Gov. Ron DeSantis is not a theater fan … at least not a fan of “COVID-19” theater. He wants things like the masking on planes rules suspended.  Also, on today’s Sunrise … — Charlie Crist released a video of himself pumping gas – for over 5 bucks a gallon. He wants the Governor to reduce the state gas tax … now. — When emergency pandemic orders expire, what happens to kids who got on Medicaid under the order? Sunrise talks with Florida Politics reporter Christine Sexton.  — The information was over the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been taken to a new level. Arnold Schwarzenegger speaks to the Russian people. 

Gov. Ron DeSantis is not a theater fan … at least not a fan of “COVID-19” theater. He wants things like the masking on planes rules suspended. Also, on today’s Sunrise … — Charlie Crist released a video of himself pumping gas – for over 5 bucks a gallon. He wants the Governor to reduce the state gas tax … now. — When emergency pandemic orders expire, what happens to kids who got on Medicaid under the order? Sunrise talks with Florida Politics reporter Christine Sexton. — The information was over the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been taken to a new level. Arnold Schwarzenegger speaks to the Russian people.

Theater fan

So, we all know that the rent’s too damn high in Florida. Now, thanks to Gov. Ron DeSantis, we know why … it’s the Center for Disease Control, the Joe Biden administration and the COVID-19 rent moratorium.  Also on Today’s Sunrise … — A powerful online speech to Congress from the besieged leader of Ukraine has Sen. Rick Scott criticizing the President and Congressman Charlie Crist criticizing Florida’s Governor. — Is it a little deal or a big deal that Marco Rubio just might get daylight saving time made permanent this time? — And how have we lived without a pizza ATM?

So, we all know that the rent’s too damn high in Florida. Now, thanks to Gov. Ron DeSantis, we know why … it’s the Center for Disease Control, the Joe Biden administration and the COVID-19 rent moratorium. Also on Today’s Sunrise … — A powerful online speech to Congress from the besieged leader of Ukraine has Sen. Rick Scott criticizing the President and Congressman Charlie Crist criticizing Florida’s Governor. — Is it a little deal or a big deal that Marco Rubio just might get daylight saving time made permanent this time? — And how have we lived without a pizza ATM?

Skyrocketing

Gov. Ron DeSantis kills standardized testing in Florida schools with the stroke of a pen … and then knocks recently approved term limits for school board members, saying they’re too short. Also, on today’s Sunrise … — Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried likes all the AG money the Legislature put in the budget. The rest of the Session — not so much. — Catching up on Session postmortems — this time with Senate Democrats. — Marco Rubio may be seeing light at the end of the tunnel in his campaign for permanent daylight saving time.

Gov. Ron DeSantis kills standardized testing in Florida schools with the stroke of a pen … and then knocks recently approved term limits for school board members, saying they’re too short. Also, on today’s Sunrise … — Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried likes all the AG money the Legislature put in the budget. The rest of the Session — not so much. — Catching up on Session postmortems — this time with Senate Democrats. — Marco Rubio may be seeing light at the end of the tunnel in his campaign for permanent daylight saving time.

No standards

Sine Die has come and gone. The 2022 Legislative Session is finally over, with a couple of days’ extension. Gov. Ron DeSantis says it was “the year of the parent” in the Legislature, with the passage of “Stop Woke” and the so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bills. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Redistricting maps have been drawn and approved, but they still aren’t on the Governor’s desk and he’s still hinting at a veto. — As the Session ends, there’s already talk about a Special Session to focus on the unaddressed problem of homeowners insurance. — The Democrats had a pretty soul-baring Session. They say it upped their visibility.

Sine Die has come and gone. The 2022 Legislative Session is finally over, with a couple of days’ extension. Gov. Ron DeSantis says it was “the year of the parent” in the Legislature, with the passage of “Stop Woke” and the so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bills. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Redistricting maps have been drawn and approved, but they still aren’t on the Governor’s desk and he’s still hinting at a veto. — As the Session ends, there’s already talk about a Special Session to focus on the unaddressed problem of homeowners insurance. — The Democrats had a pretty soul-baring Session. They say it upped their visibility.

Sine Die

The “Stop Woke” bill is on its way to Gov. Ron DeSantis. The Senate approved the measure, but not before hearing so ‘uncomfortable’ debate about the bill banning ‘uncomfortable’ history conversations in schools. Also, on today’s Sunrise:  — Senators also passed legislation that gives anyone the right to challenge books and teaching materials. Democrats say it will lead to book banning.  — Florida’s so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill has stirred the wrath of the king of reality TV, Andy Cohen. — And, as regular as the bi-yearly time change, Marco Rubio is once-again calling for an end to time changing.

The “Stop Woke” bill is on its way to Gov. Ron DeSantis. The Senate approved the measure, but not before hearing so ‘uncomfortable’ debate about the bill banning ‘uncomfortable’ history conversations in schools. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Senators also passed legislation that gives anyone the right to challenge books and teaching materials. Democrats say it will lead to book banning. — Florida’s so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill has stirred the wrath of the king of reality TV, Andy Cohen. — And, as regular as the bi-yearly time change, Marco Rubio is once-again calling for an end to time changing.

Stop Woke

A tougher immigration law has passed the Florida House and is going to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ desk. He’s sure to sign it. It was kind of his idea. Also on today’s Sunrise: — Debate over the Immigration law was a battle of fact versus fiction, with Democrats saying Republican arguments about immigrants were short on facts. — The Senate is getting into the so-called “Stop Woke” bill, with Democrats trying to make sure its origins are clear. It’s Donald Trump. — And, Rep. Bryan Ávila says his goodbyes … and clue us in on his “Moose” nickname.

