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Treating Tampa Bay’s “Forever Chemicals” in Our Drinking Water

The EPA has recently set limits on PFAS hazardous "forever chemicals" in our drinking water supply. Find out from our local water quality experts how...
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Despite progress, Tampa Bay still grapples with air quality challenges

Listen: A new report shows improvements in air quality nationwide. But, despite seeing improvements, the Tampa Bay area still faces air quality issues. The American...
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17 bands in 17 days – Day 11: Selwyn Birchwood and the fusion of tradition with innovation

Get ready to experience an incredible lineup featuring 17 bands across 3 electrifying stages, plus a Hip Hop Lounge at The Tropical Heatwave
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manatees

Environmental groups could sue the feds for delays in determining if manatees are reclassified as endangered

In 2022 the groups asked the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to reclassify manatees from a threatened species to an endangered species.
New College

$1.1 million rides on a New College of Florida report

New College of Florida President Richard Corcoran is slated to present a "student success plan monitoring report" next week.

The Scoop: Thurs. March 21, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Florida Rep. Anna Eskamani (D) says the new law to prevent houseless people from sleeping in public places is "making a bad situation worse."

What Are The Legal & Medical Status of Reproductive Rights and Reproductive Technologies in Florida Today?

Experts review the legal and medical status of reproductive rights & technologies today. Surrogacy lawyer Roia Barrios and reproductive endocrinologist & obgyn fertility specialist Dr. Carolina Sueldo discuss the Alabama IVF law, "fetal personhood," the...

Unleashing hope: Tampa Bay Beagle Rescue’s mission to save lives

In the heart of Tampa Bay, a dedicated group of volunteers is on a mission to change the lives of our furry friends, one beagle at a time
Florida Wildlife Corridor

A deal to purchase agricultural land for the Florida Wildlife Corridor could happen on Tuesday

Florida would pay $122 million for 25,039 acres in what is known as the Caloosahatchee-Big Cypress Corridor in Hendry and Collier counties.
U.S. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, in a white suit, with a microphone in her right hand.

Liz Dahan joins other Democrats who are running to unseat U.S. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna

Liz Dahan joins other Democrats in the race including Whitney Fox, Mark Weinkrantz and John Liccione who want to unseat Anna Paulina Luna.
Citizens Property Insurance

CEO: Citizens Property Insurance “will always be able” to pay claims, despite what Ron DeSantis claims

Senate Budget Chair Sheldon Whitehouse sent a letter that cited a recent comment by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis that Citizens is “not solvent.”
Florida Capitol

Sustainability group recaps wins and losses of 2024 legislative session

Listen: The Florida Legislative Session ended March 8th.  Sustainability advocacy group 1000 Friends of Florida recapped what they feel are the wins and losses of the session during a presentation on  Wednesday. The group 1000...
homelessness

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs into law restrictions on sleeping in public

DeSantis says the law 'will keep sidewalks from becoming “tent cities” and “ensure that Florida streets are clean.'

Spring into Health: Allergies, Public Health, and Wellness Wisdom with Dr. Fred Harvey”

In this engaging episode of the "Healthy Steps Show" on WMNF Tampa, 88.5 FM, Dr. Fred Harvey explores a myriad of health and wellness topics, from the tail end of allergy season to the efficacy...
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody

Ashley Moody urges the Florida Supreme Court to consider if “unborn children” are protected by the state constitution’s “Natural Persons Clause”

Liberty Counsel wrote, “.. the Alabama Supreme Court noted that an unborn child qualifies as a human life, a human being, and a person.”

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