SUMMARY: Former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner has entered the 2024 governor’s race, challenging Republican Byron Donalds. Renner, from Palm Coast, served as House Speaker from 2022 to 2024 and emphasizes his 20 years of military service, prosecutorial experience, and legislative leadership as qualifications. He highlights Florida’s strengths but acknowledges challenges like affordability, home and auto insurance, and property taxes. Renner supports cutting taxes, reducing litigation abuse, and making education more affordable through school choice. He plans a statewide campaign focused on proven leadership and delivering results to maintain Florida’s progress and address future challenges ahead of the November election.

Former state House Speaker Paul Renner has announced his intent to run in the 2026 Florida governor race. Current Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is term-limited and cannot seek reelection to a third consecutive term. Renner joins Good Day Orlando to share more details about his vision for the state.

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SUMMARY: In 2025, debt collection calls in the U.S. surged over 150% from the previous year, with Florida ranking third in call volume. Nearly 47% of these calls were abusive or threatening, violating federal and Florida laws. Tampa attorney Billy Howard noted many calls are scams, but legitimate debt collection is rising alongside average U.S. personal debt, now $61,660. Financial strain is evident, with many Americans relying on credit for essentials. Money Management International reports increased Floridian requests for debt help. Clients like Jamie Schaab found relief through debt consolidation. Consumers are advised to request written debt verification within 30 days of initial contact.

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SUMMARY: A Florida family faced ongoing charges from Centre Towers nursing home after their mother, Jackie, died. Despite her passing and belongings being cleared from her memory care room, the facility billed the family nearly $1,000, citing a 30-day notice policy. Family member Renee Schulte expressed frustration over being charged for an empty room, with little communication or response from the nursing home director. Elder law attorney Michael Angelo Mortal Airo advised families to carefully review contracts and use power of attorney to avoid liability. Centre Towers eventually refunded the fees, attributing the issue to a communication error.

A Hillsborough County family said a nursing home continued to bill for a room at the facility after their mom died.

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