Tampa 10th grader creates AI-powered SAT prep app to help students who can afford tutors
TAMPA, Fla. – At just 16 years old, Eric MacDonald is already tackling real-world problems with technology. The…
Gasparilla Arts Leads Community Collaboration to Unveil New East Tampa Mural Honoring Women’s History
Gasparilla Arts, in collaboration with community, cultural, and educational partners, will officially unveil a new public mural honoring…
The Scoop: Thurs. Jan. 15, 2026 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
Are changes coming to “Schools of Hope?” The Florida Department of Education is revising the rules for Schools…
Gov. DeSantis speaking at St. Petersburg College alongside Florida’s education commissioner
PINELLAS PARK, Fla. – Governor Ron DeSantis is speaking Tuesday morning on the St. Petersburg College campus. He…
Dr. Rhea Law’s lifetime bet on the University of South Florida
When Dr. Rhea Law looks at the University of South Florida, she does not see a chapter. She…
Charter school audit showed no crisis before closure
A month before its surprise, mid-year shutdown that “blindsided” parents, Legends Academy’s financial reports showed no hint of…
Florida will teach communism this year. Here’s everything you should know
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Late last year, the Florida Board of Education approved the new standards for an upcoming…
OCPS consolidation meetings raise concerns for parents
ORLANDO, Fla. — As Orange County Public Schools continues its consolidation meetings this week, families say their concerns aren’t…
Broward schools criticized over decision to move some graduations to gyms
The Broward School District plans to cut costs by moving some high school graduation ceremonies from performing arts…
Why Tampa Bay growth requires learning not just hiring
In a market like Tampa Bay, growth is everywhere. New buildings. New businesses. New people are arriving every…
Florida House passes nursing school oversight bill
The Florida House gave near unanimous approval on Thursday to a proposal that would tighten the state Board…
Following Texas, Florida Drops ABA Oversight of Lawyers
Florida is now the second state to drop its requirement that lawyers in the state hold a degree…