Florida
December 8, 2025
Florida Promised to Protect Its Springs. Is It Keeping Its Word?
Beneath the clear blue surface of Florida’s springs, scientists are detecting unsettling changes. At the same time, a battle over how the state enforces its water rules is raising new questions about what it will take to safeguard them.
December 5, 2025
Florida School Board Member Fires Back Against State Oversight
A Florida school board member went to the state's department meeting to defend accusations made against her social media posts about Charlie Kirk.
November 12, 2025
Florida Official Threatens School Board with Continued Oversight Over Alleged Speech Violations
The official accused the board of First Amendment violations and “dereliction of duty” after members mocked Hulk Hogan and Charlie Kirk online and tried to remove an angry parent at a meeting.
November 10, 2025
Winter Park Hosts 52nd Annual Autumn Art Festival
Crowds packed downtown Winter Park in October for the 52nd Annual Autumn Art Festival, one of the city’s most beloved and historic traditions. Under blue skies and a canopy of trees, artists from across Florida filled Park Avenue and Central Park to showcase their craft and creativity.
October 20, 2025
“People are Banning Books Because They are Powerful”: Lauren Groff on Fighting Censorship in Florida
In 2024, the author set up a bookstore to counter Florida book bans and defend free expression everywhere.