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New hearing sought in lawmaker subpoena fight
©2023 The News Service of Florida. All rights reserved TALLAHASSEE — Plaintiffs’ attorneys Monday asked a full federal appeals court to take up a dispute about whether 14 current and former Florida lawmakers should have...
St. Petersburg legislators propose urban farming initiative expansion
Listen: Rural areas are known for farming– but a new bill was filed by St. Petersburg legislators to promote urban farming. Democratic Representative Lindsay Cross of St. Petersburg is the sponsor of the House...
Attitudes on U.S. Economy and Democracy
Inflation is down but Americans are still gloomy over the economy. Also, some survey research studies find some people believe U.S. democracy may not survive another two decades. The community weigh-in on the direction and...
The Scoop: Mon., November 20, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF
Superintendents address education guidelines As Florida gained national attention for its sweeping legislation on K-12 Education, Tampa Bay superintendents spoke out on how they are tackling issues, including Florida’s controversial voucher program, in their respective...
Self Determination and Healthy Living
The Forum begins with a nod to the enduring legacy of Marcus Garvey, the Black Nationalist of the early 20th century, as we talked about about modern ideas for Black self-sufficiency. Gardening in it’s many...
Tampa Bay superintendents defend public education, criticize controversial voucher program
Listen: As Florida gained national attention for its sweeping legislation on K-12 Education, Tampa Bay superintendents spoke out on how they are tackling issues, including Florida’s controversial voucher program, in their respective counties. Pasco County...
Addressing Disinformation & Propaganda with Social Science & Hip-Hop
What a pleasure to converse with Professor Walter Grayson and Danian Darrell Jerry two insightful men who are undeniably passionate about their endeavor as co-editors of Illmatic Consequences: The Clapback to Opponents of ‘Critical Race...
The Scoop: Fri., November 17, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF
School threats A 16-year-old is facing charges after making school threats on the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Instagram page. The teen had claimed he would bomb every school in the county tomorrow. Deputies searched the home,...
Bill in Florida legislature would stop smoking and vaping at state parks
A Democrat filed a proposal (HB 495) that would prohibit smoking or vaping within Florida state parks.
Insured losses in Florida from Hurricane Idalia hit $309.5 million
Estimated insured losses from Hurricane Idalia have reached $309.5 million, while claims have topped 25,000 in Florida.
SJP at UF is suing over an order issued by university system Chancellor Ray Rodrigues that targeted such organizations on Florida campuses.
Florida TaxWatch CEO Dominic Calabro accused of sexual harassment and retaliation
A former high-ranking employee of Florida TaxWatch accused the leader of sexual harassment, drinking on the job and retaliation.
