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Tampa benefit concert calls for end to qualified immunity on anniversary of teen’s death

Listen: A non-profit is hosting a concert to call for justice. It’s to commemorate the 11th anniversary of Andrew Joseph III, a teen killed after his family says he was negligently left alone by police. ...

One voice in the city

Gwen Henderson and host Walter L. Smith II, Florida A&M University Alumni, at WMNF

Resentment and resistance

Patró Mabíli takes on old talking points about deficits and closed borders. The U.S., a One-Party State, a Democratic Resistance  The political divide deepens, Project 2025 architects empowered, the rich get richer and  fear among...

Legalize it: amendment 3 implications

Unpacking Florida Amendment 3 and possible political challenges if passed.

Allegations of money laundering and misappropriation of funds made against Lee County Sheriff Marceno

By Bob Norman Bonita Springs jeweler Ken Romano didn’t hide his association with Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno. The two men were allegedly close friends who shared a taste for gambling, bling, and high-end cars....

The Scoop: Thurs. Sept. 5th, 2024, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Stay updated with the latest news: pedestrian fatality, inmate deaths, weather alerts, and political developments.

The Scoop: Thurs. August 1st, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Tampa Police Department corporal under investigation for what several female colleagues called unwanted romantic advances, has resigned.

Put a woman in charge

SF July 28 8am SF July 28 9am Vice-President Kamala Harris has ramped up the money game a mere 24 hours after President Joe Biden stepped off and endorsed her candidacy. Harris’ campaign has raised...

The Scoop: Fri. June 21st, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

In the past decade, there have been more than 200 unintentional drowning deaths in Hillsborough County.  WMNF’s Chris Young reports that four Tampa pools took part in the 15th annual World’s Largest Swim lesson in...

Tampa’s Fearless Four Fought Discrimination in City Employment

MidPoint learns the history of The Fearless Four: four Black Tampa policemen who, in the face of heavy backlash, filed a racial discrimination complaint against the Tampa Police Dept. in the 1970's, which helped spark...

The Scoop: Tues. June 11th, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Florida is focusing on crime. St. Pete has a new Youth Care program for young felonies. And Florida jails are using cards to solve unsolved cases.

The Scoop: Thurs. June 6th, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Brush fires are becoming more frequent in the area, leaving to more burn bans. Meanwhile, Lakeland denies body cam video from Memorial Day weekend.
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