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Jim interviews Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz about social security concerns that exist due to moves the Trump administration and Elon Musk are making that could threaten benefits.

10 Native Southern Flowers That Are Sure Signs Of Spring

These Iconic Plants Are Suited To Our Climate, Making Them Perfectly At Home Here.

Heat Pump Repairs FL: Maintain The Maximum Efficiency Of Your Space

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‘Farmer Wants a Wife’ episode 3 tonight: How to watch 2 Florida women date the same farmer

Who doesn't love some hunky homesteaders? Season 3 of 'Farmer Wants a Wife' is out, with two Florida women competing for one farmer. Here's how to watch.

Number of wildfires burning in Florida climbs as dry conditions continue. Where, what to know

The number of wildfires burning in Florida is going up as residents anticipate more dry days, along with possible record high temperatures.

DeSantis Slams Rep. Randy Fine for ‘Underperformance’ in Florida Elections

Florida Gov. Ron Desantis slams Randy Fine for his "underperformance" in Tuesday's race to fill Mike Waltz's House seat.

Lawsuit challenges new Florida immigration law targeting undocumented immigrants

The Florida Immigrant Coalition, the Farmworker Association of Florida and two individual plaintiffs filed the lawsuit in federal court in Miami. It challenges a law (SB 4-C) that passed during a February special legislative session.

Florida deputy killed in shootout at a Dollar General

The deputy was "not supposed to be working" that day, officials said. A Florida deputy has been killed in a shootout at a Dollar General store, according to Walton County Sheriff Mike Adkinson. At approximately 2 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon, deputies ...

Notre Dame misses out on Florida safety Simeon Caldwell who commits to Ohio State

One of Notre Dame football’s top 2026 safety targets, Simeon Caldwell, has now shut down his recruitment after committing to Ohio State on Thursday.

Are the Florida special election results good news for Democrats?

DAYTONA BEACH — For a few days, Democrats got to dream.

Florida special election 2025 results for U.S. House District 1, State House District 3

Florida voters cast ballots Apr. 1 in the U.S. House District 1 special election to replace Matt Gaetz. Follow along for the latest election results.

Florida man who murdered his girlfriend and her 3 children in 1998 to be executed May 1

Jeffrey Hutchinson received three death sentences and one life sentence after being convicted of murdering his girlfriend and her children in 1998.

Testing Trump and GOP: What Florida is voting on today and what it means for NJ, beyond

Polls are open for Florida's special elections today. Here's what the race means to President Donald Trump and Republican's control of the House

Is Florida getting a tax break? DeSantis wants property tax cut; sales tax another idea

DeSantis held a news conference for tackling property tax for homeowners, calling on Florida Legislature to direct billions for relief. See his plan.

Why is Trump in Florida; will Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump join? Here's what to know

President Donald Trump is headed to Florida this weekend for some golf (and maybe a Tiger Woods visit?), but when will he return to NJ? What we know

Florida’s attorney general says he won’t defend post-Parkland gun law. Does he have to?

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier’s insistence that he won’t defend gun restrictions he disagrees with have raised questions about whether he has that power.

Canada launches billboard campaign in Central Florida on U.S. tariffs

The Canadian government has taken to billboards to educate Americans on the tariffs imposed on their country by the Trump administration. According to CBS News, it’s a multi-state campaign, visibly sponsored by Canada,

Gov. DeSantis: Property tax relief, not sales tax cuts, is Florida’s priority

Instead of a cut in sales taxes as proposed by the House, DeSantis says he wants to provide a $1,000 tax break to all homestead property owners.

Florida officials seek Trump’s help in speeding up the deporting of more immigrants

The State Immigration Enforcement Council is asking President Donald Trump for more executive orders to expedite removal of undocumented immigrants.

DeSantis says Florida residents want property tax cuts, not sales tax breaks "for tourists"

DeSantis on Monday said state and local governments can maintain their "core functions" by offloading the tax burden on non-Floridians.

Candlelight vigil honors 10-year-old Florida boy who died of alleged abuse; Mother and boyfriend charged with murder

Hundreds of people gathered at a park in Central Florida on Saturday night to honor the life of 10-year-old Xavier Williams,<a class="excerpt-read-more" href=" More

How much are Final Four tickets to see Houston-Duke and Auburn-Florida?

Up first, Auburn and Florida will go head-to-head on the Texas hardwood. This marks the Tigers’ second Final Four appearance and first since 2019; a win here would be an opportunity for them to take a crack at their first national title. As for the Gators, they won back-to-back Championships in 2006-07 but haven’t gone all the way since.

Florida House to take up controversial bill that places new restrictions on ballot initiatives

The House will consider the bill on Thursday during a floor session that also will include numerous other issues.

Florida bill would ban these rent hikes for affordable housing. What to know

Rent increases during the middle of a lease would be banned for affordable housing under a Florida bill working its way through the Legislature.

Did weekend rain help improve drought conditions in Florida?

East central Florida: Expect partly sunny and warm conditions during most of the day. Conditions are favorable for storms to develop between 3 and 9 p.m. Storms could bring gusty winds near 50 mph, small hail and heavy rain, according to the National Weather Service Melbourne.

Florida Senate budget proposal seeks $200 million to help citrus industry

The Senate on Friday released a proposed $117.36 billion budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year that includes $200 million directed toward the citrus industry. That would come on top of $200 million that the Senate has approved in a bill that Albritton has dubbed the "rural renaissance" to bolster rural communities.

Florida’s SunPass, E-Pass relief program that saved drivers millions ends Monday. What to know

For nearly two years, frequent drivers on Florida toll roads only had to pay half as much with a 50% credit back program. That program ends in March.

People in Florida struggle to find rental units they can afford

The median wage in the Orlando metro area is $45,000, and residents earning that should pay about $1,100 a month for housing, but there are fewer and fewer rentals available at that price, said Anne Ray, manager of the Florida Housing Data Clearinghouse at the Shimberg Center.

Florida punches ticket to Final Four: Gators' frantic second-half too much for Texas Tech in Elite Eight

After trailing by 10 with 6:18 left, No. 1 seed Florida roared back to pull off a stunning 84-79 comeback win over No. 3 seed Texas Tech on Saturday. The win punches the Gators' ticket to the Final Four for the first time since 2014.

Democrats outraged at Trump’s changes pour millions of dollars into 2 special elections in Florida

Democrats, with few electoral outlets for their outrage at President Donald Trump’s dramatic restructuring of the federal government, are pouring millions of dollars into two special elections in

NCAA Tournament: Florida runs away from Maryland's 'Crab Five'; Flagg powers Duke

San Francisco – Will Richard scored 15 points, Alijah Martin added 14 points and seven rebounds, and top-seeded Florida played a steady second half to run away from No. 4 seed Maryland and into the NCAA Tournament's West Region final with an 87-71 win Thursday night.

Florida stays hot, surges past Maryland into Elite Eight with dominant 2nd half

Florida had just a two-point lead at halftime, mostly the result of self-inflicted wounds (13 turnovers). But the Gators looked much more like the hottest team in basketball — they’ve won nine straight, including three in the SEC tournament — after the break, outscoring Maryland 47-33 in the second half.

Are you a ‘super speeder?’ Florida bills would bring higher fines for fastest drivers

Drivers who habitually whip past you on the highway could be hit with much higher fines and/or lose their license for longer under new Florida bills.

Florida kids, pick yourself up by the bootstraps! | Column

The current child labor laws are too lax with opportunities for kids to become educated. A proposal sponsored by Republican state Sen. Jay Collins of Tampa would allow tater tots as young as 14 — that’s FOR-TEE if you squint — work overnight shifts and more.