A joint investigation by Suncoast Searchlight and the Bradenton Herald reveals a thriving network of illegal slot parlors operating in plain sight across Sarasota and Manatee counties, despite years of law enforcement crackdowns and state reforms.

Drift will encompass approximately 1,500 square feet underneath the existing canopy and offer seating for 26 guests. Lounge areas around the structure will seat up to 50 people.

Local development and investment companies Paradise Ventures and Ally Capital Group are now free to continue revitalizing the Sundial after purchasing the property in February 2022.

While wealthy coastal counties bear the brunt of landfalling storms, poor residents in inland counties are navigating an even bleaker insurance market that leaves them at risk of no coverage.

Following closures prompted by building upgrades and the COVID-19 pandemic, Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge is once again open to the public.

A presidential executive order will increase entry fees for national parks, including Everglades National Park, but only for visitors who are not U.S. citizens. President Donald Trump said "national parks will be about America First."

The state budget allots $235 million to SHIP and SAIL programs, projects that subsidize developers building low-income housing.

The measure ends tax incentives that pay for nearly a third of the cost of installing solar panels. Maggie Shober and Stan Cross of Southern Alliance for Clean Energy say the change may threaten thousands of jobs.

SpaceX, which has gained international recognition for its rocket launches and partnership with NASA, is expanding operations in Florida.

Mitigating infiltration decreases the number of sewage overflows, improves treatment processes at water reclamation facilities and reduces the need to increase capacity.

The two top executives at the South Florida-based online pet store made tens of millions of dollars last year. However, one may miss out on collecting much of the pay as he departs the company.

Alta Roosevelt will feature 655 parking spaces, including the current 519-space garage. Wood Partners plans to build 267 one-bedroom units and 104 two-bedroom units, and 10 apartments will feature three bedrooms.