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The State Of Our World Since February 28, 2026
“We see connivence, cravenness and complicity from US allies and satellite states who are so afraid to mention that this was an illegal strike that took place on February 28th and the war taking place in Iran now is an illegal operation” Binoy Kampmark On February 28 President…
Florida budget includes $29.5 million for the Florida Pregnancy Care Network
As Florida’s six-week abortion ban continues to leave pregnant people with fewer options in the Sunshine State, the state government is continuing to invest in programs aimed at intercepting people in Florida who are seeking licensed abortion providers. For the third year in a…
James Uthmeier’s initiatives have cost Florida taxpayers well over $1 billion in cash and resources
When he introduced his idea for an immigrant detention center deep in the Everglades, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said the location made financial sense as a “one-stop shop to carry out President Trump’s mass deportation agenda.” And he said he’d already coined its…
Final wish of Florida death row inmate is for DeSantis to watch his execution
Dennis Michael Sochor, convicted of strangling an 18-year-old woman he met at a New Year’s celebration in a Broward County bar 44 years ago, is scheduled to die by lethal injection Tuesday at Florida State Prison. His last wish? To have Gov. Ron DeSantis personally observe his…
Venezuela Earthquake Live Updates: July 10, 2026
Refresh this page for the latest updates. Nature never obeyed: how Chavismo turned disasters into national tragedies (Opinion by Ernesto Reitich) Venezuela Earthquake Live Updates: July 10, 2026 Follow WMNF’s live coverage of the aftermath of Venezuela’s devastating earthquakes.…
Extreme heat: most of Florida will continue under a heat advisory & dusty conditions
Across Florida, numerous temperature records could be broken or tied on Friday and Saturday.
Center for Biological Diversity sues over protections for queen conch.
The lawsuit is a step towards getting the Queen Conch’s home recognized as a critical protection habitat under the Endangered Species Act.
Florida’s high SNAP error rate is by design, says state’s top Democrat
If Florida doesn’t lower its SNAP error rates, the state could have to pay as much as $1 billion to continue to participate in the federal food security program. Florida Democratic Party Chair Chair Nikki Fried says the high error rate might not be due to mundane mistakes but…
DSA candidates are winning Democratic primaries — can they do it in Florida?
The recent electoral successes by Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) candidates in New York, Pennsylvania, and Colorado has sparked vituperative responses from Republicans and establishment Democrats around the country. But conventional wisdom would have you believe that the…
“Adjusting to New Normals” on Morning Energy
“Things may never go back to normal. You may need to create a new normal. And that’s okay,” originates from widespread wellness and inspirational literature. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the 2026 European Heatwave has been linked to more than 1300 deaths…
Waymo’s infamous robotaxis to soon be fully driverless in Tampa
Waymo first began testing its vehicles in Tampa in December 2025. Since then, residents may have seen the distinct, camera-covered, white SUVs driving around with a Waymo employee in the front seat for the technology to be tested safely.
Venezuela Earthquake Live Updates: July 9, 2026
Refresh this page for the latest updates. Nature never obeyed: how Chavismo turned disasters into national tragedies (Opinion by Ernesto Reitich) Venezuela Earthquake Live Updates: July 9, 2026 Follow WMNF’s live coverage of the aftermath of Venezuela’s devastating earthquakes.…