Orlando to hold big political event
Orlando will be in the national spotlight over the weekend as thousands gather for the Conservative Political Action Conference.
Orlando will be in the national spotlight over the weekend as thousands gather for the Conservative Political Action Conference.
CPAC to bring thousands to Orlando
Thousands of people will gather in Orlando this week for the Conservative Political Action Conference. It starts Thursday and wraps up on Sunday with former President Donald Trump speaking.
Thousands of people will gather in Orlando this week for the Conservative Political Action Conference. It starts Thursday and wraps up on Sunday with former President Donald Trump speaking.
Lawmakers want to limit governor's executive powers
Florida lawmakers are considering reigning in the power of the governor. A new proposal would require that the Florida Cabinet approve certain types of executive orders.
Florida lawmakers are considering reigning in the power of the governor. A new proposal would require that the Florida Cabinet approve certain types of executive orders.
Lawmakers respond to frustrations over vaccine rollout
Two Central Florida lawmakers admit that vaccine rollouts have had a few roadblocks in Florida, but for the most part, they contend that the system is working as best as it can under state management.
Two Central Florida lawmakers admit that vaccine rollouts have had a few roadblocks in Florida, but for the most part, they contend that the system is working as best as it can under state management.
Bill moves forward for to-go cocktails to stay permanently in Florida
Gov. DeSantis signed an executive order at the start of the pandemic allowing take-out alcohol orders as a way to help restaurants survive. Now, Florida lawmakers are looking to make to-go cocktails from bars and restaurants permanent.
Gov. DeSantis signed an executive order at the start of the pandemic allowing take-out alcohol orders as a way to help restaurants survive. Now, Florida lawmakers are looking to make to-go cocktails from bars and restaurants permanent.
Sen. Ted Cruz under fire for Cancun trip
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, of Texas, has come under fire for flying to Cancun, Mexico while thousands in his home state are still without power. The senator flew back on Thursday afternoon to find protesters outside of his home. Cruz said the trip was a mistake and he just was trying to get his children out of the cold.
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, of Texas, has come under fire for flying to Cancun, Mexico while thousands in his home state are still without power. The senator flew back on Thursday afternoon to find protesters outside of his home. Cruz said the trip was a mistake and he just was trying to get his children out of the cold.
Push to make alcohol-to-go permanent in Florida
For some struggling restaurants, selling alcohol drinks to-go has been a lifeline during the pandemic. It has been so helpful, in fact, some lawmakers are trying to make it permanent.
For some struggling restaurants, selling alcohol drinks to-go has been a lifeline during the pandemic. It has been so helpful, in fact, some lawmakers are trying to make it permanent.
Lawmaker wants to roll back mail-in voting
Many people have already signed up for mail-in ballots for upcoming elections. One lawmaker, State Senator Dennis Baxley, R-Ocala, wants to cancel those requests.
Many people have already signed up for mail-in ballots for upcoming elections. One lawmaker, State Senator Dennis Baxley, R-Ocala, wants to cancel those requests.
Bill offers reparations for descendants of Ocoee Massacre
There is a push to pay reparations to the descendants of the Ocoee Massacre victims. The massacre, which occurred the day of the U.S. presidential election in 1920, was the result of a violent attack by a white mob on African-American residents. State Senator Randolph Bracy wants the proposed reparations to come in the form of an expanded scholarship program.
There is a push to pay reparations to the descendants of the Ocoee Massacre victims. The massacre, which occurred the day of the U.S. presidential election in 1920, was the result of a violent attack by a white mob on African-American residents. State Senator Randolph Bracy wants the proposed reparations to come in the form of an expanded scholarship program.
Could Fried be planning a run for governor?
A video released by Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried has many people wondering if she is preparing to run for governor next year. In the video, she sharply criticizes Gov. Ron DeSantis.
A video released by Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried has many people wondering if she is preparing to run for governor next year. In the video, she sharply criticizes Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Lawmaker targets social media platforms over pornography
A Seminole County lawmaker is taking on social media. He wants to punish sites that don't act fast enough when it comes to taking down child pornography.
A Seminole County lawmaker is taking on social media. He wants to punish sites that don't act fast enough when it comes to taking down child pornography.
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In March of 2020, Governor Ron DeSantis created an executive order to allow restaurants to offer carryout alcohol options. A new bill in the State Legislature could make that change permanent.
In March of 2020, Governor Ron DeSantis created an executive order to allow restaurants to offer carryout alcohol options. A new bill in the State Legislature could make that change permanent.
Florida Emergency Management Director Jared Moskowitz to work through April
Moskowitz has spent the past two years running point on issues ranging from hurricanes to COVID-19 testing and vaccinations.
Moskowitz has spent the past two years running point on issues ranging from hurricanes to COVID-19 testing and vaccinations.
Day 3 of Trump impeachment trial
Thursday marked day three of the Senate impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump. House managers delivered another dramatic presentation about what occurred at the Capitol last month.
Thursday marked day three of the Senate impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump. House managers delivered another dramatic presentation about what occurred at the Capitol last month.
DeSantis protest possible restrictions on travel
The White House is reportedly exploring new travel restrictions amid a rise in the United Kingdom variant of the coronavirus. Florida has more cases of that variant than any other state. Gov. Ron DeSantis has signaled he is opposed to the idea, calling it a political attack not based on science.
The White House is reportedly exploring new travel restrictions amid a rise in the United Kingdom variant of the coronavirus. Florida has more cases of that variant than any other state. Gov. Ron DeSantis has signaled he is opposed to the idea, calling it a political attack not based on science.
New video shown at Trump impeachment trial
New video shows Vice President Mike Pence being rushed to safety during the Jan. 6 Capital Riot. Pence and several other lawmakers could be seen leaving the Senate chamber as rioters started to take over the building. That video was shown during day two of former President Donald Trump's impeachment trial.
New video shows Vice President Mike Pence being rushed to safety during the Jan. 6 Capital Riot. Pence and several other lawmakers could be seen leaving the Senate chamber as rioters started to take over the building. That video was shown during day two of former President Donald Trump's impeachment trial.
COVID-19 protections for healthcare workers
Last month, Florida lawmakers approved ae proposal to protect certain businesses from certain lawsuits. Under the bill, it would make it harder for people to sue healthcare providers. Opponents feel feel that this bill provides too much protection for healthcare workers, while supporters say this is crucial to help out our economy.
Last month, Florida lawmakers approved ae proposal to protect certain businesses from certain lawsuits. Under the bill, it would make it harder for people to sue healthcare providers. Opponents feel feel that this bill provides too much protection for healthcare workers, while supporters say this is crucial to help out our economy.
New policing proposals introduced
Some lawmakers are calling for all of Florida's law enforcement agencies to require body cameras for their officers. They also want to see the stand-your-ground law repealed or revised.
Some lawmakers are calling for all of Florida's law enforcement agencies to require body cameras for their officers. They also want to see the stand-your-ground law repealed or revised.
Trump impeachment trial starts on Tuesday
Opening statements are said to begin on Tuesday morning in the second impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump.
Opening statements are said to begin on Tuesday morning in the second impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump.
Rep. Greene reacts after being cut from committees
Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is responding to questions after she was removed from two committees on Capitol Hill.
Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is responding to questions after she was removed from two committees on Capitol Hill.