‘Inflation is a bear’: Altamonte looks to end Red, Hot & Boom, close library
Because of rising costs, Altamonte Springs may close its city library and end the popular Red, Hot & Boom fireworks show at Cranes Roost Park officials say.
Florida cattle ranchers push back on Trump’s beef import plan
“Artificially interfering with the cattle market is not sound policy," the head of the Florida Cattlemen’s Association says.
Board of Florida Realtors backs Amendment 3 tax break
The Florida Realtors Board of Directors voted on Sunday to support Amendment 3, the proposed property tax measure on Florida’s November 2026 ballot.
How a donkey named Eloise became a symbol in the fight against Florida data centers
As Florida’s summer of data center backlash has worn on, local symbols of resistance have been born. Symbols like Eloise, a donkey.
Florida seeks repeal of four required vaccines for schools
The state of Florida wants to remove four immunizations from entry requirements for pre-K-12 public and private schools.
Single vote determines St. Cloud primary as Osceola recounts 2 races
The Osceola County Supervisor of Elections recounted two close races on Saturday, and the winner in a St. Cloud City Council primary saw his margin of victory shrink to one…
Oh, Canada! Florida tourism numbers dip, driven by Canadian backlash over trade policies
Tourism numbers in Florida dipped for a second consecutive quarter amid a backlash from Canadian visitors over President Donald Trump’s rhetoric and trade policies.
Federal judge says FIU violated First Amendment rights of anti-ICE student protesters
A federal judge ruled that Florida International University likely violated the First Amendment rights of students who staged a silent protest against the school's collaboration with immigration authorities.
Florida Gators name Aaron Philo starting quarterback
Coach Jon Sumrall said Aaron Philo's abillity to run the offense more consistently proved the difference in the battle for the job with Tramell Jones Jr.
Duke Energy tries to disqualify consumer group from Florida data center hearings
Duke argues that Florida Rising, a group that fights for lower electric bills for residents, shouldn’t be allowed to participate in the data center hearings this week.