Exclusive: Man at center of landmark Florida open-carry gun ruling calls himself ‘patriot’
By Sara-James Ranta
In an exclusive interview from the Escambia County Jail – convicted months ago in an unrelated, misdemeanor domestic violence case – Stanley Victor McDaniels, 42, called himself a patriot and indicated he has no regrets.
Thu, 25 Sep 2025 18:25:01 GMT
UF holds No. 7 spot in US News rankings after year of political turmoil; other Florida schools rise
By Garrett Shanley
Four years ago, the university achieved its coveted “Top 5” status before slipping for two consecutive years beginning in 2023.
Tue, 23 Sep 2025 14:16:57 GMT
UWF's conservative makeover: Fires its top lawyer; hires DeSantis-linked firm; Manny Diaz seeks school presidency
By Garrett Shanley
The Tallahassee-based firm, Lawson Huck Gonzalez, is now helping steer UWF’s search for a permanent president – a post Diaz has said he intends to pursue. The university’s trustees last week approved an annual compensation range for the next president between $800,000 and $1.2 million.
Mon, 22 Sep 2025 15:11:02 GMT
Attorney general: People can openly carry guns in all parts of Florida, starting Sept. 25
By Sara-James Ranta
People with guns can begin carrying them openly on streets and inside businesses or restaurants where owners don’t object, from the Florida Keys to the Panhandle, the attorney general says.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 15:11:49 GMT
