Live coverage election day updates from Central Florida.
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Efforts to set the bar to 60% began back in 2004 when the Republican Party controlled the Florida Legislature and amendments were being passed that GOP’s did not support. -
Several local Democratic candidates won their reelection last night, along with some first time wins for county commission and local school board seats. -
All partisan races along the Space Coast county were won by Republicans. -
One of the state’s tax exemptions that reduce the assessed value of houses to save homeowners money on their property taxes will now be adjusted for yearly inflation. -
After months of fighting, Florida's immediate future on abortion has been decided. Amendment 4 failed to reach the threshhold of the needed 60% of votes to pass . Still, amendment supporters vow to continue to fight. -
His predecessor, Bill Posey, served the position for 16 years and sought Haridopolos to take it over for him. -
Results for Key Florida Races, President, Senate, House and Ballot Measures (Amendments). -
Tune in to NPR starting at 7 p.m. ET on Nov. 5 as polls begin to close, and stay with us throughout the night as results come in. -
NPR relies on results and race calls from The Associated Press for presidential races, other federal elections and statewide contests. -
Orange County’s Supervisor of Elections office is trying to spread the word that some voters may need to verify their ballot signature. They have two days after the election to do so.
Latest News: Government & Politics
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Many immigrants settled in areas like Orlando, drawn by the Latino community and job opportunities. -
TSA agents and other essential workers will have to continue work without pay as a government shutdown continues. Without a resolution from Congress, some TSA workers are left with fear and uncertainty about the stability of their jobs and livelihood. -
Brittney Brown, who has studied shorebirds and seabirds in the area of Tyndall Air Force Base in the Panhandle, alleges the firing violated her First Amendment rights. -
The family of the man who died last month riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster is asking others who may have been hurt to come forward with their stories. -
The law contends that SB 180 freezes local land-development regulations, violates home-rule authority and strips the ability of cities and counties to manage their growth. -
The extended contract for SeniorTran, which serves residents of senior apartment complexes, runs out at the end of October. -
The laws range from changes in how mentally ill people are treated in the criminal-justice system to requiring landlords to disclose information about flood risks and more. -
Miami Dade College's president emeritus tells WLRN the land — valued at more than $67 million — was meant to expand the college in downtown. Trustees just gave it away for a Trump library and hotel after a request from Gov. Ron DeSantis. -
In challenging the decision this week, the city contended that the Florida Department of Commerce overstepped its legal authority. -
The unanimous vote of the County Commission came after many residents spoke out against the idea, citing Kirk's views and comments as divisive. -
The U.S. military started attacking boats off the coast of Venezuela on Sept. 2, killing 17 people in what leaders say is an effort to thwart drug smuggling. Trump has focused on Venezuela in his second presidency. Experts in crime, drugs and Venezuela say the South American country plays a minor role in trafficking drugs that reach the U.S. -
The increase of 5 cents per gallon would have funded resurfacing and freed up other funds for road construction.
