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DeSantis’ Political Star Rises as Florida GOP Holds Statewide Offices Amid National Defeats

Florida Republicans sweep statewide races; Democrats break House supermajority

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DeSantis’ Political Star Rises as Florida GOP Holds Statewide Offices Amid National Defeats

Republicans retain Florida’s statewide leadership despite Democratic gains in the Legislature, giving the outgoing governor a platform in the debate...

Central Florida News5 days ago

Florida Republicans sweep statewide races; Democrats break House supermajority

Chuck Schumer raises both fists beside Hakeem Jeffries, with American flags behind them

Politics5 days ago

Voters Give Democrats Congressional Majorities as Affordability and Iran War Shape Trump Rebuke

James Uthmeier raises one hand while speaking at a microphone during an Orlando news conference, with U.S. and Florida flags behind him.

Florida5 days ago

James Uthmeier defeats Jose Javier Rodriguez, wins first elected term as Florida attorney general

HISTORYMAKER: Tiffany Moore Russell makes history as first Black woman elected Orange County mayor

Florida5 days ago

HISTORIC WIN: Byron Donalds elected Florida’s first Black governor

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Business

Business1 week ago

New AdventHealth Middleton Clinic Brings Pediatric Specialists, Urogynecology Near The Villages

The multispecialty clinic features 24 treatment rooms, pediatric imaging and services designed to bring care closer to Middleton families. MIDDLETON,...

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Business3 weeks ago

GOAA Highlights Airport Improvements, Approves New Small Business Policies

Florida Restaurant Show 2026: Orlando Event Features Chef Competitions, Pizza Innovation and Restaurant Solutions

Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson Listed as Speaker for Global AI, Supply Chain Summit

Hola at the Park Set for Oct. 3 in Altamonte Springs; Admission Free

Central Florida News6 days ago

ALDI to Launch Seven Ready-Made Meals in October, With Single-Serve Dishes Under $8

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Sports

USF Defeats UAB 30–10, Secures Fourth Consecutive Bowl-Eligible Season

Bulls overcome early deficit behind defensive touchdowns and a record-tying performance from C.J. Hicks. TAMPA, Fla. (FNN SPORTS) — The...

Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence holds the football behind his blockers as Colts defenders rush toward him.

Jacksonville1 week ago

Jaguars Continue to Dominate Colts in Duval

Orlando’s Paolo Banchero, wearing a white No. 5 jersey, dribbles while Minnesota’s Anthony Edwards defends in a blue uniform.

Orlando Magic Fall to 0-2 Under Sean Sweeney After 115-93 Loss to Timberwolves

Tampa Bay Buccaneers to Select 25 Coaches for 2027 Academy, Five for Fellowships

Orlando Magic Expand ThreatLocker Partnership With Warmup Branding, Cybersecurity Campaign

Orlando Magic Exercise Team Options on Jase Richardson, Tristan Da Silva

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Entertainment

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“4000 Days,” “Frampton” Set for Naples International Film Festival Oct. 24–25

NAPLES, Fla. (FNN) — Two documentaries exploring families’ fight against college hazing and the career of musician Peter Frampton will...

Side-by-side headshots of actresses Yvette Nicole Brown and Kym Whitley, speakers at the First Ladies Health Initiative brain health and caregiving luncheon.

Central Florida News2 months ago

Kym Whitley, Yvette Nicole Brown to Headline First Ladies Health Initiative Brain Health Luncheon

Orlando International Fashion Week 2026 Opens Early Bird Pass Sales for November Runway Shows

Chaka Khan and Q Parker, honorary ambassador and honorary gala chair for the Living Legends Foundation’s 35th Anniversary Awards Dinner & Gala.

Chaka Khan, Q Parker to Lead Living Legends Foundation’s 35th Anniversary Gala in Atlanta

Regan Hutsell of Texas Crowned Miss America 2027 in West Palm Beach

Tom Cruise Brings Hollywood Star Power to Daytona as ‘Days of Thunder’ Sequel Energizes NASCAR

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FNN News en Español

Entertainment10 months ago

Hola at the Park Set for Oct. 3 in Altamonte Springs; Admission Free

Florida National News and FNN News en Español will provide on-site coverage of the Hispanic Heritage Month celebration at Cranes...

