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Gov. Ron DeSantis/FacebookFlorida cities and counties are facing new limits after Gov. Ron DeSantis signed laws targeting DEI programs and some climate policies. Here’s what changed. -
Julia Demaree Nikhinson/APFlorida Governor Ron DeSantis claims diversity, equity, and inclusion programs discriminate against white men. On Wednesday, he signed legislation banning local governments from funding or promoting DEI initiatives.
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State law requires all county correctional facilities to temporarily house ICE detainees. -
A swamp fire in Lake County is under control but is expected to spew smoke for a few weeks. -
The Osceola County elections supervisor said new maps, which are being decided at a special legislative session next week, could strain counties, confuse voters, and reduce turnout. -
Small and local businesses in Orlando will get an advantage when bidding on city contracts under policy approved Monday. The initiative follows a similar Orange County program. -
The U.S. Forest Service is expected to decide soon on the request from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. -
The animals, highly susceptible to illness when removed from their habitat, have been kept in a warehouse. More than 31 have died. -
Florida’s SNAP restrictions went into effect today. Here’s what you can’t buy.
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The incident is the latest eyebrow-raising bet on Polymarket, as allegations of rigging and manipulation continue to haunt the popular prediction market site. -
The treatment, developed by Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, is for a very rare form of deafness. But it represents a medical milestone. -
The cuts follow losses in two pivotal court cases and the company's push to invest in artificial intelligence. -
The soaring cost of jet fuel is forcing European airlines to cancel tens of thousands of flights, while energy authorities warned of a possible jet fuel shortage if supplies aren't replenished soon. -
The White House Correspondents' Dinner will be headlined by a mentalist instead of a comedian. Oz Pearlman tells NPR he hopes to unify, delight and puzzle the crowd — but can't reveal how. -
The rising country star Ella Langley rules both the album and song charts this week, but Justin Bieber also sees a rise in popularity following his nostalgic performance at Coachella.
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