ELECTION 2026
Politically Motivated: How Florida’s recreational marijuana amendment failed to make the 2026 ballot
Read full article: Politically Motivated: How Florida’s recreational marijuana amendment failed to make the 2026 ballotChristopher Heath and Lauren Melendez talked about recreational marijuana hurdles making it on the November ballot, former CNN Anchor Don Lemon’s high-profile arrest, and where the governor’s plan to axe property taxes stands in the legislature.
No citizen initiatives on 2026 Florida ballot, including marijuana amendment, state says
Read full article: No citizen initiatives on 2026 Florida ballot, including marijuana amendment, state saysFlorida's secretary of state says none of the 22 citizen initiatives proposed for the 2026 ballot got enough verified petitions to make it, including the recreational marijuana amendment. But the initiative's organizers say Byrd's statement is premature.
With Vindman in the running for Florida Senate Democratic nominee, Jenkins steps aside
Read full article: With Vindman in the running for Florida Senate Democratic nominee, Jenkins steps asideJennifer Jenkins, the former Brevard County school board member who earned acclaim on the left for her criticism of Moms for Liberty, is withdrawing from her U.S. Senate campaign, one day after Alex Vindman jumped into the race.
Outrage over ICE agents during Florida Congressman Cory Mills Town Hall
Read full article: Outrage over ICE agents during Florida Congressman Cory Mills Town HallWhen News 6 arrived to the Brannon Center for Congressman Cory Mills’ Town Hall, we saw at least two dozen officers outside. Inside, Mills took pre-submitted questions, but the topic of ICE quickly overtook the discussion.
Planning to vote by mail in the 2026 Florida elections? Here’s what you need to know
Read full article: Planning to vote by mail in the 2026 Florida elections? Here’s what you need to knowMore Floridians have been using vote-by-mail in the last few elections, as it’s a convenient option, especially for the elderly, the infirm and those who don’t work a classic 9-5 schedule.
Florida GOP governor candidate Byron Donalds defends ICE, supports property tax repeal in interview
Read full article: Florida GOP governor candidate Byron Donalds defends ICE, supports property tax repeal in interviewIn an interview with News 6, Republican candidate for Florida governor, Rep. Byron Donalds, signaled his support for ICE's immigration crackdown, criticized ICE protesters, and pushed to repeal property taxes, and more.
19-year-old UCF student running for Seminole County School Board
Read full article: 19-year-old UCF student running for Seminole County School BoardAhead of the general election later this year, a 19-year-old student at the University of Central Florida is running to hold a position on the Seminole County School Board.
Gov. DeSantis opens Florida legislative session with property taxes, redistricting on agenda
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis opens Florida legislative session with property taxes, redistricting on agendaFlorida’s annual legislative session formally opened Tuesday with representatives and senators gathering in the Florida House chamber to hear opening remarks from their leaders, and also to hear from Gov. Ron DeSantis, who gave his last State of the State address as Florida’s governor.
No election for Windermere as qualifying ends without opponents for new mayor, council member
Read full article: No election for Windermere as qualifying ends without opponents for new mayor, council memberWhen Windermere’s qualifying period closed Friday at noon, three candidates had qualified to run for the three open seats on the town council. With no challengers, Windermere will not hold an election on March 10.
Everything you need to know to vote in Florida’s 2026 midterm elections
Read full article: Everything you need to know to vote in Florida’s 2026 midterm elections2026 is a midterm election year. While we won’t elect a president, in Florida we will decide who should fill some very important seats in government.
How to make sure you are eligible to vote in Florida for the 2026 elections
Read full article: How to make sure you are eligible to vote in Florida for the 2026 electionsFlorida voters in 2026 will decide who succeeds Ron DeSantis as governor, who should run the Florida Legislature, who should represent them in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives, and they’ll decide on races for county and city governments. So it’s important to make sure you are able to vote in Florida.
Apopka Mayor Nelson sues to kick opponent Christine Moore off March election ballot
Read full article: Apopka Mayor Nelson sues to kick opponent Christine Moore off March election ballotApopka Mayor Bryan Nelson, who is running for reelection, is suing an opponent, Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore, to get her taken off the ballot, accusing her of violating the city's residency requirements.
Brevard County approves $6K per household upgrading septic systems on Indian River Lagoon
Read full article: Brevard County approves $6K per household upgrading septic systems on Indian River LagoonUnder Florida law, by 2030, septic tanks have to be upgraded to a system that releases minimal amounts of nitrogen, which creates algae blooms.
Right-wing personality James Fishback announces Florida governor campaign
Read full article: Right-wing personality James Fishback announces Florida governor campaignJames Fishback is positioning himself as an alternative to the Republican frontrunner, U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, and as a successor to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ political policies.
Florida judge upholds throwing out 200,000 recreational marijuana amendment signatures
Read full article: Florida judge upholds throwing out 200,000 recreational marijuana amendment signaturesSiding with Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration, a Leon County circuit judge on Friday ruled that state officials did not err when ordering supervisors of elections to scrap more than 200,000 petition signatures supporting a proposed constitutional amendment to allow recreational marijuana.
Should Brevard County renew tax to clean Indian River Lagoon? Here’s how voters could decide
Read full article: Should Brevard County renew tax to clean Indian River Lagoon? Here’s how voters could decideBrevard County might ask voters to pay for cleaning the Indian River Lagoon for another 10 years. Tuesday, county commissioners will pick up the debate over renewing the 2016 half-cent sales tax when it expires next Election Day.
Who is Jerry Demings, the Orange County mayor running for Florida governor
Read full article: Who is Jerry Demings, the Orange County mayor running for Florida governorKnown for his deep voice and slow-paced cadence, the 66-year-old Jerry Demings is a pragmatic powerhouse politician in Central Florida. Outside of the region, however, he will have a lot of work to do to increase his visibility. Here's what you need to know about the newest candidate for governor.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings formally files to run for Florida governor
Read full article: Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings formally files to run for Florida governorLast week, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings teased a big announcement coming on Thursday. But the spoiler came on Monday: Demings is officially running for Florida governor next year.
Florida House pitches property tax proposals for 2026 ballot. Read the bills
Read full article: Florida House pitches property tax proposals for 2026 ballot. Read the billsThe Florida House on Thursday rolled out a series of proposed constitutional amendments to cut property taxes, while looking to shield funding for schools and law enforcement. One bill would get rid of most homesteaded residential property taxes.
Jennifer Jenkins, former Brevard school board member, will run for US Senate
Read full article: Jennifer Jenkins, former Brevard school board member, will run for US SenateJennifer Jenkins, the former Brevard County school board member who was a frequent antagonist of Moms for Liberty members and conservative leaders, will run for U.S. Senate next year.
Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins considers run for governor
Read full article: Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins considers run for governorFlorida’s lieutenant governor, Jay Collins, is considering a run for governor in 2026. In an exclusive interview with News 6’s Laverne McGee, Collins talked about his background, what matters to him, and what would influence his decision to enter the race.