Ron Desantis

Florida became the first state in nearly a decade to execute two inmates in one day at Florida State Prison near Starke.

Gov. Ron DeSantis states he does not take joy in executing two inmates on July 28, calling it a weighty duty after pandemic-related delays disrupted the schedule.

Florida marks nearly two centuries since its first execution. The state transitioned from public hangings to the electric chair and lethal injection, recently setting a modern record with 19 deaths under Gov. DeSantis amid legal scrutiny.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a death warrant on July 17, setting August 18 as the execution date for William Frances Silvia Jr., who was convicted of killing his estranged wife during a 2009 Seminole County family gathering.

State officials confirm Stuart Bell as the new University of Florida president. The former Alabama leader faces immediate challenges in budget management and curriculum oversight under current state policies.

President Trump calls new housing legislation ineffective, but Florida residents face severe affordability issues requiring urgent policy attention from state leaders.

Donald Trump intensifies rhetoric against Democratic socialists, calling them godless communists to galvanize voters before November's critical midterm elections in Florida.

An inmate at Florida State Prison used an improvised weapon to attack two correctional officers, injuring them and prompting a full investigation by the FDC.

President Trump orders US military strikes against Iran following a drone attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz that violated recent peace terms.

Trump declares a housing emergency, disrupting bipartisan efforts in Washington. This move impacts Florida's economy, forcing state leaders to seek alternative solutions for the housing crisis.

Trump uses DPA authority to force rapid production increases for depleted munitions following the war with Iran, affecting contractors nationwide including Florida hubs.

Trump's second-term spectacle draws fire from critics who cite national security risks while supporters view it as a bold display of American strength during global conflicts.