Joe Byrnes
ReporterJoe Byrnes came to Central Florida Public Media from the Ocala Star-Banner and The Gainesville Sun, where he worked as a reporter and editor for several years. Joe graduated from Loyola University in New Orleans and turned to journalism after teaching. He enjoys freshwater fishing and family gatherings.
Please feel free to contact Joe at jbyrnes@cfpublic.org.
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The changes, which would take effect in the fiscal year beginning October 2027, would help offset the GOP’s proposed $4.9 trillion in federal tax cuts. -
But county officials continue to urge fire safety practices and awareness of your surroundings when burning because there is still the potential for wildfires to develop. -
The Immigration Enforcement Operations Plan proposes rapid construction of detention facilities, Florida National Guard JAG officers acting as immigration judges, and deportation flights using Florida contractors. -
As Central Florida’s commuter rail turns 11, it’s begun to study a major expansion costing billions of dollars. -
As Central Florida’s commuter rail turns 11, it’s begun to study a major expansion costing billions of dollars.
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Working with historic preservation grants and private donations, a nonprofit hopes to complete the restoration this year -- along with a community center near the building. -
The governor said Republican House leaders are joining the media and Democrats in "launching baseless smears" against him, the first lady and her foundation. -
Immigration advocates denounced the move, one speaker saying Orlando has become part of the "deportation and disappearing machine." -
At a press conference in Ocala, the heart of thoroughbred country in Florida, the governor said he’s waiting to see how those bills unfold. -
Senate Bill 408 would allow Gulfstream Park in Broward County and Tampa Bay Downs to keep their gambling operations even if they discontinue live thoroughbred racing.
