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The Big Beautiful Bill will make Florida’s children sicker and poorer | Column
The biggest casualties of the reconciliation bill before Congress are children. Shetal Shah [ Provided ]This month the Senate debates measures that drastically reduce federal spending on vital children’s programs –including Medicaid, the...

Florida-Alabama TPO seeks public input on long-range transportation funding priorities
The Florida-Alabama Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is seeking public input on how limited transportation funding should be prioritized over the next couple of decades. The feedback will aid development of the region’s 25-year...
Florida’s Boater Freedom Act could harm fisheries, impede conservation, critics say
A measure prohibiting vessel searches that stem from safety inspections on the water is among a slew of new laws to be enacted in Florida this week. The law halts a long-running practice in which state and local marine law enforcement could stop...

Here are 25 new Florida laws that will go into effect on July 1
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida’s latest legislative session was officially adjourned on June 16, but after monthslong debates over the state’s budget, the session is slated to conclude Monday. In that time, Governor Ron DeSantis has approved and...

Here are all the new Florida laws taking effect today
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Following the latest Legislative session in Florida, state lawmakers and Gov. Ron DeSantis have approved dozens of new laws. Many of these pieces of legislation took effect on July 1, covering topics like education, state...

Fourth of July gas hasn’t been this cheap since 2021
By Matt Egan, CNN New York (CNN) — Drivers hitting the road this Fourth of July weekend won’t need to break the bank to fill up at the gas pump. Gas prices are expected to average between $3.10 and $3.15 per gallon nationally this Fourth of July,...

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 7.1.25
Good Tuesday morning. Welcome to the world — I imagine it’s easy not to worry about what projects of yours the Governor is vetoing when an angel like this comes into your life. Say hello to Amelia Grace Andrade, daughter of Jessica and Rep. Alex...

Florida Lottery Powerball, Cash4Life, Fantasy 5 results for June 30, 2025
The Florida Lottery offers several draw games for those hoping to win one of the available jackpots. Here’s a look at the winning numbers for games played on Monday, June 30, 2025 Winning Powerball numbers from June 30 drawing 13-28-44-52-55,...

Florida District Court Declines to Expand ERISA Disclosure Requirements
A Florida district court recently gave TECO Energy, Inc. another victory in an ERISA case when it dismissed Plaintiff’s proposed class action with prejudice. Roche v. Teco Energy, Inc., No. 8:23-cv-01571, 2025 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 95462 (M.D. Fla. May...

Florida Lottery Powerball, Cash4Life, Fantasy 5 results for June 30, 2025
The Florida Lottery offers several draw games for those hoping to win one of the available jackpots. Here’s a look at the winning numbers for games played on Monday, June 30, 2025 Winning Powerball numbers from June 30 drawing 13-28-44-52-55,...

Gas tax hike among new Washington state laws taking effect in July
OLYMPIA, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Hundreds of other new laws passed in Washington’s latest legislative session take effect this month. Starting on July 1, disabled veterans with at least a 40% rating become eligible for property tax exemptions....

Florida cuts business rent tax: Local businesses react
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - On Monday, Governor Ron DeSantis signed on the dotted line to remove the Business Rent Tax later this year. Local business owners like Marla Hansen, the owner of Fitness Junky in Panama City Beach, say this is...
JLL Arranges $97.3M Sale of Industrial Facility in Groveland, Florida Leased to Duke Energy
34GROVELAND, FLA. — JLL has arranged the $97.3 million sale of Turnpike Logistics Center, a Class A distribution center located at 19800 S. Obrien Road in Groveland, about 31 miles west of Orlando. Built in 2023, the 977,441-square-foot property...

Florida gas prices expected to drop leading up to holiday weekend, survey says
ORLANDO, Fla. – As Independence Day approaches, gas prices are expected to fall as nearly 61.1 million Americans are expected to be traveling across the country for the holiday weekend, officials said. A GasBuddy survey of 856 stations in Orlando...
Five New Bills Signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Now in Effect
taking effect between June 26 and July 1 The Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis, has signed five bills into law on June 26. BREVARD COUNTY • FLORIDA — The Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis, has signed five bills into law on June 26. These laws span...

Gas prices fall slightly nationwide
Published 5:28 pm Monday, June 30, 2025 Heading into the Fourth of July holiday weekend, gas prices declined a little nationwide. Last Monday, the national average for a gallon of regular gas was $3.20. That price fell to $3.18 nationwide on...
Florida News That Impacts You – June 30th, 2025
Florida News That Impacts You – June 30th, 2025 - Driven By Braman Motorcars Bottom Line: Your daily recap of the biggest news from around the state that impacts you throughout the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast. Governor DeSantis has signed five...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in St. Lucie County in week ending June 21?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across St. Lucie County...

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Okeechobee County in week ending June 21
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Okeechobee County...

Duke Energy Foundation allocates $400K for summer utility assistance across six states
Duke Energy Ohio President Lynn J. Good | Duke Energy OhioDuke Energy Ohio President Lynn J. Good | Duke Energy Ohio As summer temperatures increase energy consumption, the Duke Energy Foundation is taking steps to assist families in need. The...