Michael Costeines

Michael Costeines is a political and former sports writer based in South Florida. Originally from Connecticut, Michael holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Southern Connecticut State University.

Rep. Porras Announces Filing of Bill Strengthening HOA Regulations

Rep. Juan Carlos Porras (R-Miami) announced the filing of HB 983, a legislation designed to reform Florida's Homeowners Association (HOA)…

13 hours ago

Leek, Cassel Push Strengthening Anti-BDS Law in Support of Israel

Sen. Tom Leek (R-Ormond Beach) and Rep. Hillary Cassel (R-Dania Beach) recently filed bills to show Florida's support for the…

17 hours ago

Florida Tops U.S. States in Education, Economy: Report

Florida was listed as the best state in the country for education and the economy in 2024, according to U.S.…

21 hours ago

Jason Pizzo Gives Straightforward, Blunt Takes on DeSantis' State of the State Address

TALLAHASSEE—Senate Democratic Leader Jason Pizzo issued a rebuttal Monday to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' State of the State Address where…

23 hours ago

West Palm Beach Named Top Trending Destination in America

The City of West Palm Beach has been named the top trending destination for travelers in America, according to a…

2 days ago

Sen. Alexis Calatayud Files Bill to Increase Parkinson's Disease Reasearch

Miami Republican Sen. Alexis Calatayud recently filed a bill that would establish a Parkinson’s Disease Research Program to support innovative…

2 days ago

Gov. Ron DeSantis Celebrates SpaceX Operations Coming to Florida

Gov. Ron DeSantis congratulated SpaceX Monday after the aerospace company announced it was bringing Starship production and launch capabilities to…

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Plan Would Abolish Lieutenant Governor, Start Efficiency Position

Reps. Tyler Sirois (R-Merritt Island) and John Snyder (R-Stuart) recently filed a joint resolution to alter the shape of state…

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Former Miami Congressman Lincoln Diaz-Balart Dies at 70

Former Miami Congressman Lincoln Diaz-Balart died Monday, according to a statement released by his family. He was 70. Lincoln Diaz-Balart…

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New FIU President Jeanette Nunez Vows to Continue Effort to Stomp Out DEI, Antisemitism

As Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is erased out of Washington through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), new Florida…

3 days ago

Rep. Wyman Duggan Files Bill to Fight Against Fake Sexual Images

Speaker Pro Tempore Wyman Duggan (R-Jacksonville) filed a bill on Wednesday to protect Florida individuals against victimization over fake sexual…

6 days ago

For the People? TV Attorney John Morgan Launching New Political Party

Orlando attorney and Democratic megadonor John Morgan recently announced he was forming a new political party amidst rumors that he's…

6 days ago

Danny Burgess Files Bill Establishing Pilot Program for Phone Free Schools

Sen. Danny Burgess (R-Zephyrhills) filed a bill on Wednesday that would direct the Florida Department of Education to start a…

6 days ago

Rep. Michelle Salzman Named Combined Workgroup Manager on Hemp by Speaker Danny Perez

Florida House Speaker Danny "Daniel" Perez on Wednesday named Rep. Michelle Salzman (R-Cantonment) to lead a new Combined Workgroup on…

7 days ago

Fried Blasts Byron Donalds After Florida Governor Announcement

Florida Democratic Party Chairwoman Nikki Fried criticized U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds on Tuesday after he formally announced his Florida governor…

7 days ago

Sen. Joe Gruters Files Bill to Rename Tamiami Trail to ‘Gulf of America' Trail

Sen. Joe Gruters (R-Sarasota) filed a bill on Monday to rename part of U.S. Highway 41 between S.R. 60 and…

1 week ago

Poll: Property Insurance Costs Remain Top Issue for Florida Voters

The Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) Center for Political Strategy shared its initial findings on Wednesday of a Q1 2025…

1 week ago

Blaise Ingoglia Files Amendment to Freeze Property Taxes Against Homes Affected by Natural Disasters

Sen. Blaise Ingoglia (R-Spring Hill) filed a proposed amendment on Tuesday that would authorize the legislature to freeze in place…

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