A tougher immigration law has passed the Florida House and is going to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ desk. He’s sure to sign it. It was kind of his idea. Also on today’s Sunrise: — Debate over the Immigration law was a battle of fact versus fiction, with Democrats saying Republican arguments about immigrants were short on facts. — The Senate is getting into the so-called “Stop Woke” bill, with Democrats trying to make sure its origins are clear. It’s Donald Trump. — And, Rep. Bryan Ávila says his goodbyes … and clue us in on his “Moose” nickname.

Fact vs. fiction

Florida’s so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill is on its way to Gov. Ron DeSantis. Opponents say it’s grist for a lawsuit. Supporters say it’s all about parents. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Equality Florida says it will be ready to file suit if anyone is harmed by the Don’t Say Gay bill. Sunrise has an interview. — Both DeSantis and Ag Secretary Nikki Fried were in the Panhandle to talk about wildfire. — And, this is a real economic sanction. McDonald's is shutting down, temporarily, in Russia.

Florida’s so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill is on its way to Gov. Ron DeSantis. Opponents say it’s grist for a lawsuit. Supporters say it’s all about parents. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Equality Florida says it will be ready to file suit if anyone is harmed by the Don’t Say Gay bill. Sunrise has an interview. — Both DeSantis and Ag Secretary Nikki Fried were in the Panhandle to talk about wildfire. — And, this is a real economic sanction. McDonald's is shutting down, temporarily, in Russia.

Lawsuit time? 

Call it what you may — Parental Rights in Education or Don’t Say Gay  — the Senate debates; last stop before Gov. Ron DeSantis. Also on today’s Sunrise: — Some of the more emotional testimony yet on the Don’t Say Gay bill came from Democratic Sen. Shevrin Jones. — House Democratic leadership lashes out at the tweets of the Governor’s press secretary. — Gov. Ron DeSantis holds a big roundtable to bash the establishment’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. — Gas prices are way up … and still going. Sunrise talks with the Florida AAA.

Call it what you may — Parental Rights in Education or Don’t Say Gay  — the Senate debates; last stop before Gov. Ron DeSantis. Also on today’s Sunrise: — Some of the more emotional testimony yet on the Don’t Say Gay bill came from Democratic Sen. Shevrin Jones. — House Democratic leadership lashes out at the tweets of the Governor’s press secretary. — Gov. Ron DeSantis holds a big roundtable to bash the establishment’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. — Gas prices are way up … and still going. Sunrise talks with the Florida AAA.

Parental rights

Gov. Ron DeSantis’ press secretary accuses people opposed to the Parental Rights in Education bill of endorsing pedophilia. So, maybe it is the “Don’t Say Gay” bill after all. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Saturday Night Live’s Kate McKinnon takes aim at DeSantis over the “Don’t Say Gay” bill. — More farewells as this Legislative Session ends … this time from Sen. Kelli Stargel and Rep. Michele Rayner. — And with the Session set to end Friday, today is the day to play #CateSineDie on Twitter.

Gov. Ron DeSantis’ press secretary accuses people opposed to the Parental Rights in Education bill of endorsing pedophilia. So, maybe it is the “Don’t Say Gay” bill after all. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Saturday Night Live’s Kate McKinnon takes aim at DeSantis over the “Don’t Say Gay” bill. — More farewells as this Legislative Session ends … this time from Sen. Kelli Stargel and Rep. Michele Rayner. — And with the Session set to end Friday, today is the day to play #CateSineDie on Twitter.

Pedophilia? 

Florida legislators voted to ban most abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, a move that would severely restrict access to the procedure in a state that for decades has served as a refuge for women from across the South. Also on today’s Sunrise: — The Florida Supreme Court has approved House and Senate redistricting maps. But it’s not over yet. Sunrise talks with** Jacob Ogles** of Florida Politics. — Gov. **Ron DeSantis **is trying to revive stalled legislation to protect doctors who want to prescribe unconventional treatments. — The Governor also deliver good medical news about his wife’s cancer. — The goodbyes continue for legislators leaving the Capitol We’ve got a highlight from the farewell of Sen. Audrey Gibson.

Florida legislators voted to ban most abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, a move that would severely restrict access to the procedure in a state that for decades has served as a refuge for women from across the South. Also on today’s Sunrise: — The Florida Supreme Court has approved House and Senate redistricting maps. But it’s not over yet. Sunrise talks with** Jacob Ogles** of Florida Politics. — Gov. **Ron DeSantis **is trying to revive stalled legislation to protect doctors who want to prescribe unconventional treatments. — The Governor also deliver good medical news about his wife’s cancer. — The goodbyes continue for legislators leaving the Capitol We’ve got a highlight from the farewell of Sen. Audrey Gibson.

15-weeks

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Sunrise

Gov. Ron DeSantis will soon be announcing progress made toward fixing the state’s broken unemployment system. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — DeSantis spent the weekend holding briefings with medical experts in Miami and Orlando. Coronavirus hasn’t overwhelmed them, and they say it is time for non-COVID 19 patients to come back and take care of their health problems. They also warn that mask you’re wearing won’t work if you don’t use it right. — When will Florida’s statewide stay-at-home order end? Officials have not figured that out yet, but it won’t be like they can flip a switch and things will go back to normal, the Governor says. People must be convinced they will be safe. — Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried discusses the latest threat to the citrus industry in Florida. It comes from China — but it is not coronavirus. — The latest in Florida Man — a pastor who sucker-punched a 70-year-old man trying to deliver free food to people hurt by the lockdown.

Gov. Ron DeSantis will soon be announcing progress made toward fixing the state’s broken unemployment system. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — DeSantis spent the weekend holding briefings with medical experts in Miami and Orlando. Coronavirus hasn’t overwhelmed them, and they say it is time for non-COVID 19 patients to come back and take care of their health problems. They also warn that mask you’re wearing won’t work if you don’t use it right. — When will Florida’s statewide stay-at-home order end? Officials have not figured that out yet, but it won’t be like they can flip a switch and things will go back to normal, the Governor says. People must be convinced they will be safe. — Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried discusses the latest threat to the citrus industry in Florida. It comes from China — but it is not coronavirus. — The latest in Florida Man — a pastor who sucker-punched a 70-year-old man trying to deliver free food to people hurt by the lockdown.