WATCH: FNN News Podcast en Español, Tuesdays at 6:30pm EST

FNN News en Español12 months ago

La NFL anuncia a los ocho finalistas para los “NFL Latino Youth Honors 2025”

FNN News en Español1 year ago

¿Conocer al alcalde del condado de Orange, Jerry Demings — el próximo gobernador de Florida?

Entertainment1 year ago

Florida National News Podcast en Español — Tuesdays at 6:30 PM EST!

Marc Anthony and his wife, Nadia Ferreira, watched as Serbian Novak Djokovic defeated Australian Rinky Hijikata at the 2025 Miami Open on March 21 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Florida National News/Roman Garay)

FNN News en Español2 years ago

El Ícono de la Salsa Marc Anthony Asiste al Miami Open 2025 con su Esposa Nadia Ferreira

VIDEO: Film Director Jonathan Sawyer's New Christian Film Project "Remember"

ORLANDO, Fla. – During a recent interview with FNN Good News & Reviews, Jonathan Sawyer, the director and Michelle Ellis,...

VIDEO: FNN Good News & Reviews, Part 2: Dezerland Park Orlando on Hosting Big Bounce America, Party for the Big Game

The Big Bounce America features the world's largest bounce house, measuring a whopping 16,000 feet. Photo: The Big Bounce America.

VIDEO: FNN Good News & Reviews, Part 1: Big Bounce America Brings the World’s Largest Bounce House to Orlando

Joaquin Restrepo's Amor Fati exhibit. Image courtesy of joaquinrestrepo.com (screen capture).

VIDEO: FNN Good News & Reviews Artist Spotlight: Visual Artist Joaquin Restrepo

FNN Good News & Reviews: Mandola’s Italian Kitchen Opens Third Florida Location in Oldsmar

Dezerland Park Orlando's Auto Museum showcases owner Mike Dezer's extensive collection of vehicles from all over the world--from Europe to Hollywood. Photo: J. Willie David III / Florida National News.

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FNN Good News & Reviews: Welcome to Dezerland Action Park Orlando, Florida’s Biggest Indoor Entertainment Complex

Travel, Tourism & Attractions News

Conference attendees walk through a spacious atrium with IACP 2026 welcome banners, an information desk, escalators and an IACP TV screen.

Travel and Tourism2 years ago

Global Police Leaders Gather in Orlando for IACP 2026 Conference

Four-day conference at the Orange County Convention Center features leadership training, educational workshops and an exposition showcasing law enforcement products...

Business12 months ago

Avelo Airlines Expands Lakeland Base with Atlanta, Detroit Flights and Second Aircraft

Entertainment1 year ago

Jeffery Lorenzo Williams: Defying Limits and Redefining Possibility

Food & Drinks1 year ago

ICON Park Celebrates Florida Residents with Exclusive Dining, Drink, and Attraction Deals

Cultural1 year ago

Breaking the Surface: Black Faces, Deep Roots — How Catherine White and André Musgrove Reframe the Stigma of Swimming

Avelo Airlines Expands Lakeland Service with New Nonstop Flights to Nashville

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Nikki Fried to Challenge Trump’s Economic Record Ahead of Florida Visit

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (FNN) — Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried plans to hold a virtual press call ahead of President...

Jacksonville Waves guard Shyanne Sellers drives against a Charlotte defender during UPSHOT League basketball action.

Basketball2 months ago

WNBA Bound: Jacksonville Waves Guard Shyanne Sellers Signs With Los Angeles Sparks

Florida2 months ago

Byron Donalds Secures Endorsement From Gainesville Democrat Cynthia Moore Chestnut, Spotlighting Cross-Party Politics

Florida3 months ago

‘Floridians Have Voted for Change’: Angie Nixon Claims Democratic U.S. Senate Nomination

Florida5 months ago

Former Air Force Colonel and Physician Rudolph Moise Seeks Florida Congressional Seat Vacated by Frederica Wilson

North Florida News8 months ago

Governor DeSantis Reviews 11 Florida Bills Covering Agriculture, Coastal Resiliency and Drug Prices

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USF Men’s Basketball Opens Chris Mack Era With 98–71 Win Over Charleston Southern

TAMPA, Fla. (FNN SPORTS) — The University of South Florida men’s basketball team opened its 2026–27 season with a 98–71...

