Apr 16-22, 2025
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Orlando attorney caught up in DeSantis’ Hope Florida fiasco is on the state payroll
Attorney Jeff Aaron has represented public sector clients while also weighing in on cases involving alleged violations of labor law as a public official.
Florida bill requiring parental consent for STD treatment, birth control heads to Senate floor
Reproductive rights advocates, Democrats, and some Republicans oppose the bill, saying it could restrict access to treatment for minors who can’t trust their parents
Senate won’t confirm two of DeSantis’s top health care secretaries with Hope Florida ties
Of the more than 200 gubernatorial appointees for the Senate to consider this session, roughly 150 are still awaiting action, says Sen. Don Gaetz
Florida lawmakers consider bill to keep secret their home addresses, phone numbers
Government watchdogs say it may lead to reduced accountability and unnecessarily infringes on the public’s right to records
The Imperial returns to Winter Park at a new location
The move marks a return and a reset
Florida Republican doubles down on false claim that Florida has state OSHA
Rep. Shane Abbott needs to take a look at a copy of the Florida Statutes that’s less than 25 years old.
Florida Senate unlikely to reverse gun-buying age law following FSU shooting
Passidomo said the decision against taking up the House bill was made before the shooting Thursday at Florida State University that killed two people and injured six others
Trump appoints Florida Republican Joe Gruters to Homeland Security Council
His alliance with Trump dates back to when he was named co-chair of Trump’s first presidential campaign in Florida in 2015
Federal judge extends block on Florida immigration law following arrest of U.S. citizen
U.S. District Court Judge Kathleen Williams expressed frustration about the arrests of Lopez-Gomez and others
After FSU shooting, Florida Republican proud to have voted against ‘moronic campus carry bill’
Sen. Ileana Garcia joined with Democratic Sens. Jason Pizzo, Mack Bernard, and Carlos Guillermo Smith in opposing the proposal
Florida State University shooting suspect identified as son of sheriff’s deputy
Two people were killed and six others were injured Thursday
Florida House passes bill to restore citizens’ gun rights during local state of emergency
Democratic Rep. Gottlieb said he believed the bill carried ‘wide-ranging implications that could endanger us in society’
Casey DeSantis’ Hope Florida Foundation could lose tax status, legislator warns
Rep. Andrade’s warning came during a rancorous public comment portion of a meeting derailed by Nazi symbols, racial slurs and pornography
Orlando now has nine Michelin-starred restaurants. Now that’s ROI!
Orlando now has nine Michelin-starred restaurants. Now that’s ROI!
Branded Content
Worth the Squeeze! Orlando Has a Pro Pickleball Team — And You Can Catch Them in Action Next Week!
Meet the Orlando Squeeze: Orlando’s Pickleball Powerhouse
Florida bill rolling back child labor protections advances; critics say it’s unnecessary
There’s already a waiver system in place to allow older teens to work more.
Florida band Flipturn play a two-night stand at the House of Blues this week and they’ve got new songs to share
Giving burnout a run for her money
Hope Florida Foundation releases records while executive director resigns amid probe
DeSantis has criticized the probe as a ‘hoax’ even as some House Republicans have questioned the legality of transactions
Defying DeSantis, House votes to limit governor’s influence over hiring university presidents
The governor, visibly frustrated by its momentum, promised to swiftly veto the legislation if it passes the Senate
Orlando concert calendar: Flipturn, YEEK, Ottmar Liebert + Luna Negra, George Clanton and more
Live music around town, April 17-22
SZA co-signed rapper Lexa Gates brings ‘Elite Vessel’ tour to Orlando this weekend
This Orlando show is one of only a small handful of U.S. dates
Conduit gets racy with themed ‘Baldur’s Gay’ burlesque show this weekend
Saucy elves, warrior priests, wizards, gnomes and dwarves — but make it sexy
Troma’s touring Hands Across Tromerica film fest comes to Aloma Cinema Grill this weekend
Troma’s Babette Bombshell and more will be in the building!
We went to a Poppy concert at Orlando’s House of Blues and now we’re gay
It says so on the official tour merch — case closed
Florida House unanimously passes bill to protect state parks from development of pickleball courts, hotels
The measure follows outrage felt across the board last summer after the Florida Department of Environmental Protection proposed to construct lodges, pickleball courts and more in state parks
Florida House panel advances proposal to tax all hemp-derived THC products at 15%
The measure is one of two regarding regulation of hemp-derived THC products that were approved unanimously in the House Budget Committee
Chairman of Casey DeSantis’ Hope Florida Foundation says ‘mistakes were made’ with records, finances
The chair’s comments come amid a widening probe into the nonprofit’s receipt of $10 million from state Medicaid giant
Florida Senate advances proposal that would reduce tax revenue by $1.83 billion
A Senate leader Tuesday said he remains optimistic an agreement can be reached before the end of the legislative session
Orlando Girls Rock Camp want ‘Youth to the Front’ during weekend all-ages show at Will’s Pub
Catnap, Sux 2 Be Us, Soft and Walled City play
Central Florida industrial-metal legends Genitorturers bring the BDSM fury to Conduit
It’s Easter Eve, so bring out the ‘has risen’ puns
Central Florida Earth Day returns to the great outdoors at Lake Eola this weekend
Show some love to Mother Nature downtown
Loose Touch, Loris and TV Dinner make for a night of top-level Florida sounds at Will’s Pub
Loose Touch look to dispel mystery musically
Ready or not, legendary norteño family band Los Tigres del Norte are coming to Orlando
The band’s popularity proves the Mexican perspective is a proud part of America
Iconoclastic rapper Kool Keith brings his Punk Rap Tour into Will’s Pub this week
Expect the unexpected when it comes to Kool Keith
True crime fans, your leaders Ashley Flowers and Brit Prawat of the ‘Crime Junkie’ Podcast come to Orlando this week
The podcast crew comes to Orlando as part of an 18-city U.S. tour
Lorelei wine bar open in Mills 50 | A second location for Deeply Coffee | I-Drive’s Hanamizuki has closed
Food and drink news from all over Orlando
Orlando weekend agenda: Nick Swardson, History After Dark: Spring Fling, Modern House Tour + more
Fun stuff to keep you busy
With its Florida-centric fare, The Chapman taps into the history of Winter Park
Not since a sinkhole swallowed an entire city block has there been this significant an opening in Winter Park.
Orlando rockers Magnolia Park play a vampy homecoming show at the Beacham
Hot Milk, South Arcade and Savage Hands support
Actor and activist Mia Farrow comes to Orlando for FFF screening of her first film, ‘Rosemary’s Baby’
‘I knew it was risky,’ she says of her collaboration with Polanski, Cassavetes and Gordon
What to watch this week: Series premieres of ‘Government Cheese’ and ‘Pangolin: Kulu’s Journey’
Plus many more new movies and shows on Netflix, Peacock, Prime Video and the rest
