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Florida asked a federal judge to speed up a final ruling in a high-stakes case about permitting authority for projects that affect wetlands.

coastal communities are promoting beach safety guidelines to ensure beachgoers have a safe and enjoyable experience.

The Florida bill would bar cities and counties from allowing people to sleep in places such as public buildings and in public rights of way.

Healthcare bills were formally sent to Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday after almost unanimously passing the Legislature.

After a law judge recommended denying a permit for a new Interstate 95 interchange, the St. Johns River Water Management moved forward with the permit.

Tampa Bay Times reporter Justin Garcia appeared on the Tuesday Cafe with Sean March 12 to discuss how the Tampa fire chief called the police when he requested the personnel records of a firefighter who...

Sharon Streater has led a fascinating life. She met Mother Teresa, marched with Cesar Chavez and even dressed as a soup can to call attention to farmworker issues. But perhaps her greatest, sustained impact has...

The National Flood Insurance Program has paid out $364 million to cover damage to homes and businesses from 2023's Hurricane Idalia.

The Florida Department of Education is preparing to develop a rule related to oversight of charter schools.

Vaccine therapy and inflammation concerns have recently come into the spotlight, especially with the roll-out of the COVID-19 vaccine. The potential occurrence of brain inflammation in both children and adults post-vaccination has been a focal...

Discussion by college leaders about fostering diversity on campuses, and, join the awareness campaign during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

The Florida budget includes money for more than 1,500 programs and projects that lawmakers want to bring back to their communities.