TALLAHASSEE (CBSMiami/NSF) – Decrying it as cruel and mean-spirited, Catholic leaders, business owners and Cuban-American emigrés on Thursday castigated Gov. Ron DeSantis for shutting down
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Rep. Wasserman Schultz Meets With Human Trafficking Prevention Advocates To Raise Public Awareness
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – Lawmakers are doing their part to crackdown on human trafficking. Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz met with human trafficking prevention advocates on Thursday
Florida Lawmakers Pass Emergency Fund For Governor DeSantis
TALLAHASSEE (CBSMiami/NSF) — A pool of ready cash Gov. Ron DeSantis could dip into when he declares emergencies is headed to his desk. The House
Florida House Backs Controversial Bill On School Books, Term Limits
TALLAHASSEE (CBSMiami/NSF) — The Florida House on Thursday passed a measure aimed at increasing scrutiny of school library books and instructional materials, while also backing
DeSantis Takes Aim At Senate Environmental Proposal
TALLAHASSEE (CBSMiami/NSF) — Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday opposed a controversial Senate budget bill that critics say could affect Everglades restoration. But Senate President Wilton
Florida Abortion Limit Headed To Full House
TALLAHASSEE (CBSMiami/NSF) — A proposal that would prohibit doctors from performing abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy is poised for consideration by the full Florida
Nursing Home Staffing Changes Backed In Florida Senate
TALLAHASSEE (CBSMiami/NSF) — Pointing to a shortage of certified nursing assistants, a Senate panel Thursday gave initial approval to a proposal that would revise nursing-home
Florida House Passes COVID-19 Legal Protections
TALLAHASSEE (CBSMiami/NSF) — With the state still grappling with the coronavirus pandemic, the Florida House on Thursday gave final approval to a bill that would
Florida High Court Turns Down DeSantis Redistricting Request
TALLAHASSEE (CBSMiami/AP) — The Florida Supreme Court has turned down a request by Gov. Ron DeSantis in which he asked for an advisory opinion about
Florida House Backs Condo Requirements After Surfside Collapse
TALLAHASSEE (CBSMiami/NSF) – With the sponsor saying the changes are “long overdue,” the Florida House started moving forward Thursday with a plan for new condominium