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Counting votes once made Florida a laughingstock. Now it’s the gold standard.
Florida’s now exceptional record of very accurately counting votes in the fastest time possible was born out of abject humiliation.Politics - The Hill - November 5 -
Why is Trump allowed to vote in Florida after felony conviction?
Former President Trump cast his ballot in Florida on Election Day, despite his 34 felony convictions in New York. While Florida has some of the strictest laws in the country against people ...Politics - The Hill - November 5 -
Scott wins Florida Senate race, fending off Democratic challenge
Florida Sen. Rick Scott (R) will win reelection in the Sunshine State, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ. Scott held off a challenge from former Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell (D), whom ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Florida's abortion amendment fails, leaving 6-week ban in place
Florida’s abortion-rights ballot initiative fell short of passing on Tuesday, leaving in place a six-week abortion ban that has helped restrict access across almost all of the Southern U.S. The ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Tracking abortion ballot measures: Missouri and Arizona expand rights as Florida vote falls short
Seven other states, including Montana and Nevada, also pass measures in favor of reproductive rights – follow our tracker as voters decide on access to abortion. US election 2024 – latest ...World - The Guardian - November 6 -
Florida abortion rights measure fails, CBS News projects
CBS News projects a Florida ballot measure that would have enshrined the right to abortion will fail, keeping in place a six-week ban put in place by Gov. Ron DeSantis.Top stories - CBS News - November 5 -
Scott: ‘Washington could learn a hell of a lot’ from Florida win
Rick Scott won his Senate re-election bid in Florida. Scott touted his victory in a speech as something Washington could "learn a hell of a lot from."Top stories - NBC News - November 6 -
Watch live: Trump to address supporters in Florida after winning presidency
Former President Trump will address supporters in Florida after winning the presidency, holding a decisive lead over Vice President Harris in key states across the electoral map. The Hill and ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Cannabis stocks crater as Florida fails to garner needed votes for adult use
North Dakota and South Dakota also failed in their efforts to legalize cannabis for recreational use, while a medical measure passed in Nebraska.Business - MarketWatch - November 6 -
In this Florida school district, some parents are pushing back against a cellphone ban
It’s no surprise that students are pushing back on cellphone bans in classroomsTech - ABC News - November 8 -
Billy Napier off the hot seat: Why now and what's next for Florida?
Florida has decided to bring back Napier. We look at the move means for the Gators, their portal plans and recruiting outlook.Sports - ESPN - November 7 -
3 women shot in Florida during election argument, police says
Three women were shot during an argument over the 2024 elections, Miami Police tells CBS News. A suspect is not in custody. Morgan Rynor has the latest.Top stories - CBS News - November 7 -
Florida athletic director: 'Billy Napier will continue as head football coach'
Florida is 15-18 since Napier was hired before the 2022 season.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 7 -
Florida basketball coach Todd Golden accused of sexual harassment – report
Gators coach accused of harassing female UF students Accusations reported by student newspaper on Friday Multiple women have accused Todd Golden, the men’s basketball coach at Florida, of ...World - The Guardian - November 8 -
Florida Democratic congressman says he was target in attempted assassination
Florida Democratic Rep. Jared Moskowitz said police arrested a man who was near his home earlier this week allegedly armed with a rifle and body armor.Top stories - ABC News - November 8 -
Two Florida women arrested after shooting death of photographer is livestreamed
Two women were arrested on Friday in connection with the murder of a photographer that was partially livestreamed on social media, police in Florida said.Top stories - NBC News - November 9 -
Trump’s allies coalesce behind Scott’s bid to lead Senate
Maga’s backing of Florida loyalist aims to ensure president-elect can push his agenda through CongressBusiness - Financial Times - November 11 -
Florida players join season ticket holders for fun-filled Pantherfest
Fans were able to participate in different games and activities, and they were joined by the entire Panthers team!Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 11 -
Spirit Airlines flight from Florida hit by gunfire while trying to land in Haiti
A Spirit Airlines flight from Florida was damaged by gunfire en route to Haiti and diverted to the neighboring country of the Dominican Republic, the airline said.Top stories - CBS News - November 11 -
Can the Miami Dolphins save Florida from the losingest weekend in history?
The state of Florida went an astounding 0-11 in football this weekend.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 11 -
Thune faces first Trump loyalty test
So far, it seems like the Senate’s leader-in-waiting and other Republicans are giving the president-elect wide latitude on his picks.Politics - Politico - November 15 -
Florida education officials report hundreds of books pulled from school libraries
“The Bluest Eye” by Toni MorrisonEntertainment - ABC News - November 12 -
Florida education officials report hundreds of books removed from schools
Beloved by Toni Morrison, Normal People by Sally Rooney, and Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut, among books pulled . Florida’s department of education has released a list of more than 700 books ...World - The Guardian - November 13 -
Hundreds of books pulled from Florida school libraries: Officials
Hundreds of books were removed from shelves at Florida schools, according to a list compiled by the state’s Department of Education for the 2023-2024 school year. The list shows more than 700 ...Politics - The Hill - November 13 -
Caitlin Clark draws a big crowd for an LPGA pro-am in Florida
Caitlin Clark drained a 20-footer, this time with a putterSports - ABC News - November 13 -
Florida liberal arts college reinstates ‘wokeness’ course amid furore
Course set to be taught by controversial British ‘anti-woke’ media commentator Andrew Doyle. New College of Florida reinstated a course on “wokeness” taught by the controversial British media ...World - The Guardian - November 14 -
World’s tallest teenager, Florida’s 7ft 9in Oliver Rioux, to redshirt for Gators
Rioux will spend 2024-25 season practicing with team Canadian owns spot in Guinness record book for height The world’s tallest teenager might have to wait a year to become the world’s tallest ...World - The Guardian - November 14