Unemployment fix

Florida’s latest unemployment numbers will be released — the first monthly report that includes the impact of the coronavirus shutdown. The question is not if the rate goes up, but by how much. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Unemployment checks are in the mail, but there is still a backlog. The man brought in to fix Florida’s broken system says they are working 24/7 to make it easier for people to file a claim. — Gov. Ron DeSantis’ new task force on reopening the state of Florida holds is holding its first meeting; they hope to produce a plan in less than a week. The Governor says they are also getting guidance from the White House. — The state is releasing more information about fatalities in long-term care facilities for seniors, which account for about one-fifth of COVID-19 fatalities in the state. Democrats and advocates for seniors are calling for more transparency, denouncing a request from nursing homes that they get legal immunity for deaths that occur in their facilities. — DeSantis is also under fire for the way the corrections department is responding to the pandemic. A group that works on behalf of inmates’ families says there is a real crisis behind the prison walls and guards are just as vulnerable as convicts. — Good news for hemp growers. The USDA has approved Florida’s plan to ramp up the hemp program and Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried says the first crop could be planted as early as next month. — And the latest in Florida Man antics: A drag queen who fell asleep during his own show.

Florida’s latest unemployment numbers will be released — the first monthly report that includes the impact of the coronavirus shutdown. The question is not if the rate goes up, but by how much. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Unemployment checks are in the mail, but there is still a backlog. The man brought in to fix Florida’s broken system says they are working 24/7 to make it easier for people to file a claim. — Gov. Ron DeSantis’ new task force on reopening the state of Florida holds is holding its first meeting; they hope to produce a plan in less than a week. The Governor says they are also getting guidance from the White House. — The state is releasing more information about fatalities in long-term care facilities for seniors, which account for about one-fifth of COVID-19 fatalities in the state. Democrats and advocates for seniors are calling for more transparency, denouncing a request from nursing homes that they get legal immunity for deaths that occur in their facilities. — DeSantis is also under fire for the way the corrections department is responding to the pandemic. A group that works on behalf of inmates’ families says there is a real crisis behind the prison walls and guards are just as vulnerable as convicts. — Good news for hemp growers. The USDA has approved Florida’s plan to ramp up the hemp program and Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried says the first crop could be planted as early as next month. — And the latest in Florida Man antics: A drag queen who fell asleep during his own show.

Skyrocket

Florida lawmakers on Capitol Hill are gearing up for the possibility of impeachment hearings. Sunrise checks in with GOP consultant, author and “never Trumper” Rick Wilson to see if this is another sideshow or (perhaps) the real thing. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Ron DeSantis breaks his silence on the firing of Susie Wiles, who helped him win the Governor’s race. He says it has nothing to do with leaked emails that seemed to show a pay-for-play system in the Governor’s office. — Despite concerns about unqualified applicants, the Governor and Cabinet hire a new chief judge for the state agency that serves as a check on the Governor’s agencies. And they picked a guy who already works for DeSantis. — September is suicide prevention month and Attorney General Ashley Moody is especially concerned about suicides among law enforcement officers. — And the latest on Florida Man, which includes a bathroom brawl — and a case of battery by avocado.Special Guest: Rick Wilson.

Florida lawmakers on Capitol Hill are gearing up for the possibility of impeachment hearings. Sunrise checks in with GOP consultant, author and “never Trumper” Rick Wilson to see if this is another sideshow or (perhaps) the real thing. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Ron DeSantis breaks his silence on the firing of Susie Wiles, who helped him win the Governor’s race. He says it has nothing to do with leaked emails that seemed to show a pay-for-play system in the Governor’s office. — Despite concerns about unqualified applicants, the Governor and Cabinet hire a new chief judge for the state agency that serves as a check on the Governor’s agencies. And they picked a guy who already works for DeSantis. — September is suicide prevention month and Attorney General Ashley Moody is especially concerned about suicides among law enforcement officers. — And the latest on Florida Man, which includes a bathroom brawl — and a case of battery by avocado.Special Guest: Rick Wilson.

Impeachment?

No Roads to Ruin Coalition is launching a campaign to kill M-CORES — Multi-use Corridors of Regional Economic Significance — a plan for three proposed new toll roads in rural Florida. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — State Rep. Tina Polsky of Boca Raton is looking to change the law which mandates gun owners to lock guns or use trigger guards if there’s anyone in the home under the age of 16. She wants to raise the age to 18.  — Just in time for the Miami Super Bowl, Gov. Ron DeSantis announces a “Python Bowl” as part of the festivities. Beginning Jan. 10, the Python Bowl will reward people for capturing the longest, heaviest and most Burmese pythons. — The Governor is also putting the finishing touches on his education agenda, which could be released as early as next week. — Mom and pop pharmacies in Florida say they’re being driven out of business by Pharmacy Benefit Managers; they are calling on lawmakers to balance the scales ASAP. — Parents of a 9-month-old Florida baby get payback on a porch pirate by filling a decoy boy with dirty diapers.

No Roads to Ruin Coalition is launching a campaign to kill M-CORES — Multi-use Corridors of Regional Economic Significance — a plan for three proposed new toll roads in rural Florida. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — State Rep. Tina Polsky of Boca Raton is looking to change the law which mandates gun owners to lock guns or use trigger guards if there’s anyone in the home under the age of 16. She wants to raise the age to 18.  — Just in time for the Miami Super Bowl, Gov. Ron DeSantis announces a “Python Bowl” as part of the festivities. Beginning Jan. 10, the Python Bowl will reward people for capturing the longest, heaviest and most Burmese pythons. — The Governor is also putting the finishing touches on his education agenda, which could be released as early as next week. — Mom and pop pharmacies in Florida say they’re being driven out of business by Pharmacy Benefit Managers; they are calling on lawmakers to balance the scales ASAP. — Parents of a 9-month-old Florida baby get payback on a porch pirate by filling a decoy boy with dirty diapers.

