Daytona Beach city auditor's report on fiscal practices reveals questionable spending and a lack of oversight. The city suspended credit card use and formed a committee to address the issues.

Eatonville's town council is voting on limiting Mayor Gardner's powers after her unilateral decision to sell Hungerford School property caused controversy. There's a push for transparency and shared decision-making.

Former Commissioner Regina Hill sues rival Shan Rose and Orlando's Canvassing Board over alleged election fraud, involving vote buying and illegal handling of absentee ballots.

Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia identified $1.5 billion in alleged wasteful spending by Florida municipalities, with Orlando noted for low excess spending. Critics question the audit's methodology and caution against oversimplification of budget issues.

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings is running for Florida governor, focusing on accountability, affordability, and public safety, with aspirations to be the state's first African American governor.

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings has officially filed to run for Florida Governor as a Democrat, with former Republican congressman David Jolly among his primary contenders.

State Attorney Monique Worrell calls for Florida juvenile justice reform while discussing prosecution dilemmas, probation issues, and a case not pursued due to legal constraints. She also expresses concerns over staff retention and underfunding.

Orange County erased over $515 million in medical debt for 302,000 people through a partnership with a nonprofit, using $4.5 million from the American Rescue Plan.

Early voting for Orlando's council seats in Districts 1, 3, and 5 begins, with options for weekday, weekend, and Election Day voting reported by WFTV and ClickOrlando.

Florida Sen. Ashley Moody co-sponsors the "Eliminate Shutdowns Act" to prevent future federal government shutdowns through automatic funding extensions.

Orange County commissioners approved a new redistricting map, increasing commission seats to eight, reshaping districts, and setting the stage for elections in 2026.

Residents in Orange County and 1000 Friends of Florida challenge Florida's SB 180 law, arguing it undermines local control over development and violates constitutional rights.

Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia accuses Seminole County of wasteful spending, aligns with Gov. DeSantis's property tax reform amid the county's tax increase.