domestic violence

Increased violence, lack of housing keep victims in danger

Shelters for survivors have rarely been so full – leaving many with little choice but to stay with their abusers.

Due to the housing crisis and hurricanes, domestic violence shelters are struggling to meet the need

Gov. Ron DeSantis ordered that flags be flown at half-staff in honor of Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Cpl. Ray Hamilton, who was shot to death responding to a domestic violence situation

Women's groups in Tallahassee-Leon County are banding together to find answers on domestic violence, human trafficking, child care and more

The mission of Refuge House is to provide direct services to battered women, their children and sexual assault survivors. Executive Director Emily Mitchem says the awareness month is honored nationally.

Florida’s attempt to recoup millions of dollars paid to Tiffany Carr, the former CEO of the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence, is inching along, as Carr and the agency’s ousted directors duke it out in court.

As concerns rise that the state's stay-home order could increase the risk of domestic violence, officials remind victims the courts are opening for emergencies like filing a restraining order.

Large parts of the state’s court system are closed as part of an effort to stop the spread of the coronavirus, but Florida officials want people to know…

As Floridians stay home to avoid the spread of the coronavirus some worry about another potential threat—the increased risk of domestic violence.For…