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SOTD 4/29/25: The Last True Rebel by The Steel Crows 

This week we are are doing Orlando Week, or O-Week for short. Of course, we cannot fit every Orlando band in these 5 days, so...
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University of South Florida faculty demand USF police pull out of ICE immigration partnership

Listen: Earlier this month, police at the University of South Florida announced they planned to partner with ICE to enforce immigration laws.  Now, USF faculty...
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These Florida bills could aid charter schools

Democrats argue the measures to boost charter schools in Florida would chip away at traditional public schools.
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The Scoop: Fri. April 11, 2025, Florida and Tampa Bay headlines by WMNF

Round up of WMNF news headlines including $10 million donation transparency, Florida's Parental Rights bill, and sewage report in Lakeland.

SOTD 4/11/25: Nesting Dolls by In Transit

The WMNF Song of the Day for April 11, 2025 is “Nesting Dolls” by In Transit an Indie/Prog/Post-Hardcore band from Bradenton, Fl. In Transit is Ben Bakker (Vocals & Guitar), Adam Byers (Guitar & Vocals),...
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A judge says that a football recruit can continue his case against the University of Florida

A judge ruled that Jaden Rashada can pursue fraud and conspiracy allegations against defendants including UF football coach Billy Napier.
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The Florida House advances a plan for hurricane preparedness and response

HB 1535 includes addressing local government responsibilities about issues such as construction regulations and debris removal after storms.
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Florida citrus growers see a slight improvement

The forecast for grapefruit production in Florida increased from 1.2 million boxes in March to 1.3 million.

DeSantis escalates attack on Florida House of Representatives

The battle between Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and the Republican-led House of Representatives continues.  The latest jab came Wednesday when he was speaking at a National Home Rental Council event in Orlando.  DeSantis touted Florida’s...

Concerns about Florida Parental Rights bill continue

This past February, Republican House Representative Rachel Saunders Plakon filed HB 1505. This bill, known as the Parental Rights Bill, seeks to amend parental rights regarding parental consent. The bill would also remove exceptions that...
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Republican leaders question $10 million donation to Casey DeSantis-linked charity

Listen: An organization tied to a program led by Casey DeSantis received $10 million donation stemming from a settlement with the state’s Agency for Health Care Administration.  Leaders of that agency faced heated questioning about...
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A Florida Senate committee supports changes to oil drilling permitting

The bill requires the Florida DEP to use a “balancing test” for proposed drilling permits within one mile of rivers and lakes.
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“April Showers Bring May Flowers and More” on Morning Energy

“April showers bring May flowers, but they also bring renewal and growth.” – Mandy Harrison The phrase “April Showers Bring May Flower” is a popular saying that is believed to have originated from a work...

DOGE Cuts to NOAA Impact Hurricane Readiness and More

Meteorologists say DOGE cuts to NOAA impact weather forecasting and hurricane readiness and may damage national and international commerce.
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A Florida Senate committee advances a bill to prevent denying treatment to people based on whether they are vaccinated

The bill drew debate because it would expand the “Florida Patient’s Bill of Rights and Responsibilities."
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