The state strips power from local governments but you can change that
Local governments should be able to pursue policies that reduce emissions and build more resilient communities.
Local governments should be able to pursue policies that reduce emissions and build more resilient communities.
Ocala Republican Sen. Stan McClain joked that he’s become a ‘Darth Vader' to local governments.
Alachua County is preparing for a more dangerous future, even if the state government won't say 'climate.'
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