FLORIDA LEGISLATURE
Florida’s oldest cemeteries and the stories behind them
Florida’s oldest cemeteries in existence are associated with the Spanish colonial period.
DeSantis ‘will not comply’ with rules to protect transgender students
This is not the first time DeSantis launches what advocates of the LGBTQ communities have repeatedly called an attack on transgender people in the Sunshine State.
Housing market cools along Florida’s Gulf Coast
The uptick in the construction of new housing followed the influx of newcomers to Florida during the pandemic, but that boom is now tapering off
Get ready, Orlando: Westcourt District promises thrilling entertainment, more
The district will be built in an 8.5-acre complex next to the Kia Center at West Church Street and South Hughey Avenue.
Puerto Rico’s population decline costs $1.158 billion in revenue loss
A report highlights the tremendous impact of population loss on the island’s economy and society.
Inside Puerto Rico’s unique role in the US presidential race
Although residents of Puerto Rico can’t vote for president in November, they could potentially still influence Electoral College calculations.
Biden makes 4 million more workers eligible for overtime pay
The US Department of Labor says updated regulations will increase income thresholds to ensure lower-income salaried employees are fairly compensated when they work more than 40 hours per week.
Biden administration bans noncompete clauses for workers
The new rule bans new noncompete agreements for the vast majority of American workers and requires employers to let current and past employees know they won’t enforce them going forward. Companies will also be required to throw out existing noncompete agreements.
