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Politics
Trump names Daniel Perez to serve as U.S. ambassador to Brazil
President Donald Trump has tapped Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez for the post of U.S. ambassador to Brazil,…
Politics
Lawmakers alter DeSantis property tax proposal to protect school funding
A House committee approved a version of Gov. Ron DeSantis' property tax amendment that excludes school levies, drawing…
Local News
Local News
How a larger homestead exemption would reshape local government finances in Florida
A proposed constitutional amendment to expand the homestead exemption would deliver sizable tax relief to many homeowners but…
Politics
Mayor Ken Welch says steep property tax reductions would threaten St. Petersburg services
St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch cautions that aggressive property tax cuts proposed by Charlie Crist risk funding for…
Business
Business
Former commerce and insurance official Stephen Marante joins The Southern Group in Broward
Stephen Marante has joined The Southern Group’s Broward office, bringing experience from the Florida Department of Commerce, SelectFlorida…
Crime
Crime
How Florida’s new budget balances controversial spending and a symbolic payout
A fresh look at Florida’s budget reveals controversial earmarks for donor projects, odd tax breaks, and a modest…
Local News
Paul Renner’s rural tour targets faith leaders and small businesses in Florida
Paul Renner is embarking on a series of stops across rural Florida to meet community leaders and voters,…
Politics
Politics
Senators propose national rules to address NIL, transfers and competitive balance
A bipartisan group of senators unveiled a comprehensive legislative outline intended to bring uniformity to college athlete compensation,…
Politics
How Florida’s $114.5 billion budget passed amid partisan tension
Lawmakers finalized a $114.5 billion spending plan that reduces total outlays, builds significant reserves, and triggers a Special…
Local News
Florida congressional retirements and political shifts reshape the map
A batch of retirements, committee changes, high-profile proposals and local controversies is producing a major turnover in Florida’s…