News and Public Affairs

Erasing the Gulf of Mexico from state laws and educational materials won Florida House approval in favor of Gulf of America.

Colorado State University forecasts 17 named storms, nine hurricanes, and four major hurricanes for the 2025 hurricane season.

The Florida House approved a controversial measure that would impose new requirements on the ballot-initiative process.

April is one of the driest months in Florida, according to the National Weather Service.  It’s also the peak demand season for public water suppliers.  The Southwest Florida Water Management District declared April as Water...

Trump attacks Big Law firms to settle his political grievances. Some firms capitulate and others go on the defensive.

Listen: The roof of Tropicana Field was torn off during Hurricane Milton last year. The St. Petersburg City Council voted Thursday to spend millions to replace it with a stronger one.  The City will spend...

Last year, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) proposed plans to build golf courses, pickleball courts, and hotels in nine Florida state parks. It was called ParkGate by some environmental advocates and became a...

Roundup of news headlines produced for WMNF Community Radio: DOGE audit, black bear hunt, term limits, and K-12 book removal bill.

Luis Viera is running as a Democrat to represent District 67 in 2026, where House Democratic leader Fentrice Driskell is terming out.

Brianna, Holly and Miguel will replace Beryl, Helene and Milton on the 2030 hurricane name list.

"Sensational SciFest," is for children with sensory sensitivities and hosted by Scientists Inc. & Center for Autism and Related Disabilities.

The Florida Immigrant Coalition and other immigrant advocates are voicing concerns about controversial 287(g) agreements in Florida.