After an altercation with Florida Republicans, DeSantis signs comprehensive immigration laws

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Immigration laws – Governor Ron DeSantis signing documentation – Photo: Yes Market Media/Shutterstock.com On Thursday, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a comprehensive set of immigration laws that will implement President Donald Trump’s plan for mass deportations. Republicans claim that the legislation places Florida, a state that has historically been a sanctuary for immigrants, at the

Get rid of property taxes? DeSantis outlines how it may be implemented in Florida and supports the notion

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Property Taxes – Governor of Florida Ron DeSantis Press Conference – Courtesy: Shutterstock-Photo By YES Market Media Though he clarified that a constitutional amendment would be necessary, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis supported the concept of doing away with property taxes across the Sunshine State. In response to a comment on X that called for the

Beachgoers in Florida report seeing a sticky substance wash up on the sand

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Aerial view of New Smyrna Beach, Florida – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Sky Cinema Strange balls are washing up on the coast of South Florida, so visitors to the Sunshine State might be in for a surprise. According to the Associated Press, tar balls are appearing throughout the Atlantic Ocean coast from Port Everglades

More than 100 passengers are ill due to a norovirus epidemic on a Florida cruise: CDC

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Cruise Line Ships Occupy Berths at Port Miami – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by TetKabrit According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 100 guests and crew members on a cruise ship that traveled out of Florida have contracted norovirus. By the numbers: According to the CDC, on February 2, Holland America Line’s

Pentastar Utility: Chrysler’s 3.6L Mill, But What Comes Next?

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Photo Source/Copyright: Stellantis For more than ten years, Chrysler’s 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine has been a mainstay, powering everything from muscle cars to minivans. Some are doubting the Pentastar’s continued importance in 2025 in light of the introduction of the new Hurricane engine. Is it still relevant to Chrysler’s lineup, or is it out of

Due to pressure from influential donors, Casey DeSantis is thinking about running for governor of Florida

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Casey DeSantis – (Credit: Office of Gov. Ron DeSantis) The possibility of Casey DeSantis running for governor in 2026 was openly discussed by Republican fundraisers at a Palm Beach County event last week, and for the first time, Florida’s first lady is giving the idea real thought. Her husband, Governor Ron DeSantis, is not eligible

St. Petersburg Wine, Beer, and Spirits Festival

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Credit: St. Petersburg Wine, Beer & Spirits Festival The St. Petersburg Wine, Beer, and Spirits Fest is a great way to kick off the year. The event will take place on February 15, 2025, and there will be a fantastic session from 1-4:30 pm. Prepare to sample your preferred regional breweries, foreign wines, and premium

Potential effects of Trump’s tariffs on Florida

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Ron DeSantis addresses a crowd while President Donald Trump watches at a rally in Tampa, Florida – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by jctabb The globe reacted when the administration of President Donald Trump declared it would impose 25 percent tariffs on Canada and Mexico. Florida-based companies prepared for market effects, ranging from importers and exporters

The expansion of the MICHELIN Guide to include more cities in Florida

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Michelin guide – Couple cheering glasses at dinner table – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Aleksandar Milutinovic Today, the Michelin Guide announced that it will expand its scope by adding three more Florida locations in 2025. In addition to Greater Miami, Orlando, and Tampa, the 2025 menu will have restaurants in Greater Fort Lauderdale, The

As residents seek relief, the condo fees situation in Florida may lead to the “next wave of homeless people”

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Residential Condominium in Surfside, FL – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Blueee77 A new building safety law that was passed in the wake of the catastrophic Surfside collapse has left Florida condominium owners with crippling fines, and one politician is warning that this could lead to the “next wave of homeless people.” As a result,