Senate Bill 302 is on the governor’s desk for approval
The Senate Bill may be a win for environmental advocates around Tampa Bay, as it would stop the development of a mega cruise port in Manatee County.
Fort Meade Commission delays vote on data center
Officials delayed the final vote on a proposal to build a massive data center after residents raised concerns about higher electric bills, water usage, and emissions during a Fort Meade City Commission meeting.
Drought worsens across Florida
The drought is one of the worst the state has seen in 50 years, according to Chief Science Officer for Tampa Bay Water, Warren Hogg.
Governor Ron DeSantis is behind the domestic terrorism bill
The bill would designate certain organizations as domestic terrorists, and allow for the expulsion of college students who support those movements.
The Democratic National Committee filed a lawsuit requesting records on the possibility of federal troops at polling locations
The lawsuit claims multiple Freedom of Information requests sent in October have not been answered, violating public records law.
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