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The Scoop: Mon., February 12, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Florida election law A federal judge closed the door on claims that key aspects of Florida’s 2021 elections law were unconstitutional, despite acknowledging concerns about targeting Black voters. The judgment stated that the plaintiffs failed...

Florida reaches rural land deals to protect agricultural lands in Polk and Putnam Counties

Owners of three farms have signed deals with Florida, totaling nearly $9 million, to restrict future residential and commercial development.
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An appellate judge wants to be shielded from testifying in a Hillsborough election misconduct case

An appeals court judge is asking the Florida Supreme Court to shield him from testifying in a battle about alleged misconduct.

Black History: Soul Food and Culture

A motley crew: Frank Crum, Patró Mabíli, Annie Miles and host Walter L. Smith II. City of Tampa’s Frank Crum returns to reiterate the huge Black History movie and soul food event currently underway. Social...
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Controversial bills on flags and monuments appear to die in the Florida Senate

An effort to restrict what flags can be flown at schools and other public buildings flailed in the Florida Senate this week,
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A federal judge ends the legal challenges to Florida’s 2021 elections law even though the legislature changed laws to “target” Black voters

A federal judge Thursday closed the door on allegations that key parts of Florida's 2021 elections law were unconstitutional.
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Florida is fighting an attempt to speed up the legal battle over Congressional redistricting

Florida is objecting to an attempt to speed up the Florida Supreme Court ruling on congressional redistricting in time for 2024 elections.
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Florida Senators walk out after racist comments in support of monument bill

Public comment on a Florida bill to preserve monuments spiraled into racism and hate speech on Tuesday. WMNF's Chris Young reports.

The Tampa Police Department is partnering with UNCF for a Black History Walk for Education

This month, The Tampa Police Department Black History Committee is partnering with UNCF for the 2024 Black History Walk for Education.
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The Scoop: Fri., February 9, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Minors seeking abortions An appeals court has requested the Florida Supreme Court to take up an issue regarding minors who seek abortions without permission from a parent or guardian. The request comes after a three-judge...

MidPoint: “Don’t Count Florida Out!” says House Democratic Leader Fentrice Driskell

FL House Minority Leader Fentrice Driskell & newly elected Democratic Rep. Tom Keen join MidPoint to discuss state politics and elections.

A record number of manatees are flocking to an Apollo Beach canal. Why?

Listen: Manatees have been flocking to a popular canal in Apollo Beach at record rates. The manatees gather in the clean, warm water discharge canal of a Tampa Electric Power Station. Above the canal is...

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