TALLAHASSEE — Gov. Ron DeSantis chose Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody to be the state’s next senator, serving out the final two years of Sen. Marco Rubio’s term. In an Orlando press conference, DeSantis said Moody had “a demonstrated record of delivering results” against immigration and other issues.

Professors at Florida International University, the University of Florida and Florida State University are plaintiffs in the new lawsuit.

Becoming a CL Tampa Bay Supporter for as little as $5 a month allows us to continue offering readers access to our coverage of local news, food, nightlife, events, and culture with no paywalls. Op-ed: Tampa educator says sex discussions in college should challenge assumptions, stigma, and misinformation

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has officially declared Jan. 10, 2025 Mike Evans Day throughout all of Florida. "JUST IN: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has declared Jan. 10, 2025 as Mike Evans Day throughout the entire state to honor the Tampa Bay Bucs WR," Fox 's Andy Slater wrote to X.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans now has an official day celebrating him in the state of Florida.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers star wide receiver Mike Evans can add one more honor to his already illustrious resume — his own holiday. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Friday that Jan. 10 ...

Moody, a Tampa Bay area native, has been Florida’s attorney general since 2019. She'll hold Rubio's seat until the 2026 election.

Several local and state officials, including Governor Ron DeSantis and Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd, talked about Florida's latest efforts to fight illegal immigration ahead of President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration next Monday.

Desantis says the state needs new laws to help President Trump carry out his immigration reforms in Florida. But there’s some disagreement over that special session.

Not many NFL players can say that they've had an official day named after them. Tampa Bay Buccaneers star receiver Mike Evans is one of those exceptions.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed the person set to replace Marco Rubio in the U.S. Senate — Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody. Rubio is undergoing his confirmation hearing for secretary of state this week in Washington and if confirmed, his seat would become vacant.

The Tampa Bay Times e-Newspaper is a digital replica of the printed paper seven days a week that is available to read on desktop, mobile, and our app for subscribers only. To enjoy the e-Newspaper every day, please subscribe.