Judge gives Stark one last chance to plead her case to be put on ballot
A judge has denied Rep. Paula Stark's request to be put on the November ballot but also gave the St. Cloud Republican seven more days to convince him she should…
Orlando Sentinel partnering with local news outlets on voters guide
The project is part of the News Collaborative of Central Florida, a group of independent local news organizations and aligned partners working toward a more informed and engaged Central Florida.
Democrat Graham Platner says he plans to withdraw from Maine Senate race after sexual assault claim
Graham Platner said Wednesday that he plans to withdraw from the U.S. Senate race in Maine after facing an allegation of sexual assault, shuttering an insurgent campaign that had withstood…
State election workers contradict Stark’s claims as she seeks ballot spot
In a court hearing, state election workers contradicted Rep. Paul Stark's claims as she seeks a spot on the 2026 ballot, telling a judge she did not file the required…
Disney, Bloomberg open wallets as Orange County mayoral hopefuls rake in cash
The contest for Orange County mayor is breaking records as millions of dollars are poured into the race, including eye-popping sums from some big names around the country – and…
Trump got the Senate candidates he wanted. How much will he spend to help them?
President Donald Trump reshaped this year’s U.S. Senate map by sidelining some Republican incumbents and promoting loyalists to replace them. Now the question is whether he’ll put his money where…
Singh sues to get Cordero removed from Orange Clerk of Courts ballot
A quirk in the state's resign-to-run law could force a candidate for Orange County Clerk of Courts off the ballot if a new lawsuit is successful.
Florida’s GOP candidates for governor hate taxes. These 2 didn’t pay them
But tax avoidance is no mere campaign promise for two of the candidates. Fishback and Collins fell behind on their own personal tax bills, according to property records.
Collins challenges Fishback’s candidacy, says he should be off the ballot
Lt. Gov. Jay Collins challenges Fishback's candidacy, says the conservative activist hasn't lived in Florida the required number of years to run for governor.
Central Florida Congressional races attract out-of-district candidates
Several Central Florida Congressional races feature candidates who don't live in the districts they want to represent, including some vying for the seat of retiring U.S. Rep. Daniel Webster.