Candidates, advocates flock to Orlando for LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus Summer Conference
Florida’s LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus is hosting its 2026 Summer Conference this weekend in Orlando, bringing together candidates, elected…
County to identify restructuring model following repeal of MWSBE program
DOWNTOWN TALLAHASSEE, FL — Leon County is reworking what the model could look like for small businesses after…
‘I would have fought it’: Florida’s DEI crackdown exposes split in St. Pete mayoral race
After nearly two hours of debate in St. Petersburg on Tuesday night, one issue had not come up:…
Leon County to discuss variety of issues at Tuesday’s Commission meeting
DOWNTOWN TALLAHASSEE, FL — Leon County Commissioners will meet Tuesday for their meeting to discuss a variety of…
PHOTOS: Tampa Bay LGBT Chamber holds 2026 Pride in Business luncheon
(Photo by Ryan Williams-Jent) TAMPA | The Tampa Bay LGBT Chamber welcomed hundreds of supporters to its 2026…
St. Petersburg wraps City Hall steps in pride colors
St. Petersburg decorated the front steps of City Hall in the colors of the pride flag, turning the…
St. Petersburg mayoral candidate Brandi Gabbard condemns Florida’s anti-DEI law
St. Petersburg Mayoral Candidate Brandi Gabbard (C) attends a No Kings protest last month. (Photo via Gabbard’s campaign…
State DEI ban sets up collision with St. Pete equity agenda, forces Tampa to rethink key roles
A newly signed state law targeting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs is on a collision course with…
Eskamani may have to wear fake mustache to Pride if she’s elected Orlando mayor under new law
Credit: Sarah Gray/Florida House of Representatives Florida mayors will not be able to attend gay Pride parades in…
Jacksonville Bold for 3.18.26: 60 Days done
Much of this week’s edition examines how various legislators view the just-concluded Regular Legislative Session. However, work remains…
St. Pete Mayor Ken Welch comes out against anti-DEI bills
St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch on March 22, 2024. Credit: cityofstpete / Flickr Bills on the House and…
Could Pulse memorial be affected by Florida’s proposed crackdown on city-funded DEI?
Credit: Photo by J.D. Casto State and local elected officials have expressed concerns about bills making their way…