Florida Faces Massive SNAP Costs Under New Federal Law

A federal law signed by President Donald Trump this summer reshapes how states fund food assistance programs—and Florida appears poised to take one of the…

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By the Numbers: No-Party Voters

The News Service of Florida reports that as of the end of September, 3,384,837 “active” Florida voters were registered without party affiliations. Here are counties…

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Cha-ching: Salzman raises $113K, but left with only $13.5K pocket money for Q2

State Rep. Michelle Salzman has no opposition in her re-election bid next. However, that didn’t stop her from raising a record-setting $112,995 for the second…

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Gaetz Seeks to Restructure Public Service Commission

The News Service of Florida reported that Sen. Don Gaetz, R-Niceville, has revived a proposal that would make changes at the Florida Public Service Commission,…

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Breaking: Grand Jury Supoenas Issued in Hope Florida investigation

The Tampa Bay Times and Miami Herald report that state prosecutors in Tallahassee are convening a grand jury relating to the Hope Florida Foundation scandal….

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Ingoglia’s Comedy Act Falls Flat

On Wednesday, Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida’s Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia held a press event at Jacksonville International Airport mocking city and county leaders….

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See New Bills Going Into Effect in Two Days

By Jim Turner, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — A more than decade-long push by business groups will pay off next week with the…

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New Poll Shows Byron Donalds Beatable

The James Madison Institute’s latest poll of 1,200 registered Florida voters offers crucial insights as Florida heads toward the 2026 gubernatorial election. The governor’s is…

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Florida Open Carry: What Changes After Court Ruling

This is the third in a series of podcasts concerning the recent appellate court decision lifting Florida’s open carry prohibition. We have interviewed Escambia Sheriff…

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Podcast: Political Realities of Property Tax Reform

As Florida’s lawmakers gear up for another session focused on property tax reform, State Rep. Alex Andrade, a Pensacola Republican, offers insights on the appeal…

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Podcast: Inside McDaniels v. State of Florida

How a July 4th Arrest Changed Florida Gun Law Forever The First District Court of Appeal’s unanimous decision on Sept. 10 in McDaniels v. State…

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Podcast: Florida Sheriff on Constitutional Approach to Open Carry

Following a recent appellate court decision lifting Florida’s open carry prohibition, law enforcement across the state faces a complex legal puzzle about where firearms can…

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New Survey: Florida Women Face Rising Challenges

Florida women report that their basic needs are becoming increasingly difficult to meet. According to the 2025 Voices of Florida Women Survey, conducted by the…

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Top Reads: Week ended Sept. 20, 2025

MANNY’S PAYDAY The University of West Florida Board of Trustees convened this week, and once again, its decisions to create a nice future for Interim…

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Open Carry Ruling May Change Other Prohibited Places

The appeals court ruling struck down the state’s ban on openly carrying firearm puts pressure on Florida lawmakers. The decision created legal confusion because existing…

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Breaking: Escambia Public School enrollment drops 1,122 students

Escambia County Public Schools has seen its enrollment drop 1,122 (3%) since the Fall of 2024—from 36,768 to 35,646 students. In 2021, the school district…

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Trending Stories—Monday, Sept. 8, 2025

As people rebuild and infill in downtown Pensacola and the city’s west side, residents voice concerns about losing the character of their neighborhoods. The latest…

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Daily Outtakes: White House Encourages Challenges to DeSantis’ Cabinet Picks

The Trump administration wants to wipe out Gov. Ron DeSantis’s tight hold over Florida Republican politics during the upcoming 2026 elections, ensuring President Donald Trump’s…

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Former Florida House Speaker Announces Gubernatorial Campaign

Former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner officially launched his campaign for Governor of Florida, filing paperwork to seek the state’s top executive office as the…

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Trending Stories – Monday, Aug. 26, 2026

Extortion of County Clerk The top read concerned the federal indictment of Justin J. Wright in connection with the fire bombing of a vehicle near…

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