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As fears grow within the immigrant community in Florida over legislation sponsored by Republican lawmakers which threatens to turn over to ICE anyone in local government custody for any reason, the members of the Senate Democratic Caucus on Wednesday unanimously reaffirmed their opposition to SB 168, the so-called “sanctuary cities” bill. [Read more…] about Senate Democrats Unite in Opposition to Sanctuary Cities Bill
A Florida judge today ordered lengthy prison sentences for two men who dressed like ninjas and broke into homes across the state. [Read more…] about Ninja Robbers Sentenced to 45 Years in Prison
Governor Ron DeSantis today announced the appointment of Michelle Alvarez Barakat and Tanya Brinkley to the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Two to the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court
In recognition of Senior Day at the Florida Capitol, Attorney General Ashley Moody hosted volunteers with the Seniors v. Crime Program. [Read more…] about Attorney General Moody Hosts Senior Sleuths During Senior Day at the Florida Capitol
U.S. Representatives Brian Mast (FL-18) and Angie Craig (MN-02)’s Local Water Protection Act today passed the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee unanimously. [Read more…] about Mast Bill To Help Prevent Toxic Agricultural Runoff, Other Water Pollutants Passes Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
The Florida Polytechnic University campus will soon turn into a geek culture extravaganza as students expect 1,500 enthusiasts at their 5th annual FLPolyCon on Saturday, March 30, at the Innovation, Science and Technology Building in Lakeland, Florida. [Read more…] about Florida Poly to host 5th FLPolyCon in most interactive fashion
Secretary of State Laurel M. Lee announced today that the Bunnell City Hall and Bunnell Water Tower, located in Flagler County, have been listed on the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places. [Read more…] about Secretary Lee Announces the Designation of Two Bunnell Properties on the National Register of Historic Places
The Florida Lottery announces that Glen Farris, 59, of Sanibel, claimed a $2 million prize from the POWERBALL® drawing held on March 23, 2019. [Read more…] about Lee County man claims $2 million POWERBALL® prize
Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis praised telephone providers for stepping up to help end robocalls by “authenticating” calls and displaying the caller’s verified number. [Read more…] about CFO Jimmy Patronis: Telecom Industry Must Keep Working to End Spoofing Calls for Floridians
WHAT: Lauren’s Kids is holding a “42 Hours for 42 Million” advocacy walk at the Florida Capitol April 2 – 4. [Read more…] about Florida Leaders to Join Sen. Book at 42+ Hour Walk in Honor of Child Sexual Abuse Survivors
