1+ day, 11+ hour ago   (1741+ words) With just over 50 days until a pivotal election, a new political battlefront is emerging in Florida’s most populous county. Is it a new affordability issue or a controversial immigration plan? Is it a war of choice we’re being gaslit by…...

3+ day, 22+ hour ago   (726+ words) — First Shot — 🎂 Happy milestone birthday to Katie Ballard, Mother of Dragons, Raiser of Political Funds Extraordinaire, Fiercest Friend and a Determined Foe. Attorney General James Uthmeier’s campaign is releasing its first television ad of the 2026 cycle, a 30-second spot titled…...

5+ day, 12+ hour ago   (553+ words) The honeymoon was in Fort Lauderdale because plane tickets cost too much. Dinner was drive-through chili, with rice added to stretch it. Byron Donalds is running on it. “When we got married, we worked two jobs each, and we were…...

5+ day, 22+ hour ago   (828+ words) — First Shot — Florida’s representatives at the Republican Midterm Convention now know exactly when they will take the stage. The Republican National Committee released the full speaking order and time blocks Tuesday for the two-day gathering, which begins Wednesday at the…...

6+ day, 3+ hour ago   (336+ words) A South Florida chapter of North America’s largest electrical union has chosen a side in the General Election clash for Florida’s 28th Congressional District, and it’s going with the challenger. The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 349, is endorsing retired…...

6+ day, 12+ hour ago   (570+ words) “Your scientists were so preoccupied with whether they could, they didn’t stop to think if they should.” Jeff Goldblum’s unforgettable line in “Jurassic Park” wasn’t really about dinosaurs. It was about hubris — about believing intelligence, ambition and good intentions could…...

6+ day, 12+ hour ago   (1083+ words) We’re starting the day with a win. The Society of Professional Journalists’ Florida chapter presented its 2026 Sunshine State Awards in Fort Lauderdale last week. Florida Politics took first place for Independent News Website. I have never liked chasing trophies. My…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (1623+ words) Education Commissioner Henry Mack announced a broad reorganization of the Florida Department of Education’s leadership team, including a new Chief of Staff and expanded roles overseeing the department’s programs, policy, research, communications and finances. Mack said the changes are intended…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago   (714+ words) The final days of Summer are here. Labor Day Weekend marks the unofficial end of Summer, the last hurrah before the Fall. It’s a time for barbecues and beers, to spend a few days floating in the pool or relaxing…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago   (1173+ words) For the first time since entering the race for St. Petersburg Mayor, former Gov. Charlie Crist is posting majority support among city voters, with a commanding 25-point lead over incumbent Mayor Ken Welch. A St. Pete Polls survey taken Monday…...