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Former Florida gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum tested negative for drugs after voluntarily enrolling in a drug testing program following his July 2 arrest in Alabama. He faces charges including felony possession of a controlled substance and has pleaded not guilty.
Florida wildlife officials confirmed DNA from Brittany Clark matched a 13-foot alligator captured after the fatal attack on the Econlockhatchee River on June 28. The alligator performed a 'death roll' during the attack, grabbing Clark's arm and then her other arm after she was briefly released. Clark was swimming in shoulder-deep water with her boyfriend and another friend when the attack occurred.
This commentary argues that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is undermining the Republican primary to succeed him by refusing to endorse the front-runner, Byron Donalds, and instead creating a divisive vacuum. It contends that DeSantis's actions are driven by personal grievances and presidential ambitions, risking his political capital and party unity.
This commentary argues that the transfer of the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus to New College of Florida is a complex and incomplete process, with many details unresolved. It contends that the move, championed by Governor DeSantis, expands New College's footprint but leaves USF students, faculty, and funding largely intact, suggesting the takeover is more symbolic than substantive.
Florida's 67 counties will pay nearly $420 million for Medicaid this fiscal year, with costs rising to $452 million next year. Miami-Dade County owes the most at $69 million. The projections come as Amendment 3, which could cut county revenue, heads to voters.
The AMBER Alert for 13-year-old Layla Alexis Nubian Carter was canceled after she was found safe in Jacksonville, Florida. Two people were taken into custody; authorities have not disclosed if suspect Giavannie Alexis Carter is among them.
A new Change Research poll shows Democrat David Jolly leading Republican Byron Donalds 46% to 40% in the Florida governor's race. The poll indicates a slight shift from last month's 5-point lead. Jolly remains relatively unknown, with only 45% of voters having heard of him.
Two Hillsborough County sheriff's deputies were shot in Ruskin, Florida, according to the sheriff. The incident occurred on Thursday.
A jury found Florida State Representative Fabian Basabe liable in a sexual harassment case. The verdict comes after Basabe chose to represent himself in court.