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Gov. Ron DeSantis placed Morningstar, a Chicago-based investment research firm, on Florida’s list of “scrutinized companies.”
The Scoop: Wed., October 25, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF
Police violence causes frustration Last night the Tampa Bay Community Action Committee failed to persuade the Citizen’s Review Board to investigate injuries Tampa Police officers caused a woman 4 years ago. Kelsey Storemski found herself...
In the United States, about 27 million people have asthma or 8% of the population. Today is Lung Health Day.
Decision is delayed on whether Florida can import prescription drugs from Canada
Florida likely will have to wait a little longer to find out if it will be able to import cheaper prescription drugs from Canada.
Florida rule prohibiting kids from attending drag shows goes to U.S. Supreme Court
Florida wants the US Supreme Court to stay a preliminary injunction that a U.S. District Judge issued to block the drag show law.
Local group frustrated as Citizen’s Review Board refuses to investigate case of police violence
A local group says that the Tampa Citizen’s Review Board is not doing enough to pursue justice for victims of police violence. Last night the Tampa Bay Community Action Committee failed to persuade the Citizen’s...
St. Pete Shuffleboard Club gears up for centennial anniversary while hosting World Championship
For the St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club and its members, 2023 marks not only the countdown to the club’s centennial anniversary but also its second time hosting the International Shuffleboard Association World Championships in the past...
Hearing set in a case alleging state discrimination against FAMU
On Nov. 8 a court will hear a request to dismiss a lawsuit alleging discrimination against historically Black Florida A&M University.
Chancellor Ray Rodrigues asked schools to disband National Students for Justice in Palestine amid the war between Israel and Hamas.
Florida AG Ashley Moody targets Meta over its effects on kids
Florida filed a federal lawsuit alleging that Facebook and Instagram use "manipulative" features to keep minors hooked on social media.
Florida's Citizens Property Insurance Corp. dropped in customer numbers this month after private carriers took nearly 100,000 policies.
The properties were leased to private businesses for such things as fixed-base operations, aircraft maintenance and repair and fueling.
