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Sarasota Commissioners unanimously approve a controversial expansion of Palmer Ranch East

Sarasota County provided preliminary approval for new housing development in Palmer Ranch East. Supporters say it would improve housing availablity and job opportunities.

The Florida PSC votes against weakening a decades-old rule that passes on savings to Florida ratepayers

Florida’s Public Service Commission voted against an amendment that would have led to increased utility rates for Florida’s residential customers.

Polk County Public Schools unanimously approve an increase in teacher salary

Polk Schools will distribute $6.7 million to 2,700 classroom teachers who have worked for 10-plus years. Any remaining funds will be allocated to any remaining non-classroom teachers with that level of experience.

A federal judge freezes President Trump’s attempt to limit mail voting

The preliminary injunction pauses the president’s attempts to limit mail voting, which could have made it more difficult for many people from voting in the midterm elections.

The Scoop, produced by Jaila Harrigan

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Information from the News Service of Florida, the Associated Press, and Florida Public Media was used in this report