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Democratic political group launches new push to shape AI agenda ahead of 2028

Democratic political group launches new push to shape AI agenda ahead of 2028

A Democratic political group is launching a new push to find ways to meet voters' concerns about artificial intelligence ahead of the 2028 presidential election

Map shows Florida has high flu activity. What about South Florida?

Map shows Florida has high flu activity. What about South Florida?

A nationwide flu tracking initiative shows that Florida has a particularly high rate of activity.

Palm Beach County Landscaping Sector Shows Stability with 176 Businesses, Majority Long-Standing

Palm Beach County Landscaping Sector Shows Stability with 176 Businesses, Majority Long-Standing

Palm Beach County Landscaping Sector Shows Stability with 176 Businesses, Majority Long-Standing

Florida Seeks Federal Aid After Severe Flooding

Florida Seeks Federal Aid After Severe Flooding

Florida is seeking federal disaster assistance following a historic rainfall event from 1 to 3 November 2026, which caused widespread flash flooding across nine counties, including Brevard, DeSoto, and Palm Beach. Some areas, such as Brevard County, received an estimated 25 to 30 inches of rain, leading to inundated homes, damaged infrastructure, and emergency rescues. Senator Ashley Moody has urged President Trump to approve Governor DeSantis’s request for an expedited emergency declaration to provide immediate relief. The request includes individual assistance, debris removal, emergency protective measures, and funding through the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.

Florida Governor-elect Byron Donalds Outlines Higher Education Priorities, Emphasizing Economic Mobility and Free Speech

Florida Governor-elect Byron Donalds Outlines Higher Education Priorities, Emphasizing Economic Mobility and Free Speech

Florida Governor-elect Byron Donalds recently addressed the State University System Board of Governors 2026 Trustee Summit, where he detailed his vision for the state's higher education system. Donalds underscored the importance of maintaining Florida's No. 1 ranking in higher education by U.S. News & World Report, viewing it as a responsibility rather than an achievement to rest upon. He stressed that universities should prioritize students' economic futures, aiming for higher education to be a pathway to upward mobility instead of a source of lifelong debt. Donalds also advocated for universities to foster civil discourse and protect free speech, praising the state's performance-based funding model. Furthermore, he highlighted the need for Florida degrees to retain intellectual rigor amidst the advancements in artificial intelligence and for state universities to continue attracting top faculty and securing research grants. His views align closely with those of Governor Ron DeSantis, focusing on preparin...

Governor-elect Byron Donalds Urged to Prioritize Florida Conservation Efforts

Governor-elect Byron Donalds Urged to Prioritize Florida Conservation Efforts

Florida's Governor-elect Byron Donalds is being called upon by conservationists to make environmental preservation a cornerstone of his governorship. Joe Murphy, a native Floridian, nature writer, and conservationist, penned an open letter emphasizing that Florida's ecological future is at a critical juncture due to rapid population growth and development. Murphy urges Donalds to lead efforts in acquiring and managing lands for conservation, fully funding programs like Florida Forever, and enhancing state parks. The letter highlights the intertwined relationship between Florida's environment and its economy, stressing that a healthy environment provides essential services such as clean air and water, flood control, thriving fisheries, and supports the state's vital tourism industry. Murphy also calls for the Governor-elect to embrace scientific foundations for policy decisions, particularly concerning adaptation and resiliency in the face of climate change and sea-level rise. The appeal underscores the nee...

Florida city says it will not host St Patrick's Day parade, Pride event due to anti-diversity law

Florida city says it will not host St Patrick's Day parade, Pride event due to anti-diversity law

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, Nov 11 (Reuters) - A city in Florida said it will not host its annual St. Patrick's Day Parade or Pride event in 2027 due to a state law signed by Republican Governor Ron DeSantis that prohibits local governments ‌from promoting or funding diversity initiatives.

Corruption is Trump's weak spot. Both parties are coming for it | Opinion

Corruption is Trump's weak spot. Both parties are coming for it | Opinion

Exit polls show corruption was a major issue that drove midterm voters. Now Sen. Jon Ossoff and Gov. Ron DeSantis are seizing on it ahead of 2028.

What could Amendment 3 mean for Miami-Dade County?

What could Amendment 3 mean for Miami-Dade County?

Florida's Amendment 3 passed — as a result, Miami-Dade County estimates that it could lose more than $300 million in revenue next year.

Vance, Rubio, Ossoff and Buttigieg lead 2028 White House hopefuls, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Vance, Rubio, Ossoff and Buttigieg lead 2028 White House hopefuls, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

By Tim Reid and Jason Lange WASHINGTON, Nov 12 (Reuters) - Four potential contenders in the 2028 race for the White House have caught American voters' attention with their early jockeying: Republicans JD Vance and Marco Rubio and Democrats Jon Ossoff and Pete Buttigieg, according to the latest

Less than half Americans excited for 2028 presidential election, poll finds

Less than half Americans excited for 2028 presidential election, poll finds

A recent CNN/SSRS poll found that less than half of Americans are "looking forward to" the upcoming presidential election in 2028.

New poll shows Rubio, Ossoff as leading 2028 election hopefuls

New poll shows Rubio, Ossoff as leading 2028 election hopefuls

A Reuters/Ipsos poll a week after midterm elections shows which politicians are leading 2028 presidential election hopefuls.