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Leaked draft of potential $2 trillion Medicaid cuts spark concerns for some Floridians

Leaked draft of potential $2 trillion Medicaid cuts spark concerns for some Floridians

WMNF — A leaked list from US House Republicans proposes over 2 trillion dollars in Medicaid cuts. WMNF's Chris Young tells us what this means.

Florida leaning towards a 'buyer's market' for real estate in 2025, Zillow expert says

Florida leaning towards a 'buyer's market' for real estate in 2025, Zillow expert says

Art In Your Ear — The new year may see a market benefitting homebuyers as experts predict growth for Tampa and the rest of the state.

Why a Pinellas County Commissioner shifted his view on the Rays stadium deal

Why a Pinellas County Commissioner shifted his view on the Rays stadium deal

WMNF — Pinellas County approved bonds for their part of a new $1.3 billion Tampa Bay Rays stadium. WMNF's Chris Young has more.

HIV diagnoses among Black women in Pinellas County more than tripled since 2021

HIV diagnoses among Black women in Pinellas County more than tripled since 2021

WMNF — HIV diagnoses among Black women in Pinellas County have more than tripled since 2021. WMNF's Chris Young has more.

Emissions testing in Florida ended at the turn of the century. One group wants it back

Emissions testing in Florida ended at the turn of the century. One group wants it back

WMNF — Florida is one of 21 states that don't require an emissions test to register a vehicle or renew an existing registration.

Pinellas County sees record number of flesh-eating bacteria cases

Pinellas County sees record number of flesh-eating bacteria cases

WMNF — After Hurricane Milton and Helene, people will need to watch out for potentially fatal bacteria lurking in floodwater.

As Hurricane Milton nears, thousands flock to shelters across Tampa Bay

As Hurricane Milton nears, thousands flock to shelters across Tampa Bay

WMNF — With widespread evacuation orders across the Tampa Bay region, many are fleeing to shelters. WMNF's Chris Young has more

Top publishers sue Florida over law that restricts books in schools

Top publishers sue Florida over law that restricts books in schools

WMNF — A group of authors and the nation's largest publishers filed a lawsuit in federal court against Florida's public officials.