Gov. DeSantis shares winter storm updates after declaring a State of Emergency

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis shared some updates regarding the state's preparation ahead of the winter storm that is hitting parts of northern Florida.

Florida lawmakers clash over school start times law slated to take effect in 2026

A Florida lawmaker is pushing to keep school start times as they are, challenging a 2023 law that would require middle and high schools to begin later in the day, starting in July 2026.

Trump pardons people convicted in the Jan. 6 riot on 1st day in office

About 1,500 rioters who were involved in storming the U.S. Capitol in 2021 were granted pardons by President Donald Trump. Here’s what we know.

Locals drive to DC, brave frigid temperatures to witness inauguration

Local Republican organizer Cliff Gephart was just one of the thousands of Americans who made the trip to D.C. Monday to watch President Trump get sworn in as the 47th President of the United States.

Vivek Ramaswamy leaves DOGE; expected to run for Ohio governor

Vivek Ramaswamy has stepped down from the Department of Government Efficiency, leaving Elon Musk to lead the Trump-backed task force alone. Ramaswamy is expected to run for Ohio governor in 2026.

What is an executive order?

Here's what an executive order is, how it works, and its limitations in the U.S. government, as President Trump prepares to use them on his first day back in office.

Trump Inauguration 2025: Here's who will and won't attend

The second inauguration of Donald Trump is expected to draw former presidents, tech billionaires, world leaders, and performers. Here are some notable attendees for the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies:

Trump considers 90-day TikTok extension as app announces temporary US shutdown

President-elect Donald Trump announced he will "most likely" grant TikTok a 90-day extension to finalize a deal that could prevent a U.S. ban on the app.

Biden says 28th Amendment, the ERA, should be considered law

President Joe Biden has weighed in on the decades-long Equal Rights Amendment debate, but does his statement hold any weight? Experts say no.

People's March 2025: What to know about anti-Trump rally

What is the People’s March? The historic Women’s March of 2017 is back in Washington DC to protest Donald Trump’s inauguration, this time with a new name and brand.

Will Biden leave Trump a note? The presidential tradition explained

A look at the history of presidential letters and whether President Biden will continue the tradition by writing a note for his predecessor-turned-successor, Donald Trump.

Kristi Noem faces Senate confirmation hearing

So far, Kristi Noem appears to have strong backing from GOP senators who will be crucial to her confirmation as head of the Department of Homeland Security.

Which bible will Trump use at his inauguration?

When President-elect Donald Trump takes the oath of office again on Jan. 20, he’ll do so with one hand on a bible.

Trump Inauguration Day moved indoors due to extreme cold

President-elect Donald Trump will take the oath of office indoors due to the freezing temperatures expected during his inaugural ceremonies.

Florida population growth could impact future elections

More people are moving to Florida, and that's evident in the traffic on highways and in the housing market. 

Abortion pill access faces new legal hurdle nationwide after Texas ruling

A Texas judge has allowed three states to move forward with a legal challenge seeking to impose stricter rules on the abortion pill mifepristone, reigniting the battle over medication abortion access in the U.S.

Israeli man to be released by Hamas as his family in Sarasota waits with mixed emotions

Sagui Dekel-Chen has been in captivity since Hamas took him hostage as part of their October 7, 2023, terrorist attack on Israel. That is expected to end soon, however.