No tolls

Members of the House Education Committee approved a bill to turn New College into a branch campus of Florida State University and Florida Polytechnic goes to the University of Florida. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — The House and Senate take up their respective budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. The Senate wants to spend about $1.5 billion more than the House. — Lawmakers spent a lot of time in the first half of the Session talking about regulating vaping, but the House has just come up with a new plan NOT supported by either the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association. — Rep. Chip LaMarca talks about compensation for college athletes, butts on the beach, the size of wine bottles and being a red representative in a bright blue county. — A Florida Man who stopped a deputy to ask for directions ends up in jail.

Members of the House Education Committee approved a bill to turn New College into a branch campus of Florida State University and Florida Polytechnic goes to the University of Florida. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — The House and Senate take up their respective budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. The Senate wants to spend about $1.5 billion more than the House. — Lawmakers spent a lot of time in the first half of the Session talking about regulating vaping, but the House has just come up with a new plan NOT supported by either the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association. — Rep. Chip LaMarca talks about compensation for college athletes, butts on the beach, the size of wine bottles and being a red representative in a bright blue county. — A Florida Man who stopped a deputy to ask for directions ends up in jail.

Come together

Gov. Ron DeSantis finally decided to impose a statewide lockdown at one minute after midnight in hopes of containing the coronavirus pandemic in Florida.Also, on today’s Sunrise:— The governor’s reversal is a win for Florida Democrats, who have been urging him to do this for nearly two weeks. The long delay has prompted some to begin calling him the Florida Man of coronavirus. Sen. Perry Thurston talks about how he had dogged the DeSantis right up to the last minute.— The epidemiological model used by the White House predicts Florida will have 6,500 fatalities by June.— While highways are almost empty, the Governor pushing to speed up some major highway projects that normally would create all sorts of delays. Those projects in Tampa, Palm Beach County, Miami-Dade and Orlando add up to more than $2 billion.— It’s been almost three weeks since the state’s price gouging hotline was activated, and Attorney General Ashley Moody says they’ve already received more than 1,200 complaints.— Schools are still empty as kids learn their lessons from home; the Pasco County School Superintendent says there is one good thing has come out of this — parents are more involved than ever in their kid’s education.— The latest on Florida Man, including a man who repeatedly stabbed a police dog in the head. The guy is dead, but the canine is recovering.

Gov. Ron DeSantis finally decided to impose a statewide lockdown at one minute after midnight in hopes of containing the coronavirus pandemic in Florida. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — The governor’s reversal is a win for Florida Democrats, who have been urging him to do this for nearly two weeks. The long delay has prompted some to begin calling him the Florida Man of coronavirus. Sen. Perry Thurston talks about how he had dogged the DeSantis right up to the last minute. — The epidemiological model used by the White House predicts Florida will have 6,500 fatalities by June. — While highways are almost empty, the Governor pushing to speed up some major highway projects that normally would create all sorts of delays. Those projects in Tampa, Palm Beach County, Miami-Dade and Orlando add up to more than $2 billion. — It’s been almost three weeks since the state’s price gouging hotline was activated, and Attorney General Ashley Moody says they’ve already received more than 1,200 complaints. — Schools are still empty as kids learn their lessons from home; the Pasco County School Superintendent says there is one good thing has come out of this — parents are more involved than ever in their kid’s education. — The latest on Florida Man, including a man who repeatedly stabbed a police dog in the head. The guy is dead, but the canine is recovering.

Lockdown Part 2

Gov. Ron DeSantis is announcing a new tool in the fight against COVID-19 in Florida — it’s an RV. Also, on today’s #Sunrise: — Although the state health department didn’t confirm the first case of coronavirus in Florida until March 1, a new report in the Palm Beach Post says it was here as early as January 1. — DeSantis gives another upbeat assessment of Florida’s response to the pandemic during a visit to a coronavirus testing facility in Sarasota. The first batch of tests for COVID 19 antibodies is ready to go, the Governor says. — DeSantis also continues to face questions about the state’s unemployment compensation system. Although he doesn’t want to play the blame game, the Governor threw one of his own people under the bus. — Day 3 of Florida’s soft reopening and some local officials are worried that it’s happening too soon, increasing the chances of another lockdown later this year. Some are blaming the President for stirring up anti-lockdown protests. — Rich Fiesta, of the Alliance for Retired Americans, talks about the importance of vote-by-mail. His group is one of several that is filing a new lawsuit in federal court challenging some of Florida’s rules for vote-by-mail ballots. They seek to make it easier to vote from home during the pandemic. — The new adventures of Florida Man: One is a former Green Beret who tried to overthrow the President of Venezuela. Another carried a toy gun, wearing a dinosaur costume.

Gov. Ron DeSantis is announcing a new tool in the fight against COVID-19 in Florida — it’s an RV. Also, on today’s #Sunrise: — Although the state health department didn’t confirm the first case of coronavirus in Florida until March 1, a new report in the Palm Beach Post says it was here as early as January 1. — DeSantis gives another upbeat assessment of Florida’s response to the pandemic during a visit to a coronavirus testing facility in Sarasota. The first batch of tests for COVID 19 antibodies is ready to go, the Governor says. — DeSantis also continues to face questions about the state’s unemployment compensation system. Although he doesn’t want to play the blame game, the Governor threw one of his own people under the bus. — Day 3 of Florida’s soft reopening and some local officials are worried that it’s happening too soon, increasing the chances of another lockdown later this year. Some are blaming the President for stirring up anti-lockdown protests. — Rich Fiesta, of the Alliance for Retired Americans, talks about the importance of vote-by-mail. His group is one of several that is filing a new lawsuit in federal court challenging some of Florida’s rules for vote-by-mail ballots. They seek to make it easier to vote from home during the pandemic. — The new adventures of Florida Man: One is a former Green Beret who tried to overthrow the President of Venezuela. Another carried a toy gun, wearing a dinosaur costume.

