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The president spent roughly two hours talking privately with victims' families and survivors of the attack in a gay dance club.
Read More »Obama Embraces Orlando Families, Appeals For Gun Controls
Scott Seeks Federal Emergency Declaration After Orlando Attack
The governor called the shooting "an attack on our state and entire nation."
Read More »50 Killed In Orlando Night club Shooting; Gunman Dead
Police say approximately 20 people have been killed inside a Florida nightclub, and at least 42 were wounded.
Read More »Political Fight in Florida Over Zika Reaching Fever Pitch
As the number of reported cases in the Sunshine State rises, politicians are growing more concerned.
Read More »Florida Gov: Prepare For Zika Virus Like It’s A Hurricane
Florida's governor says the U.S. government needs to prepare for the Zika virus like it's a hurricane.
Read More »Growth in Concealed Weapons Permits Consistent Across Florida
Florida license holders have increased at 25 times the rate of population growth since 2008.
Read More »Grayson, Jolly Show Differences In Senate Race
U.S. Rep. Alan Grayson, an Orlando Democrat, and U.S. Rep. David Jolly debated Monday night. Both are vying for Sen. Marco Rubio's open Senate seat.
Read More »Gwen Graham, Considering Bid For Governor, Won’t Run For Congress
Rep. Gwen Graham announced April 21 she will not be seeking re-election for Congress. She said she is considering a bid for Governor in 2018 instead.
Read More »Court Rejects Brown Lawsuit On Districts
A federal court in Tallahassee rejected Democratic Congresswoman Corrine Brown's legal fight to keep her current district intact. Rep. Gwen Graham's district will also be affected.
Read More »Feds Probe Florida’s Handling Of Pesticide Case
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency inspectors are reviewing case files from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services related to an October 2014 accident in Belle Glade.
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