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UF, USF among four Florida schools with ties to foreign ‘countries of concern’
Listen: Following a law signed last year by Governor Ron DeSantis, Florida universities are cutting ties with “countries of concern” that they do business with. Information presented at a State University System Board of Governors...
Florida elections police have questioned people in their homes about petitions they signed to get an abortion rights amendment on the ballot.
We spoke with Cathy Salustri, the owner of The Gabber newspaper in Pinellas County and the author of a new book, Florida Spectacular.
Experts give tips for Vehicle Theft Prevention Month
Florida ranks third in the nation for the number of vehicle thefts per state. Here's how you can protect your car.
Brain drain: Unpacking Florida’s assault on academic freedom
In this episode of “Wide Awake America” on WMNF Tampa, host Nadine Smith speaks with Danaya Wright, a distinguished legal scholar and historian from the University of Florida. Professor Wright delves into the ongoing challenges...
Planned Parenthood addresses challenges caused by Florida’s six-week abortion ban
The Hillsborough County School Board has approved putting the question before voters about a tax increase
DeSantis signs bills to shield police
Governor Ron DeSantis appeared at Tallahassee this morning to sign two bills regarding law enforcement. Listen: SB 184 First, the Halo Bill shields police from harassment if they are “actively doing their job.” That means...
USF’s Susan MacManus: Pandemic changed Florida politics forever
In the past four years, Republicans solidified their control in Florida, and it all started with the pandemic, says Susan MacManus, the retired University of South Florida political scientist who is one of the most...
St Pete receives funding for homeowners impacted by hurricane
St Petersburg has recently received $600,000 from the state of Florida to help homeowners impacted by Hurricane Idalia
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis today suspended Orange and Osceola Counties' elected State Attorney Monique Worrell for alleged "incompetence" and "neglect of duty." Andrew Warren, elected State Attorney of Hillsborough County, was himself suspended almost one...
Court allows an inmate to challenge the jail scanning his legal-related mail into a computer
A federal appeals court revived a lawsuit by a Polk County inmate saying his rights were violated by jail officials scanning his legal mail into a computer.
Tallahassee Democrat’s Kathryn Varn talks Florida ‘trauma session’ on WMNF Tampa
On the latest episode of The Skinny on WMNF Tampa 88.5-FM, Mitch, Ben and Ray talk FBI raids, Uhuru, Michelin stars and continue to recap the 2023 Florida legislative session. They’re joined by special guest...
