The Scoop: Wed. July 22, 2026, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

The Scoop: Wed. July 22, 2026, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

In court, James Fishback says he has always lived in Florida. Fishback was defending himself after Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins alleged that he lived in Washington, D.C. in 2020 and 2021. The Judge indicated that he plans to issue a ruling in the case by Monday afternoon.

The Scoop: Tues. July 21, 2026, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Advocates applaud Endangered Species Act protections for the Florida Keys mole skink, rim rock crown snake, and Key ringneck snake.

The Scoop: Mon. July 20, 2026, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

The City of Clearwater has moved forward with keeping Duke Energy as the city's electricity provider.

The Scoop: Fri. July 17, 2026, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

The ICE officer who killed a man in Maine had a history of violence and mental health concerns

The Scoop: Thurs. July 16, 2026, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

State wildlife officials hope the updated rules will improve conservation efforts while helping anglers avoid unintentionally harming protected marine life.