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The Scoop: Fri., April 12, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Black Maternal Health Week It’s Black Maternal Health Week, and a new list released yesterday from U.S. News & World Report ranks hospitals with high black maternal health outcomes. WMNF’s Chris Young tells us that...
Florida Capitol

Paul Renner’s political committee raised $368,000 in the days before the Florida legislative session

The Conservatives for Principled Leadership committee had about $2.57 million in cash on hand as of March 31.
Richard Corcoran

New College of Florida trustees give President Richard Corcoran a $200,000 incentive bonus

New College of Florida President Richard Corcoran will receive $200,000 in incentive pay; after a performance evaluation.

From beats to conservation: Exploring the role of artists in environmental justice

Through historical reflections on counterculture movements and the genesis of Earth Day, it illuminates the enduring influence of music in advocating for environmental justice. Delve into the melodic tapestry that stitches together activism and change.
Citrus

Florida’s citrus forecast takes a hit

A report estimates that Florida growers will produce 18.8 million 90-pound boxes of oranges and 2 million boxes of grapefruit this season.
homeowner's insurance

Florida Peninsula Insurance Company will lower rates by an average of 2 percent

Florida lawmakers and insurance industry officials say changes, such as steps to reduce costly litigation, are helping the market rebound.
medical worker

Only one Florida hospital makes national rankings for Black maternal health

Listen: It’s Black Maternal Health Week, and a new list released Thursday from U.S. News & World Report ranks hospitals with high black maternal health outcomes. Only one Florida hospital is ranked among 26 across...
classroom

St. Petersburg College proposes three new degree programs

They are B.S. degrees in cardiopulmonary sciences and secondary English education and a bachelor of applied science degree in digital media.
SCOTUS protest

Backers of Florida’s abortion rights ballot question raise $2.2 million

A political committee hoping to pass a ballot initiative to enshrining abortion rights in the Florida Constitution raised $2.2 million.
Roe vs. Wade rally

Coalition builders?

Florida Democrats are trying to create alliances this year with Republicans and independents who support abortion rights.

The Scoop: Thur., April 11, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Florida Senate district map questioned A new lawsuit says the map of Florida Senate districts violates the Florida constitution and federal Voting Rights Act. WMNF’s Chris Young reports Tampa and St. Petersburg residents worry the...

DeSantis criticizes Biden’s student loan plan; blasts sociology degree programs

Governor Ron DeSantis is defending the state’s decision to oppose federal student loan forgiveness. The governor contrasted his recommendations with Biden’s proposal on Wednesday. Last year DeSantis suggested that universities should cover debt for borrowers...

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