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The Florida Supreme Court refused to speed up a challenge to congressional redistricting that Ron DeSantis pushed through the Legislature.
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.
Why Muslim and Arab Americans are Refusing to Meet Biden a Conversation with Maha Hilal
This week on True Talk, Ahmed Bedier and Samar Jarrah delve into the deep-seated concerns of Muslim and Arab American communities regarding President Biden's one-sided policies on Gaza. Despite Biden's critique of Islamophobic media portrayals,...
Opponents questioned taking the issue back to voters after a 2010 repeal effort failed. “I feel like the voters have spoken on this issue.”
The Scoop: Thu., January 25, 2024 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF
$4.8 million awarded in grants to non-profits 30 non-profits that are focusing on underserved zip codes in south St. Petersburg received grants. WMNF’s Chris Young reports that funds focus on prioritizing mental health for black...
In Florida, the voter registration edge for the Republican Party is nearly 780,000 over Democrats
The Florida Division of Elections says the GOP with 5,141,848 registered voters as of Dec. 31, vs. 3,528,807 for the Democratic Party.
Florida House panel approves term limit for county commissioners
A Florida House panel voted unanimously in favor of a proposal early Friday that would enforce a 12-year term limit for county commissioners.
William March: DeSantis’ legislative influence diminishes with his presidential prospects
Florida Gov. Ron Desantis will likely find his influence over the state Legislature diminished this year as his prospects for president decline, Tampa Bay Times columnist William March told WMNF WaveMakers with Janet and Tom....
Donald Trump trounces Ron DeSantis and the others in Iowa
Former President Donald Trump dominated the Iowa Republican presidential caucuses Monday, beating Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis et al.
Almost 1 million Florida voters declared inactive after law purging voter lists
Nearly 1 million registered voters have been dropped from Florida’s active voter rolls since 2022.
The Scoop: Fri., December 29, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF
Firework safety New Year’s Eve means celebrations, drinking, and fireworks. Tampa Fire Rescue is urging the importance of celebrating with fireworks responsibly and safely. Considering shortening firearm wait period A Senate Republican yesterday proposed...
Democrats seem to be obsessed with Donald Trump, but a lot of them should be familiar with Marianne Williamson, too. The self-help author and spiritual adviser ran for president in 2020, and is running as...
