As new Florida law kicks in, Tallahassee's homeless shelter staffs up
A new Florida law with a major impact on unhoused people -- and their communities -- takes effect today (Tuesday, Oct. 1). Tallahassee’s emergency homeless shelter, the Kearney Center, is staffing up. The new law prevents local governments from allowing public camping or sleeping on public property.
Homeless, ‘Margaritaville’ among new Florida laws taking effect on Oct. 1
Nearly three dozen new state laws will take effect Oct. 1, including a contentious measure that will limit where homeless people can sleep.
New Florida laws to take effect Oct. 1
Nearly three dozen new state laws will take effect Oct. 1, including a contentious measure that will limit where homeless people can sleep.
New Florida laws impact homeless population, homeowners with flood damage
Other measures include creating a license plate for Parrot Heads living the life of the late singer Jimmy Buffett and flood disclosure requirements for home buyers. In all, 34 laws that passed during the 2024 legislative session are now in effect,
How Miami will respond to new Florida homelessness law
Sleeping in public places is now illegal across Florida. A new state law targeting residents experiencing homelessness takes effect Tuesday. Why it matters: Supporters say public camping creates safety and quality of life issues,
Florida’s strict homeless law kicks in Tuesday
A revolution in how Florida handles its homeless starts Tuesday. A new state law will ban people from sleeping on public property, and could force massive changes in how cities and counties respond to the growing unhoused population.
New Florida law bans those struggling with homelessness from sleeping outdoors
MIAMI - A new law taking effect Tuesday will impact thousands of people struggling with homelessness across Florida. House Bill 1365 prohibits camping on streets, sidewalks, and in parks. Cities and counties are required to provide temporary shelter,
What you should know about the dozens of new Florida laws taking effect
These are just three of the 34 new laws taking effect Tuesday. Here’s a rundown of the six bills we think you should know about. The new homeless encampment law, HB 1365, would allow county residents,
Tallahassee hemp store owner says fatal shooting was 'out of self defense' during robbery
An owner of the Florida Hemp Distribution store, which became the scene of a homicide investigation Friday, says the fatal ...
Tallahassee trial judge tosses challenge to state abortion webpage
A Tallahassee trial judge on Monday tossed out a lawsuit seeking to stop the DeSantis administration from using state ...
Former Florida state senator found guilty in ‘ghost candidate’ case
Former Sen. Frank Artiles will be sentenced sometime after Oct. 21. He was found guilty of campaign finance and voter ...
Helene prompts new wave of punchlines about Florida State MagLab repelling hurricanes
Hurricane Helene got people joking, and seriously wondering, about whether the MagLab can repel severe weather from ...
Helene updates: Cat. 4 bullet grazes Tallahassee as hurricane alley takes another hit
Helene was a Category 4 hurricane as it made landfall along Florida's Big Bend and Nature Coast. Here's what's happening ...
Tallahassee police investigate homicide at hemp shop; ‘all involved parties identified’
The homicide was a result of a shooting, TPD spokesperson Heather Merritt said, marking the 47th serious shooting in the ...
South Florida students rode out Hurricane Helene in Tallahassee
Some South Florida​ parents are breathing a sigh of relief after their kids decided to ride out Hurricane Helene​ in ...
Tallahassee prepares for 'historic event' as Helene closes in on Florida
Residents of Florida’s capital prepared to evacuate their homes and stocked up on sandbags, food and supplies Wednesday as ...
Will DJ Uiagalelei play vs Clemson? Florida State depth chart raises questions at QB
Will former Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei play for Florida State against the Tigers? Here's what the FSU depth chart and ...
Leon County, city of Tallahassee to begin debris collection soon
The county starts the first pass of debris collection Saturday, Oct. 5; the city will begin collection Tuesday.