The Florida Board of Education moves to ban undocumented students
In June, The Florida State Board of Education created a policy that would prevent undocumented students from enrolling in state public universities. Now, in a meeting this week the Board of Governors could approve it.
Flock obscures data after officers found abusing database
Sarasota Police Officer Cory Waiters searched for his ex’s car over 300 times. We hear from the reporter who broke the story.
Clearwater amends its Local Housing Assistance Plan
The Clearwater City Council approved an amendment to the city’s local housing assistance plan. It allows funds to be allocated for construction and relocation assistance for those displaced during mobile park home closing.
Duke Energy releases a St. Pete study using a utility-favored firm
The study says a St. Petersburg takeover of the electric grid will cost between $2.75 and $4.1 billion. But City Council member Richie Floyd said the cost of purchasing the grid would not raise taxes. Instead, it would be paid through utility bills, the same way Duke pays for their infrastructure upgrades.
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