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The Scoop: Tues., January 2, 2024 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF

Jan 2, 2024 | wmnf.org | Corey Beltran

Ziegler investigation deepensSarasota police have obtained a third warrant in their investigation of Florida GOP Chair Christian Ziegler, who is accused of rape. There’s probable cause to believe Ziegler also committed video voyeurism. The accuser said she would only participate with Bridgette’s participation. Christian allegedly disregarded this stipulation and proceeded to initiate sex anyway at the accuser’s home. Christian has flouted calls to step down, even from Governor Ron DeSantis.
The Scoop: Fri., December 29, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF

Dec 29, 2023 | wmnf.org | Corey Beltran

Firework safetyNew Year’s Eve means celebrations, drinking, and fireworks. Tampa Fire Rescue is urging the importance of celebrating with fireworks responsibly and safely. Considering shortening firearm wait periodA Senate Republican yesterday proposed scaling back a law that imposes a three-day waiting period on gun purchases in Florida. This would eliminate the waiting period on purchases of rifles and shotguns, leaving it only on purchases of handguns.
The Scoop: Thurs., December 28, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF

Dec 28, 2023 | wmnf.org | Corey Beltran

Boil water noticeNorthwest Hillsborough County is under a boil water notice due to a water main break along Ehrlich Road near Summerwind Drive. Customers in impacted areas are advised to boil all tap water used for cooking, drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, or washing dishes. Spring semester tax holidayFor the first time, Florida is offering a back-to-school sales-tax holiday for the spring semester, as students return from the winter break.
The Scoop: Wed., December 27, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF

Dec 27, 2023 | wmnf.org | Corey Beltran

Rent caps and grantsState lawmakers will discuss bills related to housing in Florida in the upcoming legislative session. Two bills could help Florida renters and homeowners amid record-high housing costs. Homes for the income-restrictedIn 2024, Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County will be taking applications for new homes. Four-day school weekThe Broward County school board is considering a test period where some schools will adopt a four-day week.
The Scoop: Fri., December 22, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF

Dec 22, 2023 | wmnf.org | Corey Beltran

Tampa curfew plan advancesThe city of Tampa is one step closer to adopting a curfew for teens after having held the first reading of a new ordinance. The curfew would be directed at anyone younger than 16. The curfew would start at 11 p.m. except on weekends and legal holidays when it would begin at midnight. It would affect all of Tampa. Floating solar arrayDuke Energy has completed a new floating solar panel project.
The Scoop: Thurs., December 21, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF

Dec 21, 2023 | wmnf.org | Corey Beltran

Decertification process begins for large teachers’ unionFlorida’s largest teachers union hasfailed to meet the conditions of a new state law requiring that a supermajority of members pay dues. This set in motion its decertification process which could leave about 30,000 Miami-Dade public school educators without representation. Hernando Sheriff uses disputed DNA testHernando County is the first of about a dozen Florida Sheriff’s offices to integrate Rapid DNA testing in the booking process.
The Scoop: Wed., December 20, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF

Dec 20, 2023 | wmnf.org | Corey Beltran

Affordable housingA new affordable housing project under Florida’s controversial “Live Local” Law broke ground and is underway in Hillsborough County. Trump removed from CO ballotThe Colorado Supreme Court will remove former President Donald Trump from the state’s primary ballot. This marks the first time in U.S. history that citing Section 3 of the 14th Amendment is used to disqualify a presidential candidate.
The Scoop: Tues., December 19, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF

Dec 19, 2023 | wmnf.org | Corey Beltran

Inmate numbers climb in FloridaThe number inmates in Florida is expected to increase in the coming years. The prison population plummetted early in the COVID-19 pandemic. Bill would discourage environmental challengesA bill filed in both the state senate and house in early December would force environmental groups to pay up to $50,000 in legal fees if they lose their challenges to state environmental permits.
The Scoop: Mon., December 18, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF

Dec 18, 2023 | wmnf.org | Corey Beltran

Black History Museum locationState officials are looking at locations for a future Florida Museum of Black History. Sarasota County is gunning for the spot. Christian Ziegler censuredYesterday, Christian Ziegler was censured and stripped of his powers as chairman of the Republican Party of Florida. This comes amid an investigation of an alleged sexual battery stemming from a relationship involving him and his wife, Bridget Ziegler. No filing of charges has taken place.
The Scoop: Fri., December 15, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF

Dec 15, 2023 | wmnf.org | Corey Beltran

Early morning shootingThe Tampa Police Department has been investigating since 5 a.m. when officers responded to shots fired on the 4000 block of W Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd. The victim was transported and treated at a local hospital, however no arrests have been made. The Tampa PD is asking anyone with information to call 813-231-6130 or share a tip via Tip411.