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Matt Gaetz report will be released today; CBS News says he violated state laws The man accused of fatally shooting the CEO of UnitedHealthcare is expected to be arraigned in a Manhattan court on state murder and terror charges.   A teen’s challenge to a Florida law forbidding transgender girls from playing on girls’ sports teams…

New social media law goes into effect Jan. 1 A new law banning kids under the age of 14 from having social media accounts takes effect in Florida on January 1. Under the law, 14 and 15-year-olds can only open or operate social media accounts with parental permission. Pinellas commissioner flipped vote for Rays stadium…

State officials say the constitution does not mandate ‘comfortable’ prisons Florida corrections officials want a federal judge to toss out a potential class-action lawsuit alleging the state has violated inmates’ rights because of hot conditions at a Miami-Dade County prison. Amazon workers go on strike days before Christmas AP reports that workers from seven Amazon…

Pinellas commissioners approve bonds for new Rays stadium After a delay, the commissioners have approved the new Rays stadium. It will be a 1.3 billion-dollar stadium. Student organization files lawsuit against USF Students filed a lawsuit that their rights were taken away and that USF is a hostel campus for students. First responders help families…

Delay Expansion of Children’s Health Care Florida seeks delay due to Biden administration. Expansion of kid care can help children with complex issues. Probation for St. Pete Uhuru group A federal judge sentenced three members to probation and community service. Push to end Dreamer Bill in Tallahassee Legislators in Tallahassee want to end the Dreamer…

Get the latest updates on Florida lawmakers and their actions. From open-carry bills to transgender prison policies, stay informed on the latest legal developments.

Get the latest updates on Florida lawmakers and their actions. From open-carry bills to transgender prison policies, stay informed on the latest legal developments.

St. Pete nonprofit spreads awareness of HIV in honor of World AIDS Day A St. Petersburg nonprofit is spreading the word about HIV prevention and treatments. Hearing set for case involving committee responsible for Amendment 4 A judge will hear arguments in January over a dispute involving the state’s attempt to impose a $328 thousand…