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Chris Young

Open carry bill draws backlash

Listen: A controversial bill filed for the upcoming legislative session would allow Floridians to openly carry firearms in the state, and it’s received scrutiny from both sides of the aisle.  The new measure would allow...

Why a Pinellas County Commissioner shifted his view on the Rays stadium deal

Listen: Pinellas County approved bonds for their part of a new $1.3 billion Tampa Bay Rays stadium. One commissioner changed his vote from a no to a yes – but there are still unknowns.  Commissioner Chris...

State officials launch new AI-powered radio emergency alert system

Listen: One thing is for certain each year in Florida: hurricanes.  And with widespread power outages from Helene and Milton, many Floridians turned to their radios for the latest updates. Now, a new technology officials will...

The holidays mean peak season for U.S. Postal Service

Listen: People ship gifts, cards, and packages nationwide as the holidays kick into full swing – and that makes the peak season for the United States Postal Service.  Michael Williams is a letter carrier. He’s been...
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HIV diagnoses among Black women in Pinellas County more than tripled since 2021

Listen: HIV diagnoses among Black women in Pinellas County have more than tripled since 2021. Human immonodeficiency virus, or HIV, is a virus that attacks cells that help the body fight infection. It makes a...
Susan Valdes

Florida State Rep. Susan Valdes of Tampa switches parties to Republican

“I’m tired of being the party of protesting when I got into politics to be part of the party of progress,” Susan Valdes said.

St. Pete nonprofit amplifies HIV prevention amid rising rates in Pinellas County

Listen: A St. Petersburg nonprofit is spreading the word about HIV prevention and treatments as diagnoses are rising in Pinellas County. HIV, or human immunodeficiency virus,  is an incurable, life-threatening virus that damages the body’s...

Manatee County restores beaches with unique sand-sifting process after hurricanes

Listen: Three major hurricanes pushed sand up to homes and on streets in Manatee County this year. Now, crews are wrapping up a unique sand-sifting process designed to preserve the beauty of the beaches.   Brad...

Tampa ranks #18 of 50 largest U.S. cities for household bills

Listen: A new report shows Tampa ranks 18th out of the 50 largest U.S. cities for household bills- and a recent move from Tampa Electric Company will only push bills higher. The average household in Tampa...

Emissions testing in Florida ended at the turn of the century. One group wants it back

Listen: Florida is one of 21 states that don’t require an emissions test to register a vehicle or renew an existing registration, and one group says that’s a problem. In 2000, former Florida Governor Jeb...

Tampa food bank sees high demand this Thanksgiving season

Listen: This Thanksgiving, many people in the Tampa Bay area will struggle to put food on the table – and demand after Hurricanes Helene and Milton is higher in the region.  Forklifts carry large pallets...
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Florida immigrants are fearful after Trump promises ‘largest deportation program in history’

Listen: President-elect Donald Trump says he will enforce the largest deportation program in history once he takes office. This comes as immigrants are already fearful in Florida. Trump made the promise while campaigning in Texas. ...
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