On Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023, Representative Johanna López (D-Orlando) filed House Bill 181. [Read more…] about Representative López Files Cost of Living Adjustment Bill
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Escambia County Woman Claims $1 Million Prize Playing The 500X THE CASH Scratch-Off Game
A Stop at Lucky Penny Multiplies the Cash to $1 Million!
The Florida Lottery (Lottery) today announces that Janice Ryan, 67, of Pensacola, claimed a $1 million prize from the 500X THE CASH Scratch-Off game at the Lottery’s Pensacola District Office. [Read more…] about Escambia County Woman Claims $1 Million Prize Playing The 500X THE CASH Scratch-Off Game
Statement from Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book in Response to a Despicable & Divisive Voicemail Message Sent to Senator Torres
Earlier this week, Senator Victor Torres (D-Orlando) received a late night, hateful voicemail message from a Polk county resident [Read more…] about Statement from Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book in Response to a Despicable & Divisive Voicemail Message Sent to Senator Torres
Representative Daley Files Bill to Boost Recruitment Efforts in Florida National Guard
Representative Dan Daley (D-Coral Springs) has filed HB 723 – Florida National Guard Recruitment which establishes the Florida National Guard Joint Enlistment Enhancement Program (JEEP). [Read more…] about Representative Daley Files Bill to Boost Recruitment Efforts in Florida National Guard
Attorney General Moody Unveils Legislation Protecting Victims of Human Trafficking in Court Proceedings
Attorney General Ashley Moody is unveiling legislation to expand protections of human trafficking victims in court proceedings. [Read more…] about Attorney General Moody Unveils Legislation Protecting Victims of Human Trafficking in Court Proceedings
The Florida Lottery Joins Industry Leaders To Recognize Problem Gambling Awareness Month
The Florida Lottery (Lottery) joins the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) to recognize the 2023 Problem Gambling Awareness Month. [Read more…] about The Florida Lottery Joins Industry Leaders To Recognize Problem Gambling Awareness Month
Upcoming Public Meeting for State Road (S.R.) 200 (SW College Road) Safety Improvements
Meeting will be offered on multiple platforms
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will hold a public meeting regarding project plans on S.R. 200 [Read more…] about Upcoming Public Meeting for State Road (S.R.) 200 (SW College Road) Safety Improvements
FDLE arrests Mary Esther man on possession of child sexual abuse materials
K-9 Maple discovers hidden storage device
Agents with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) today arrested Brandon Landis, 36, of Mary Esther [Read more…] about FDLE arrests Mary Esther man on possession of child sexual abuse materials
State of Florida Issues Updates on Increased Mass Migration Along the Florida Coastline
The Florida Division of Emergency Management today reported that since August 21, 2022, over 10,000 migrants attempting to enter the state illegally have been interdicted with nearly 6,000 migrants apprehended upon landing. [Read more…] about State of Florida Issues Updates on Increased Mass Migration Along the Florida Coastline
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Nearly 1,400 Bonuses Issued to New Law Enforcement Recruits
431 People from 45 States and U.S. Territories Relocate
to Florida to Become Law Enforcement Officers
Governor Ron DeSantis today announced that nearly 1,400 bonuses have been issued to newly employed law enforcement recruits in Florida. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Nearly 1,400 Bonuses Issued to New Law Enforcement Recruits