Unsurprisingly, the Florida Senate voted to uphold Ron DeSantis’ removal of Scott Israel as the elected Broward County Sheriff. The decision brought relief to Parkland parents, but also set a troubling precedent of expanding the Governor’s executive powers. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — The Florida Department of Health is tracking 70 cases — with one death — of the mysterious illness caused by vaping. Surgeon General Scott Rivkees says the real culprit is still unknown. — The state’s Silver Alert system is celebrating its 10th birthday, with over 2,000 alerts issued over the past decade. — A conversation with Peter Schorsch, founder and publisher of FloridaPolitics.com. — More Florida Women hijinks: A Pasco County woman is facing a variety of criminal charges, accused of trying to burn down a man’s tent while he was trapped inside. Another woman, 18, was arrested for handing out flyers for a homecoming party in Flagler County, offering $2 shots and $4 mixed drinks.

Unsurprisingly, the Florida Senate voted to uphold Ron DeSantis’ removal of Scott Israel as the elected Broward County Sheriff. The decision brought relief to Parkland parents, but also set a troubling precedent of expanding the Governor’s executive powers. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — The Florida Department of Health is tracking 70 cases — with one death — of the mysterious illness caused by vaping. Surgeon General Scott Rivkees says the real culprit is still unknown. — The state’s Silver Alert system is celebrating its 10th birthday, with over 2,000 alerts issued over the past decade. — A conversation with Peter Schorsch, founder and publisher of <a href="http://FloridaPolitics.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FloridaPolitics.com</a>. — More Florida Women hijinks: A Pasco County woman is facing a variety of criminal charges, accused of trying to burn down a man’s tent while he was trapped inside. Another woman, 18, was arrested for handing out flyers for a homecoming party in Flagler County, offering $2 shots and $4 mixed drinks.

Removal

The new year brings a ten cent per hour raise for minimum wage workers. While it’s bad for businesses that like to lowball employees, to balance it out, workers' compensation rates will be cut and the tax they pay to lease commercial space is also reduced. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Citing concerns about Chinese meddling in American research, House Speaker José Oliva is creating a select committee to investigate Chinese involvement in state research institutions … starting with the Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa. — If you’re a regular reader of Florida Politics, you‘ve no doubt seen the first installments of the most influential Florida politicians from the 2010s. Part 2 of a discussion with publisher Peter Schorsch about who made the list and why. — With this being the final podcast of the week (and the year), the calendar of events is truly short — since no one likes to work this time of year. — Not just one, but two year-ending stories of Florida Men, including the guy busted for revving a mower and another accused of armed robbery for stealing a soda by crashing his truck into a bar.

The new year brings a ten cent per hour raise for minimum wage workers. While it’s bad for businesses that like to lowball employees, to balance it out, workers' compensation rates will be cut and the tax they pay to lease commercial space is also reduced. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Citing concerns about Chinese meddling in American research, House Speaker José Oliva is creating a select committee to investigate Chinese involvement in state research institutions … starting with the Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa. — If you’re a regular reader of Florida Politics, you‘ve no doubt seen the first installments of the most influential Florida politicians from the 2010s. Part 2 of a discussion with publisher Peter Schorsch about who made the list and why. — With this being the final podcast of the week (and the year), the calendar of events is truly short — since no one likes to work this time of year. — Not just one, but two year-ending stories of Florida Men, including the guy busted for revving a mower and another accused of armed robbery for stealing a soda by crashing his truck into a bar.

Year-end

Gov. Ron DeSantis is presiding over what might best be described as “show and tell” about how the state education establishment is dealing with coronavirus. One thing they did NOT say is when schools will reopen. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — There is another flood of applications at the state unemployment office, but officials say they’re doing a better job getting names into the system. — Florida set a new logistical record: shipping more masks, gowns, gloves and booties than any other time during the pandemic. — DeSantis signs a bill reviving VISIT FLORIDA, giving it three more years to prove itself to skeptical lawmakers. — Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association President and CEO Carol Dover talks about her industry — which is pretty much closed due to coronavirus (unless you’re doing take out).  — The state’s Public Service Commission is scheduling a special meeting at the end of the month to vote on plans submitted by Florida’s Big 4 energy utilities to refund excessive fuel charges to customers.  — The USDA releases new estimates on the Florida Citrus crop. Fewer (but larger) oranges are expected. — Checking in with Florida Man, who could get five years in prison for spitting on a cop.

Gov. Ron DeSantis is presiding over what might best be described as “show and tell” about how the state education establishment is dealing with coronavirus. One thing they did NOT say is when schools will reopen. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — There is another flood of applications at the state unemployment office, but officials say they’re doing a better job getting names into the system. — Florida set a new logistical record: shipping more masks, gowns, gloves and booties than any other time during the pandemic. — DeSantis signs a bill reviving VISIT FLORIDA, giving it three more years to prove itself to skeptical lawmakers. — Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association President and CEO Carol Dover talks about her industry — which is pretty much closed due to coronavirus (unless you’re doing take out).  — The state’s Public Service Commission is scheduling a special meeting at the end of the month to vote on plans submitted by Florida’s Big 4 energy utilities to refund excessive fuel charges to customers.  — The USDA releases new estimates on the Florida Citrus crop. Fewer (but larger) oranges are expected. — Checking in with Florida Man, who could get five years in prison for spitting on a cop.

