Justice John D. Couriel was announced as the next chief justice; his two‑year term begins July 1.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced a statewide task force in Tampa to target Medicaid, SNAP and housing‑assistance fraud and named Scott Strauss special prosecutor.

Pasco County rolled out a free online portal to register vacant and small rental properties; owners in unincorporated areas must register by April 30.

A Florida Supreme Court fight over TECO’s billing formula pits industrial users defending a four‑month peak measure against advocates pushing a year‑round approach. The decision could shift millions in capacity costs between factories and households.

Florida will pilot a state‑designed, college‑level U.S. history course in 2026–27 that can grant in‑state college credit for two standard history classes.

John Morgan said he won't run for governor and will form a new Florida party — and he’s offering $100,000 to whoever names it. The move revives debate about third-party hurdles and 2026 politics.

Pinellas County School Board will vote Tuesday on proposed bell-time changes at four schools. The plan reshuffles bus routes and has drawn pushback from families.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier filed a petition asking the Census Bureau to exclude undocumented immigrants and some children from state counts, saying the 2020 tally shortchanged Florida.

Medicaid rollbacks and the expiration of enhanced ACA subsidies have left Florida’s hospitals and marketplace enrollees exposed to higher costs and coverage losses. Analysts and local leaders warn the effects could be severe.

James Uthmeier’s campaign pulled in $1.91M in Q1, boosted by six‑figure donations from tobacco, gun companies and the state party.

Two U.S. destroyers transited the Strait of Hormuz to begin mine‑clearing operations as cease‑fire talks with Iran unfolded. The move aims to reopen a vital shipping lane.

Dan Bilzerian has filed with the FEC and doubled down after calling Rep. Randy Fine “this fat jew,” turning an online fight into a formal GOP primary challenge. The entry raises fresh questions about vetting and rhetoric in Florida’s 6th District.

A federal appeals court found Florida’s Medicaid system is shortchanging medically complex children, citing staffing gaps and testimony that a baby died during a nurse shortage. The ruling revives a decade‑old DOJ lawsuit and orders institutional changes.