The former vice president’s victories were another blow to Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, whose early strength has evaporated as African Americans and working-class whites across the country have sided with Biden.
Read More »Florida Schools Will Stay Closed Through April 15 Because Of Coronavirus
State school officials said public schools would remain closed until April 15, and announced the suspension of mass campus gatherings, including sports events.
Read More »Momma’s Home: How A Family-Friendly Drag Queen Fosters Community For LGBTQ Youth
Families don't gather at a Lakeland hair salon for haircuts. They come for stories read by Momma, a drag queen dedicated to teaching children and young adults about the acceptance of others and themselves.
Read More »What You Need To Know About Coronavirus In Florida
Misinformation can spark fear and hysteria. We're here to help. We'll update this page with emerging information from reliable sources to answer all of your questions about coronavirus.
Read More »Florida Lawmakers Move To Ban Discrimination Against Disabled In Organ Transplants
The proposals would formally ban insurance companies and others from denying transplants for anyone with physical or mental disabilities.
Read More »Voter Registration Deadline Nears, With Many Floridians Not Allowed To Vote In Primary
The state’s closed primary system means only those registered as either Democrats or Republicans can vote for someone to be their political party’s nominee.
Read More »Alachua County Is Only Now Getting Up To Speed On Enforcing Age Restriction On Tobacco Sales
Alachua County raised the legal tobacco age from 18 to 21 last October, but full enforcement has been slow to get under way.
Read More »Changeville Brings Together Artists And Activists To Collaborate For Social Change
For the past five years, artists have gathered at the two-day event to celebrate activism and help spark conversations about how they can contribute more to their communities.
Read More »‘What We Are Celebrating Is A Revolution’: Exhibit Honors 19th Amendment Centennial
The exhibit, which opened Friday at The Historic Thomas Center on Sixth Avenue and runs through June 27, is titled “RBL GRL: Revolution Doesn’t Ask Permission.”
Read More »Florida On Path To Require Anyone Under 18 To Obtain Parent’s Permission For Abortions
The Senate is expected to vote on the measure next week. If the House approves it as expected in coming weeks – the governor already said he will sign it into law – Florida would become the 27th state to impose parental consent legislation for abortions.
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