Nixon Loses Florida Senate Race to Moody
Democrat Angie Nixon lost to Republican incumbent Ashley Moody in Florida's 2026 midterm Senate contest.
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Florida Subpoenas Democratic Socialists Over Foreign Ties
The state attorney general seeks records on whether the Democratic Socialists of America accepted foreign backing tied to trips to Cuba and China.
Economics
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Do you think seafood prices in your area have gone up this year?
Fuel Costs Squeeze Florida Stone Crab Supply Chain
Higher fuel costs and slower consumer spending are pressuring Florida's stone crab businesses after the season opened October 15.
Crime
Florida Exonerees Rally Against Scheduled Execution
Death row exonerees and advocates plan a Capitol demonstration urging Governor-Elect Byron Donalds to halt executions before Thomas Overton's scheduled lethal injection.
Finance
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Do you trust your auto insurer to pay fairly after flood damage?
Florida Drivers Often Covered for Flood Damage
Comprehensive auto insurance typically covers vehicle flood damage, though claims for intentionally driving through floodwater are usually denied.
Health
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Do you think getting a doctor appointment in your area is getting harder?
Florida OB-GYN Shortage Prompts New Residency Program
A national study projects 44 states will lack enough OB-GYNs by 2035, and Florida is among them.
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