(The Center Square) — Penalties for those who expose law enforcement officers to fentanyl are set to increase in the Sunshine State after new legislation was signed Monday. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed Senate bills 718 and 66. The first creates a second-degree felony for any adult individual who recklessly exposesContinue Reading
(The Center Square) — The Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund Advisory Council has approved a new premium reimbursement formula that will help alleviate the burden on insurance companies operating in Florida. The FHCF operates under the State Board of Administration and is a tax-exempt state trust fund that reimburses a portionContinue Reading
On Friday, April 21, 2023, tragedy struck in Jacksonville as patrol officers from the Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting incident on Blanding Boulevard. Upon arrival, they found 32-year-old Paul Steney with a gunshot wound. Despite efforts from Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, Steney succumbed to his injuries. The JacksonvilleContinue Reading
On Tuesday, April 2, 2024, authorities in Jacksonville responded to a shooting incident on Pritmore Road. The victim, identified as Gavin Rickard, a 19-year-old male, was found with gunshot wounds upon arrival. Despite efforts by Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department personnel, Rickard was pronounced dead at the scene. The JacksonvilleContinue Reading
(The Center Square) — Legislation signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday will make it easier for the state to purchase land for conservation purposes. DeSantis signed Senate Bill 1638, which provides that 96% of revenues from the 2021 gaming compact between the Seminole Tribe of Florida andContinue Reading
(The Center Square) — Florida will be accelerating its road projects, which are poised to finish 10 to 20 years ahead of schedule. Gov. Ron DeSantis approved House Bill 1301, which will include a 14.7-mile road widening project on Interstate 4, that will run from Polk County to Osceola ParkwayContinue Reading
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is cracking down on street racing following a surge in complaints and incidents reported by concerned citizens and officers. Over the weekend, law enforcement deployed various units across the city to address this dangerous activity. Despite efforts to deter participation, officers encountered individuals engaging in streetContinue Reading
(The Center Square) — Florida’s electricity rates are set to decrease slightly over the coming months for some customers, while others will likely remain the same. According to data from the Florida Public Service Commission, electricity rates remain steady for three of the four investor-owned electric companies in the SunshineContinue Reading
On Wednesday, October 18, 2023, Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Patrol Officers responded to a reported shooting in the 2800 block of Sophia Street. Upon arrival, they found Javan Holmes, 30, with at least one gunshot wound. Despite efforts by Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, Holmes succumbed to his injuries at aContinue Reading
(The Center Square) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that Floridians will receive additional funding for toll relief. Toll relief began April 1 and will save some commuters who frequently drive through toll plazas hundreds of dollars over the course of a year after the state has promised toContinue Reading