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1 month ago | 
mynews13.com | Phillip Stucky |Jason Delgado
What You Need To KnowOn Tuesday, DeSantis approved a proposal to ban the addition of fluoride into water statewideThe proposal came as federal, state and local governments debate the benefits and alleged risks of adding fluoride to drinking waterHe is also expected to sign a weather modification billState Sen. Ileana Garcia appeared to faint while delivering remarks at the signing event, which appeared to delay the bills' signing.
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1 month ago | 
spectrumnews1.com | Jason Delgado |Phillip Stucky
What You Need To KnowOn Tuesday, DeSantis approved a proposal to ban the addition of fluoride into water statewideThe proposal came as federal, state and local governments debate the benefits and alleged risks of adding fluoride to drinking waterHe is also expected to sign a weather modification billState Sen. Ileana Garcia appeared to faint while delivering remarks at the signing event, which appeared to delay the bills' signing.
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1 month ago | 
mynews13.com | Phillip Stucky |Brandon Spencer
What You Need To KnowThe final district meeting of the mid-decennial redistricting advisory committee is WednesdayThe next phase of the project begins next weekLeaders next will discuss possible maps of the new districtsWednesday’s meeting is the last in the “District Meeting” phase of the project. During this meeting, board members heard from members in each of the current six districts in Orange County.
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2 months ago | 
mynews13.com | Ybeth Bruzual |Holly Gregory |Phillip Stucky |Gary Darling |Taylor Popielarz
The United States Supreme Court rejected a challenge to an abortion medication, and former President Donald Trump met with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. Supreme Court unanimously rejects challenge to abortion medication mifepristoneThe Supreme Court unanimously rejected a case challenging the abortion medication mifepristone, saying the plaintiffs lacked standing to challenge the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's approval of the drug.
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Feb 13, 2025 | 
baynews9.com | Phillip Stucky |Jason Delgado
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Republicans sealed the deal on immigration. Gov. Ron DeSantis tonight signed off a new immigration package, just hours after lawmakers passed the series of laws tackling the issue.
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Feb 12, 2025 | 
mynews13.com | Phillip Stucky |Jason Delgado
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — It is now day 2 of special session C, and lawmakers are now considering six bills, including one dealing with tuition for migrants.
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Feb 10, 2025 | 
mynews13.com | Phillip Stucky |Jason Delgado
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Republicans in Tallahassee announced Monday they would start a new special legislative session aimed at changing the sweeping immigration bill in the Florida Legislature passed in both chambers in January. What You Need To KnowRepublicans in Tallahassee announced a new special session aimed at changing the sweeping immigration bill passed last monthGov.
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Jan 29, 2025 | 
mynews13.com | Phillip Stucky |Jason Delgado
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — A sweeping immigration bill in the Florida Legislature passed in both chambers Tuesday evening, sending the proposal to the governor's desk for a decision. Gov. Ron DeSantis has voiced his opposition to the bill often, slamming the package for not being strong enough. "We must have the strongest law in the nation on immigration enforcement. We cannot be weak," the governor wrote on X.
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Jan 28, 2025 | 
baynews9.com | Phillip Stucky |Jason Delgado
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Legislature is planning to approve a wide-sweeping measure tackling immigration in the state. Gov. Ron DeSantis isn’t happy with the legislation currently under consideration. He wants more and lawmakers are insisting on less. There are a few key differences between the two plans. At the moment, lawmakers are refusing to make illegal immigration a state crime. They’re opposed to requiring ID to send or wire money.
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Dec 16, 2024 | 
mynews13.com | Phillip Stucky
ORLANDO, Fla. — Democratic Florida Rep. Anna Eskamani announced that she will be running for mayor in Orlando in 2027. She spoke Monday outside of Orlando City Hall, with supporters alongside her. Orlando, this morning, I will be filing to run as your next Mayor. I am honored for the opportunity to lead our incredible City Beautiful into the future!For press– we’ll be holding a media gaggle at 8:30am outside the steps of City Hall. Onward!— Rep. Anna V.
