Florida bill would require public schools to show anti-abortion ‘Baby Olivia’ video in classrooms

The mandate is included in a broad education bill that embraces a number of education initiatives Gov. Ron DeSantis has championed

by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix March 3, 2025July 2, 2025

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Byron Donalds announces his candidacy for Florida governor

Donald’s gubernatorial bid has been endorsed by President Donald Trump

by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix February 26, 2025March 15, 2025

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State Sen. Geraldine Thompson, longtime Central Florida lawmaker and educator, dies at 76

The veteran legislator died Thursday following complications from knee surgery, according to a statement from her family

by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix February 14, 2025March 2, 2025

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DeSantis administration launches state-supported pregnancy website

The Legislature appropriated $466,200 to support the project

by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix February 6, 2025March 1, 2025

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Florida House Republican wants to make it easier to sue state and local governments

Rep. Fiona McFarland has already had conversations with some of the lobbying organizations that would be most affected by the proposal in hopes of getting them to support her efforts

by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix January 30, 2025February 9, 2025

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Florida leads the nation in Obamacare enrollment again

More than 4.6 million Florida residents enrolled in an Obamacare plan for 2025

by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix January 8, 2025April 29, 2025

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Buddy MacKay, Florida’s last Democratic governor, dies at 91

‘Governor MacKay’s life was dedicated to serving the state of Florida, which he did with honor and distinction’

by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix January 3, 2025May 31, 2025

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Social media bans, voter registration applications and more Florida laws now in effect in 2025

Social media access for kids, voter registration, workers’ compensation and more laws now in effect

by Jackie Llanos, Florida Phoenix and Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix January 2, 2025February 2, 2025

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Florida led country in new death penalty sentences in 2024, says report

DeSantis pushed to eliminate the unanimous requirement after a jury failed to recommend a death sentence for Nikolas Cruz

by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix December 20, 2024December 29, 2024

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Groups urge Florida school officials to not remove books about anatomy, other health information

They warn against removing books that include topics such as anatomy, teen pregnancy and sexual assault

by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix December 16, 2024December 31, 2024

Cannabis

Florida says it will award 22 new medical marijuana licenses

Tuesday’s decision can be and will be appealed, say those involved in the industry

by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix November 27, 2024July 15, 2025

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Florida’s surgeon general now advises against adding fluoride to drinking water

Ladapo’s past advice on health issues has roundly been criticized by others in the health care arena

by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix November 25, 2024March 6, 2025

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo in 2021

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DeSantis wants to see Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo head U.S. health agency

During his time in the DeSantis administration, Ladapo has proven a lightning rod

by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix November 7, 2024March 25, 2025

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Orlando abortion doctor fights to keep her license as DeSantis administration pushes for revocation

Dr. Candace Cooley performed procedures without knowing the 24-hour waiting period had taken effect

by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix October 21, 2024April 1, 2025

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Experts worry Florida’s 2024 hurricane season could wipeout recent homeowners insurance ‘fixes’

Floridians already pay the highest homeowners insurance premiums in the nation

by Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix October 14, 2024November 7, 2024