Voters in Tampa discuss their mood on issues like Iran and ICE — and it’s dark
Talking directly to voters illuminates political reporting. You get to bypass those who usually tell us what voters…
Is bill regulating data centers a win for Florida? Ask who decides what’s ‘feasible’
By Mark McNees Here is a word that does not appear in Florida Statutes with a definition: feasible.…
Legislature approves regulatory framework for data centers as Florida tries to keep ahead in AI race
The Legislature has passed a new regulatory framework for data centers to be built in the state. The…
Florida House passes bill to regulate AI data centers, measure heads to Senate
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV/Gray Florida Capital Bureau) – The Florida House approved a bill Tuesday that would regulate artificial…
The Scoop: Wed. Mar. 11, 2026 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
Senate Bill 302 is on the governor’s desk for approval The Senate Bill may be a win for…
The robots are coming for Florida’s water
As the artificial intelligence boom continues at a rapid pace, are Floridians aware of the potential impacts to…
Florida Senate passes data center regulations amid Trump AI intrigue
The Florida Senate unanimously passed a bill Thursday to add regulations to large-scale data centers aimed at protecting…
Florida lawmakers move to shield residents from AI data center electricity costs
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV/Gray Florida Capital Bureau) – A Florida House committee approved legislation Tuesday designed to prevent AI…
Byron Donalds dismisses ‘performative’ AI critiques, argues again for data centers in Florida
Gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds continues to argue that Florida needs a “plan” on how to deal with artificial intelligence data…
Florida’s GOP-led House stalls on DeSantis AI agenda
TALLAHASSEE, Florida — Key policies sought by Gov. Ron DeSantis to regulate artificial intelligence and the data centers…
The Scoop: Mon. Feb. 9, 2026 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
A new report tells of the impacts of AI data centers in Florida Chris Young reports on an…
The Scoop: Tues. Feb. 4, 2026 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
Data centers bill moves ahead in legislature Legislation that would address key issues such as electricity and water…