Biden responds to criticism over his debate performance: 'I screwed up'
"I had a bad night," Biden said in an interview on July 4 with radio host Earl Ingram. "And the fact of the matter is that, you know, I screwed up."
Dancers under 21 suing state over new age requirements for Florida strip club workers
Dancers across Florida are fighting to get back to work. Several lost their jobs after a new law went into effect Monday banning strip clubs from hiring anyone under 21. Previously, you had to be 18. Now, they’re suing the state.
Trump moves to overturn New York hush money verdict following Supreme Court decision
Donald Trump’s lawyers on Monday asked the New York judge who presided over his hush money trial to set aside his conviction and delay his sentencing, scheduled for later this month.
Biden, Trump clash on key issues in first 2024 presidential debate
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump faced off in the first 2024 presidential debate in Atlanta, discussing key issues such as crime, the economy, and abortion.
Madeira Beach leaders respond to former mayor's accusations of corruption
Madeira Beach leaders are responding to former Mayor Jim Rostek’s claims of corruption within City Hall, and they’re not happy.
How to watch the Biden-Trump debate
Biden and Trump are participating in the first presidential debate on Thursday night. Here’s how to watch live and other things to know.
Surgeon general declares gun violence in US a public health crisis
Dr. Vivek Murthy issued the advisory Tuesday outlining the "urgent threat firearm violence poses to the health and well-being of our country."
Hunter Biden's law license suspended in DC following historic guilty verdict
Hunter Biden's license to practice law in the District of Columbia was suspended following a jury finding him guilty in his criminal gun trial earlier this month.
Planned Parenthood announces that it will spend $40 million ahead of November's election
Planned Parenthood is injecting $40 million into the November elections to support President Biden and key Democrats, centering their campaign on abortion rights and targeting critical battleground states.
Donald Trump has picked his running mate and they will be at Thursday's debate
Donald Trump said he has made his vice presidential candidate decision and that that person will be in attendance Thursday night in Atlanta at the first debate.
Madeira Beach Mayor resigns, calls out ‘corruptive behavior’ in letter to residents
There's a shakeup at Madeira Beach City Hall after Mayor Jim Rostek abruptly resigned last Friday, but not before sending a letter to the city's residents outlining a series of concerns surrounding what he calls "corruptive behavior."
Polk County arts community reacts to Governor DeSantis vetoing cultural art grants
The arts community is rattled and shocked by Governor Ron DeSantis vetoing various cultural art grants.
Ethics probe into Matt Gaetz now reviewing allegations of sexual misconduct and illicit drug use
The House Ethics Committee on Tuesday gave an unusual public update into its long-running investigation of Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., saying its review now includes whether Gaetz engaged in sexual misconduct and illicit drug use, accepted improper gifts and sought to obstruct government investigations of his conduct.
Bump stock ban struck down by Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has struck down a nationwide ban on bump stocks, a gun accessory that helps semi-automatic weapons fire like machine guns. It was used in the nation's deadliest mass shooting.
'Right to IVF Act' blocked by Senate Republicans in latest battle
Senate Republicans blocked the Right to IVF Act, a bill championed by Sen. Tammy Duckworth to establish a nationwide right for women to access IVF and other fertility treatments, with the vote highlighting political differences on reproductive care ahead of the upcoming election.
Recreational marijuana amendment sparking discussion of potential economic benefits
In less than five months, Floridians will vote on whether to legalize marijuana for recreational use. On Thursday, leaders from Tampa Bay held a roundtable to discuss how the legalization of marijuana for recreational use could have a major impact on the economy.
Trump has 'sort of a pretty good idea' of VP pick; may announce during RNC
"During the convention," Trump said Thursday when asked about the announcement. "There were some good people and, we have some very good people."
Fort Worth man charged with threatening FBI agent after Hunter Biden verdict
"We’ll hunt you [expletive]s down and slaughter you like the traitorous dogs you are in your own [expletive] homes," 43-year-old Timothy Muller allegedly said in a voice message.
Abortion pill case: Supreme Court rejects limits to mifepristone access
In a unanimous decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has rejected a push to restrict access to mifepristone, a medication used for abortions.
Judge halts law requiring city officials share financial information as cities still feel effects
A state law requiring local city officials to disclose more of their finances is now on hold after a federal judge's ruling.