Florida targeted in expanding federal Medicaid fraud probe
Federal health officials have expanded a nationwide investigation into Medicaid fraud — and Florida is now under scrutiny.
Federal health officials have expanded a nationwide investigation into Medicaid fraud — and Florida is now under scrutiny.
Major Cody Khork to return home to Polk County Wednesday, community prepares to honor fallen soldier
A solemn homecoming is planned for Wednesday, March 18, for U.S. Army Reserve Major Cody A. Khork, 35, the Polk County servicemember killed in the line of duty while serving in the Middle East.
A solemn homecoming is planned for Wednesday, March 18, for U.S. Army Reserve Major Cody A. Khork, 35, the Polk County servicemember killed in the line of duty while serving in the Middle East.
Sheriff Grady Judd blasts media reports that he criticizes federal mass deportation efforts: 'Simply not true'
After media reports surfaced stating that Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and members of the State Immigration Enforcement Council criticized the federal government's mass deportation efforts during a meeting on Monday, Judd held one of his famous press conferences to set the record straight.
After media reports surfaced stating that Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and members of the State Immigration Enforcement Council criticized the federal government's mass deportation efforts during a meeting on Monday, Judd held one of his famous press conferences to set the record straight.
SAVE America Act: Republicans launching voting bill debate in Senate
President Donald Trump is urging Congress to get the SAVE America Act passed as Republicans prepare to begin talks on the Senate floor about the legislation.
President Donald Trump is urging Congress to get the SAVE America Act passed as Republicans prepare to begin talks on the Senate floor about the legislation.
Kennedy Center board votes in favor of 2-year closure for renovations
The Kennedy Center's board of directors voted on Monday to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
The Kennedy Center's board of directors voted on Monday to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
FCC chair threatens TV networks over Iran war coverage
Brendan Carr, chairman of the FCC, warned that TV broadcasters could have their licenses revoked if they don’t “correct course” on their coverage of the Trump administration’s war against Iran.
Brendan Carr, chairman of the FCC, warned that TV broadcasters could have their licenses revoked if they don’t “correct course” on their coverage of the Trump administration’s war against Iran.
Gov. DeSantis signs death warrant for 1990 Palm Bay murder
Chadwick Willacy, 58, is scheduled to be executed by lethal injection at Florida State Prison on April 21, the sixth warrant DeSantis has signed this year.
Chadwick Willacy, 58, is scheduled to be executed by lethal injection at Florida State Prison on April 21, the sixth warrant DeSantis has signed this year.
Trump-backed election push gains ground in Florida as legal fight looms
Florida lawmakers have approved a sweeping election bill modeled after federal legislation backed by President Donald Trump, setting up a potential legal showdown if Gov. Ron DeSantis signs the measure.
Florida lawmakers have approved a sweeping election bill modeled after federal legislation backed by President Donald Trump, setting up a potential legal showdown if Gov. Ron DeSantis signs the measure.
‘Titanic-inspired’ statue of Trump, Epstein pops up in DC
A statue depicting President Donald Trump and the late Jeffrey Epstein reenacting that famous Jack and Rose scene in the movie "Titanic," popped up in D.C. earlier this week.
A statue depicting President Donald Trump and the late Jeffrey Epstein reenacting that famous Jack and Rose scene in the movie "Titanic," popped up in D.C. earlier this week.
SAVE America Act: Trump pushing to add ban on mail ballots
President Trump is pushing to add a ban on mail ballots to the SAVE America Act. Here’s what to know about the voting bill.
President Trump is pushing to add a ban on mail ballots to the SAVE America Act. Here’s what to know about the voting bill.
IRS unveils proposed regulations for new Trump Accounts savings program
The IRS and the Treasury Department have released more details about the implementation of Trump Accounts for parents and guardians who want to use the savings accounts for their children.
The IRS and the Treasury Department have released more details about the implementation of Trump Accounts for parents and guardians who want to use the savings accounts for their children.
Obama Presidential Center grand opening slated for Juneteenth weekend in Chicago
The grand opening for the Obama Presidential Center will be held on Juneteenth weekend later this year on the South Side.
The grand opening for the Obama Presidential Center will be held on Juneteenth weekend later this year on the South Side.
DOJ releases more Epstein files accusing Trump of sexual assault
The Department of Justice has released a series of FBI interviews with a woman who claims President Donald Trump sexually and physically assaulted her when she was between 13 and 15 years old.
The Department of Justice has released a series of FBI interviews with a woman who claims President Donald Trump sexually and physically assaulted her when she was between 13 and 15 years old.
2 dozen states sue Trump over his latest round of global tariffs
A group of 24 states sued the Trump administration on Thursday over its latest round of global tariffs.
A group of 24 states sued the Trump administration on Thursday over its latest round of global tariffs.
Stimulus payment March 2026, IRS direct deposit relief, tariff dividend & tax refund fact check
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends circulated widely throughout 2025, and they’re still making the rounds in 2026. The question is whether any of it actually checks out.
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends circulated widely throughout 2025, and they’re still making the rounds in 2026. The question is whether any of it actually checks out.
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.
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.
Minnesota Fraud: Walz, Ellison testify before House Oversight Committee
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison are testifying before the House Oversight Committee to face questions about alleged misuse of federal funds intended for social services and Medicaid programs. Watch live here.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison are testifying before the House Oversight Committee to face questions about alleged misuse of federal funds intended for social services and Medicaid programs. Watch live here.
Trump to attend White House correspondents' dinner for the 1st time as president
President Donald Trump announced he will attend next month’s White House Correspondents’ Association dinner as the honoree, marking his first appearance at the event since becoming president.
President Donald Trump announced he will attend next month’s White House Correspondents’ Association dinner as the honoree, marking his first appearance at the event since becoming president.
Trump’s neck rash draws attention online: Here’s what to know
President Donald Trump was seen with a rash on his neck during a White House Medal of Honor ceremony on Monday.
President Donald Trump was seen with a rash on his neck during a White House Medal of Honor ceremony on Monday.
Congress set to debate war powers as Iran conflict is already unfolding
The U.S. Congress is preparing to open a war powers debate over President Donald Trump’s authority to strike Iran even as the bombing is already underway and the country is effectively at war.
The U.S. Congress is preparing to open a war powers debate over President Donald Trump’s authority to strike Iran even as the bombing is already underway and the country is effectively at war.