Life Malcolm visits the forum for a wide-ranging discussion around local, national and international politics and policies. Callers joined in to discuss a historical landmark, Jackson House, in Tampa and the struggle to restore it as one of Tampa’s historic buildings. The distraction of white supremacist practices in the U.S. and abroad is discussed as… Read more »
“It’s incredible the amount of hate I have received from people who haven’t even read my piece” Agustin Fuentes on the extraordinary response to his recent essay for Scientific American titled, “Here’s Why Human Sex Is Not Binary”. The esteemed anthropologist is keen to point out that although his headline might sound provocative to naysayers,… Read more »
Episode 13, 05.16.2023, Entrepreneurship -Interview with Arbra Tawwab A Black Business Owners of Wellness Retreat/ ABNB in Lutz, Florida.
Episode 12, 05.09.2023-Interview with Dr. Carolyn Collins as the Chair of the Jackson House Foundation to Replicate/Preserve the Historical Jackson Rooming House Building at Its Original Site.
Pro soccer stakeholders announced that women’s professional soccer is coming to the Tampa Bay area 1n 2024.
The New College of Florida holds its official commencement tonight. Students upset with Governor DeSantis’ recent changes to leadership on campus, held an alternative graduation last night as a form of protest. They invited civil rights activist Maya Wiley to deliver the commencement address. When asked what she would say to Governor Ron DeSantis, graduating… Read more »
People who need screening for breast cancer but can’t get it through their regular insurance have an opportunity in Pasco County.
The Scoop: WMNF’s daily digest of news headlines for Friday, May 19th, 2023
Walt Disney Company scrapped plans to build a nearly $1 billion office complex and relocate 2,000 California-based cast members to Florida.
Environmental groups are calling for the governor to veto a bill that they worry will limit environmental protection in Florida
LISTEN: USF protestors plead ‘not guilty’ to felony charges Three of the demonstrators arrested after a March protest at the University of South Florida pleaded not guilty yesterday. Before their court date, they rallied with supporters outside the courthouse. DeSantis signs anti-LGBTQ laws Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a series of bills yesterday that opponents… Read more »
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a suite of bills targeting LGBTQ+ Floridians. LGBTQ advocates decry it as a “slate of hate.”
State officials could direct $100 million to protect 35,500 acres of ranchland for the growing Florida Wildlife Corridor.
Listen: Three of the demonstrators arrested after a protest at the University of South Florida faced their first court date today. Before their arraignment, they rallied with supporters outside the courthouse. About 20 demonstrators demanded that charges be dropped for the five protestors arrested during the March 6th protest at the University of South Florida…. Read more »
The League of United Latin American Citizens issued a travel advisory for anyone going to Florida because of the state’s new immigration law.
Local Immigration lawyers Chelsea Nowel and Ananis Makar joined Shelley for an overview of the new punitive and disruptive Florida immigration laws that threaten the Florida economy and treat undocumented people with a complete lack of dignity.
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Florida will send Florida National Guard troops and law-enforcement officers to Texas to help with border control.
Dr. David Berger, a board-certified pediatrician and USF nursing professor, was a guest on WMNF WaveMakers with Janet & Tom where he discussed the politicization of healthcare decisions in Florida, from reproductive rights to medical marijuana to trans teens and more.
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Florida “stands ready” and will send Florida National Guard troops and law-enforcement officers to Texas to help with border control.
Listen: Florida education officials have rejected dozens of social studies textbooks regarding US History, the Holocaust, and more. One Hillsborough County school board member fears what this means for the future of K-12 education. According to a press release from the Florida Department of Education, it rejected about 35% of submitted materials. Among the approved… Read more »
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