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Feds fire back at Florida in a nursing home kids case
The U.S. Department of Justice opposes Florida’s attempt to halt an injunction requiring keeping some children out of nursing homes.
Losses from Hurricane Idalia are estimated at $97.7 million and climbing
Estimated insured losses from Hurricane Idalia reached $97.7 million; 7 insurers can assume up to 202,000 policies from Citizens in November.
Tampa City Council member Bill Carlson on why he opposes Mayor Jane Castor’s tax hike
Just hours before the Tampa City Council was set to vote on Mayor Jane Castor’s proposed budget and property tax increase, one of its members explained on WMNF WaveMakers why he is adamantly opposed. Tampa...
The Scoop: Tues., September 5, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF
Congressional redistricting A state judge struck down North Florida’s congressional districts Saturday, rebuffing Gov. Ron DeSantis’ attempts to defy anti-gerrymandering protections. DeSantis had put the state’s Fair Districts Amendment up against the U.S. Constitution, openly...
Climate disasters create a real cost burden for Floridians
During President Biden’s trip to Florida this weekend to survey the damage from hurricane Idalia, he said with storms and wildfires raging globally, it difficult to deny the climate crisis. In the area hit by...
Florida families meet President Biden during his post-Hurricane tour
President Joe Biden took a tour through storm ravaged Live Oak Florida Saturday with First Lady Jill Biden, where they thanked Emergency Management officials, and promised aid to residents trying to rebuild. The President promised...
The Hidden Dangers of Fragrance Ingredients and more with Dr. Fred Harvey
In today's world, we are constantly surrounded by a myriad of products and medical practices that promise to improve our health and well-being. However, it's crucial to be aware of the potential health risks that...
Labor Day Celebration of Unions and Workers
The President is in Philadelphia celebrating unions and applauded U.S. workers for building the economy. Today we discuss unions, the violent beginnings of Labor Day following a strike by Pullman Railroad workers, the strike option...
A sobering discussion regarding Haitian resources and the source of power. The politics of gangs and mercenaries as Haitian civilians fight to reclaim their homes, neighborhoods ands their country as others attempt to migrate to...
Judge rules that Florida’s Congressional redistricting plan is unconstitutional
A circuit judge ruled that a congressional redistricting plan pushed by Gov. Ron DeSantis violated the Florida Constitution.
Judge won’t block a law limiting treatment for transgender Floridians
A federal judge refused to block a new Florida law making it more difficult for transgender adults to access hormone therapy and surgeries.
Robin Broad and John Cavanagh are passionate about their cause. The story they tell in The Water Defenders – How Ordinary People Saved A Country From Corporate Greed tells the inspirational story of a community...
