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Unions and a New College professor challenge a Florida law that got rid of arbitration

Faculty unions and a New College of Florida professor who was denied tenure have challenged the constitutionality of a new state law.
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The state fires back against teachers’ unions attempt to block a new Florida law on dues deductions

Florida urged a federal judge to reject teachers' unions' request to block a law preventing union dues from being deducted from paychecks.

Hearing loss in Florida

Repeated exposure to sounds that are above 85 decibels can damage hearing. Florida has one of the highest numbers of people with hearing loss.
The Scoop: WMNF Daily News Digest

The Scoop: Fri., August 4, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF

Wakulla Springs faces possible development Locals are trying to protect Wakulla Springs ahead of a meeting that could jeopardize its future. Environmental advocates and Wakulla County residents are protesting proposed changes that may threaten a...
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College Board says Florida has “effectively banned” its AP psychology course

Florida’s restrictions on instruction about sexual orientation & gender identity have “effectively banned” an AP psychology course.
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Renting out a room in your home? You may lose full homestead exemption

Listen:   With Florida’s rising cost of living, many might think about renting out a portion of their home. If you do, you cannot claim a full homestead exemption. Homestead exemption lets you receive up...
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Florida AG Ashley Moody says a proposed recreational cannabis amendment “misleads” voters to benefit Trulieve

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody’s office says a proposed constitutional amendment that would authorize the recreational use of marijuana “misleads” voters in a way to benefit the state’s largest medical-marijuana operator, Trulieve.
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Locals, environmentalists prepare to defend Wakulla Springs ahead of upcoming meeting

Environmental advocates and Wakulla County residents are protesting proposed changes that may threaten a state attraction.
Storm frequency during hurricane season. By FPREN.

Be ready: hurricane season historically kicks into higher gear in August

Historically, 90% of all hurricanes and 95% of all major hurricanes happen after August 1 until the season officially closes out on Nov. 30.
The Scoop: WMNF Daily News Digest

The Scoop: Thurs., August 3, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF

Donald Trump to surrender to federal authorities Donald Trump is scheduled to surrender to federal authorities in Washington this afternoon. He will be booked and fingerprinted before being escorted to his arraignment, which has been...
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Backroom Briefing: Eyeing Florida’s immigration law

Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson says a new Florida immigration law could bring “unintended consequences” to construction & tourism.

Veterans can receive additional benefits due to broader eligibility for victims of toxic exposure

The PACT Act was signed into law a year ago by President Joe Biden. It expands eligibility for VA health care for Veterans with toxic exposures and Veterans of the Vietnam, Gulf War, and post-9/11...
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