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In this episode of the Healthy Steps Radio Show, host Dr. Fred Harvey takes a critical look at the pharmaceutical industry, accusing it of prioritizing profits over patient well-being and the effectiveness of medications. Drawing...
The Scoop: Mon., September 18, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF
New College forum New College Interim President Richard Corcoran addressed a crowd during a public forum in West Tampa last Friday regarding his previous experience, the school’s trajectory, and controversies surrounding discrimination accusations at the...
The Cabinet supported three land purchases under the Florida Forever program. They also approved buying three conservation easements.
Florida defends its new immigration law in court
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody urged a federal judge to reject an attempt to block part of a new state law targeting people who transport undocumented immigrants into the state.
Education, Civic Engagement in the Sunshine State
Kimbery Brown-Blunt visits the Forum to announce an important Legislative Education Forum to discuss empowering communities through education, justice and civic engagement. Panelist will include elected Democratic State Senator Darryl Rouson, Representative Fentrice Driskell, Hillsborough...
2 weeks later, cleanup underway in Levy County after Idalia
A little over two weeks after Hurricane Idalia moved through Florida’s Big Bend region, extensive clean-up efforts are ongoing.
New College interim president Richard Corcoran addresses controversies, presidential bid in Tampa
New College Interim President Richard Corcoran faces controversy at a political forum in West Tampa.
Allison Holmes says there are more than 22,000 on a waitlist for Florida’s home-and community-based Medicaid waiver program for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She and her son JJ were at a legislative meeting...
The Scoop: Fri., September 15, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF
COVID-19 on the rise Florida has the highest COVID-19 hospitalization rate in the nation. This comes as hospitalization rates rise across the country. Nonprofit’s lease to expire A nonprofit that provides services to migrant...
Bill seeks to prevent abortion charges in Florida
Florida Senate Minority Leader Lauren Book filed a bill aimed at preventing women from being charged with crimes after obtaining abortions.
COVID-19 death toll continues to climb in Florida to nearly 91,000
The number of Florida residents who have died of COVID-19 since early 2020 is nearing 91,000, even as governor slams boosters.
Hillsborough judge accused of campaign wrongdoing
An investigative panel alleged that a circuit judge made “inappropriate and disparaging” remarks about her opponent during a 2022 election.