Show and tell

Gov. Ron DeSantis ordered an investigation of the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence, and the House has subpoenaed more than a dozen current or former employees. Sen. Aaron Bean filed a bill that would eliminate the coalition's no-bid deal with the state. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Republicans in the House continue to play “pin the tail on the union.” — Donald Trump comes back to Florida this weekend to hang with the NASCAR crowd, attending the Daytona 500. — A House committee passes a bill to close a loophole that allows fishers from other countries to circumvent the ban on shark finning and sell their products through Florida ports on their way to Asian markets. — The latest on Florida Man, Florida Woman and — for the first time — Florida Granny.

Gov. Ron DeSantis ordered an investigation of the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence, and the House has subpoenaed more than a dozen current or former employees. Sen. Aaron Bean filed a bill that would eliminate the coalition's no-bid deal with the state. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Republicans in the House continue to play “pin the tail on the union.” — Donald Trump comes back to Florida this weekend to hang with the NASCAR crowd, attending the Daytona 500. — A House committee passes a bill to close a loophole that allows fishers from other countries to circumvent the ban on shark finning and sell their products through Florida ports on their way to Asian markets. — The latest on Florida Man, Florida Woman and — for the first time — Florida Granny.

No-bid

Sunrise talks with first-term U.S. Rep. Mike Waltz, a former Green Beret who now represents Flagler, Volusia and portions of Lake and St. Johns counties. Waltz gives his take on the President’s decision to put U.S. troops in Saudi Arabia. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Florida Lottery chief Jim Poppell is retiring, without explaining why or what he plans to do next. — Florida’s employment rate is staying at about 3.3 percent … almost half a point lower than the national average. — A deep dive into the proposed constitutional amendment that would allow the recreational use of cannabis. — And on the latest adventures of Florida Women: Sometimes it’s a topless woman, other times it’s a gal with a live alligator hidden in her yoga pants.

Sunrise talks with first-term U.S. Rep. Mike Waltz, a former Green Beret who now represents Flagler, Volusia and portions of Lake and St. Johns counties. Waltz gives his take on the President’s decision to put U.S. troops in Saudi Arabia. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Florida Lottery chief Jim Poppell is retiring, without explaining why or what he plans to do next. — Florida’s employment rate is staying at about 3.3 percent … almost half a point lower than the national average. — A deep dive into the proposed constitutional amendment that would allow the recreational use of cannabis. — And on the latest adventures of Florida Women: Sometimes it’s a topless woman, other times it’s a gal with a live alligator hidden in her yoga pants.

Conversations

Florida’s teachers’ union is coming to the Florida Capitol, part of a statewide bus tour with 50 stops in every corner of the state to talk about funding for public schools. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Another day ... another photo emerges showing the Gov. Ron DeSantis with the two South Florida businessmen indicted by federal prosecutors in New York on charges of funneling foreign money into U.S. political campaigns. — The Florida Chamber Foundation starts its two-day “Future of Florida Forum” in Orlando, with a roster of high-profile state leaders on the dais. — Two Republican Senators team up to file a bill requiring Florida employers to use the federal E-Verify system on all new hires. Big business doesn’t like it, and it’s a rare day when the Legislature does something they don’t like. — The Governor and state lawmakers will spend a lot of time during the 2020 Legislative Session talking about the environment, but Sierra Club’s Frank Jackalone says it may already be too late to save Florida (as we know it). Sunrise takes a deep dive into some very gloomy predictions. — A true Florida couple: A Pinellas County man and woman have been arrested on drug possession charges after deputies in Texas discovered methamphetamine disguised as laundry detergent during a traffic stop on Interstate 10.

Florida’s teachers’ union is coming to the Florida Capitol, part of a statewide bus tour with 50 stops in every corner of the state to talk about funding for public schools. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — Another day ... another photo emerges showing the Gov. Ron DeSantis with the two South Florida businessmen indicted by federal prosecutors in New York on charges of funneling foreign money into U.S. political campaigns. — The Florida Chamber Foundation starts its two-day “Future of Florida Forum” in Orlando, with a roster of high-profile state leaders on the dais. — Two Republican Senators team up to file a bill requiring Florida employers to use the federal E-Verify system on all new hires. Big business doesn’t like it, and it’s a rare day when the Legislature does something they don’t like. — The Governor and state lawmakers will spend a lot of time during the 2020 Legislative Session talking about the environment, but Sierra Club’s Frank Jackalone says it may already be too late to save Florida (as we know it). Sunrise takes a deep dive into some very gloomy predictions. — A true Florida couple: A Pinellas County man and woman have been arrested on drug possession charges after deputies in Texas discovered methamphetamine disguised as laundry detergent during a traffic stop on Interstate 10.

School trip

Florida may be known as the “Gunshine State,” but that hasn’t stopped lawmakers from filing a battery of bills on gun safety. For the 2020 Session, a South Florida lawmaker filed two bills to close the loopholes that allow Floridians to buy guns without undergoing a criminal-background check. Also, on today’s Sunshine: —The Florida teachers’ union is bringing its big red bus to the courtyard of the State Capitol, as well as making plans for a massive rally in Tally the day before the legislature convenes for the Session on January 14. — A political strategist from Orlando — who played a big part in Barack Obama’s campaigns in 2008 and 2012 — has signed on as Joe Biden’s top hire in the Sunshine State. — Alia Faraj-Johnson, a former member of the Capitol Press Corps who worked with Jeb Bush during his time as Governor, has just set up her own PR shop in Tallahassee. — The Florida Chamber Foundation continues its two-day Future of Florida Forum. — In more Florida Man antics: A 27-year-old surfer was off the coast of New Smyrna Beach when he came off his board and landed on the back of the shark … which responded by chomping down.

