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The Scoop: Tues. Jan. 14, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
Justices to hear felon voter fraud fight The Florida Supreme Court will take up a convicted felon’s appeal. Yesterday, the court said it would hear from Terry Hubbard, although a date was not set for arguments. DeSantis calls special session for immigration DeSantis called for a special session on immigration yesterday. WMNF’s Chris Young reports that…
Justices to hear felon voter fraud fight
By Jim Saunders | ©2025 The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Supreme Court on Monday said it will take up an appeal by a convicted felon who was one of 20 people accused by Gov. Ron DeSantis and other state officials in 2022 of registering and voting when they were ineligible. Justices…
Manatees to keep ‘threatened’ tag
By Jim Saunders | ©2025 The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Federal wildlife officials Monday released a proposal that would continue to classify Florida manatees as a threatened species, after environmentalists argued they should be reclassified as endangered. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is expected Tuesday to publish a proposed rule that details…
Immigrant group slams Gov. DeSantis call for a special session as a ‘distraction’
Listen: Governor Ron DeSantis announced a special session on immigration – but one group says it’s a waste of time. The special session will likely carry out President-elect Donald Trump’s expected crackdown on immigration laws. DeSantis made the announcement at the State Capitol. “The state of Florida stands ready, willing, and able to be able…
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WMNF SOTD 1/14/25 PUSH/PULL by Peace Cult
The WMNF Song of the Day for Tuesday January 14, 2025 is PUSH/PULL by Tampa alternative band Peace Cult.
Peace Cult is an alternative pop-rock group from Tampa, Florida. They consist of Emma Treneff (lead vocals/rhythm guitar), Colten Catrett (lead guitar), Marina Moyer (drums), and Elliot Picciuto (bass).
WMNF SOTD 1/13/25: Denial is a River by Doechii
Where does one start when talking about Doechii? The multiple Grammy noms, including Best New Artist nom? Being selected as AllHipHop’s Lyricist of the Year?
Well, if you are from Southwest Florida, you lead with the fact that the hyper talented and witty rapper is from Tampa.
WMNF SOTD: Serotonin Dopamine by Tamayo Band
The WMNF Song of the Day For January 10, 2025 is Serotonin Dopamine by Tamayo Band.
Tamayo Band’s mission is clear: Create the music they want to hear.
Named after the group’s leader, Michael Tamayo, the band is inspired by artists from multiple genres including Rock, Reggae, and Psychedelic Jam. The band formed in 2018 in Gainesville, Florida and began to perform and record regularly around the state soon after that.
“A Lasting Legacy” on Morning Energy
“Your Legacy is not what you leave for people, but what you leave in people”…Anonymous ABC News was one of several media outlets that aired a special following the death of former President Jimmy Carter. The special was titled: “Jimmy Carter: A Full Life – A Special Edition of 20/20”. The program was filled with inspiring stories about…
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