Gambling deal teed up for final approval
With legal battles looming over the expansion of gambling in Florida, lawmakers are poised to pass a sweeping deal that would give the Seminole Tribe control of sports betting throughout the state.
With legal battles looming over the expansion of gambling in Florida, lawmakers are poised to pass a sweeping deal that would give the Seminole Tribe control of sports betting throughout the state.
Florida Senate approves gaming commission
The Florida Senate on Tuesday approved a measure that would create a state commission to oversee gambling in the state, after making a change that would allow lawmakers to be appointed to the panel.
The Florida Senate on Tuesday approved a measure that would create a state commission to oversee gambling in the state, after making a change that would allow lawmakers to be appointed to the panel.
Val Demings exploring Senate run against Rubio
Democratic Congresswoman Val Demings says she is 'seriously considering a run for the Senate' against Republican incumbent Sen. Marco Rubio.
Democratic Congresswoman Val Demings says she is 'seriously considering a run for the Senate' against Republican incumbent Sen. Marco Rubio.
Fla. Senate signs off on gambling deal; heads to House next
In a nearly unanimous vote, the Florida Senate on Tuesday approved a gambling deal with the Seminole Tribe of Florida that would include allowing sports betting in the state.
In a nearly unanimous vote, the Florida Senate on Tuesday approved a gambling deal with the Seminole Tribe of Florida that would include allowing sports betting in the state.
Gambling special session begins
As lawmakers prepare to decide whether to approve a $2.5 billion gambling deal with the Seminole Tribe of Florida, the tribe is trying to assuage concerns about part of the agreement that could open the door to the legalization of online betting in the state.
As lawmakers prepare to decide whether to approve a $2.5 billion gambling deal with the Seminole Tribe of Florida, the tribe is trying to assuage concerns about part of the agreement that could open the door to the legalization of online betting in the state.
Former tax collector Joel Greenberg pleads guilty to 6 charges
Joel Greenberg has pleaded guilty to six of the nearly three dozen charges he faced, including sex trafficking of a minor, and he admitted that he had paid at least one underage girl to have sex with him and other men.
Joel Greenberg has pleaded guilty to six of the nearly three dozen charges he faced, including sex trafficking of a minor, and he admitted that he had paid at least one underage girl to have sex with him and other men.
Joel Greenberg to plead guilty to 6 charges
Joel Greenberg, a key figure in the federal investigation of Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz, has agreed to cooperate with federal investigators and admits paying an underage girl to have sex with him and other men, according to court documents filed Friday.
Joel Greenberg, a key figure in the federal investigation of Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz, has agreed to cooperate with federal investigators and admits paying an underage girl to have sex with him and other men, according to court documents filed Friday.
Legal expert weighs-in on report Joel Greenberg to change plea in federal court
As part of a plea agreement, former Seminole County Tax Collector Joel Greenberg may be willing to spill the beans about possible dirty dealings involving Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz and others, legal experts say.
As part of a plea agreement, former Seminole County Tax Collector Joel Greenberg may be willing to spill the beans about possible dirty dealings involving Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz and others, legal experts say.
Back in Florida, deported military spouse takes on new mission
Alejandra Juarez was deported after living undocumented in the U.S. for 20 years. She came here illegally, fell in love with a Marine, and gave birth to American daughters. Her humanitarian parole allows her to stay in the U.S. for at least a year, but if it?s not renewed, she could be deported again.
Alejandra Juarez was deported after living undocumented in the U.S. for 20 years. She came here illegally, fell in love with a Marine, and gave birth to American daughters. Her humanitarian parole allows her to stay in the U.S. for at least a year, but if it?s not renewed, she could be deported again.
Report: DOJ investigating Rep. Gaetz on medical marijuana influence
The report says that the Department of Justice is looking into how Gaetz may have used his influence to craft laws and rules about medical marijuana.
The report says that the Department of Justice is looking into how Gaetz may have used his influence to craft laws and rules about medical marijuana.
Report: Gaetz investigation expands
The Department of Justice is expanding their investigation into U. S Congressman Matt Gaetz, according to a report by The Tampa Bay Times. The newspaper is reporting that the DOJ is now looking into how Gaetz may have used his influence to craft laws and rules about medical marijuana. At this time, Gaetz is not charged with any crimes.
The Department of Justice is expanding their investigation into U. S Congressman Matt Gaetz, according to a report by The Tampa Bay Times. The newspaper is reporting that the DOJ is now looking into how Gaetz may have used his influence to craft laws and rules about medical marijuana. At this time, Gaetz is not charged with any crimes.
Pence trips spark further 2024 White House race speculation
The former vice president and former President Trump among those sparking 2024 buzz this past week.
The former vice president and former President Trump among those sparking 2024 buzz this past week.
Gov. DeSantis calls cruise industry halt 'fundamentally unfair'
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention just announced the next steps that will bring the cruise industry closer to sailing again. First will come test cruises to be followed by restricted passenger voyages. However, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said the CDC has been taking too long to green-light sailings and expressed his frustration at a news conference in Satellite Beach on Wednesday.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention just announced the next steps that will bring the cruise industry closer to sailing again. First will come test cruises to be followed by restricted passenger voyages. However, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said the CDC has been taking too long to green-light sailings and expressed his frustration at a news conference in Satellite Beach on Wednesday.
Trump's online platform now live
Former President Donald Trump has launched a blog space on his website where he can post messages that can be shared by others to Twitter and Facebook, sites where he remains banned.
Former President Donald Trump has launched a blog space on his website where he can post messages that can be shared by others to Twitter and Facebook, sites where he remains banned.
Charlie Crist announces his run for Florida governor
Rep. Charlie Crist will make another bid to become Florida's next governor. He made the announcement Tuesday morning on Facebook and then made it official during an appearance in St. Petersburg.
Rep. Charlie Crist will make another bid to become Florida's next governor. He made the announcement Tuesday morning on Facebook and then made it official during an appearance in St. Petersburg.
Parents fight to end masks in schools
Gov. Ron DeSantis issued an executive order lifting COVID-19 restriction across the state but took a hands-off approach with schools, leaving that decision up to each county's district.
Gov. Ron DeSantis issued an executive order lifting COVID-19 restriction across the state but took a hands-off approach with schools, leaving that decision up to each county's district.
Capitol riot suspect appears before judge
Jonathan Munafo, a man accused of participating in the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot, appeared before a judge on Friday, saying he suffers from mental illness.
Jonathan Munafo, a man accused of participating in the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot, appeared before a judge on Friday, saying he suffers from mental illness.
President Biden delivers fist address to Congress
President Joe Biden declared Wednesday night in his first address to a joint session of Congress that "America is rising anew," and pointed optimistically to the nation's emergence from the pandemic as a vital moment to rebuild the U.S. economy and fundamentally transform government roles in American life.
President Joe Biden declared Wednesday night in his first address to a joint session of Congress that "America is rising anew," and pointed optimistically to the nation's emergence from the pandemic as a vital moment to rebuild the U.S. economy and fundamentally transform government roles in American life.
Lawmakers give boost to guns at church
A proposal that would let people with concealed-weapons licenses pack heat at churches or other religious institutions that share properties with schools is heading to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
A proposal that would let people with concealed-weapons licenses pack heat at churches or other religious institutions that share properties with schools is heading to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Florida to gain congressional seat next year, bringing total to 28
With continuing population growth, Florida will gain one congressional seat next year, bringing its total to 28, the U.S. Census Bureau announced Monday.
With continuing population growth, Florida will gain one congressional seat next year, bringing its total to 28, the U.S. Census Bureau announced Monday.