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Cathy Carter/WUSFThe restriction on who can collect and deliver petition signatures went too far in limiting the committees’ activities, the judge said. -
Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesImmigrant rights organizations sued the state arguing that its new law conflicts with federal immigration law, and under longstanding Supreme Court precedent, states must bow to federal law in the event of such conflicts.
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The latest vote comes after Attorney General James Uthmeier sent a letter to the city demanding commissioners reverse their decision or face removal from office. -
The interim sheriff is calling for a "forensic audit" of the department following an investigation into that resulted in racketeering charges against Lopez. -
President Donald Trump has said the policy bill fulfills a campaign promise to end older Americans' taxes on Social Security. A quirk in Senate rules prevents that, but it is still a significant accomplishment. -
Nearly two years after an unprecedented die-off of endangered smalltooth sawfish, scientists are still investigating conditions that caused the deaths and how to better predict and prevent future outbreaks. -
The Legislature considers such "claim bills" each year because of the state’s sovereign immunity laws, which generally shield government agencies from liability for negligence. This year, nine were enacted. -
Tuesday’s decision came hours after several religious leaders from across the state marched to the Capitol to call on Gov. Ron DeSantis to pause executions. -
Pinellas and Sarasota counties earned A’s, while Polk was the only district to improve its grade. Factors used to determine grades include state testing in English, math, science and social studies and grad rates. -
A land conservancy buys a conservation easement adjacent to AP Ranch, a property with confirmed Florida panther activity. The deal allows the ranch's work to continue while prohibiting development. -
Florida may carry out more executions in 2025 than in any other year in recent history. Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed nine death warrants so far. Seven have been carried out. -
On "Florida Matters," WUSF reporters Meghan Bowman and Douglas Soule explain what Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed and what survived, as well as new laws you might want to know about. -
An endangered Florida panther was found dead after trying to cross busy Interstate 75 in Pasco County, officials said. -
Drift will encompass approximately 1,500 square feet underneath the existing canopy and offer seating for 26 guests. Lounge areas around the structure will seat up to 50 people.
