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COVID19 Thursday, November 14th 2024

Governor Ron DeSantis wants Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo in Trump’s cabinet

Listen: Governor Ron DeSantis says Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo should serve as a top health official in President-elect Donald Trump’s administration. Desantis posted to...

News and Public Affairs Thursday, November 14th 2024

The Scoop: Thurs. Nov. 14th, 2024, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Get the latest news on environmental issues: aquaculture project, red tide alerts, healthcare subsidies, and more.

Development Thursday, November 14th 2024

Developer Winway cuts down Gulfport tree, but tempers go up: The Gabber

Gulfport's Mayor said of a Winway employee, “There’s nothing more frightening than someone standing behind two of his friends threatening to kick your ass.”

Via The Gabber Gulfport tree cut down by Winway Homes

Labor Friday, March 8th 2024

Florida lawmakers pass a bill to raise the minimum age for strippers to 21

The Florida Legislature passed a bill that would prevent strippers under age 21 from working in adult-entertainment establishments.

Climate Friday, March 8th 2024

The Scoop: Fri., March 8, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Mosquitos adapt to climate change WMNF’s Chris Young reports that this adaption could mean changes when it comes to the spread of harmful diseases. Hurricane Ian relief funds A new investigation has found that groups...

Scientists analyze mosquitoes // Credit CDC 2023

Climate Friday, March 8th 2024

Study sheds light on disease-carrying mosquitoes and climate change

Listen: A study from the University of Florida shows that mosquitoes can adapt to climate change, and this adaptation may have changes on the spread of harmful diseases. Matthew Thomas is the director of the...

Blog Friday, March 8th 2024

“Springing Forward & Letting Go” on Morning Energy

Temporal landmarks (or the Fresh Start Effect) is a psychological phenomenon that represents the start of a new time period. This can range from the start of a new year, the beginning of a new...

Insurance Thursday, March 7th 2024

Florida lawmakers pass changes to Citizens Insurance

The Florida House passed a bill that could lead to at least some second homes moving from Citizens to the private insurance market.

Climate Thursday, March 7th 2024

The Florida House passed a bill to prevent offshore wind energy and remove references to reducing greenhouse gas emissions

The House voted 81-29 to pass the bill (HB 1645), which was approved by the Senate, 28-12. It is ready to go to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

News and Public Affairs Thursday, March 7th 2024

Lawmakers sign off on vacation rentals plan

By Dara Kam ©2024 The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Senate on Thursday gave final approval to a plan aimed, in part, at addressing “party houses” at short-term rental properties, as the...

Animal Rights Thursday, March 7th 2024

DeSantis to get bill on shooting bears

The state House gave final approval to a bill that would bolster self-defense arguments for people who kill bears on their property.

Education Thursday, March 7th 2024

A bill to allow chaplains in Florida schools is ready for Ron DeSantis

Florida school districts could soon be authorized to allow volunteer chaplains to provide services to students.

Environment Thursday, March 7th 2024

Environmental groups oppose a stay in the fight over wetlands permitting in Florida

Environmental groups argue that Florida's request for a stay would “create confusion and perpetuate violations” of the Endangered Species Act.

News and Public Affairs Thursday, March 7th 2024

Florida tax package includes ‘holidays’ and small insurance breaks

The Florida Senate rolled out a tax package that includes sales-tax “holidays” and modest discounts on property-insurance policies.

Ethics Thursday, March 7th 2024

The Florida Senate declines to confirm the co-founder of Moms for Liberty to the state Commission on Ethics

Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed Tina Descovich to the Florida ethics commission last year. The position requires Senate confirmation.

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