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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Maxwell Frost, Jared Moskowitz on Parkland anniversary push credit card companies to flag unusual gun sales
On the sixth anniversary of the Parkland shooting, Florida Democrats in Congress are asking credit companies to flag suspicious gun purchases.
U.S. Reps. Jared Moskowitz and Maxwell Frost filed legislation clearing the way for merchant codes to allow for that. The Identify Gun Stores Act would override laws in several states, including one signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis last year.
Senator warns of location tracking at reproductive clinics
Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) called on federal regulators to intervene in a controversial data broker’s bankruptcy proceeding, warning the location data of people visiting abortion clinics could be at risk.
Wyden’s office has been investigating Near Intelligence Inc. since last year after a report by The Wall Street Journal uncovered that an anti-abortion group had used data from the company to target people who had visited reproductive clinics.
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Tampa Bay Sun land waterfront stadium, a spot in D1 pro women’s soccer league
Big news for the Tampa Bay Sun – the area’s future pro women’s soccer team. The U.S. Soccer Federation has approved the USL Super League’s application to operate as a Division One professional women’s soccer league when its inaugural season kicks off in August 2024.
The Super League Tampa Bay squad revealed renderings for a new waterfront stadium (a temporary location) in partnership with Howard W Blake High School (1701 N Blvd). The stadium will have a capacity of 5,000 and feature FIFA-approved turf. The team will play on this field for around 3-5 years ahead of creating a permanent stadium in the region.
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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Listen to the oral arguments at the Florida Supreme Court over Amendment 4 on abortion rights
On Feb. 7, the Florida Supreme Court heard oral arguments about a proposed constitutional amendment regarding abortion rights. If the State Supreme Court allows the issue on the ballot it will be Amendment 4.
Arguing against the amendment going on November’s ballot were Florida’s Senior Deputy Solicitor General Nathan A. Forrester and Matt Staver.
Arguing for Amendment 4 going on the 2024 ballot was Courtney Brewer, the attorney for the group supporting the abortion rights ballot initiative, Floridians Protecting Freedom.
The Supreme Court Justices weighed in with questions: Chief Justice Carlos G. Muñiz and Justices Charles T. Canady, Jorge Labarga, John D. Couriel, Jamie R. Grosshans, Renatha Francis and Meredith L. Sasso.
The Memo: Looming Rafah catastrophe sparks new progressive rage at Biden
The dire situation in the Palestinian city of Rafah is the latest challenge to face President Biden as he seeks to navigate the conflict in the Middle East.
Progressive activists say he is failing miserably.
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Monday, February 12, 2024
The Entire Super Bowl Was Powered By Renewable Energy
Last night, the Kansas City Chiefs weren't the only ones who celebrated a big win — it was also a big night for green energy.
The event was the first Super Bowl to be powered entirely by renewable energy, an impressive feat considering the sheer amount of electricity needed to keep the lights on in a stadium that seats up to 65,000 fans.
Dunedin Highland Games & Festival
Dunedin Highland
Games & Festival
903 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin
Saturday, April 6 · 8am - 6:30pm
Tickets HERE
Climate change is making it more dangerous for kids to play outside, report finds
Blistering heat waves and more frequent wildfires are reversing a generation of U.S. clean air gains, a new study has found.....Read More
Saturday, February 10, 2024
New Florida ban escalates the attacks on trans rights — what’s next?
Florida’s Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles recently released a new policy banning transgender people from changing the gender listed on their driver’s license or ID card.....Read More
6th Annual Tampa Taco Fest
TAMPA TACO FEST
Saturday, Feb. 24, 10am - 6pm
Tickets: $7 in advance or $10 at the door
The 6th Annual Tampa Taco Fest, presented by Connect Ford, is returning to Al Lopez Park (4810 N Himes Ave) for another flavorful fiesta on Feb. 24 from 10am-6pm. Attendees can indulge in authentic Mexican delights like street tacos, elotes, and mouthwatering birria tacos from local vendors. Revelers can sip on freshly crafted Don Julio Tequila margaritas featuring Nathalie’s Orchid Island Juice, ice-cold beers, and Aguas Frescas.....Read More
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