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By Jim Saunders ©2025 The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Pointing to a lack of tests about whether the substances were marijuana or legal hemp, a state appeals court Wednesday tossed out a drug-trafficking...

Ken Welch to compensate people harmed by construction St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch announced a plan to compensate residents of the Black community who were harmed by the construction of Interstate I-75. Brightline workers vote to...

A drug-sniffing dog's alert did not justify police searching a car; the dog could not differentiate between medical marijuana and illegal pot.

Listen: The proposed constitutional amendment to legalize weed in Florida has gotten bipartisan support, including from former President Donald Trump.   The Hillsborough County Black Chamber of Commerce talked about the pros and cons of legalization...

Stay informed on the recent political developments surrounding marijuana legalization. Discover the impact of new federal policies and public support for cannabis.

The Florida Young Republicans is a conservative leadership organization that serves members ages 18-40. They are facing pressure after going against the DeSantis administration by throwing their support behind Amendment Three – which would legalize...

Attorney John Morgan is the founder of America’s largest personal injury firm, Morgan and Morgan.  He’s  also a fierce advocate for marijuana rights, and has given thousands to Democratic campaigns. Morgan began his advocacy arguing...

The Smart & Safe Florida political committee is leading efforts to pass a recreational marijuana initiative on Florida's November ballot.

The Florida Sheriffs Association 2024 Summer Conference is this week in Orlando. Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke Tuesday to law enforcement attendees and had a lot to say about the constitutional amendment to legalize recreational marijuana...

The Governor of Maryland pardons more than 100,000 people. Meanwhile, DeSantis comments on Florida's energy.

A political committee leading efforts to pass a constitutional amendment aimed at ensuring abortion rights raised nearly $11.8 million.