Compassion Club: Jacksonville Humane Society launches new volunteer program for teens
The Jacksonville Humane Society has launched a new volunteer program, the Compassion Club, for students ages 13-15. The…
DOH anticipates AIDS drug fix will become law
The Department of Health (DOH) started to “operationalize” Wednesday morning, preparing an emergency rule to return income eligibility…
Chuck Brannan’s journey to the Legislature brought him from humble origins to great power
Rep. Chuck Brannan is wrapping eight years in Tallahassee representing House District 10, which includes Baker, Columbia, Hamilton, Suwannee…
Jim Boyd brings a statesman’s approach to Florida Senate leadership
Sen. Jim Boyd is the current Senate Majority Leader. Following the 2026 election, he’ll be the next Senate…
For fast-growing cities, property tax changes will impact quality of life
Image via the city of Port St. Lucie. As a resident of Port St. Lucie for more than…
Lawmakers consider tying threats to pets, domestic violence
In 2005, Nicole LaDue had a chihuahua with a perfect marking of Mickey Mouse on his back. One…
Committee moves to make it harder to access Florida’s already challenging unemployment system
Florida’s notoriously challenging unemployment insurance program may become even more difficult for individuals to navigate if legislation that…
A best-practices framework that puts care first
Floridians care deeply about their pets, which is why many Floridians care about how pets are treated under…
Shevrin Jones prioritizes fleet of people-focused proposals
Miami Gardens Sen. Shevrin Jones is entering the 2026 Legislative Session with a people-focused policy agenda. His priority…
Randy Maggard is back with bill promoting water pollution
This is such an exciting time of year for us Florida columnists! The 2026 Legislative Session begins next…
Midday Update: DTS Tallahassee raises over $77k, FL 2026: affordability showdown
Friday, December 12th: Below are the top stories WTXL ABC 27 is following around The Big Bend, South…
Lori Paige Center opens, Fl lawmakers talk affordability crisis
October 9th: Below are the top stories WTXL ABC 27 is following around the Big Bend, South Georgia,…