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Voting
The Scoop: Fri. July 12th, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
A Bradenton Man is sentenced to federal prison for his actions during January 6th, and Duke Energy makes plans for a new nuclear plant.
University of Tampa recognized for its plan to increase student voting
The University of Tampa increased its student voting and is being recognized for it.
Tennis champion Coco Gauff urges young Floridians to vote
Listen: Pro tennis star Coco Gauff is outspoken on social issues. She recently told the AP that it’s “a crazy time to be a Floridian, especially a Black one at that.” Gauff criticized book bans...
The Hillsborough County School Board has approved putting the question before voters about a tax increase
Hillsborough County School Board votes to let voters decide on a tax increase for education
The Hillsborough County School Board has approved putting the question before voters about a tax increase
The Scoop: Tues. February 27, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
Sarasota Police The Sarasota Police Department is actively investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred yesterday morning near the Ringling Museum. Measles in Polk County Measles confirmed in Polk County, first adult case in Florida this...
The Scoop: Mon., February 26, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
AAUP sanctions New College of Florida The American Association of University Professors has voted to sanction New College of Florida, citing substantial noncompliance with widely accepted standards of academic governance. DeSantis sends Floridians to...
The Scoop: Mon., February 12, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
Florida election law A federal judge closed the door on claims that key aspects of Florida’s 2021 elections law were unconstitutional, despite acknowledging concerns about targeting Black voters. The judgment stated that the plaintiffs failed...
A federal judge Thursday closed the door on allegations that key parts of Florida's 2021 elections law were unconstitutional.
The Florida Senate president opposes changes to mail voting
Senate President Kathleen Passidomo on Tuesday voiced opposition Tuesday to a proposal that would scale back voting by mail.
A Senate Republican files a bill to take away the right to cast a mail ballot for many Floridians
Sen. Blaise Ingoglia has filed a bill that could lead to potentially far-reaching changes in voting by mail in Florida.
Plaintiffs fire back in felons’ voting case in Florida
Plaintiffs want to continue a lawsuit challenging how Florida is carrying out a constitutional amendment to restore felons’ voting rights.
