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Florida aids Israel Florida is aiding Israel under a directive by Gov. DeSantis by helping send drones, body armor, weapons, and ammo. While declaring unequivocal support for Israel’s right to self-defense, Florida Democratic Party Chair...

The weather is bearable in Tampa Bay, which means more opportunities to get outside. Local officials have a new initiative to help residents do just that, and Forest Turbiville was in studio at WMNF-Tampa 88.5-FM...

Drones, body armor, weapons and ammunition are among supplies sent to Israel with assistance from Florida.

The legislative session starts in 2024, and concerned Sarasota citizens and community leaders had a chance to speak to their representatives.

A bill calls for Florida to study expanding Medicaid to cover people ages 18 to 26 who might not otherwise be able to have health insurance.

AG Ashley Moody’s office has asked an appeals court to overturn a block of a Florida constitutional amendment restricting lobbying.

An increase in the forecast for the citrus growing season means a little more juice in the budget for the Department of Citrus.

The National Flood Insurance Program paid $4.38 billion for more than 47,000 claims filed after last year’s Hurricane Ian.

Mass shooting suspect at large At least 22 people are dead and dozens more wounded in a mass shooting overnight in Lewiston, Maine and the suspected gunman is still at large. Last night’s shooting was...

Elementary school students in Connecticut have raised money for sea turtles. The turtles are being rehabilitated in Florida.

Gov. Ron DeSantis urged the Florida Supreme Court to reject a challenge to his suspension of Orlando-area State Attorney Monique Worrell.

Learn what to consider in making your Medicare healthcare enrollment decision for 2023 with our experts from Florida SHINE.