Florida
Friday, March 15, 2024
A Florida family's inspiring adoption journey
As siblings in foster care, the fear of being separated is daunting. But thanks to a loving family in Jacksonville, Fla., for two brothers in Ohio…
Groups push for less pesticide use to save Florida's endangered species
Last month, an environmental group sued the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, accusing it of failing to protect endangered species from dangerous …
Report: Florida last in public education
A new Network for Public Education report grades Florida an "F" for its public school funding. As Florida lawmakers negotiate the state budget in …
FL lawmakers propel mental health in historic health care package
The Florida House is expected to follow the Senate's lead by signing off on an initiative to pour millions into the state's health care industry…
Expert tips to prevent cavities for Children's Dental Health Month
Beyond celebrating Valentine's Day, February is Children's Dental Health Month - which serves as a reminder to prioritize oral health habits that can …
FL health centers face financial strain without Medicaid reimbursement increase
Florida's Community Health Centers are raising concerns about their own financial health due to what they've said are inadequate Medicaid reimbursemen…
'Safer Internet Day' offers free resources to parents, children
As Florida lawmakers advance bills to restrict children's access to social media, today's Safer internet Day is a global campaign to raise awareness …
FL abortion rights measure to be on Nov. ballot
Florida voters will soon have the opportunity to express their views on abortion rights at the ballot box. After Gov. Ron DeSantis approved a law …
FL schools grapple with insufficient funding, persistent state budget cuts
A new report that examines school funding formulas finds 80% of states, including Florida, are grappling with ongoing state budget reductions and a …
FL GOP bill could ban rainbow flags in schools, government buildings
Another GOP proposal is sparking controversy in Florida over freedom of expression, as it aims to ban rainbow flags from being displayed. House Bill …
FL lawmakers back in Tallahassee to debate limits on abortion, free speech
Within hours of the start of Florida's legislative session, newly filed bills are set to test the limits on hot-button topics such as abortion and …
Should law enforcement transport ballot boxes in FL?
CORRECTION: An earlier version of this story implied the new regulations were in effect. Implementation is in the planning stages. (11:14AM MST…