DeSantis’ latest erection: A new Abe Lincoln statue in Central Florida

DeSantis said the statue erections will continue throughout the year

by News Service of Florida July 1, 2026July 1, 2026

“He’s really an example of being able to persevere and overcome a lot of obstacles that are put in your way,” DeSantis said.

Orlando Area News

Florida man charged with stealing Smokey Bear signs in Orlando, other cities and selling them on Facebook

He faces up to 10 years in prison

by News Service of Florida June 30, 2026June 30, 2026

Florida News

DeSantis signs bill to name Florida roads after Charlie Kirk and Trump

Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed three bills late Thursday, his first rejection of legislation passed this year, and signed 15 others

by News Service of Florida June 26, 2026June 26, 2026

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Bill to name Florida roads after Charlie Kirk and Trump heads to DeSantis’ desk

DeSantis has until June 30 to act on the bills

by News Service of Florida June 16, 2026June 16, 2026

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Local governments would lose $5B in first year if Florida’s property tax amendment passes

They’ll lose nearly $12 billion in the fifth year, according to projections developed by state economists

by News Service of Florida June 16, 2026June 16, 2026

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Florida Republicans James Fishback, Byron Donalds and Paul Renner qualify for governor race

The three were among those who paid the $8,480 fee Tuesday to qualify for the race

by News Service of Florida June 9, 2026June 9, 2026

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Florida gas prices continue to dip

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said “significant progress” had been made on a potential ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

by News Service of Florida June 8, 2026June 8, 2026

Florida News

Florida schools directed to add AI to internet safety policies

All districts already have an “Internet Safety” policy in place, and now the DOE is requiring districts to amend the policy to include AI

by News Service of Florida June 8, 2026June 8, 2026

Florida News

Florida expected to see record Memorial Day weekend traffic

Despite gas prices being at a four-year high, AAA anticipates a record 2.7 million Floridians will take to the roads for Memorial Day

by News Service of Florida May 20, 2026May 20, 2026

Florida News

Florida gas average still over $4 ahead of busy Memorial Day weekend

The pump average in Florida is approaching its 50th consecutive day over the $4 mark

by News Service of Florida May 18, 2026May 18, 2026

Florida News

DeSantis signs law to arm ‘guardians’ on Florida college campuses

The bill was crafted after a shooting at FSU during the 2025 legislative session

by News Service of Florida May 18, 2026May 18, 2026

Florida News

Florida’s AIDS drug program’s future remains unresolved

It faces an uncertain future amid ongoing budget talks between the House and Senate.

by News Service of Florida May 15, 2026May 15, 2026

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Florida unemployment claims soar following Spirit Airlines layoffs

After the layoffs, jobless claims in Florida leapt to the highest total for a single week since last June

by News Service of Florida May 15, 2026May 15, 2026

Orlando Area News

Florida to pause sloth imports after 55 deaths tied to Sloth World

The move is in response to the deaths of 55 sloths from South America, which were tied to a scuttled Sloth World attraction in Orlando.

by News Service of Florida May 13, 2026May 13, 2026

Florida News

DeSantis signs bills to protect pets from animal cruelty

DeSantis said the bills add to the state’s “momentum” of heightened protections for pets and animals.

by News Service of Florida May 12, 2026May 12, 2026

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DeSantis says he’ll sign congressional map ‘as soon as I get it’

Democrats and voting rights groups have announced plans to contest the maps in court once signed

by News Service of Florida April 30, 2026April 30, 2026

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Trump to speak in The Villages this week

While there he’ll highlight some of his policy initiatives

by News Service of Florida April 29, 2026April 29, 2026

Florida News

DeSantis clears the way for church volunteers to carry guns

The measure allows Florida volunteer security guards at houses of worship to carry guns without facing state licensing requirements

by News Service of Florida April 27, 2026April 27, 2026

Florida News

DeSantis launches state funding for flying car hubs

DeSantis previously announced plans to test flying cars in Central Florida

by News Service of Florida April 21, 2026April 21, 2026

Florida News

Florida gas prices expected to rise further as Trump issues blockade in Iran

The average in Orange County was $4.02 a gallon at the start of the week

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