Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 10.7.25

Good Tuesday morning. Florida TaxWatch will open the second day of its 46th Annual Meeting with a lineup that includes two sitting state Cabinet officials and a broad range of discussions on state government. The morning begins with remarks from...

Business of Football: The future is release clauses, the Bank of FIFA, and Leaders takeaways

Let us start with a riddle. I am illegal in France but routine in Spain. I am insanely high at Barcelona and Real Madrid, but was memorably too low at Borussia Dortmund and Ipswich Town. I am usually secret, but miraculously, everyone seems to...

Canada’s Gifford Carr Wings Into Florida With Acquisition of Omni One Agency

It’s often insureds who come to Florida from Canada before winter sets in. But this week, it’s an Ottawa-based insurance brokerage that has moved into the Sunshine State with the acquisition of a Cape Coral firm. Gifford Carr Insurance Group...

University of Florida trustee Bill Heavener faces accusations of fraud from whistleblowers

“The following is the response regarding a lawsuit filed in California by two former employees of The Los Angeles Film School. These two individuals never worked at Full Sail University, and it is both inappropriate and offensive that they decided...

Florida DOGE leader quietly seeks $600K to spend on staff

Blaise Ingoglia at St. Petersburg City Hall in St. Petersburg, Florida on Aug. 14, 2025. Credit: Sebastián González de León y León / San Pedro Gazette A top state official spearheading the Florida governor’s much-touted mission of cutting local...

Florida Faces Flood Insurance Challenges Amid Government Shutdown

FLORIDA - Florida residents are facing disruptions to federal flood insurance and healthcare services as the government shutdown continues in Washington, D.C. The shutdown has halted the National Flood Insurance Program, preventing new policies...

Carolina Hurricanes include goalie depth by declaring Brandon Bussi from Florida Panthers

Picture by Providence Bruins The Carolina Hurricanes have actually boosted their goaltending depth by declaring Brandon Bussi off waivers from the Florida Panthers. The relocation supplies extra insurance coverage in between the pipelines as the...

Florida Associations and Electronic Voting in 2025: A Guide for Boards and Owners

Electronic voting has been part of Florida community association law since 2016. In 2025, it remains available to condominiums, cooperatives, and homeowners’ associations, but the rules now diverge in meaningful ways. Those differences affect how...

Ultra-Rich Americans Are Pouring Their Money Into This 1 Asset Class Instead Of Stocks - And Believe There's 'No Bad Time' To Buy It. Do You Own Any?

(MENAFN- News Direct) > This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. With the stock market on a rollercoaster ride, recession warnings piling up and interest rates still elevated, you might expect...

Banking Shakeup: Fifth Third to Acquire Comerica

FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — Fifth Third Bancorp announced Monday it will acquire Comerica Incorporated in an all-stock deal valued at $10.9 billion, combining two major regional lenders to create the ninth-largest U.S. bank. The merger will result in...

Azruddin Mohamed vows to enter parliament as opposition leader, despite U.S. financial crimes indictment

Last Updated on Monday, 6 October 2025, 23:02 by Writer Mr Azruddin Mohamed The leader of We Invest in Nationhood (WIN), Azruddin Mohamed, on Monday said the United States (U.S.) grand jury indictment against him and his father Nazar “Shell”...

My Safe Florida Home: Some insurance bills may go up after state-funded upgrades

FOX 13's Craig Patrick takes a deep dive into the insurance bills that may go up after state-funded upgrades. TAMPA - The state covers two-thirds of the cost for certain storm-resilient home upgrades, up to $10,000 per household. Homeowner Kendall...

Launch Credit Union Offers Free Dinner, Financial Opportunities During Event Oct. 7

Engaging evening set at Merritt Island branch Launch Credit Union invites the community to an informative and engaging evening on October 7, at its Merritt Island branch, where attendees can connect with Launch professionals and explore a full...

Insurance Office of America Launches IOA 2.0, with Significant Investments from its Producers and Employees, alongside New Investments from Madison Dearborn Partners and Navacord

LONGWOOD, Fla. & CHICAGO & TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 6, 2025-- Insurance Office of America (“IOA” or “the Company”) today announced that its producers and employees will be making a significant investment in the Company alongside new strategic...

Local investors unveil redevelopment proposal for Gas Plant District, with or without the Rays

FOX 13's Genevieve Curtis shares more details about the proposal to develop the Gas Plant District. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla - A group of local investors and developers are pitching a plan to transform St. Petersburg’s Gas Plant District, whether the...

SW Florida food banks and pantries prepare for increased demand amid government shutdown

Local food banks and pantries are preparing to meet increased demand as the government shutdown continues, with shelves stocked and ready to support those affected. Richard LeBer, president and CEO of the Harry Chapin Food Bank, said, "We are...

Jetset Pilates enters Northeast Florida with two locations

The franchises are open on Gate Parkway, in Jacksonville Beach. By Monty Zickuhr | 12:00 a.m. October 7, 2025 | 2 Free Articles Remaining! Jetset Pilates said it entered the Jacksonville market in September with the opening of two franchise...

3 Stocks to Protect Your Retirement Income

The market offers plenty of stellar long-term picks for a well-diversified portfolio, including stocks designed to protect your retirement income for the long haul. Here’s a look at three of those stocks that will protect your retirement income....

Cost of Citadel’s Planned Miami Tower Surges to $2.5 Billion

Citadel’s planned office tower in Miami’s Brickell neighborhood — long expected to cost more than $1 billion — will probably be closer to $2.5 billion with construction likely to begin mid-to-late next year, founder and Chief Executive Officer Ken...

Florida’s Citizens is Deferring Flood Coverage Proof While NFIP is Shut Down

Florida’s Citizens Property Insurance Corp. is deferring the required proof of flood insurance while the federal government shutdown continues and the National Flood Insurance Program is in limbo. “Citizens will accept applications and defer the...