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Florida Supreme Court rules against Tampa taxi companies

The court rejected arguments by taxi companies that a 2017 decision by the Legislature led to an unconstitutional “taking” of their property.
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A Florida legislature joint budget panel will make changes

A joint Florida House and Senate panel will meet next week to shift money around for several state agencies.
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A challenge to Florida’s stripper age law is dropped

A challenge has been dropped to a Florida law that prevents strippers under age 21 from performing in adult entertainment establishments.
education

Ron DeSantis signs a bill addressing training for school security guards and other measures

The bill requires that school security guard training be conducted or approved by sheriffs and changes requirements for security at schools.

The Scoop: Tue. May 20, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

WMNF headlines including DeSantis boater safety, Gaza Strip, Venezuela TPS, Manatee County, EPA Manatees.

The Scoop: Mon. May 19, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Legislators discuss term limits in Florida.

The Scoop: Fri. May 16, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Florida municipalities are now forbidden from fluoridating water after Gov. Ron DeSantis signs a sweeping bill.
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Local municipalities in Florida are now forbidden from adding fluoride to water

"Scientific evidence consistently indicates that fluoridation of community water supplies is safe and effective," said a dentist.
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The Florida legislative session will start January 13, 2026

The 2026 Florida legislative session will start on January 13. The 60-day session is slated to end March 13.

The Scoop: Thurs. May 15, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

A Florida appeals court rules that a law allowing minors to have abortions without a parent's consent is unconstitutional.

The Scoop: Wed. May 14, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

The cost of living tops $100,000 for many Pinellas and Sarasota families in Tampa Bay.

The Scoop: Mon. May 12, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

St. Petersburg celebrating three bills passed by Florida senate, Starbucks workers say barista was fired for leading charge on labor union, meat and dairy industry’s misinformation tactics
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