One-on-one with James Shaw: Florida Commissioner of Agriculture candidate on food, water, and guns
Florida's Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services holds one of the most powerful positions in Florida. The department manages farm and food programs, concealed carry licenses, and consumer protection efforts.
Florida's Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services holds one of the most powerful positions in Florida. The department manages farm and food programs, concealed carry licenses, and consumer protection efforts.
One-on-one with J.R. Gaillot: Florida Commissioner of Agriculture candidate calls for firearm insurance
J.R. Gaillot is a Democrat running to replace Nikki Fried as the commissioner of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. His top priority is requiring gun owners to carry liability insurance.
J.R. Gaillot is a Democrat running to replace Nikki Fried as the commissioner of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. His top priority is requiring gun owners to carry liability insurance.
One-on-one with Aramis Ayala: Florida Attorney General candidate's views on death penalty, right to vote
Three Democrats are competing to challenge Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody. Aramis Ayala accepted an invitation to talk with FOX 13 about her platform for the role.
Three Democrats are competing to challenge Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody. Aramis Ayala accepted an invitation to talk with FOX 13 about her platform for the role.
One-on-one with Ryan Morales: His take on recreational marijuana, gun policies
Florida Democrats hold one statewide office – the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Now, Commissioner Nikki Fried is leaving that office to run for governor.
Florida Democrats hold one statewide office – the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Now, Commissioner Nikki Fried is leaving that office to run for governor.
Recreational marijuana may appear on Florida ballots in 2024
Pasco County country music legends The Bellamy Brothers have partnered with Florida's largest medical marijuana provider, Trulieve, to get an amendment on the 2024 ballot that would allow recreational use of marijuana by people 21 or older.
Pasco County country music legends The Bellamy Brothers have partnered with Florida's largest medical marijuana provider, Trulieve, to get an amendment on the 2024 ballot that would allow recreational use of marijuana by people 21 or older.
One-on-one with Charlie Crist: His views on abortion, home insurance crisis
In the August 23 primary election, two Florida Democrats are competing for the nomination to challenge Governor Ron DeSantis: Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Nikki Fried and U.S. Rep. (and former Republican Governor) Charlie Crist. Both recently agreed to one-on-one interviews with FOX 13 Political Editor Craig Patrick.
In the August 23 primary election, two Florida Democrats are competing for the nomination to challenge Governor Ron DeSantis: Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Nikki Fried and U.S. Rep. (and former Republican Governor) Charlie Crist. Both recently agreed to one-on-one interviews with FOX 13 Political Editor Craig Patrick.
2022 Florida Primary: Early voting begins in Hillsborough County — here's what to know
Early voting begins for Hillsborough County voters. Here's what to know before you head to the polls.
Early voting begins for Hillsborough County voters. Here's what to know before you head to the polls.
One-on-one with Nikki Fried: Her views from marijuana to home insurance crisis
In the August 23 Primary election, two Florida Democrats are competing for the nomination to challenge Governor Ron DeSantis: Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Nikki Fried and U.S. Rep. (and former Republican Governor) Charlie Crist. Both recently agreed to one-on-one interviews with Fox 13 Political Editor Craig Patrick.
In the August 23 Primary election, two Florida Democrats are competing for the nomination to challenge Governor Ron DeSantis: Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Nikki Fried and U.S. Rep. (and former Republican Governor) Charlie Crist. Both recently agreed to one-on-one interviews with Fox 13 Political Editor Craig Patrick.
Uhuru leaders in St. Pete condemn FBI raid related to Russian agent's indictment
Leaders of the Uhuru movement in St. Petersburg are condemning last week's FBI raid on their properties. They were connected to an ongoing federal investigation related to alleged political collusion with Russia.
Leaders of the Uhuru movement in St. Petersburg are condemning last week's FBI raid on their properties. They were connected to an ongoing federal investigation related to alleged political collusion with Russia.
Pinellas officials say election integrity is intact as Uhuru leaders double-down on defense of Russia
Elections officials in Pinellas County are working to re-assure the public that the election system is safe after the FBI indicted a Russian agent who allegedly funneled money from Putin's government to fund local candidates.
Elections officials in Pinellas County are working to re-assure the public that the election system is safe after the FBI indicted a Russian agent who allegedly funneled money from Putin's government to fund local candidates.
