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environment

On Earth Day, Floridians discuss the intersection of race and the environment at conference

Listen: This Earth Day, Floridians from across the state gathered in Tampa to discuss the impact of environmental threats like climate change on marginalized communities. The event was part of the 1st annual community conference...
People stand outside while holding signs. A woman in grey shirt holds microphone and stands behind a podium.

Florida State Park Love Fests aim to protect parks

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...

The Scoop: Fri. March 28, 2025, Florida and Tampa Bay headlines by WMNF

Round up of WMNF news headlines including Florida For All panel, beach accessibility, and new program for students with developmental disabilities.

Forest school: A different way of learning with Erin Melia and Justine Wilson

Join Tanja and Anni to discuss forest schools with expert guests Justin Wilson of Curious and Kind and Erin Melia of Mangrove School.

Environmental groups sue the Trump administration to protect 11 Florida species

Recent federal cuts impacts are being challenged by the Center for Biological Diversity in their lawsuit to protect Florida species.

Challenging Mosaic Phosphate Co.

Environmental lawyers are challenging Mosaic Phosphate company's plans for their hazardous waste disposal in Florida
Everglades wetlands

Water management bill advances, offering $750 million for Everglades restoration

Today the State Senate Environment and Natural Resources Committee advanced a bill to offer $750 million dollars to Everglades restoration. The bill’s supporters also want to see smarter spending and more transparency in how water...

Chemtrails bill advances in State Senate Environment and Natural Resources Committee

Republican lawmakers in Florida want to investigate chemtrails. A bill advanced during Tuesday’s meeting of the Senate Environment and Natural Resources committee.  State Senator Ileana Garcia sponsored Senate Bill 56 to investigate concerns about chemicals...

Park preservation bill approved by Florida State Senate’s environmental committee

Today Florida lawmakers unanimously advanced a bill to prevent golf courses, pickleball courts, hotels and other developments that do not promote conservation from being built in state parks. The bill is a response to last...

Springs and natural shoreline restoration with Tom Ries

Join Anni Ellis on this week's Sustainable Living Show as she discusses springs and natural shoreline restoration with local expert Tom Ries
Everglades

Proposed South Florida mining project sparks concerns

A major project in South Florida is in the works to address environmental challenges in the Everglades. However, opinions are divided on whether the plan will help the region.  The Southland Water Resource Project is...

Manatees to keep ‘threatened’ tag

Listen: By Jim Saunders | ©2025 The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Federal wildlife officials Monday released a proposal that would continue to classify Florida manatees as a threatened species, after environmentalists argued they...
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