Wednesday, August 28, 2024
“Trying to Repeat the Nakba”: Israel Launches Largest Military Raids in West Bank in Two Decades
The Israeli military has launched its biggest operation in the occupied West Bank in close to two decades, with hundreds of troops, backed by armored vehicles, bulldozers, fighter jets and drones, conducting simultaneous raids in the northern cities of Jenin and Tulkarm.....Video HERE
Trump abused the pardon power and promises to do so again
Donald Trump has put the presidential pardon power on the ballot this year in at least three different ways, underscoring a dire need for congressional oversight and public scrutiny of pardon abuses.....MORE
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Monday, August 26, 2024
Is the FIX in?
Democrats Sue To Block Georgia Election Rules, Citing Risk Of Post-Election “Chaos”
Georgia Democrats, supported by Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign, filed a lawsuit Monday to block new election rules in the state, warning that they could cause post-election “chaos” in the critical battleground state this November.....MORE
TECO set to ask state to approve rate hike
Tampa Electric Company officials are meeting with the Florida Public Service Commission Monday to request a raise in utility rates.
According to TECO, the customers' utility bills would increase about $20 a month in 2025.
Sunday, August 25, 2024
Taste of Latino Food Festival takes over multiple streets in Historic Ybor City
Mark your calendars for October 20 as Centennial Park (1800 E 8th Ave) in Ybor City becomes the vibrant epicenter of culture and cuisine during the annual Taste of Latino Food Festival. From noon to 6pm, this family-friendly event offers a day filled with tantalizing flavors, lively performances, and rich cultural experiences—all for free. The event is put on by the same group that just broke the world record for the longest Cuban sandwich.....MORE
Friday, August 23, 2024
Free at-home COVID tests are coming back
Americans will soon be able to order free COVID-19 tests through the mail again. Biden administration health officials said Friday they will relaunch the program in late September.....MORE
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Transportation tidbits: New SunRunner station, Tampa e-bike vouchers, Ybor brick project
City of Tampa Announces New Dates and Locations to Apply for CRA's Housing Rehabilitation & Renovation Program
The new Housing Rehabilitation and Renovation Program will assist those within the Community Redevelopment Areas, or CRA's. The City of Tampa's Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) has announced new dates and locations for application distribution, processing and acceptance over the next three weeks for its Housing Rehabilitation & Renovation Program (HRRP). The program aims to provide financial assistance for the renovation and repair of homes within the City of Tampa's CRA Districts, ensuring safe and secure housing for all residents.....MORE
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Monday, August 19, 2024
Sunday, August 18, 2024
A coalition of faith groups wants the Hillsborough County Commission to fully fund affordable housing
HOPE, the coalition of faith communities known as the Hillsborough Organization for Progress and Equality, about trying to stop the Hillsborough County Commission from taking funds away from affordable housing. more
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