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The Wall Street Journal - World
Florida vs. Michigan on Public Unions
States move in opposite directions in fights over employee freedom.August 29 - Florida -
The New York Times - Top stories
Major Publishers Sue Florida Over Banned School Library Books
A state law limits sexual content in school libraries. But several publishing companies say it has led to a “regime of strict censorship” in school districts.August 29 - Florida -
CNBC - Business
Middle-class Americans are flocking to these 10 metro areas: 5 are in Florida
Around 9% of Americans in the middle 60% of earners moved in 2023, and it appears many of them may have found a new home in Florida.August 29 - Florida -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Florida Removes L.G.B.T.Q. Travel Advice From Official Website
The state’s travel website recently removed pages dedicated to L.G.B.T.Q. travel. Some Floridians aren’t happy about it.August 29 - Florida -
NBC News - Top stories
Ex-teacher gets 5 years in prison for threatening Florida judge in LGBTQ case
A retired teacher was sentenced to five years in prison for threatening in obscenity-filled voicemails to harm a federal judge in Florida who had rejected a challenge to the state’s so-called ...August 29 - Florida -
The Hill - Politics
DeSantis backs off 'half-baked' plan to put golf courses in Florida state parks
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) backed off Wednesday of what he referred to as a “half-baked” plan to place golf courses in state parks, according to multiple outlets. At a press conference, DeSantis ...August 28 - Florida -
CBS News - Top stories
Cocaine bricks wash up on Florida beach — yet again
The discovery comes just weeks after authorities said Hurricane Debby blew 25 packages of cocaine onto a beach in the Florida Keys.August 28 - Florida -
ESPN - Sports
'How did Florida end up there?' The stakes are high for Billy Napier and the Gators
Napier has overhauled the Gators' football program, but on-field results haven't followed. Will that change this season?August 28 - Florida -
NBC News - Top stories
Florida argues execution shouldn't be stayed for man's Parkinson's symptoms
Attorneys for the state of Florida say the execution of a man with Parkinson’s symptoms should not be delayed, despite his appeal to the U.S.August 28 - Florida -
The Hill - Politics
Court clears way for Florida to enforce ban on gender-affirming care for minors
A federal appeals court has ruled that transgender minors in Florida cannot be prescribed puberty blockers or other hormonal treatments, even if their parents approve, while the state hashes out ...August 27 - Florida -
ABC News - Health
Providers halt services after court allows Florida to enforce ban on transgender care for minors
A federal appeals court has ruled that a Florida law banning gender-affirming care can be enforced while a legal challenge plays outAugust 27 - Florida -
NBC News - Top stories
Florida man seen in viral courtroom video returns to jail
A Florida man seen bursting into tears during a 2015 court appearance when the judge recognized him as a middle school classmate is facing new charges. WTVJ's Lorean Inclán reports.August 27 - Florida -
NBC News - Top stories
U.S. appeals court clears way for Florida ban on transgender care for minors
A federal appeals court Monday cleared the way for Florida to enforce a ban on gender-affirming care for minors, blocking a lower court order against the ban while the matter is appealed.August 27 - Florida -
ABC News - Health
US appeals court clears way for Florida ban on transgender care for minors
A federal appeals court has cleared the way for Florida to enforce a ban on gender-affirming care for minorsAugust 26 - Florida -
CBS Sports - Sports
How Georgia Tech coach Brent Key turned around Yellow Jackets, has nation buzzing after win vs. Florida State
The Yellow Jackets' victory vs. the No. 10 Seminoles is just the latest in a growing string of successes for KeyAugust 26 - Florida -
ESPN - Sports
Florida team rallies past Taipei to win LLWS title
Lake Mary, Florida, rallied Sunday to beat Taipei 2-1 in eight innings and claim the Little League World Series championship.August 26 - Florida -
CBS Sports - Sports
Aaron Judge can't stop homering; Georgia Tech shocks Florida State
Judge is just the fifth player with three 50-home run seasonsAugust 26 - Florida -
CBS Sports - Sports
Little League World Series 2024: Lake Mary Florida wins world championship in comeback over Chinese Taipei
Florida extends the United States' streak of championships with their first-ever LLWS titleAugust 26 - Florida -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Little League World Series: Florida wins extra-innings championship thriller over Taiwan on chaotic walk-off bunt
The championship is the first for a team from Florida in nine trips to the LLWS final.August 25 - Florida -
ESPN - Sports
Florida wins U.S. title, faces Taiwan in LLWS final
Florida rallied to a wild 10-7 win over Texas on Saturday and will represent the United States in the Little League championship game against Taiwan.August 25 - Florida -
ABC News - Sports
Florida beats Texas 10-7 in Little League World Series semifinal and will face Taiwan for title
Luis Calo hit a go-ahead two-run double in the sixth inning as Lake Mary, Florida, beat Boerne, Texas, 10-7 on Saturday in a wild game that sent the Southeast region representative to the Little ...August 24 - Florida -
CBS Sports - Sports
Little League World Series 2024 results: Florida beats Texas after five-run rally to claim U.S. Championship
Lake Mary Little League will now play Chinese Taipei for the Little League World Series title on SundayAugust 24 - Florida -
ABC News - Sports
Florida beats Texas 10-7 in US bracket championship game and will face Taiwan for title at Little League World Series
Florida beats Texas 10-7 in US bracket championship game and will face Taiwan for title at Little League World SeriesAugust 24 - Florida -
CBS Sports - Sports
Florida State's season-opening dud against Georgia Tech shows transfer portal success can't patch every hole
The Seminoles' over-reliance on the portal for playmakers didn't prove effective against Georgia TechAugust 24 - Florida -
ABC News - Sports
Aidan Birr makes 44-yard field goal as time expires and Georgia Tech stuns No. 10 Florida State
Aidan Birr made a 44-yard field goal as time expired and Georgia Tech upset No. 10 Florida State 24-21 in the first major college football game of the seasonAugust 24 - Florida -
ESPN - Sports
Has DJ Uiagalelei finally found his fit at Florida State?
