Supreme Court Puts Florida’s Mini Juries On Trial This Fall
The Supreme Court agreed to hear Kian v. Florida, a challenge to the state’s use of six‑person juries that could force the justices to revisit a 1970 precedent and reshape criminal trials here.
Florida Power Duo Steers Nearly $1 Billion Bonanza To Home-State Bases
Senators Rick Scott and Ashley Moody say the Senate’s FY‑2027 NDAA would direct roughly $935M to Florida bases, funding hangars, ranges and infrastructure from Homestead to the Space Coast.
North Miami Beach’s New City Boss Already Neck-Deep in Legal Heat
Just months after his appointment, North Miami Beach City Manager Darvin Williams is facing lawsuits and federal complaints from current and former employees alleging misconduct and retaliation. City records and local reporting show the controversy reaches back to his prior municipal role.
Hialeah Mayor Busted In Coconut Grove Traffic Stop Over Police Lights
Hialeah Mayor Bryan Calvo was ticketed after a Miami officer said the city SUV he drove had flashing red-and-blue lights; he has pleaded not guilty. The stop raises questions about municipal vehicle policy and Florida law.
Florida High Court Puts Appeals Judges On Notice Over Tough Sentences
The Florida Supreme Court ruled that appeals panels must review denied requests for below‑guidelines sentences, remanding the Parrish case and resolving a split among districts. The decision could revive appeals across Florida.
Naples Insider Lawyer Snags Florida Deal In Roku Showdown
The Attorney General hired Tom Grady’s Naples firm to litigate against Roku — a move that could cost Florida more than a competing bid and has drawn scrutiny over political ties.
Tallahassee Toss-Up: Florida High Court Lets GOP Map Rule 2026 Races
The Florida Supreme Court refused an emergency bid to halt the GOP-drawn congressional map, leaving the new lines in place as appeals proceed ahead of candidate filing deadlines.
DeSantis Brings Medicaid Fraud Hammer Down In West Palm Beach
DeSantis and AHCA rolled out a statewide Medicaid Integrity Initiative requiring provider revalidation, enrollment moratoria and a SentiLink identity‑screening pilot to curb fraud.












