Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) today issued the following statement in recognition of Haitian Heritage Month, celebrated during the month of May: [Read more…] about Rep. Wilson’s Statement on Haitian Heritage Month
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Florida Senate Democrats Vow to Defend Freedom & Health Care for Women
“This is a dark time for freedom in our nation. [Read more…] about Florida Senate Democrats Vow to Defend Freedom & Health Care for Women
FDLE arrests Shalimar man for possession of child sexual abuse material
FDLE agents today served a search warrant and arrested Jeffrey Leonard Pybus, 39, of Shalimar, on 30 counts of possession of child sexual abuse material in violation of F.S. 827.071(5), one count of promoting a sexual performance by a child in violation of F.S. 827.071(3), and one count of unlawful use of a two-way communication device in violation of F.S. 934.215. [Read more…] about FDLE arrests Shalimar man for possession of child sexual abuse material
State Representative Yvonne Hinson Hosts Big Brothers Big Sisters Launch in Marion County
State Representative Yvonne Hayes Hinson (D-Gainesville) will co-host the Big Brothers Big Sisters Launch in Marion County in partnership with BBBS Marion from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, 2022 [Read more…] about State Representative Yvonne Hinson Hosts Big Brothers Big Sisters Launch in Marion County
Florida NOW: Unequivocally, SCOTUS is setting women’s reproductive rights and health back over a half-century.
Florida NOW (National Organization for Women) President Debbie Deland released the following statement after the leak of the SCOTUS opinion overturning Roe v. Wade. [Read more…] about Florida NOW: Unequivocally, SCOTUS is setting women’s reproductive rights and health back over a half-century.
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Hosts Annual Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day Event at the Florida Capitol
On Thursday, April 28, 2022, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) hosted more than 500 children, along with their parents and caregivers, for the state’s annual Take Your Daughters and Sons to Work Day at the Florida Capitol. [Read more…] about The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Hosts Annual Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day Event at the Florida Capitol
DCF Announces Robust Child and Family Well-Being Initiative to Better Support Families
Florida’s clinically-trained Family Navigators
will help families on their pathway to well-being
Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris today announced the creation of a Family Navigator initiative to enhance the safety and well-being of Florida children after a report of potential child abuse or neglect. [Read more…] about DCF Announces Robust Child and Family Well-Being Initiative to Better Support Families
FDLE arrests three correctional officers for murder
State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle to
hold press conference tomorrow in Miami
Agents with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement arrested three correctional officers accused of murdering an inmate at Dade Correctional Institution (CI) on February 14, 2022. [Read more…] about FDLE arrests three correctional officers for murder
Senator Taddeo Joins Democratic Colleagues in Call to Expand the Special Session to Include Rental Relief
Governor DeSantis’ outright refusal to address the massive housing crisis has forced millions of Floridians to pay excessive rent and home insurance rate hikes. [Read more…] about Senator Taddeo Joins Democratic Colleagues in Call to Expand the Special Session to Include Rental Relief
Governor Ron DeSantis Proclaims April 24 – 30, 2022, National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
The office of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued a proclamation this week recognizing National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, April 24 – 30, 2022. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Proclaims April 24 – 30, 2022, National Crime Victims’ Rights Week