In Hardee County, Hurricane Ian claimed two lives. Many Hardee communities are flooded and more than 99% were without power Friday morning.
Disaster aid to Florida will expand in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian
A major-disaster declaration from President Joe Biden for Hurricane Ian recovery will be expanded to more areas in Florida.
Sustainable Living: Native Plants and Wildlife
Today on Sustainable Living, we had guest Craig Huegel. We talked about native plants and wildlife AND the USF Botanical Garden.
A poll says Floridians want the government to act on climate change
Florida voters want the government to act on climate change. A new poll finds that climate is now the number 4 issue in Florida.
Here’s how to get your Hurricane Ian debris picked up in St. Pete
On Monday, St Petersburg will start collecting tree and plant debris from residential homes because of hurricane Ian.
“In The Eye Of The Storm” on Morning Energy
On land, the “eye” of a hurricane is the calmest part of the storm and is mostly clear of clouds, wind, and rain. Although the “eye of the storm” is relatively calm, it is “The EyeWall” that is the most devastating part of the hurricane, particularly the upper right hand quadrant due to the counterclockwise rotation of the wind. It is easy for those in the… Read more »
After Hurricane Ian: Florida’s insurance system is in the crosshairs
Outgoing State Sen. Jeff Brandes thinks Hurricane Ian will shake the already-fragile property insurance market in Florida.
Hurricane Ian slams into Florida as a major Category 4 storm; here’s what you need to know
Hurricane Ian struck Southwest Florida around 3:05 p.m. Wednesday near Cayo Coasta as a Category 4 hurricane with winds of 150 mph.
Voters not happy with the Florida Supreme Court can have their say in November
Five Florida Supreme Court Justices are on the ballot in November. Some voters believe only one is worth keeping on the court. We dive into why with attorneys Laura Lawson and Sean Shaw.
Have questions about Hurricane Ian? The latest from a Florida Public Radio Emergency Network meteorologist on WMNF’s Tuesday Café.
Hurricane Ian is expected to affect the Tampa Bay area from Tuesday evening through at least Thursday night.
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The Biggest Ideas In The Universe. Elton John @ 75.
Sean Carroll – The Biggest Ideas in the Universe The most trusted explainer of the most mind-boggling concepts pulls back the veil of mystery that has too long cloaked the most valuable building blocks of modern science. Sean Carroll, with his genius for making complex notions entertaining, presents in his uniquely lucid voice the fundamental… Read more »
Florida considers seasonal protections for manatees
Florida wildlife officials are set to establish a “seasonal” no-entry zone in Brevard County waters to further protect threatened manatees
The unemployment rate in Florida increased last week
Unemployment claims in Florida have increased slightly since last week. The unemployment rate remains relatively low.
New Port Richey Police Corporal fired for inappropriate contact with teen
A New Port Richey Police Corporal has been fired. Bobby Lubrido was fired for having improper contact with a teenage girl.
Student loan forgiveness affects 2.43 million Floridians
2.43 million people in Florida are eligible for reductions or elimination of student-loan debt under Biden’s plan.
Florida asks U.S. Supreme Court to decide social media law fight
Florida asked the U.S. Supreme Court to take up a First Amendment battle about a 2021 Florida law placing restrictions on Facebook & Twitter.
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MidPoint: Legal issues in the news
Former Chair of the Florida ACLU Legal Panel James Shaw Jr. joined Shelley for an open discussion to share some of the interesting legal issues in the news.
A multi-pronged approach to the fentanyl epidemic
In the heat of the current fentanyl epidemic, an average of 30 people die from drug overdoses every week in the Tampa Bay Region. Jennifer Webb, executive director of Live Tampa Bay, joined WaveMakers to talk about about the coalition of community leaders fighting the battle against fentanyl.
Judge allows police budget challenge to advance in Florida
Lawsuit advances challenging part of a protest law that lets the FLorida governor & Cabinet override local decisions about police spending.
Pinellas County educational support staff could see higher wages under new deal with the district
Educational support staff could see a 4.25% pay raise under a new deal reached between their union and Pinellas County Schools.
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