Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., a nominee for Secretary of State, attends the 60th Presidential Inauguration in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Monday, Jan. 20, 2025.
National
9 months ago
Senate confirms Marco Rubio as secretary of state, giving Trump the first member of his Cabinet

The Senate unanimously confirmed Florida Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State with a 99-0 vote, making him the first Latino to hold the position and the first confirmed member of President Trump’s new Cabinet following his return to the White House.

FILE - Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody speaks at a news conference, Jan. 26, 2023, in Miami.
State
9 months ago
Florida Attorney General and UF graduate Ashley Moody will fill Marco Rubio’s Senate seat

The appointment will make Moody only the second woman to represent Florida in the chamber.

Former Florida Gov. Buddy MacKay attends a Florida Law Review lecture series in Gainesville, Florida, on Oct. 12, 2012.
Community
9 months ago
Former Florida governor and Ocala native Buddy MacKay’s funeral scheduled for Jan. 15

Celebration of life to be held at Fort King Presbyterian Church, with donations encouraged in lieu of flowers.

State
10 months ago
Florida’s social media ban for minors set to begin Jan. 1, 2025

The groundbreaking law aims to protect children under 16 from online risks, sparking both praise and legal challenges.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks at a podium flanked by law enforcement and military officials during a press conference.
State
10 months ago
12 new Florida laws to take effect on Jan. 1, 2025

New regulations focus on social media use, voter safeguards, first responder protections, and financial exploitation prevention.

State
11 months ago
Florida governor grants extra holidays for state workers

Governor DeSantis rewards state workers with extra holiday time after a challenging year of hurricanes and emergency responses.

Local
12 months ago
Florida gas prices trend lower after 15 cent hike

Prices have since trended back down, with the current state average at $3.11 per gallon

Local
12 months ago
Florida gas prices near $3 as state average falls 13 cents

AAA says that gas prices are at their lowest levels since January.

State
12 months ago
NASA astronaut remains hospitalized following SpaceX Crew-8 Mission splashdown

NASA astronaut remains hospitalized for observation after SpaceX Crew-8 splashdown; crew evaluations were conducted as a precaution.

Local
1 year ago
Army Corps’ Operation Blue Roof program offers relief to homeowners after storms

The Blue Roof Program by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers helps homeowners who have been affected by storms by giving them temporary roofs. This way, they can stay safe and dry while they wait for permanent repairs to be made.

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