Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.
Missouri governor calls for map redraw
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette
·
August 30, 2025
Missouri governor calls for map redraw JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Republican Gov. Mike Kehoe said Friday that he is calling Missouri lawmakers into a special session to redraw the state's U.S. House districts as part of a growing national battle...
Another GOP Governor Caves to Trump’s Redistricting Blitz
The Daily Beast
·
August 30, 2025
Missouri’s Republican Governor Mike Kehoe has called state lawmakers for a special session to redraw Missouri’s congressional maps, after a push from President Donald Trump. In a video statement posted to social media, Kehoe explained his...
Florida's springs face pollution, development and climate threats
CBS 4 Miami - Florida
·
Seen from the air, a Florida freshwater spring is a bit of liquid heaven, luring humans and wildlife to enjoy its aquamarine cool. With at least 1,000 of them — more than any other state — the springs serve as beaches for large swaths of central...
UGA student critically injured in New Orleans identified as Florida native, Phi Mu member
The Red & Black - Georgia
·
The Red & Black has confirmed that the University of Georgia student critically injured during Wednesday morning's terrorist attack in New Orleans is sophomore Elle Eisele. Eisele is a Fort Myers, Florida native and a member of UGA’s Phi Mu...
Florida's CFO says he chose Jacksonville to audit after hearing from taxpayers
WJXX First Coast News - Florida
·
August 29, 2025
CFO Blaise Ingoglia says audit of Jacksonville finances is still underway. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Florida’s Chief Financial Officer stopped in Jacksonville Friday, just three weeks after starting the process of auditing the city’s spending. CFO...
Florida death penalty: Victim families didn't support the latest execution
Florida Today
·
Florida leads the U.S. in executions in 2025, with 11 out of the nation's 30. The most recent execution was Curtis Windom, convicted of a triple murder in 1992. Windom's family, along with the victims' families, opposed the execution, citing...
The Weekly Wrap: Florida Cities Face a War on Rainbow Crosswalks
Next City
·
August 29, 2025
Welcome back to The Weekly Wrap, our Friday roundup of stories that explain the problems oppressing people in cities and elevate the solutions that bring us closer to economic, environmental and social justice. If you enjoy this newsletter, share...
Florida Gov. DeSantis Signs Death Warrant For Man Convicted In 1990 Killing Of Married Couple
The Free Press - Tampa - Florida
·
August 29, 2025
Florida Man Scheduled for Execution as State’s Execution Rate Rises Victor Tony Jones, 64, is scheduled to be executed on September 30, following a death warrant signed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Jones was convicted of two counts of...
Florida’s once-pristine springs are under growing threat
Jacksonville Today - Florida
·
August 29, 2025
Seen from the air, a Florida freshwater spring is a bit of liquid heaven, luring humans and wildlife to enjoy its aquamarine cool. With at least 1,000 of them — more than any other state — the springs serve as beaches for large swaths of central...
Florida started with Pulse, wiping out hundreds of colorful crosswalks
Daytona Beach News Journal - Florida
·
Florida is removing colorful crosswalks and street art following a federal directive to eliminate "distractions" from roadways. The state is enforcing the removal of these art installations, some of which commemorate historical events or...
Missouri’s Republican governor calling special session to redraw House districts
Lawrence Journal-World - Kansas
·
photo by: AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe delivers the State of the State address, Jan. 28, 2025, in Jefferson City, Mo. Jefferson City, Mo. — Republican Gov. Mike Kehoe said Friday that he is calling Missouri lawmakers into...
Central Florida special elections Tuesday to fill state House, Senate seats in Orange
Orlando Sentinel - Florida
·
August 29, 2025
Central Florida voters will choose from among several familiar faces Tuesday in two special elections for the state Legislature to fill the vacancies caused by the unexpected death of longtime state Sen. Geraldine Thompson earlier this year....
This week on social: President Nelson speaks on charity, President Holland answers questions about finding peace in last days
The Church News
·
August 29, 2025
29 Aug 2025, 12:18 p.m. MDT Your browser does not support the audio element. Play audio Listen to this Article Audio quality:| Skip back 15 seconds Play audio Skip forward 15 seconds Decrease playback rate 1.0x Increase playback rate 00:00/00:00...
Florida AG: Seminole man arrested for petition fraud for pro-pot amendment
Orlando Sentinel - Florida
·
August 29, 2025
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced Friday that a Seminole County man was recently arrested for petition fraud in collecting signatures for a pro-marijuana legalization group, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement....
Column: Why is the state of Florida fighting its mandate to protect manatees?
Tampa Bay Newspapers INC - Florida
·
Earlier this year, the state of Florida showed up in court, demanding an acknowledgment that it has no duty under federal law to defend manatees. And now state environmental officials are on their way to appeals court, repeating that request in...
Florida Rep. Donalds Blasts D.C.’s “Weak Sauce” Crime Policies In Fox News Interview
The Free Press - Tampa - Florida
·
August 29, 2025
Florida Congressman pushes for stricter crime laws in the nation’s capital and calls out Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook on her mortgage applications. Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) recently appeared on Fox Business Network’s “Kudlow” to...
Florida could lose staggering $218M in ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ shutdown less than two months after opening
The Mirror US
·
August 29, 2025
Florida may be left with a $218 million bill after converting a remote training airport in the Everglades into an immigration detention center known as "Alligator Alcatraz," following a decision to order its closure. The facility could soon be...
Florida CFO issues 16 investigative subpoenas to Orange County employees: Read it
FOX 35 Orlando - Florida
·
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia alleged on Wednesday that some Orange County leaders and employees have not been fully cooperative with Florida's DOGE audit team, specifically surrounding grants and...
Florida man convicted of triple murder dies by lethal injection, extending execution record to 11
FOX 35 Orlando - Florida
·
FLORIDA - A Florida man convicted of killing his girlfriend, her mother and a man he said owed him money more than 30 years ago was put to death on Thursday, extending the record number of executions carried out in the Sunshine State to 11 so far...
Florida’s Rainbow Crosswalks Threatened by New Trump Directive
Out Front Magazine - Colorado
·
August 29, 2025
LBGTQ+ Pride crosswalks in Florida are at risk of mass removal following a new directive from president Donald Trump. According to PinkNews, Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis confirmed that the Department of Transportation has been ordered by the...