Hillsborough elections office runs successful test ahead of Tampa special election
The race for the District 5 seat on Tampa's City Council is entering its final weeks. The Hillsborough County Canvassing Board tested its voting equipment on Thursday to ensure it's ready for the special election coming up on September 9.
The race for the District 5 seat on Tampa's City Council is entering its final weeks. The Hillsborough County Canvassing Board tested its voting equipment on Thursday to ensure it's ready for the special election coming up on September 9.
CDC faces leadership crisis as director ousted, senior officials resign
Dr. Susan Monarez, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has been fired after less than one month in the job.
Dr. Susan Monarez, the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has been fired after less than one month in the job.
'Alligator Alcatraz’ may empty in days as court-ordered closure looms, state official says
Florida’s state-run immigration detention facility in the Everglades, nicknamed “Alligator Alcatraz," may be empty within days, a state officials said.
Florida’s state-run immigration detention facility in the Everglades, nicknamed “Alligator Alcatraz," may be empty within days, a state officials said.
Could Republicans target Rep. Kathy Castor's seat in Florida redistricting?
As Florida's leaders consider taking the unusual step of redistricting the state's congressional districts between censuses, eyes are turning to the seat that has long been held by Rep. Kathy Castor (D-Tampa).
As Florida's leaders consider taking the unusual step of redistricting the state's congressional districts between censuses, eyes are turning to the seat that has long been held by Rep. Kathy Castor (D-Tampa).
81% of Americans see crime as 'major problem' in big cities: Poll
The vast majority of Americans view crime as a “major problem” in large cities, but there’s less support for federal takeovers of police departments like what’s happening in Washington, D.C.
The vast majority of Americans view crime as a “major problem” in large cities, but there’s less support for federal takeovers of police departments like what’s happening in Washington, D.C.
FDOT orders Daytona Speedway checkered crosswalk painted over in safety crackdown
The checkered crosswalk outside Daytona International Speedway — a familiar sight for race fans — is set to be painted over as part of a statewide crackdown on decorative street art, transportation officials said.
The checkered crosswalk outside Daytona International Speedway — a familiar sight for race fans — is set to be painted over as part of a statewide crackdown on decorative street art, transportation officials said.
Florida Democrats issue FEMA warning 20 years after Katrina
Dire warnings are coming from Florida Democrats who insist that FEMA may not be up to snuff if a major hurricane were to hit.
Dire warnings are coming from Florida Democrats who insist that FEMA may not be up to snuff if a major hurricane were to hit.
How the Supreme Court has ruled on flag-burning laws
As President Trump signed an executive order this week cracking down on flag burning, here’s a look back at when flag burning and desecration have been challenged in the court of law.
As President Trump signed an executive order this week cracking down on flag burning, here’s a look back at when flag burning and desecration have been challenged in the court of law.
Trump to crack down on flag burning, desecration with executive order
President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order on Monday cracking down on suspects who desecrate the American flag, including burning it, by mandating they face prosecution, Fox News Digital exclusively learned.
President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order on Monday cracking down on suspects who desecrate the American flag, including burning it, by mandating they face prosecution, Fox News Digital exclusively learned.
Florida eyes redistricting amid national political arms race
Texas has passed a new congressional map that adds five Republican-leaning districts, aligning with former President Trump’s call for more GOP seats.
Texas has passed a new congressional map that adds five Republican-leaning districts, aligning with former President Trump’s call for more GOP seats.
Florida teacher faces discipline after 'Most Likely to Become A Dictator' mock award sparks backlash
A teacher in Florida is facing possible discipline after reportedly giving a student a mock award, sparking backlash from the student’s family and state officials.
A teacher in Florida is facing possible discipline after reportedly giving a student a mock award, sparking backlash from the student’s family and state officials.
Defiant protesters repaint Pulse Memorial crosswalk in rainbow colors after state covers it
Protesters returned to the Pulse Memorial crosswalk in downtown Orlando this week after state crews painted over the rainbow-colored markings, sparking renewed outrage from LGBTQ+ advocates and local residents.
Protesters returned to the Pulse Memorial crosswalk in downtown Orlando this week after state crews painted over the rainbow-colored markings, sparking renewed outrage from LGBTQ+ advocates and local residents.
Madeira Beach city manager agrees to step down amid mounting pressure
Madeira Beach City Manager Robin Gomez has agreed to step down after a flood of criticism from residents, business owners, and commissioners.
Madeira Beach City Manager Robin Gomez has agreed to step down after a flood of criticism from residents, business owners, and commissioners.
'Alligator Alcatraz' lawsuit: Federal judge halts new detainees, construction at Everglades detention center
A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction barring new detainees from being brought to the Everglades detention facility known as “Alligator Alcatraz."
A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction barring new detainees from being brought to the Everglades detention facility known as “Alligator Alcatraz."
Florida petitions Census Bureau over extra congressional seat
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has written a letter to the Census Bureau and the Commerce Department asking for an extra seat in congress.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has written a letter to the Census Bureau and the Commerce Department asking for an extra seat in congress.
Epstein files latest: Grand jury transcript request denied
A federal judge in New York who presided over the sex trafficking case against Jeffrey Epstein has rejected the government’s request to unseal grand jury transcripts.
A federal judge in New York who presided over the sex trafficking case against Jeffrey Epstein has rejected the government’s request to unseal grand jury transcripts.
Kristi Noem says border wall to be painted black to deter people from climbing it
Kristi Noem has revealed a striking new layer in Trump’s border wall strategy.
Kristi Noem has revealed a striking new layer in Trump’s border wall strategy.
Florida Democrats rally against mid-decade redistricting
Florida Democrats are trying to rally public opinion against the idea of redistricting Florida's congressional map halfway through the decade. Governor Ron DeSantis has called for it, saying the state was short-changed of representation by the census done in 2020.
Florida Democrats are trying to rally public opinion against the idea of redistricting Florida's congressional map halfway through the decade. Governor Ron DeSantis has called for it, saying the state was short-changed of representation by the census done in 2020.
Epstein files latest: DOJ will give documents to Congress
House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer says DOJ cooperating 'in good faith effort' to produce files
House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer says DOJ cooperating 'in good faith effort' to produce files
RFK Jr. says he is not running for president in 2028
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. publicly denied speculation that he is preparing a 2028 presidential run, saying his loyalty remains with President Trump and his health agenda.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. publicly denied speculation that he is preparing a 2028 presidential run, saying his loyalty remains with President Trump and his health agenda.