Tag: political leaders

Congressional Democrats in Florida are already railing against potential redistricting efforts. But Republicans in Florida’s congressional delegation don’t show any more appetite for reshaping their district lines either. “I’d like…

The roundups and convictions are part of the ‘Take Back America’ effort instituted by President Donald Trump. Nearly two dozen foreign nationals in North Florida who were previously deported from…

Arkansas began a new fiscal year in July with total tax revenue of $636.8 million, up 3.4% compared with July 2024, and 5% more than the budget estimate, according to…

Miami Beach Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez, who is also running for Mayor, posted a graphic on Facebook showing inaccurate violent crime statistics before quietly deleting the post just hours later.…

People can’t afford homes. Is that Jerome Powell’s fault? With housing prices still remaining out of reach for many would-be buyers, Gov. Ron DeSantis says values are being propped up…

A local hub for entrepreneurs has hired a seasoned executive to lead its next chapter as CEO. Rebecca Brown has been appointed to the top role at the Tampa Bay…

Florida homeowners can once again apply for the My Safe Florida Home program, a key initiative that helps residents strengthen their homes against hurricane damage. The reopening comes as experts…

The University of Central Florida is investigating an engineering faculty member accused of requiring his students to make bear deterrents for a class project then using some of their work…

Simmons First National Corp. announced Monday (Aug. 4) that George Makris, Jr. will retire as Chairman and CEO of the company and Simmons Bank at the end of 2025. Jay…

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