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Published on Apr 25, 2025

Top Florida Democrat Says the Party is 'Dead,' Eyes Independent Gov. Run

Florida Senate Minority Leader Jason Pizzo stunned colleagues Thursday by announcing on the Senate floor that he is leaving the Democratic Party and registering with no party affiliation. Why It Matters The Democrats have continued to reel following former …

Source: Newsweek - Left-wing
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Florida Senate Leader Jason Pizzo breaks away from the Democratic party

Florida's Senate Minority Leader Jason Pizzo is stepping down from his position, saying "The Democratic party in Florida is dead." Pizzo, who represents parts of Broward and Miami-Dade counties, said Thursday that he will instead be changing …

Source: WLRN - Florida - Public Broadcaster
Published on Apr 24, 2025

Hope Florida probe ends in no-shows. The work is just beginning, Chair says

Key officials with ties to the Hope Florida scandal were no-shows to testify at a House panel, prompting it to end in less than 10 minutes. But Republican Rep. Alex Andrade issued a stern rebuke to Gov. Ron DeSantis, Attorney General James Uthmeier, the …

Source: Florida Politics - Neutral
Published on Apr 25, 2025

EXCLUSIVE: Gov. Ron DeSantis claims Hope Florida controversy ‘debunked’ as House panel ends inquiry

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis continued their statewide tour advocating for Hope Florida in St Augustine on Thursday. The event happened just after a Florida House subcommittee announced it would end an inquiry …

Source: WJAX - Florida - Neutral
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Proposed Florida legislation threatens local tourism funding and jobs

Two proposed bills in the Florida legislature threaten to eliminate local tourism funding, putting local service-related jobs at risk. In Putnam County, tourism officials told Action News Jax the bills could be detrimental to a county working to become a …

Source: WJAX - Florida - Neutral
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Health care for illegal immigrants costs Florida taxpayers nearly $660 million, according to report

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Your taxpayer dollars are being used to cover unpaid medical bills for undocumented immigrants in Florida. That is according to a new state report, which shows those individuals racked up nearly $660 million in healthcare costs last …

Source: WJAX - Florida - Neutral
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Florida lawmakers end investigation of $10 million payment to Hope Florida Foundation

A Florida House of Representatives subcommittee is ending its investigation into a $10 million payment from a 2024 Medicaid overbilling settlement to the foundation linked to Hope Florida, the welfare assistance program started by First Lady Casey DeSantis …

Source: WESH 2 - Florida - Neutral
Published on Apr 25, 2025

‘This is a big issue’: Senate passes bill mandating access to minors’ social media messages

A bill meant to protect minors from online predators by allowing more access to their social media messages is bound for the House after clearing the Legislature’s upper chamber with bipartisan support. Senators voted 34-3 for SB 868, which would require …

Source: Florida Politics - Neutral
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Florida Bill Could Let Homeowners Shoot Down Low-Flying Drones

A proposed bill making its way through the Florida Senate would allow homeowners to use “reasonable force” to stop drones conducting surveillance within 500 feet of their property. Senate Bill 1422 builds on Florida's current "Freedom from …

Source: AVweb - Pending
Published on Apr 25, 2025

WATCH: Senate minority leader Jason Pizzo announced he is leaving the Democratic party in Senate floor speech

TALLAHASSEE, Fla — Senate Minority Leader Jason Pizzo has announced that he is leaving the Democratic Party. Pizzo announced on the Senate floor Thursday and declared he would become nonparty affiliated (NPA) and said the Democratic Party in Florida is …

Source: WFTS Tampa Bay - Florida - Neutral
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Full Episode: Republican lawmakers trade barbs on sales tax cut, and a top Florida Democrat leaves the party

Florida Senate Minority Leader Jason Pizzo announced his departure from the Democratic Party, and Republican lawmakers trade barbs on a potential sales tax cut. Florida lawmakers won't have a budget before the planned end of session After weeks of …

Source: Spectrum Bay News 9 - Florida - Pending
Published on Apr 25, 2025

A political power play at Broward College | Editorial

A political power play at Broward College threatens to undermine the mission of a respected educational institution and raises new questions about excessive partisan meddling in higher education in Florida. It already happened at the University of Florida …

Source: South Florida Sun Sentinel - Pending
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Florida House wraps Hope Florida investigation

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida House ended its probe Thursday into Hope Florida, a welfare assistance program First Lady Casey DeSantis established in 2021. What You Need To Know The House subcommittee investigating is no longer meeting The House Speaker …

Source: Spectrum Bay News 9 - Florida - Pending
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Florida Sports Betting 2025: Top 10 FL Sportsbooks Online

Florida has always been a powerhouse in the world of sports, from legendary college programs to championship-winning pro teams. So, it’s no surprise that Florida sports betting has taken off with the same kind of energy and competition. We explored dozens …

Source: Detroit Metro Times - Michigan - Left-wing
Published on Apr 25, 2025

AP wins 2025 Collier Prize for State Government Accountability

Press Release | Collier Prize for State Government Accountability This year’s winner of the $25,000 Collier Prize for State Government Accountability is The Associated Press for its series, “Prison to Plate: Profiting off America’s Captive Workforce.” It …

