State program secures Bar-B Ranch from development, but key details on acreage, cost, and long-term oversight remain unconfirmed
Democrat Brian Nathan's slim edge in the Treasure Coast-adjacent race may trigger a mandatory machine recount if Florida law deems it 0.5% or less amid a rounding debate.
The Bartow-based panel doubled fresh fruit promotion to $535,000 this fiscal year, targeting airport ads, spring training stadiums and grapefruit influencers to boost sales of storm-damaged oranges and grapefruit.
Cherfilus-McCormick faces 27 counts including alleged theft of $5M in FEMA funds; a Democratic primary challenger was in the room
Emily Gregory's win in Trump's Mar-a-Lago district — part of a two-seat sweep — triggers Democratic endorsements, gubernatorial momentum, and a rare public warning from DeSantis himself
Paige Greenlee defeated Jeffrey Ryner with 7,244 votes to 4,583 and will be sworn in June 19 in Orlando, set to lead the bar serving Treasure Coast attorneys in 2027-28.
Giardino, selected from over 80 applicants, replaces Michael Mortell, who was fired without cause last October in Martin County's seat.
Political newcomer Emily Gregory won the special election for the Palm Beach-area Florida House seat, a victory national Democrats hail as momentum for 2026 midterms.
Senate and House sessions in Tallahassee target Treasure Coast schools by expanding the guardian program to universities, tightening gang penalties and prohibiting diversity initiatives.
