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Florida's minimum wage now $15 an hour. Will it ever go up again?

Florida's minimum wage now $15 an hour. Will it ever go up again?

With the $15 target met, Florida returns to the old way it handled minimum wage increases. When is the next one?
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YWCA South Florida Seeks Part-time Childcare Associate for Court House Program in Broward

YWCA South Florida Seeks Part-time Childcare Associate for Court House Program in Broward

The YWCA South Florida is actively seeking a part-time Childcare Associate for its Drop-In Court House Program in Broward, Florida. This role involves assisting the court care site supervisor in the care and development of children, as well as maintaining the classroom environment. Key responsibilities include planning and teaching activities aligned with the YWCA’s developmentally appropriate framework to foster children's cognitive, social/emotional, physical, and creative skills. The associate will also be responsible for recognizing and mitigating health and safety hazards, protecting children, and nurturing them in a clean and safe teaching environment. The position emphasizes encouraging positive self-image through active listening, responding, and promoting independence, utilizing positive, non-punitive discipline techniques. Additionally, the role requires regular cleaning and maintenance of the classroom and equipment, supporting budget controls through proper material use, and completing timely a...
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Florida Cabinet Approves Terrorism Designations, Facing Immediate Legal Challenge

Florida Cabinet Approves Terrorism Designations, Facing Immediate Legal Challenge

Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet have voted to designate over 90 groups as terrorist organizations, a move that has already prompted a legal challenge. Among the groups labeled for domestic or international terrorism are the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the Muslim Brotherhood, and the anti-fascism movement known as antifa. The designations also include more than 90 foreign organizations already recognized as foreign terrorist organizations by the U.S. government, such as the Venezuelan crime syndicate Tren de Aragua, two Mexican drug cartels, and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran. This decision was made with minimal public comment and no opportunity for public input during the Cabinet meeting. The designations are set to take effect on November 5. CAIR has filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida, arguing that the new law (HB 1471), which became effective July 1, violates the First Amendment and the due process clause of the F...
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FC Barcelona Academy Pro Camps in Florida and Dallas Outline Financial Policies

FC Barcelona Academy Pro Camps in Florida and Dallas Outline Financial Policies

FC Barcelona Academy Pro Camps in Florida and Dallas Outline Financial Policies
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Florida executes elderly inmate for brutal murder of mom

Florida executes elderly inmate for brutal murder of mom

Florida executed Curtis Beasley by lethal injection on Tuesday for the brutal 1995 murder and robbery of 62-year-old mother of three Carolyn Monfort.
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How In God We Trust Went From a Two-Cent Coin to a National Motto

How In God We Trust Went From a Two-Cent Coin to a National Motto

"In God We Trust" stands as a powerful symbol within the fabric of American identity, serving not only as the official motto of the United States b...
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Publix faces customer backlash over an unusual discount policy

Publix faces customer backlash over an unusual discount policy

Publix is facing fresh pushback from shoppers over a discount policy that varies by state.
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Hillsborough County Faces Severe Dengue Outbreak, Receives Aid from Lee County

Hillsborough County Faces Severe Dengue Outbreak, Receives Aid from Lee County

Hillsborough County, Florida, is currently experiencing a significant dengue outbreak, with 170 locally acquired cases reported, accounting for nearly 90% of all such infections in Florida this year. In response to the escalating situation, Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties have each declared local states of emergency. This declaration allows them to access additional resources and mutual aid to combat the spread of the mosquito-borne virus. As part of this regional effort, three mosquito control helicopters from Lee County are scheduled to assist Hillsborough County's mosquito control operations, taking off from Tampa Executive Airport. These specialized aircraft and crews will conduct aerial treatment missions aimed at reducing the mosquito populations responsible for transmitting dengue. State surveillance data further indicates the severity of the outbreak, identifying 17 dengue-positive mosquito pools statewide, with 16 of these located in Hillsborough County and one in neighboring Pasco Coun...
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Upside Foods Faces Legal Setback in Florida Cultivated Meat Ban Challenge

Upside Foods Faces Legal Setback in Florida Cultivated Meat Ban Challenge

Upside Foods Faces Legal Setback in Florida Cultivated Meat Ban Challenge
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Florida Sees Over 10,000 Lightning Strikes in 24 Hours

Florida Sees Over 10,000 Lightning Strikes in 24 Hours

Florida experienced significant lightning activity over the past 24 hours, with 10,102 optical flashes detected by the NOAA GOES East/West GLM satellite system as of September 28, 2026, 6:35:59 PM UTC. This data highlights Florida's status as one of the most lightning-active states in the U.S., averaging 82 thunderstorm days annually. The lightning strikes were mapped in real-time using satellite data, providing a detailed heatmap of activity across the state. Peak thunderstorm activity typically occurs from June through September, driven by warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico and daytime heating. The data underscores the importance of storm awareness and safety for Florida's 22.2 million residents and visitors.
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The 10 states with the most EV chargers as electric car sales rise

The 10 states with the most EV chargers as electric car sales rise

As high gas prices prompted consumers to take a second look at EVs, the number of public chargers in various states increased in the spring of 2026.