Two years later: How George Floyd's death has changed policing federally, locally
On Wednesday, the second anniversary of Floyd’s death, President Joe Biden signed an executive order on changes to the way federal law enforcement officers operate, including a national law enforcement database to track officer misconduct, mandating body worn cameras on patrol and banning choke holds and no knock warrants.
On Wednesday, the second anniversary of Floyd’s death, President Joe Biden signed an executive order on changes to the way federal law enforcement officers operate, including a national law enforcement database to track officer misconduct, mandating body worn cameras on patrol and banning choke holds and no knock warrants.
Elon Musk calls for special assault rifle permits for 'extremely well vetted' people
In a tweet, Elon Musk gave his opinion that assault rifles should, at minimum, require a special permit, where the recipient is extremely well vetted.
In a tweet, Elon Musk gave his opinion that assault rifles should, at minimum, require a special permit, where the recipient is extremely well vetted.
More veteran players join Tampa Bay Buccaneers for offseason workouts
Devin White and Shaq Barrett are two of a handful of veteran additions to join the Tampa Bay Buccaneers voluntary offseason workouts. Neither are required to be here, but both feel they need to be.
Devin White and Shaq Barrett are two of a handful of veteran additions to join the Tampa Bay Buccaneers voluntary offseason workouts. Neither are required to be here, but both feel they need to be.
Biden calls for new gun restrictions following deadly Uvalde, Texas school shooting
An anguished and angry President Joe Biden is calling for new restrictions on firearms after a gunman massacred 18 children at a Texas elementary school.
An anguished and angry President Joe Biden is calling for new restrictions on firearms after a gunman massacred 18 children at a Texas elementary school.
ISIS operative plotted to kill George W. Bush in Dallas, FBI documents show
The suspect described the plan to a paid FBI informant who also drove the suspect around Dallas in February to conduct surveillance on Bush's home, library and offices, according to a search warrant.
The suspect described the plan to a paid FBI informant who also drove the suspect around Dallas in February to conduct surveillance on Bush's home, library and offices, according to a search warrant.
Appeals court: Florida law targeting 'social media censorship' is unconstitutional
A Florida law intended to punish social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter is an unconstitutional violation of the First Amendment, a federal appeals court ruled, dealing a victory to companies who had been accused by Gov. Ron DeSantis of discriminating against conservative thought.
A Florida law intended to punish social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter is an unconstitutional violation of the First Amendment, a federal appeals court ruled, dealing a victory to companies who had been accused by Gov. Ron DeSantis of discriminating against conservative thought.
New program offers free internet service to 48 million households; see if you qualify
About 40% of Americans qualify for free internet service under a new program launched by the Biden administration. Here's who qualifies.
About 40% of Americans qualify for free internet service under a new program launched by the Biden administration. Here's who qualifies.
Rudy Giuliani met for hours with 1/6 committee: reports
The former New York mayor is seen as a critical aide for the committee, which has interviewed nearly 1,000 witnesses, including family members of Donald Trump.
The former New York mayor is seen as a critical aide for the committee, which has interviewed nearly 1,000 witnesses, including family members of Donald Trump.
Biden signs $40 billion in US aid for Ukraine during Asia trip
The legislation, which was passed by Congress with bipartisan support, deepens the U.S. commitment to Ukraine at a time of uncertainty about the war's future.
The legislation, which was passed by Congress with bipartisan support, deepens the U.S. commitment to Ukraine at a time of uncertainty about the war's future.
Elon Musk faces sexual assault claim from SpaceX flight attendant; says he exposed himself during massage
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk denied the sexual assault claim and called the story a "politically motivated hit piece."
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk denied the sexual assault claim and called the story a "politically motivated hit piece."
'They are going to go to prison': DeSantis signs bill cracking down on dangerous drug dealers
The new law increases sentences for drug dealers caught selling fentanyl or methamphetamine. It gives prosecutors the ability to charge dealers with first-degree murder if methamphetamine leads to an overdose death. As a capital crime, dealers could face life in prison or even the death penalty.
The new law increases sentences for drug dealers caught selling fentanyl or methamphetamine. It gives prosecutors the ability to charge dealers with first-degree murder if methamphetamine leads to an overdose death. As a capital crime, dealers could face life in prison or even the death penalty.
GOP bill would block Biden from canceling student loan debt
Roughly 43 million Americans are saddled with a collective $1.73 trillion in student loan debt.
Roughly 43 million Americans are saddled with a collective $1.73 trillion in student loan debt.
'Greatest Roasts of All Time': Tom Brady will be in hot seat of upcoming Netflix roast special
Tom Brady will be on the hot seat – this time during a Netflix roast.
Tom Brady will be on the hot seat – this time during a Netflix roast.
President Biden's plan to lift restrictions on Cuba face backlash from some Cuban Americans
President Joe Biden's plan to lift restrictions on Cuba is facing backlash from some on both sides of the aisle. The administration said the policy changes – which expand flights and remove a cap on how much money can be sent to Cuba – are aimed at supporting Cuban people.
President Joe Biden's plan to lift restrictions on Cuba is facing backlash from some on both sides of the aisle. The administration said the policy changes – which expand flights and remove a cap on how much money can be sent to Cuba – are aimed at supporting Cuban people.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers kick off OTA's without Tom Brady
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers moved into Phase 3 of their offseason workouts. Tuesday was the first day that this year's rookie class joined the veterans for the first Organized Team Activities (OTA). It was a good turnout for the voluntary practice, but there were some big that didn't show up.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers moved into Phase 3 of their offseason workouts. Tuesday was the first day that this year's rookie class joined the veterans for the first Organized Team Activities (OTA). It was a good turnout for the voluntary practice, but there were some big that didn't show up.
Gov. DeSantis signs bill banning protests in front of homes
Anyone who protests in front of a private residence in Florida can face jail time and fines under a bill signed Monday.
Anyone who protests in front of a private residence in Florida can face jail time and fines under a bill signed Monday.
Two congressional candidates in Pinellas County stop campaigns due to Florida's new redistricting map
Two Democratic candidates for Congress in Pinellas County have now stopped their campaigns and dropped out of races because of Florida’s new redistricting map.
Two Democratic candidates for Congress in Pinellas County have now stopped their campaigns and dropped out of races because of Florida’s new redistricting map.
Gov. DeSantis expects reforms as insurers set to cancel policies
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday expressed confidence that a special legislative session will help stabilize Florida’s property-insurance system, but the troubled market is taking another blow as a group of companies is poised to cancel more than 68,000 policies.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday expressed confidence that a special legislative session will help stabilize Florida’s property-insurance system, but the troubled market is taking another blow as a group of companies is poised to cancel more than 68,000 policies.
DeSantis says state will take control of Disney's Reedy Creek district
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday the state, rather than any local government, would take control of a taxing district that benefits Walt Disney Co. when the district is dissolved next year.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday the state, rather than any local government, would take control of a taxing district that benefits Walt Disney Co. when the district is dissolved next year.
Fauci says he'll leave White House if Trump wins 2024 election
Dr. Anthony Fauci laughed and said "no" when asked he if he would stay in his post as chief medical adviser at the White House if former President Donald Trump wins the 2024 election.
Dr. Anthony Fauci laughed and said "no" when asked he if he would stay in his post as chief medical adviser at the White House if former President Donald Trump wins the 2024 election.