From Russia to Florida: FBI halts Russian agent's 7-year influence campaign
A Russian foreign agent was involved in spreading false information and influencing city politics in St. Petersburg, Florida, according to the FBI. Officials did not specify which local political group was involved, but Uhuru leaders later confirmed it was their group referenced in the indictment.
A Russian foreign agent was involved in spreading false information and influencing city politics in St. Petersburg, Florida, according to the FBI. Officials did not specify which local political group was involved, but Uhuru leaders later confirmed it was their group referenced in the indictment.
Absentee ballot drop boxes illegal, Wisconsin Supreme Court rules
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled that unmanned absentee ballot drop boxes are illegal in the state and that one person cannot drop off another person's ballot.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled that unmanned absentee ballot drop boxes are illegal in the state and that one person cannot drop off another person's ballot.
Teen’s ‘I Voted’ sticker design goes viral: ‘How everybody’s feeling about politics right now’
When voters in Ulster County, New York, head to the polls this November, they’ll likely get this sticker as a reward.
When voters in Ulster County, New York, head to the polls this November, they’ll likely get this sticker as a reward.
Polk County voters should expect change in voting after 30 polling places permanently close
Before trying to cast a ballot in Florida this year, voters should check to see if their polling location has changed.
Before trying to cast a ballot in Florida this year, voters should check to see if their polling location has changed.
Rep. Madison Cawthorn loses primary battle after series of controversies
Rep. Madison Cawthorn was a rising star in the Republican party until he was involved in scandals. Cawthorn claimed he was invited to orgies where people snorted cocaine. He also was caught twice with guns at the airport.
Rep. Madison Cawthorn was a rising star in the Republican party until he was involved in scandals. Cawthorn claimed he was invited to orgies where people snorted cocaine. He also was caught twice with guns at the airport.
Governor DeSantis signs bill creating election crimes unit to investigate violations in Florida
Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill to create a police force dedicated to pursuing voter fraud and other election crimes in Florida. The new law increases the penalty for ballot harvesting from a misdemeanor to a felony and requires election supervisors to perform voter list maintenance yearly.
Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill to create a police force dedicated to pursuing voter fraud and other election crimes in Florida. The new law increases the penalty for ballot harvesting from a misdemeanor to a felony and requires election supervisors to perform voter list maintenance yearly.
Intel: Putin may cite Ukraine war to meddle in US politics
Given Vladimir Putin’s antipathy toward the West and his repeated denunciations of Ukraine, officials believe he may see the U.S. backing of Ukraine’s resistance as a direct affront to him, giving him further incentive to target another U.S. election.
Given Vladimir Putin’s antipathy toward the West and his repeated denunciations of Ukraine, officials believe he may see the U.S. backing of Ukraine’s resistance as a direct affront to him, giving him further incentive to target another U.S. election.
Republicans widen registration lead in Florida
After overtaking Democrats last year, Florida Republicans have widened their lead in registered voters.
After overtaking Democrats last year, Florida Republicans have widened their lead in registered voters.
Pence eyes 2024 White House run of his own as he distances himself from Trump
In a speech to top Republican donors, former Vice President Mike Pence urged the GOP to move on from Trump's 2020 grievances and declared “there is no room in this party for apologists" for Vladimir Putin after Trump praised the Russian leader's maneuvering as “genius" before his brutal invasion of Ukraine.
In a speech to top Republican donors, former Vice President Mike Pence urged the GOP to move on from Trump's 2020 grievances and declared “there is no room in this party for apologists" for Vladimir Putin after Trump praised the Russian leader's maneuvering as “genius" before his brutal invasion of Ukraine.
Proposed laws stir up controversy as they move through Florida's Legislature
The proposed laws range from restricting curriculum related to critical race theory, election laws, and security and abortion rights. Many of the laws have been positioned as protections for the rights of parents, the unborn, and democratic processes, but the bills' opponents say the so-called protections may do more harm than good.
The proposed laws range from restricting curriculum related to critical race theory, election laws, and security and abortion rights. Many of the laws have been positioned as protections for the rights of parents, the unborn, and democratic processes, but the bills' opponents say the so-called protections may do more harm than good.