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Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins joins 2026 governor Republican primary against Trump-backed candidate
Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins announced Monday that he’s running for governor in 2026, hoping to take over for term-limited Gov. Ron DeSantis.
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From taxes to insurance: What’s at stake during Florida’s 2026 legislative session
Lawmakers are set to meet at the State Capitol in Tallahassee on Tuesday to begin the annual scramble: two months of making brand new laws and fixing some old ones.
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DeSantis touts property insurance victory during South Florida stop
Gov. Ron DeSantis made a South Florida stop Monday at Broward College in Davie where he touted a victory when it comes to navigating the state’s complex history with property insurance.
‘Outdated bureaucracy:’ New bill streamlines Florida’s motor vehicle agency, moves FHP oversight
Two South Florida lawmakers say the agency overseeing the state’s driver’s licenses, license plates, and the Florida Highway Patrol is a mess, and something needs to change.
Walt Disney World offers Florida resident discounts with new ticket options
Florida residents can kick off 2026 with exclusive savings and special ticket offers at Walt Disney World Resort.
Gov. Ron DeSantis calls for special session in April to redraw Florida’s congressional districts
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Wednesday he plans to call a special session in April for the Republican-dominated legislature to draw new congressional districts, joining a redistricting arms race among states that have redrawn districts mid-decade.
DeSantis says state charges possibly coming for Nicolás Maduro
Gov. Ron DeSantis told reporters Tuesday that Florida may pursue unprecedented state charges against Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro, who is now facing federal charges in the U.S.
Cubans in Havana and Miami react to Trump’s actions in Venezuela
Cubans, both in Havana and Miami, recognized that President Donald Trump’s actions in Venezuela have an impact on the island’s people.
Florida Highway Patrol troopers report rescuing girl from drunk father in Miami-Dade
A man faced charges after Florida Highway Patrol troopers reported finding him drunk with his daughter on the Palmetto Expressway in Miami-Dade County.
Rubio issues warning to Cuban leaders after Maduro’s capture
U.S. State Secretary Marco Rubio stood near President Donald Trump on Saturday in Palm Beach County and sent a message to leaders in Cuba.
Woman, 77, falls from Holland America cruise ship near Cuba
The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended the search for a 77-year-old woman who they said fell from a Holland America cruise ship on New Year’s Day.
Here are all the new Florida laws taking effect today
This year, over 200 new Florida laws were approved as part of the latest Legislative session.