Regulators ordered a $90.5 million refund to Duke Energy Florida customers; fuel charges will fall June–September, shaving roughly $5.62 off a 1,000‑kWh bill each month.

Florida’s teachers union has sued the state, arguing universal vouchers and charter funding have siphoned billions from neighborhood public schools and violated the state constitution.

State regulators approved a settlement raising Sunshine Water bills; the increase trims the company’s request but will boost many customers’ monthly charges.

Orange County is weighing a stormwater utility fee to pay for more than $1 billion in drainage and water‑quality projects; commissioners have asked staff to host outreach before a June review.

Publix’s customer‑service FAQ and in‑store signs now ask that only law enforcement openly carry firearms, a reversal from the chain’s October policy. Local reporters say the change showed up this week.

Lawmakers approved a bill to relaunch state licensing for naturopathic doctors and create a Board of Naturopathic Medicine; supporters tout access, critics warn unproven care.

A federal judge found FLVS pursued a weak trademark case and ordered the state-run school to pay part of rival Stride's legal bills, spotlighting millions in public legal spending.

County commissioners approved placing a one‑mill school tax on the November ballot; supporters say it will shore up teacher pay and safety programs.

Dozens gathered outside Sen. Jim Boyd’s Bradenton office as activists demand relief from rising electric bills and reforms to how utilities are regulated.

OCPS pulled a planned April workshop on an updated AI policy after months of parent feedback. The draft would bar student data entry, deepfakes and certain AI chatbots.

Former FOX 35 anchor Ryan Elijah announced a Republican primary challenge to Rep. Cory Mills, raising the stakes in Central Florida's 7th District.

President Trump is slated to speak at The Villages Charter School on Friday, May 1. Registration details, venue info and what he’s expected to emphasize are included.

Janette Martinez says documents clear her as the city forwards two ethics complaints to a judge for an independent probe.