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The makeup of the U.S. Senate could change as a result of the 2024 elections.

Four U.S. Senate races to watch: Can Democrats hold on to their majority in November?

Sep 30, 2024

By Madalaine Elhabbal

For the Democrats to hold on to their majority, all of their incumbents need to be reelected and they need... Read more

Floodwaters inundate the main street in Tarpon Springs, Florida, after Hurricane Helene passed offshore on Sept. 27, 2024. Hurricane Helene made landfall Thursday night in Florida’s Big Bend with winds up to 140 mph and storm surges.

Florida dioceses seek help as state reels from massive Hurricane Helene

Sep 27, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

The Catholic Charities network as well as dioceses across the state of Florida appealed for help as Hurricane Helene wreaked... Read more

“Exactly what ‘faith’ are you talking about when you say you don’t have to abandon it to support abortion?” NFL Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy asked in response to a pro-abortion social media post by Vice President Kamala Harris.

NFL Hall of Fame coach questions Kamala Harris’ comments on abortion, faith

Sep 20, 2024

By Jonah McKeown

Tony Dungy, a Super Bowl-winning football coach and a pro-life evangelical Christian, criticized Vice President Kamala Harris’ definition of “faith.” Read more

Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw holds a photograph of the rifle and other items found near where a suspect was discovered during a press conference regarding an apparent assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump on Sept. 15, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Florida.

FBI investigating apparent assassination attempt of Donald Trump in Florida

Sep 15, 2024

By Daniel Payne

Trump was reportedly playing golf at the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach when shots were fired on... Read more

A pro-life supporter stands on a lamppost and holds a sign that reads "MAKE ABORTION UNTHINKABLE" in front of the Supreme Court on June 20, 2024, in Washington, D.C.

Florida investigating abortion amendment signatures for fraud

Sep 6, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

As Election Day approaches, here’s the latest news on abortion from around the nation. Read more

Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. president Donald Trump speaks at Trump Force 47 campaign headquarters on Aug. 26, 2024 in Roseville, Michigan.

Trump says he will vote ‘no’ on Florida pro-abortion amendment

Aug 30, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

Trump had earlier suggested he might vote in favor of the controversial amendment. Read more

Vandalism at a Heartbeat of Miami pregnancy center in Hialeah, Florida, July 3, 2022.

Florida pro-abortion activists to pay restitution following pro-life clinic vandalism 

Jul 26, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

At Heartbeat of Miami, the vandalism resulted in thousands of dollars in damages, with graffitied messages such as “Jane’s Revenge”... Read more

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Florida warns abortion amendment might ‘negatively affect’ state’s economy

Jul 18, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

The state Financial Impact Estimating Conference approved a “financial impact” statement to be placed on the ballot alongside the abortion... Read more

Vandalism at a Heartbeat of Miami pregnancy center in Hialeah, Florida, July 3, 2022.

Perpetrators to be ‘held accountable’ after vandalism against pregnancy center

Jul 2, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

Heartbeat of Miami has “reached a favorable settlement” with vandals who graffitied its property in June 2022, according to a... Read more

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Two court rulings deal blow, victory to U.S. transgender advocates

Jun 12, 2024

By Daniel Payne

Two court rulings in Florida and Texas simultaneously dealt both a victory and a setback to transgender advocates in the... Read more

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Florida church employee pleads guilty to defrauding parish of $775,000

May 30, 2024

By Daniel Payne

The stolen money went toward “expensive purchases of concert and show tickets, luxury goods, payments to her home mortgage, and... Read more

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Florida priest charged for biting arm of woman he says was desecrating Eucharist

May 23, 2024

By Matt McDonald

Father Fidel Rodriguez admitted to police that he bit the woman but said he did so only after she reached... Read more

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis listens as Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody speaks during a press conference at the Broward County Courthouse on Aug. 18, 2022, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Florida sues Biden administration over rule requiring ‘dangerous, irreversible’ gender procedures

May 7, 2024

By Daniel Payne

The lawsuit is meant to halt the White House’s attempt to “force the state to pay for puberty blockers and... Read more

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Florida issues emergency rules to combat Biden abortion ‘misinformation’ 

May 2, 2024

By Peter Pinedo

The rules establish guidance for lifesaving measures and clarify that certain procedures are not considered abortion and remain legal. Read more

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Orlando Catholic priest among four killed in Palm Bay shooting

Jan 29, 2024

By Tyler Arnold

Father Robert Hoeffner, who celebrated his 50th year in the priesthood last year, was allegedly killed by a 24-year-old man... Read more

Cardinal Christophe Pierre speaks during an educational event at St. Petersburg Catholic High School in St. Petersburg, Florida, on Jan. 24, 2024. The event included a panel discussion on “The Risk of Education” by Father Luigi Giussani. The event was sponsored by the Tampa Bay Communion and Liberation community.

Pope’s ambassador to U.S. moderates education forum in Florida

Jan 26, 2024

By Kate Quiñones

Cardinal Christophe Pierre, the apostolic nuncio to the United States, was in St. Petersburg, Florida, Wednesday to draw attention to... Read more

Republican presidential candidate Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis delivers remarks during the FOX Business Republican Primary Debate at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library on Sept. 27, 2023, in Simi Valley, California.

Ron DeSantis suspends presidential campaign after second-place finish in Iowa

Jan 21, 2024

By Daniel Payne

The Florida governor had placed distantly behind former President Donald Trump in the Iowa caucuses. Read more

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Florida attorney general seeks to block pro-abortion measure from 2024 ballot

Oct 17, 2023

By Jonah McKeown

Attorney General Ashley Moody claims the measure “does not satisfy the legal requirements for ballot placement.” Read more

Alumni of Loyola Marymount University have launched a petition drive calling for the Los Angeles-area Catholic school to stop encouraging students to use preferred pronouns tied to their gender identity.

Florida judge slams ‘transgender ideology’ in defense of teacher fired over pronouns

Oct 13, 2023

By Tyler Arnold

The judge said the Miami-Dade school district had imposed “transgender ideology” on the teacher, calling it a secular “state-sponsored religion.” Read more

Former President Trump addresses attendees at CPAC 2020.

Donald Trump calls 6-week abortion ban a ‘terrible mistake’ 

Sep 18, 2023

By Peter Pinedo

Trump made the comments in reference to Florida’s six-week “heartbeat” abortion ban signed by his chief opponent in the 2024... Read more