Source: Editor and Publisher - Neutral
Published on Apr 24, 2025

Florida lawmakers headed to overtime amid budget disagreement

TALLAHASSEE — With the Senate and House unable to reach agreement on tax cuts and spending, lawmakers will not finish negotiations on a new state budget in time to end the legislative session as scheduled next week. Senate President Ben Albritton, R- …

Source: Tampa Bay Times - Florida - Center-left
Published on Apr 24, 2025

Florida legislative leaders say session will run long after budget negotiations stall

Florida’s legislative session is now expected to run longer than planned due to stalled budget negotiations. That standoff has led to fiery exchanges between the House and Senate leaders. On the floor Thursday, Senate President Ben Albritton said he …

Source: Central Florida Public Media - Public Broadcaster
Published on Apr 24, 2025

Florida A&M trustees clash over school's embattled presidential search

Florida A&M University's presidential search is facing scrutiny amid allegations of irregularities. Some trustees called for a pause to the search and an independent investigation, but the motion failed. Four finalists are proceeding with campus …

Source: Tallahassee Democrat - Florida - Pending
Published on Apr 24, 2025

Orlando baseball effort says it has secured $1.5 billion to bring Rays to Central Florida

Orlando’s ongoing effort to lure the Tampa Bay Rays, or perhaps a Major League Baseball expansion team to Central Florida, gained major traction Thursday with the announcement that $1.5 billion in funding has been pledged to attract an MLB team and build a …

Source: Orlando Sentinel - Florida - Neutral

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

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Published on April 21, 2025 - 22:16 GMT

Attorney General Bonta Defends FCC Order Capping the Cost of Phone and Video Call Rates for Incarcerated People and ...

OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today, as part of a multistate coalition, filed an amicus brief in support of the Federal Communication Commission’s (FCC) order capping the cost of phone and video call rates for incarcerated people and …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Following Telnyx’s NAL Response, FCC Supports Reinstating Telnyx to the Industry Traceback Group

Austin, TX, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Telnyx LLC, a leading provider of real-time communications and connectivity solutions, today commended the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for recommending Telnyx’s immediate reinstatement to the …

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Published on April 14, 2025 - 01:43 GMT

FCC Victorville Prison Law Enforcment Officers Hospitalized After Drug Exposure

VICTORVILLE , CA, UNITED STATES, April 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Bureau of Prisons' continued failure to protect its staff has resulted in six officers being hospitalized and four officers treated on-site and released in just …

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Published on April 14, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Village Farms International Announces Favorable Amendment to FCC Credit Agreement

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Village Farms International, Inc. (“Village Farms” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VFF) today announced that it has favorably amended a credit agreement with one of its term lenders, resulting in …

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Published on April 11, 2025 - 16:53 GMT

FCC Victorville Prison Staff Members Hospitalized After Drug Exposure

VICTORVILLE , CA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Two staff members at the United States Penitentiary Victorville were rushed to a local hospital on Wednesday evening, April 9, 2025, after exposure to an unknown substance. …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 19:56 GMT

Consumer Alert: Watch Out for Scam Calls Directed at Chinese Speakers

Monday, April 14, 2025 The Department of Justice is urging North Carolina’s Chinese-American community to be wary of robocalls from scammers speaking Chinese and pretending to be government officials, law enforcement officers, or health care workers. Our …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 18:41 GMT

Consumer Alert: Watch Out for Scam Calls Directed at Chinese Speakers

Monday, April 14, 2025 The Department of Justice is urging North Carolina’s Chinese-American community to be wary of robocalls from scammers speaking Chinese and pretending to be government officials, law enforcement officers, or health care workers. Our …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 03:27 GMT

H.R. 1618, Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act

H.R. 1618 would require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to review its rules concerning fixed, mobile, and earth exploration satellite service and recommend changes that would promote precision agriculture. The bill would require the FCC to …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 15:29 GMT

Pennsylvania Dental Association honors Rep. Greg Scott

HARRISBURG, PA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 26, the Pennsylvania Dental Association (PDA) presented Rep. Greg Scott with the Kay F. Thompson Outstanding Legislator Award during its annual business meeting at the …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 15:07 GMT

Former Prime Minister’s Adviser Highlights the Power of Journalists in Policy Change

LONDON, GREAT LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Beatrice Timpson, a former Special Adviser to the Prime Minister and multiple Secretaries of State, shares unique insights into the often-underestimated influence of …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 15:04 GMT

CCHF Calls on President Trump to Withdraw May 7 REAL ID Enforcement Deadline

Citizens' Council for Health Freedom (CCHF) Sends Letter Urging Rescission of Federal REAL ID Rules ST. PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the May 7th REAL ID deadline looming, Citizens’ Council for Health …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 14:12 GMT

300 Pastors, Rabbis, and Faith Leaders Unite to Rally Support for Israel and Jewish People in Congress

300 Pastors, Rabbis, and Faith Leaders Unite to Rally Support for Israel and Jewish People in Congress from Monday, May 5, through Wednesday, May 7, 2025. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Three hundred …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