Florida may be known as the “Gunshine State,” but that hasn’t stopped lawmakers from filing a battery of bills on gun safety. For the 2020 Session, a South Florida lawmaker filed two bills to close the loopholes that allow Floridians to buy guns without undergoing a criminal-background check. Also, on today’s Sunshine: —The Florida teachers’ union is bringing its big red bus to the courtyard of the State Capitol, as well as making plans for a massive rally in Tally the day before the legislature convenes for the Session on January 14. — A political strategist from Orlando — who played a big part in Barack Obama’s campaigns in 2008 and 2012 — has signed on as Joe Biden’s top hire in the Sunshine State. — Alia Faraj-Johnson, a former member of the Capitol Press Corps who worked with Jeb Bush during his time as Governor, has just set up her own PR shop in Tallahassee. — The Florida Chamber Foundation continues its two-day Future of Florida Forum. — In more Florida Man antics: A 27-year-old surfer was off the coast of New Smyrna Beach when he came off his board and landed on the back of the shark … which responded by chomping down.

Loopholes

President Donald Trump signed a new law providing harsh penalties for animal cruelty. The prime sponsors of the bipartisan bill are Florida men Ted Deutch and Vern Buchanan. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — A new audit says the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is doing a bad job accounting for the people they fly around the state. But FDLE says that doesn’t really matter, they’re not doing anything improper. — Andrew Gillum, who narrowly lost the Governor’s race in 2018, is donating $150,000 to the Florida Democratic Party in an attempt to flip some House seats in districts he carried last year. — A Miami lawmaker is filing the Florida Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, to have businesses make reasonable accommodations for pregnant employees. — Sunrise bids adios to the 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season. While it was the fourth worst on record, Florida dodged a bullet this year.  — Two Florida women sue a strip club for discrimination after they were refused admission — because they were not with a man.

President Donald Trump signed a new law providing harsh penalties for animal cruelty. The prime sponsors of the bipartisan bill are Florida men Ted Deutch and Vern Buchanan. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — A new audit says the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is doing a bad job accounting for the people they fly around the state. But FDLE says that doesn’t really matter, they’re not doing anything improper. — Andrew Gillum, who narrowly lost the Governor’s race in 2018, is donating $150,000 to the Florida Democratic Party in an attempt to flip some House seats in districts he carried last year. — A Miami lawmaker is filing the Florida Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, to have businesses make reasonable accommodations for pregnant employees. — Sunrise bids adios to the 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season. While it was the fourth worst on record, Florida dodged a bullet this year.  — Two Florida women sue a strip club for discrimination after they were refused admission — because they were not with a man.

No cruelty

A special master hired by the Florida Senate concludes the Governor’s decision to remove Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel for failures at the Parkland school shooting was wrong. Senators will meet in Special Session next month to decide if Israel will be reinstated. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — A new report on violence and victimization says 10 percent of the middle and high school girls in the state have been raped and 18 percent have considered suicide in the past year. Child advocates are calling for reform of the state child welfare system, which they claim is part of the problem. — Even though wildfire season is still a few months away, state Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis’ office says home fires are a lot more dangerous. — Jesse Panuccio — Gov. Rick Scott’s former general counsel and at one time the third-ranking lawyer at the Department of Justice — returns to Tallahassee to talk about marijuana. — A Florida woman sitting at a toll booth north of Tampa says her car was rammed by someone driving a Volkswagen Beetle with a bad case of road rage.

A special master hired by the Florida Senate concludes the Governor’s decision to remove Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel for failures at the Parkland school shooting was wrong. Senators will meet in Special Session next month to decide if Israel will be reinstated. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — A new report on violence and victimization says 10 percent of the middle and high school girls in the state have been raped and 18 percent have considered suicide in the past year. Child advocates are calling for reform of the state child welfare system, which they claim is part of the problem. — Even though wildfire season is still a few months away, state Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis’ office says home fires are a lot more dangerous. — Jesse Panuccio — Gov. Rick Scott’s former general counsel and at one time the third-ranking lawyer at the Department of Justice — returns to Tallahassee to talk about marijuana. — A Florida woman sitting at a toll booth north of Tampa says her car was rammed by someone driving a Volkswagen Beetle with a bad case of road rage.

Redemption

The House is sending Gov. Ron DeSantis a bill requiring parental consent for minors who seek an abortion.  Also, on today’s Sunrise: — The Senate Appropriations Committee approves a bill to raise the age for vaping and ban almost all flavored vaping products. — Officials with the state college system unveil a new program to help veterans and members of the military navigate the higher education system, get a degree and transition to civilian life.  — Sen. Tom Lee, who has spent more than 20 years in the Legislature, talks about what has changed over the years, and many of those have diminished the system.  — An all-female version of Florida Man, including a woman accused of running over her boyfriend with a golf cart after a day of barhopping.

The House is sending Gov. Ron DeSantis a bill requiring parental consent for minors who seek an abortion.  Also, on today’s Sunrise: — The Senate Appropriations Committee approves a bill to raise the age for vaping and ban almost all flavored vaping products. — Officials with the state college system unveil a new program to help veterans and members of the military navigate the higher education system, get a degree and transition to civilian life.  — Sen. Tom Lee, who has spent more than 20 years in the Legislature, talks about what has changed over the years, and many of those have diminished the system.  — An all-female version of Florida Man, including a woman accused of running over her boyfriend with a golf cart after a day of barhopping.

Signing

Florida is now under lockdown. The Sunshine State becomes the Stay-at-Home state as Gov. Ron DeSantis’ executive order to combat coronavirus takes effect. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — A record number of Floridians filed first-time unemployment claims last week, a number that would have been a lot higher if the state’s unemployment benefits website had been working properly. The director of the Department of Economic Opportunity is apologizing for the fiasco and vowing it will be fixed. — Democrats have criticized DeSantis repeatedly for refusing to issue a statewide lockdown for the virus. Now that he’s done it, they say the Governor waited too long and put Floridians in danger because he relied on the White House for guidance. — Democrats are also requesting a moratorium on evictions and foreclosures during the COVID-19 crisis. DeSantis agrees, but his order is only good for 45 days. — The Florida Highway Patrol has a labor shortage of sorts. Three troopers have tested positive for coronavirus and a total of 40 FHP employees are now self-isolating because they were exposed to the virus or just returned from a hot spot. — And the update for Florida Man, who has been arrested for violating the coronavirus quarantine in Hawaii.

