DeSantis signs AI data center regulations into law

Florida utility customers won’t bear additional costs brought by new large scale data centers that power AI, under the bill

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida May 10, 2026May 10, 2026

Florida utility customers won’t bear additional costs brought by new large scale data centers that power AI, under the bill.

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Big Tobacco, Sig Sauer and more fund AG James Uthmeier’s campaign

He’s currently leading the race for Florida Attorney General

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida April 14, 2026April 14, 2026

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DeSantis approves UFC-themed Florida license plate

The measure includes new plates for some South Florida high schools and the Ultimate Fighting Championship

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida April 13, 2026April 13, 2026

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DeSantis signs bill to rename Florida airport after Trump

The bill will rename Palm Beach International Airport after President Donald Trump

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida March 31, 2026March 31, 2026

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Trump’s unpopularity, high gas prices helped Florida Dems flip two seats, says analyst

“President Trump’s unpopularity cast a long, dark shadow over these Republican candidates in these races,” UCF analyst Aubrey Jewett said

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida March 26, 2026March 26, 2026

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Florida House passes tax breaks for guns, camping gear and American beer

The bill drew criticism for lifting sales taxes for the next fiscal year on firearm accessories like holsters, magazines and muzzle devices

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida March 6, 2026March 6, 2026

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‘Charlie Kirk Day’ approved by Florida House

“I just don’t know why we are honoring somebody who had no accomplishments, who hadn’t done anything, and who denigrated people that look like me,” said Rep. Bruce Antone, an Orlando Democrat who is Black

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida February 25, 2026February 25, 2026

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Winter freeze causes more than $3B in Florida agriculture losses

Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson described the freeze events as “one of the most damaging” in Florida agriculture history

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida February 23, 2026February 23, 2026

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Florida House moves to ban removal of Confederate monuments again

The proposal prevents local governments from passing their own rules on removing historic monuments or memorials that have been up at least 25 years on public property

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida February 12, 2026February 12, 2026

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Florida voters sue over DeSantis’ mid-decade redistricting

The court is being asked to determine if DeSantis’ proclamation for a special legislative session encroached on the power of the Legislature

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

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Florida wants to win back its Canadian tourists

The U.S. has seen a travel backlash over the words and actions of President Donald Trump

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida February 4, 2026February 4, 2026

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Bill for armed ‘guardians’ on college campuses moves forward

Presidents could designate staff and faculty to be trained and receive a concealed-weapons license to carry guns on campus, under the bill

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida February 4, 2026February 4, 2026

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Trump airport bill would also clear the way for state to rename MCO

Trump in 2021 reportedly asked advisers to get an airport named after him

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida January 28, 2026January 28, 2026

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Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins joins race for governor

The announcement Monday comes after months of speculation he would join the race

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida January 12, 2026January 12, 2026

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DeSantis sets special session on redistricting in April

The announcement comes as Republicans seek to maintain control of the U.S. House in this year’s elections

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida January 7, 2026January 7, 2026

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Canadians are still staying away from Florida, but tourism increased overall

According to Travel and Tour World magazine, Miami, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Tampa and the Florida Keys are among the top national destinations.

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida January 2, 2026January 2, 2026

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DeSantis against Trump’s push for federal AI regulation

“The problem is that Congress hasn’t proposed any coherent regulatory scheme but instead just wanted to block states from doing anything for 10 years, which would be an AI amnesty.”

by Jim Turner, News Service of Florida December 8, 2025December 8, 2025