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Florida legislators push for stricter gambling regulations, raising concerns for online gaming platforms
Florida – Two new laws aiming at expanding and strengthening the state’s current gambling bans have been presented in the…
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Volunteer Florida and state agencies recognize outstanding student and teacher achievements in Black History Month
Florida – Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis revealed the winners of Florida’s annual Black History Month student art…
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Florida sues Target, citing stock losses tied to controversial DEI policies and social activism
Tallahassee, Florida – Florida Attorney General James Uthmeir has initiated a class-action lawsuit against the major retailer Target Corporation, headquartered…
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Florida Senator Rick Scott joins push to remove inheritance tax on family-owned businesses
Florida – Senators Rick Scott (R-FL), John Cornyn (R-TX), and 42 other Republican colleagues have proposed the Death Tax Repeal…
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Fort Walton Beach police chief tapped for key role in Florida state immigration policies
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – Fort Walton Beach Police Chief Robert Bage has been named to the State Immigration Enforcement…
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Florida Governor DeSantis pushes for historic salary increases to strengthen public safety
Tallahassee, Florida – As part of his “Focus on Fiscal Responsibility” budget proposal for the fiscal years 2025–26, Florida Governor…
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Significant insurance rate cuts across Florida are on the horizon thanks to Gov. DeSantis, Florida lawmakers
Miami, Florida – Governor Ron DeSantis has announced notable rate cuts in Miami-Dade County and marked a turning point in…
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Florida cracks down on youth-targeted nicotine products with new compliance directory, harsh penalties for violating the law
Tallahassee, Florida – The Florida Attorney General’s Office has unveiled the Nicotine Dispensing Device Directory in a major step meant to…
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Florida Gov. DeSantis calls for tougher deportation policies and end to catch and release
Tallahassee, Florida – Emphasizing the vital need for strict legislative measures, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis engaged with law enforcement officers…
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Florida Democrats look to rebuild as leadership elections take center stage
Orlando, Florida – The Florida Democratic Party (FDP) is set to convene in Orlando on Saturday for an important meeting…
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