Gov. Ron DeSantis’ annual statement on the Pulse shooting anniversary released Wednesday makes no mention of the LGBTQ and Hispanic communities — the two groups most devastated by the massacre that left 49 dead.

In Florida, law enforcement officials are preparing for possible protests here over the weekend as many "No Kings" protests are being planned. "While OPD does not discuss specific security measures, we always assess the needs of large-scale events to make sure enough staff are on hand to protect and serve our community.

Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey issued a violent warning to potential protestors in Florida on Thursday, June 12, two days before nationwide 'No Kings' protests are expected to draw millions of Amer

A three-judge panel said she needed to seek a determination about whether she could receive workers’ compensation before filing the Brevard County lawsuit

The Amateur Athletic Union's largest volleyball event is set to make a massive economic splash in Central Florida, with the organization's president sharing surprising figures about its growth and impact.

In early May, much of Central Florida was gripped by a severe to extreme drought. Although the drought conditions are slowly improving, lingering risks remain in the area.

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Upon first learning I’d be traveling to Florida — specifically Orlando — I was hesitant. A mix of trepidation and curiosity best describes my state of mind. Florida, after all, has become emblematic of Trump-era conservatism.

It’s no secret how popular Florida has become in recent years for many across the nation. But what about those moving within Florida?

Last year, only four schools were worthy of the “preeminent” title: the University of Florida, Florida State University, University of South Florida and Florida International University. Each school received an additional $25 million last year from the $100 million pot of money approved by the Legislature.

Thursday marks nine years since the Pulse nightclub mass shooting that killed 49 people in Orlando. On June 12, 2016, a gunman entered the nightclub and opened fire, which caused the deaths of 49 people and left 53 others injured.

Highs are expected to reach 93 degrees Friday in Orlando, with “feels-like” temperatures soaring as high as 101. The heat index could reach 106 in The Villages.