Floridians Protecting Freedom (FPF), the political committee that led the campaign for Amendment 4 on the Nov. 5 ballot, is now involved in a legal battle with the state over allegations of petition fraud and a $328,000 fine.  The amendment, which aimed to expand abortion rights in the state […]

Florida abortion funds have experienced a surge in donations following the defeat of Amendment 4, which would have allowed abortions until fetal viability — roughly 24 weeks. Despite this influx of financial support, leaders of these organizations warn that the need for funding and resources will continue to grow as […]

Florida Democrats went into the 2024 election season focused on reducing the Republicans’ supermajority in the state Legislature. With Republicans holding significant control in both the House and Senate, Democratic candidates fought to gain enough seats to create a more balanced legislative environment.  Tuesday’s results revealed a challenging reality […]

So far this year the Big Bend region of Florida, including Tallahassee, has faced a series of catastrophic natural disasters —tornadoes in May followed by Hurricane Helene in September and Hurricane Milton in October.  These disasters left a lasting mark on the community and significantly increased the demand for food […]

The National Rifle Association is set to face off against the state of Florida in federal court on Oct. 22, marking a pivotal moment in a six-year legal battle over gun rights.  The case challenges a 2018 law that prohibits individuals under the age of 21 from purchasing rifles […]

As the controversy over Florida’s book bans escalates, major publishers are taking legal action against the state, filing lawsuits over what they argue are unconstitutional restrictions enforced by House Bill 1069.  The lawsuits underline a crucial turning point in the broader debate over educational content and freedom of expression in […]