impact women's rights in Florida

A major challenge to reproductive rights protected in the landmark Roe v. Wade decision sits before the U.S. Supreme Court and what they decide could mean sweeping changes in Florida.

Florida bill would require schools to teach benefits, risks of social media

Florida schools would be required to teach students the benefits and risks of social media under a bill unanimously approved Tuesday by the Senate Education Committee.

Judge orders lawyers who filed suit alleging 2020 election fraud to pay over $180K in fees

A federal judge has ordered two lawyers who filed a class-action lawsuit alleging the 2020 presidential election was stolen from Donald Trump to pay more than $180,000 in attorney’s fees for the defendants.

Florida legislature begins special session to weaken COVID-19 vaccine, mask mandates

Florida lawmakers will start a special legislative session aimed at blocking federal COVID-19 mandates, which includes President Joe Biden’s vaccine mandate for larger businesses.

Florida Republicans push vaccine exemptions, school mask lawsuits

Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Republicans debuted a sweeping set of proposals to combat COVID safety precautions in the state, outlining measures that would let workers opt out of vaccine mandates, allow parents to sue schools with masking requirements, and withdraw Florida from OSHA oversight.

DeSantis calls for special legislative session to ban vaccine mandates in Florida

Gov. Ron DeSantis took aim at President Biden's vaccine mandate, calling for a special legislative session to ban any such requirements in Florida by "strengthening" state laws: "We need to take action to protect Florida jobs," DeSantis said. "Your right to earn a living should not be contingent upon COVID shots."

Governor, secretary of state confirm 2020 election has already been audited in Florida

Asked about the need for an election audit here in Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis replied, “So, that has happened. It passed with flying colors in terms of how that's going.”

Biles: FBI turned ‘blind eye’ to reports of gymnasts’ abuse

The FBI made “fundamental” errors in investigating sexual abuse allegations against former USA Gymnastics national team doctor Larry Nassar and did not treat the case with the “utmost seriousness,” the Justice Department’s inspector general said Wednesday.

Dominion sues Newsmax, OAN and former Overstock CEO over election claims

Dominion Voting Systems filed defamation suits against Newsmax Media, One America News Network and the former Overstock.com CEO Patrick Byrne.

New lawsuit challenges Florida's transgender athlete ban

A 13-year-old Broward County soccer player and her parents are challenging a new state law that bans transgender female athletes from participating on girls’ and women’s sports teams, arguing that it is unconstitutional and “ignores basic medical science” about trans students.

Emails show Trump pressured DOJ over 2020 election results

The emails, released Tuesday by the House Oversight Committee, reveal in new detail how Trump, his White House chief of staff and other allies pressured members of the U.S. government to challenge the 2020 election over false claims.

DeSantis signs bill to majorly expand Florida's private school voucher program

Florida's school voucher program will be significantly expanded after Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Tuesday that increases eligibility to attend private schools at public expense.

DeSantis signs bill broadening ban on local gun regulations

Gov. DeSantis has signed a new bill that broadens an existing Florida law, which can make local governments pay as much as $100,000 in damages if they are sued for imposing gun regulations that are stricter than state firearms laws.

Delaware County man sentenced for casting dead mother's ballot

A Delaware County man will not be allowed to vote for the next four years after he pled guilty to unlawful voting and perjury charges brought against him for casting a mail-in ballot for his dead mother in the 2020 election, county officials said Friday. 

Newsmax apologizes to Dominion worker for false voter fraud claims

Newsmax apologized on Friday for airing false allegations that an employee for Dominion Voting Systems manipulated machines or tallies on Election Day to the detriment of former President Donald Trump.

Florida House backs controversial elections changes

With two days left to reach agreement with the Senate, the Republican-controlled Florida House on Wednesday approved a major elections package that includes placing additional restrictions on voting by mail.