Central Florida News5 days ago

HISTORYMAKER: Tiffany Moore Russell makes history as first Black woman elected Orange County mayor

James Uthmeier speaks at a news conference wearing a navy suit, white shirt and red tie, with flags behind him.

Attorney General James Uthmeter announces 100 felony counts against Kissimmee man, sues AI platform

Kash Patel seated onstage in a gray suit and dark tie, speaking with one hand raised against a black and turquoise background.

FBI Director Kash Patel Addresses Global Threats, Crime-Fighting Partnerships at International Police Conference in Orlando

Broadcaster Ray Cruz Santiago Criticizes Samuel Vilchez Santiago With Communist Graphics, Puerto Rican Identity Claims

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers to Select 25 Coaches for 2027 Academy, Five for Fellowships

Miami / South Florida News

Politics2 months ago

Jim Boyd, Jay Trumbull Endorse Alex Rizo for Florida Senate District 39

Republican legislative leaders back Rizo as race develops to replace former Sen. Bryan Avila in Miami-Dade County MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla....

Business2 months ago

Amazon Cargo Jet Overruns Miami Airport Runway by 1,300 Feet, Killing 5 as NTSB Investigates

Regan Hutsell of Texas Crowned Miss America 2027 in West Palm Beach

Miss Texas, Miss Utah and Miss New Jersey Win 2026 Miss America Preliminary Talent Awards

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Lee Brice, Kane Brown, Brantley Gilbert, Brandon Lake and Stephen Wilson Jr. to Headline Audacy’s Stars and Strings in South Florida

Florida2 months ago

[COURTS & LAW] Paula Stark Court Record Could Impact Daisy Morales, James Bush III Defamation Lawsuits Against FHDCC

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Autos11 months ago

Magnus Racing Adds Madison Snow to 2026 Rolex 24 at Daytona Lineup

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (FNN SPORTS) — Magnus Racing will return to the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship’s GTD class for the...

Autos3 years ago

Braun’s Beastly Acura Leads Canadian Tire Motorsport Park Practice

Garg Doubles Up, Liefooghe Gets Redemption in VP Racing Challenge Race 2 at Sebring Managing Traffic Was Key to Victory in Both Classes

Josh Herrin (center) celebrates his DAYTONA 200 win at the Daytona International Speedway Saturday, March 11, 2023, 12 years after his last win. Josh Hayes won second place and Cameron Petersen won third. Photo: J. Willie David III/Florida National News.

2023 DAYTONA 200: Josh Herrin Claws Back from Penalty to Snatch Victory

Eli Tomac crosses the finish line, winning the DAYTONA Supercross at Daytona International Speedway a record seventh time, matching Richard Petty's record Saturday, March 4, 2023. Photo: Harry Castiblanco/Florida National News.

PHOTOS: 2023 DAYTONA Supercross: Eli Tomac Matches Richard Petty with Historic 7th Daytona Win

FILE - Eli Tomac takes to the air during the 2017 DAYTONA Supercross. (J. Willie David III/Florida National News file photo)

DAYTONA Supercross Preview: Eli Tomac Wants to Make More History; Cooper Webb Hopes to Nab 1st Win

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HEALTH

Buccaneers to Honor Cancer Survivors at Sunday’s Crucial Catch Game, Donating $40K to Research

AdventHealth awards $1.4 million to 6 nonprofits addressing urgent workforce needs in Central Florida

Central Florida News2 years ago

Officials Celebrate Milestone at AdventHealth Minneola Topping-Out Ceremony

Orange County Corrections and Corrections Health Services Reaccredited for Quality Health Care Services