The quarterback and the Seminoles look to prove themselves, starting with a Week 0 matchup with Georgia Tech.August 24 - Florida -
CBS News - Top stories
Efforts underway to hunt invasive Burmese pythons in Florida
Predators are becoming prey in the Florida Everglades as hundreds of hunters descend on the Sunshine State in an effort to catch and kill as many Burmese pythons as possible. The invasive species ...August 24 - Florida -
CBS News - Top stories
Florida works to cull invasive Burmese pythons in the Everglades
A recent study found that climate change could make the entire continental United States hospitable to Burmese pythons by 2050.August 24 - Florida -
CBS News - Top stories
How to watch today's Florida State vs. Georgia Tech game
Here's how and when to watch the Florida State Seminoles vs. George Tech Yellow Jackets college football game.August 24 - Florida -
NBC News - Top stories
Fired Florida deputy who killed Roger Fortson is charged with manslaughter
The since-fired Florida sheriff’s deputy who fatally shot an Air Force senior airman in his home in May has been charged with manslaughter, authorities said Friday.August 23 - Florida -
CBS News - Top stories
Florida quietly pulls LGBTQ+ travel info from state website
Florida, long a top destination for LGBTQ+ tourists, quietly pulled the "LGBTQ Travel" section from its website sometime in the past few months.August 23 - Florida -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Little League World Series down to 4 teams as Venezuela, Florida survive elimination bracket
It'll be Florida vs. Texas and Venezuela vs. Chinese Taipei in Williamsport.August 23 - Florida -
ABC News - Sports
Florida State, ACC complete court-ordered mediation as legal fight drags into football season
Florida State and the Atlantic Coast Conference completed mediation mandated by a Florida judge, according to a court filing, as the legal battle between the school and league appears poised to ...August 22 - Florida -
NBC News - Top stories
Florida man hired pair to carry out acid attack on ex-girlfriend, prosecutors say
A 49-year-old Florida man hired and paid a man and a woman to travel to New Jersey to carry out an acid attack on a woman with whom he had had a prior relationship, authorities said.August 22 - Florida -
Inc. - Business
Florida Quietly Removes LGBTQ+ Info From State Travel Website
Visit Florida's website got rid of the site's'LGBTQ Travel'section some time in the last few months, and the backlash is beginning.August 22 - Florida -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
How will Florida State respond after 'The Snub'?
As their 2024 season begins in Dublin, the Seminoles are trying their best to put the crushing disappointment of being left out of last year's playoff behind them.August 22 - Florida -
ABC News - Entertainment
Florida quietly removes LGBTQ+ travel info from state website
Key West, Fort Lauderdale and Wilton Manors are among several Florida cities that have long been top U.S. destinations for LGBTQ+ touristsAugust 21 - Florida -
ABC News - Tech
Questions remain as tech company takes blame for glitch in Florida county election websites
An elections technology company has taken full responsibility for glitches that kept Florida county elections officials from immediately posting primary election results on Tuesday nightAugust 21 - Florida -
NBC News - Top stories
Florida officer fired after video showed her calling man 'punk' after he called for help wins back job
A Florida police officer who was fired last year after an arrest video showed her calling a man a “punk” and yelling at him after he called 911 for help has been reinstated to the department.August 21 - Florida -
NBC News - Top stories
Ron DeSantis' political star is tarnished after key Florida primary night losses
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis backed several school board candidates who were defeated in Tuesday's primary elections.August 21 - Florida