Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins enters governor’s race, setting up crowded GOP primary
The Brief Lt. Gov. Jay Collins announced Monday he is running for governor, joining a crowded Republican primary…
Tallahassee businesses highlight economic impact of January legislative session
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – The 2026 legislative session will be in full swing Tuesday, and local businesses are…
Local residents share top concerns ahead of legislative session
PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — As Florida lawmakers prepare to return to the state Capitol next week, residents…
Florida lawmakers consider special session for property tax constitutional amendment
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV/Gray Florida Capital Bureau) – Florida lawmakers are preparing for a possible special session later this…
Florida Governor throws his weight behind package of pet protection proposals
Governor Ron DeSantis is calling on the Florida Legislature to take aim at puppy mills and support a…
Back to basics? Cursive lessons will be mandatory for Florida kids if this bill passes
Elementary school kids might be required once again to learn how to read and write in cursive. A…
Florida lawmakers to present bills proposed by Hillsborough students in Tallahassee
The Brief Students from Hillsborough County are taking their legislative ideas to the state level. Four student-proposed bills…
Guns, property taxes and other hot issues highlight St. Pete legislative agenda under consideration next week
The St. Petersburg City Council will consider the annual legislative agenda next week at its regular meeting. The…
‘Free Kill’ loophole bill returns after veto, Florida families continue push for medical malpractice reform
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV/Gray Florida Capital Bureau) – Florida patients could soon have more power to take legal action…