Category

News and Public Affairs

Sharon Streater reflects on a lifetime of community organizing

Sharon Streater has led a fascinating life. She met Mother Teresa, marched with Cesar Chavez and even dressed as a soup can to call attention to farmworker issues. But perhaps her greatest, sustained impact has...
Hurricane Idalia

National Flood Insurance Program has paid out $364 million for Hurricane Idalia claims

The National Flood Insurance Program has paid out $364 million to cover damage to homes and businesses from 2023's Hurricane Idalia.
school classroom

Florida will develop an oversight rule for charter schools

The Florida Department of Education is preparing to develop a rule related to oversight of charter schools.

Allergies, COVID-19, and Listener Questions Unpacked with Dr. Fred Harvey

Vaccine therapy and inflammation concerns have recently come into the spotlight, especially with the roll-out of the COVID-19 vaccine. The potential occurrence of brain inflammation in both children and adults post-vaccination has been a focal...
The Scoop color logo

The Scoop: Tues. March 12, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Discussion by college leaders about fostering diversity on campuses, and, join the awareness campaign during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.
Florida black bear

The new Florida budget: here’s how these special interests made out, from bears to leaf blowers to the beef industry

The Florida budget includes money for more than 1,500 programs and projects that lawmakers want to bring back to their communities.

Haiti Crisis, U.S. and World Paralysis

Hands off Haiti! Over two centuries ago, the people of Haiti defeated European colonialism and established the world’s first Black republic. Today in the face of chaos people are taking on the fight for their...
gay pride flag

Florida settles a lawsuit over its “Don’t Say Gay” law

The state of Florida has over its "Don't Say Gay" law that restricts teaching gender identity & sexual orientation in schools.
Disney

Ron DeSantis recommends his former aide to administer the Disney-area oversight district

Gov. Ron DeSantis recommended Stephanie Kopelousos to serve as administrator of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District.
Florida Capitol

Florida leaders, advocacy nonprofit take legal step to fight for Black congressional district

Listen: A case being heard in the Florida Supreme Court is challenging the Governor’s overhaul of a black North Florida Congressional District. Now, a non-profit advocacy group, along with over 31 current and former elected...
calculator and pen

Florida lawmakers reject changes to a law requiring municipal officials to disclose finances

Officials in some parts of Florida are choosing to resign rather than provide the financial information under the 2023 law.

Gardening: Past & Present with Mr. Green Thumb (Stan Defreitas)

Monday March 11, 2024 Tanja and Anni are joined on Sustainable Living to discuss gardening and trees with Stan Defreitas (Mr. Green Thumb).

Follow us on Instagram

Traffic Jam Tuesday
Player position: