Manatee County gets rid of school speed zone cameras

After more than 55,000 violations and thousands of dollars' worth of tickets, Manatee County commissioners voted to end their school speed zone camera program Tuesday. 

Manatee County plans to rezone some schools in effort to relieve overcrowding. Here's how you can weigh in

The School District of Manatee County says changes are coming as growth leads to more crowded classrooms – and that could mean redrawing boundaries, in addition to building new schools.

Senators OK repealing later school start times

With school districts across the state expressing support, Florida senators Monday started moving forward with a bill that would repeal requirements aimed at later daily start times in many high schools.

Senate confirms Linda McMahon: What this means for the Department of Education

The former WWE CEO will now lead the Department of Education with its future uncertain amid President Donald Trump’s pledge to eliminate the agency.

New law enforcement training center opens in Manatee County for recruits, current officers

From target practice to the driving range, a new training facility in Manatee County is designed to help future law enforcement officers develop the skills they'll need to serve and protect the community. 

Student artwork on display at Lake Wales Public Library

One of the longest-running Lake Wales traditions highlights the artwork of students in the area. 

Tampa Bay Area's 'State of the Region' report shows mixed results

According to a new State of the Region report, the report card for the Tampa Bay region has some positives and negatives.

Florida ranks as worst for nursing graduates to pass exams when compared to the rest of the country: Report

The state of nursing education in Florida could be better, as a new report from the Florida Center for Nursing found the state ranks the worst for nursing graduates passing their exams compared to the rest of the country. 

USF president stepping down after successor is named, university officials say

University of South Florida President Rhea Law announced on Monday that she will soon step down three years after being selected to lead the school.

Live updates: Trump hosts India's PM after increasing US tariffs

President Trump signed another executive order increasing U.S. tariffs before hosting India's prime minister at the White House.

St. Pete thespian troupe taking part in festival in Orlando

St. Paul Catholic School’s Thespian Troupe is preparing for the biggest performance of the season for the Florida State Junior Thespian Festival. 

How far COVID set students back: State-by-state report card

New data offers a look at how students nationwide are performing academically following the pandemic. Here's what the report found.

Teachers' union urges Florida lawmakers to reject governor's 'inadequate' education budget

Florida's statewide teachers' union is strongly criticizing Governor Ron DeSantis’ proposed budget, arguing that it falls short of meeting the needs of public schools and students.