The Scoop: Mon. March 17, 2025, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

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Gun age law upheld by appeal court

A federal appeals court upheld the constitutionality of a Florida law that raised the minimum age to purchase rifles and other long guns from 18 to 21.

Judge rejects Florida law to keep kids off social media

A federal judge has rejected a request to block a 2024 Florida law aimed at keeping children off some social-media platforms, ruling that industry groups did not show they had legal standing to challenge the measure.

One Venezuelan deportee claims he is not a criminal

The Trump administration has transferred hundreds of immigrants to El Salvador. Tim Padgett reports one deportee may be the client of a Miami attorney who insists: he’s no criminal.

Measles outbreak intensifies

A measles outbreak in the US calls for a refresher on how to stay healthy, for all ages. Cary Barbor has details.

The Scoop: Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF

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