Politics

With no challengers for town council, Windermere may not hold election for second consecutive year
Two-term Town Council Member Bill Martini says he will not seek re-election.

Ocoee commissioner announces mayoral bid in video that expert says may violate campaign finance law
George Oliver says he “wasn’t aware” seeking campaign donations from city hall is prohibited; will remove video.

Critics say state Board of Education proposed amendment to teacher code of conduct could target LGBTQ+ students
Proposal would suspend or revoke licenses of teachers who don’t comply.

Rusty Johnson to seek third term as Ocoee mayor
Local election season gets an early start with announcement.

Republican candidates in West Orange handily win several races, though not a sweep.
Florida GOP donations to races helped candidates win

Orange County Supervisor of Elections Office extends hours for voter registration
Extended hours will let county residents, who are unable to come in during regular business hours, to register on Saturday and past Monday's regular business hours, ahead of Tuesday's deadline.

Got Voter ID?
Having trouble locating the required documents for a Florida ID? VoterRiders can help with that.

Let's talk about gun safety now
We don’t know what was in the two “written threats” directed at West Orange High School today and Wednesday. But it’s time to get real about gun safety.

Demings easily wins 2nd term as OC mayor, while Webster thwarts ‘ultra-MAGA’ challenge to 11th Congressional District
Few surprises emerged from the Aug. 23 primaries for the Republican and Democratic parties despite lower turnout in Orange County and across Central Florida compared to the 2018 primaries. Read the rundown of winners and losers in VoxPopuli's coverage area.

With assist from ACLU, Floridians try to get back into the driver’s seat
Drivers, who have had their licenses suspended for nonpayment of fines or fees related to city or county ordinance violations, now can check an ACLU website to see if they can get back on the road.