Adam D’Angelo to lead Acuity’s Technology Solutions Group

Technology leader D’Angelo joins government IT consulting firm Acuity as Vice President of Technology Solutions RESTON, VA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acuity, Inc. today announced technology leader Adam D’Angelo has …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Center for Public Sector AI Launches AI 50 to Recognize Top State and Local Government Innovators

New annual list celebrates leaders and organizations using AI to deliver smarter, more impactful public services SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Center for Public Sector AI (CPSAI), a division of e. …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Following TAKE IT DOWN Act Passage, Skyll to Help Enforce Children’s Rights

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. House of Representatives today passed the bipartisan TAKE IT DOWN Act, establishing a national requirement for social media platforms to remove non-consensual intimate images, …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

TravelingWiki Hailed as Hero; Profiled in Polish Media and Lauded Alongside Leading Athletes & Media at NFL Draft

TravelingWiki Meets Extensively with Leading Athletes & Sports Media as Part of Extensive Work Surrounding NFL Draft and Great Lakes Collectors Convention GREEN BAY, WI, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During a week of …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 06:15 GMT

DJC Law Releases Report on Inequities in Post-Accident Recovery for Underserved Communities

Study Reveals Barriers and Solutions for Marginalized Accident Victims in Austin. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DJC Law releases a report detailing systemic inequities in post-accident recovery for underserved car and …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 13:01 GMT

The Leader’s Floor Lookout: Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Here’s what to watch for on the House Floor today: Keeping Recreation Opportunities Available in the Glen Canyon Recreation Area Under the Biden-Harris Administration, the National Park Service issued a rule prohibiting the use of Off Road Vehicles (ORVs …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 12:31 GMT

Workers Memorial Day 2025 - Fight for Our Lives: Safe Jobs Now!

More than 50 years ago, Congress passed the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) on April 28, 1971, promising every worker the right to a safe job—a fundamental right. Working people have fought hard to make that promise a reality, winning …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 11:09 GMT

Scalise’s 100 Days of Trump Recap: House Republicans Deliver America First Wins

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Published on April 28, 2025 - 22:30 GMT

Louisiana Rural Carriers Release Open Letter Urging Speaker Johnson and Congressional Reps to Oppose USPS Privatization

Informational Demonstration in Baton Rouge Part of Growing Movement to Hold Elected Officials Accountable and Defend Rural Jobs and Communities BATON ROUGE, LA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Sunday, April 27, 2025, rural …

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Published on April 28, 2025 - 20:43 GMT

Rep. Danny Alvarez Honored with JBF Second Chance Award at Jack Brewer Foundation Event Celebrating Second Chance Month

Tallahassee Event Highlights Florida’s Efforts to Reduce Recidivism TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Jack Brewer Foundation (JBF), in partnership with NWF Health Network, hosted an impactful dinner …

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Published on April 28, 2025 - 20:40 GMT

FLEOA Supports AG Bondi's Initiative to ‘Make America Safe Again’

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) commends U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi for her recent address to “Make America Safe Again” and to confront the nation…

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Published on April 28, 2025 - 18:00 GMT

Discover Morris County’s Past at the 16th Annual Pathways of History Tour

Explore 30 Historic Sites in 22 Towns During a Free, Family Weekend – May 3–4, 2025 MORRISTOWN, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Pathways of History Tour will return for its 16th year on May 3 and 4, 2025, inviting residents …

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Published on April 28, 2025 - 16:54 GMT

Save Illinois Coalition Moves to Terminate Sanctuary Status in 2026 - April 30th Event Kicks Off Petition Drive

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Save IL Coalition, a newly established bipartisan organization, aims to drive petition signatures to terminate the sanctuary status of the state and city of Chicago during the …

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Published on April 28, 2025 - 16:04 GMT

After Hours Concerts Introduces Military Appreciation Tents in Doswell and Glen Allen, VA

DOSWELL, VA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EventMakers-USA will honor and celebrate the military community with Military Appreciation Tents presented by Metadata Forensics on site at both venues during the 2025 season. These …

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Published on April 28, 2025 - 16:01 GMT

TrueComp Appoints New CEO and CRO to Lead Company’s Next Growth Phase

Executive hires underscore company’s momentum and commitment to smarter government workforce solutions WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TrueComp, the pioneer of compensation analytics technology for …

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Published on April 29, 2025 - 03:24 GMT

#2025-005 – NEWS RELEASE-MONTHLY SIREN AND EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM TEST-MAY 2025

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE KA ʻOIHANA PILI KAUA HAWAIʻI EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY KEʻENA HOʻOMALU PŌULIA O HAWAIʻI JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA MAJOR GENERAL STEPHEN F. LOGAN DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT LUNA HOʻOMALU PŌULIA JAMES DS. BARROS …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 08:06 GMT

Use Your Cell Phone Camera to Help Save U.S. Democracy

Along with more than two million others, I subscribe to a daily newsletter written by historian Heather Cox Richardson (https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/). Richardson meshes her deep knowledge of history with insightful and valuable …

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