Florida is now under lockdown. The Sunshine State becomes the Stay-at-Home state as Gov. Ron DeSantis’ executive order to combat coronavirus takes effect. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — A record number of Floridians filed first-time unemployment claims last week, a number that would have been a lot higher if the state’s unemployment benefits website had been working properly. The director of the Department of Economic Opportunity is apologizing for the fiasco and vowing it will be fixed. — Democrats have criticized DeSantis repeatedly for refusing to issue a statewide lockdown for the virus. Now that he’s done it, they say the Governor waited too long and put Floridians in danger because he relied on the White House for guidance. — Democrats are also requesting a moratorium on evictions and foreclosures during the COVID-19 crisis. DeSantis agrees, but his order is only good for 45 days. — The Florida Highway Patrol has a labor shortage of sorts. Three troopers have tested positive for coronavirus and a total of 40 FHP employees are now self-isolating because they were exposed to the virus or just returned from a hot spot. — And the update for Florida Man, who has been arrested for violating the coronavirus quarantine in Hawaii.

Stay-at-home

Casualties from coronavirus continue to grow; now there are 6,741 confirmed cases in the Sunshine State, with 85 fatalities. Also, on Today’s Sunrise:— To open the new month, the April Fool’s joke is all the monthly bills are due. It’s no laughing matter if you’re one of the people laid off because of the pandemic. Sen. Marco Rubio says there’s money in the $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus package for small businesses and nonprofits.— All that money from the federal stimulus package makes a tempting target for scammers. Attorney General Ashley Moody warns that they are already trying to trick people out of the money, even though it hasn’t even arrived yet.— The new month also means new worries over evictions. The Florida Supreme Court suspended the legal process for filing eviction papers until the middle of the month, but some Democrats in the legislature say that’s still not enough time. They want the Governor to declare a moratorium on evictions until the pandemic has passed us by.— Florida State University professor Dawn Carr talks about the mental health impact of isolation on seniors. Carr offers some tips about how you can stay in touch with grandma and grandpa without putting their lives at risk.— There was a big win for former felons trying to have their voting rights restored. A federal appeals court in Atlanta is refusing to reconsider or overturn a decision that says the state cannot refuse their right to vote if they cannot pay all their ‘legal fines and restitution.’— The Public Service Commission approves a new area code for Tampa since 813 is almost played out. We don’t know yet what will the new area code be.— And the latest on Florida Man, who sometimes wears a badge.

Casualties from coronavirus continue to grow; now there are 6,741 confirmed cases in the Sunshine State, with 85 fatalities. Also, on Today’s Sunrise: — To open the new month, the April Fool’s joke is all the monthly bills are due. It’s no laughing matter if you’re one of the people laid off because of the pandemic. Sen. Marco Rubio says there’s money in the $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus package for small businesses and nonprofits. — All that money from the federal stimulus package makes a tempting target for scammers. Attorney General Ashley Moody warns that they are already trying to trick people out of the money, even though it hasn’t even arrived yet. — The new month also means new worries over evictions. The Florida Supreme Court suspended the legal process for filing eviction papers until the middle of the month, but some Democrats in the legislature say that’s still not enough time. They want the Governor to declare a moratorium on evictions until the pandemic has passed us by. — Florida State University professor Dawn Carr talks about the mental health impact of isolation on seniors. Carr offers some tips about how you can stay in touch with grandma and grandpa without putting their lives at risk. — There was a big win for former felons trying to have their voting rights restored. A federal appeals court in Atlanta is refusing to reconsider or overturn a decision that says the state cannot refuse their right to vote if they cannot pay all their ‘legal fines and restitution.’ — The Public Service Commission approves a new area code for Tampa since 813 is almost played out. We don’t know yet what will the new area code be. — And the latest on Florida Man, who sometimes wears a badge.

Casualties

Now the Florida Senate has decided to uphold Ron DeSantis’ suspension of the Broward County Sheriff, local officials statewide — especially sheriffs — are beginning to realize there is a major shift in the political landscape. You don’t have to commit a crime for the Governor to suspend you. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — A new law in California allowing college athletes to make money off their own name and likeness has inspired a similar proposal in Florida, getting the support of the Governor. — State attorneys are teaming up with Larry Keefe, the federal prosecutor for the Northern District of Florida, to concentrate on two areas: drugs and guns. But Keefe says he won’t be prosecuting anyone for using medical marijuana. — A new University of North Florida poll puts DeSantis’ popularity at 72 percent, the highest in 10 years. — More Florida Man shenanigans: A man in Pinellas Park had sex with two toys in a Target, including a unicorn and one of Olaf from “Frozen.”

Now the Florida Senate has decided to uphold Ron DeSantis’ suspension of the Broward County Sheriff, local officials statewide — especially sheriffs — are beginning to realize there is a major shift in the political landscape. You don’t have to commit a crime for the Governor to suspend you. Also, on today’s Sunrise: — A new law in California allowing college athletes to make money off their own name and likeness has inspired a similar proposal in Florida, getting the support of the Governor. — State attorneys are teaming up with Larry Keefe, the federal prosecutor for the Northern District of Florida, to concentrate on two areas: drugs and guns. But Keefe says he won’t be prosecuting anyone for using medical marijuana. — A new University of North Florida poll puts DeSantis’ popularity at 72 percent, the highest in 10 years. — More Florida Man shenanigans: A man in Pinellas Park had sex with two toys in a Target, including a unicorn and one of Olaf from “Frozen.”

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