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Data from a large, ongoing study of adolescents shows a link between increasing social media use and lower cognition and memory in teens.

Kids who use social media score lower on reading and memory tests, a study shows

Data from a large, ongoing study of adolescents shows a link between increasing social media use and lower cognition and memory in teens.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 6h

On "The Florida Roundup," we dive into the debate regarding school book removals across the Sunshine State.

How does Florida rank when it comes to school book removals?

On "The Florida Roundup," we dive into the debate regarding school book removals across the Sunshine State.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 9h

A federal permit has finally arrived that will allow dredging of Phillippi Creek, a major waterway that has filled with sediment due to storms and lack of maintenance over the years, according to an email from a Sarasota County official.

Sarasota County finally gets a federal permit to dredge Phillippi Creek

The work won't begin right away, but residents hope the process of pulling out built-up sediment will start within a couple of months.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 9h

A federal permit has finally arrived that will allow dredging of Phillippi Creek, a major waterway that has filled with sediment due to storms and lack of maintenance over the years, according to an email from a Sarasota County official.

Sarasota County finally gets a federal permit to dredge Phillippi Creek

The work won't begin right away, but residents hope the process of pulling out built-up sediment will start within a couple of months.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 10h

By 2035, Florida is expected to have a nursing shortage of nearly 60,000, according to the Florida Hospital Association.

The University of South Florida St. Petersburg is launching a four-year nursing program that will welcome freshmen.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 12h

South Florida has jumped to No. 19 in this week’s Associated Press Top 25 Poll and in the picture to reach the College Football Playoff – at least hypothetically.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 14h

The Tampa City Council on Thursday disbanded its Racial Reconciliation Committee over concerns about pushback from the state and federal levels.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 16h

Baker Mayfield threw two touchdown passes and had a spectacular scramble to set up the score that sealed the win for Tampa Bay, which holds the best record in the NFC at 5-1.

Bucs fly by 49ers, 30-19, behind more Mayfield heroics, big plays by backups

Baker Mayfield threw two touchdown passes and had a spectacular scramble to set up the score that sealed the win for Tampa Bay, which holds the best record in the NFC at 5-1.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 3d

At 19 years old, Arjun Malaviya has five completely full passports and a slew of remarkable life experiences under his belt.

From remote islands to the DMZ, an intrepid teen hits 118 countries before turning 20

Arjun Malaviya set out to travel the world on his 17th birthday in July 2023. Over 13 months, the California teenager traveled through some of the world's most populated cities and most remote village...

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WUSF @wusf.org · 3d

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said the 69-year-old man wrote a letter in which he threatened to kill conservative activist Benny Johnson.

In Tampa, Bondi announces arrest of California man for making threat

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said the 69-year-old man wrote a letter in which he threatened to kill conservative activist Benny Johnson.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 3d

SNAP recipients should receive their benefits in October. The White House also pledged to keep WIC operational using tariff revenues.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 3d

After a sometimes tense meeting that included a standoff between Mayor Ken Welch and council member Brandi Gabbard, the St. Petersburg City Council delayed a vote to approve LGBTQ+ and Black history variations of the city flag for two weeks.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 4d

This week on "The Zest Podcast," meet Vivian Aronson - better known to her millions of social media followers as "Cooking Bomb."

Eat like a wok star: Vivian Aronson brings Chinese wellness to the Florida table

Vivian Aronson isn’t a regular mom. She’s a cool mom. As in, millions-of-social-media-followers cool.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 4d

Craig Clark from Sarasota calls himself the "Tech Fairy." He spends his time refurbishing old laptops and giving them away for free to people who need them.

Need a laptop? This retiree refurbishes laptops, gives them away to those in need

Craig Clark, 79, calls himself the "Tech Fairy." Clark spends his time refurbishing old laptops and giving them away for free to people who need them.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 4d

A proposal filed in the Florida legislature Tuesday would rename a roadway on all 40 of the state's public university and college campuses after conservative political commentator Charlie Kirk.

Florida bill proposes renaming campus roads after Charlie Kirk, sparking backlash

Democratic lawmakers and others say it politicizes higher education and distracts from more pressing statewide issues.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 4d

The Rays' new owners are talking about a "public-private partnership" being the only way a new stadium could be built in the Tampa Bay area. There are a few ways that could take shape.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 4d

Secretary of State Cord Byrd said more changes to election laws will be proposed next year. He did not provide details but indicated potential changes could involve issues such as audits of election results and ensuring citizenship of voters.

Florida Secretary of State Cord Byrd touts election safeguards, teases proposed changes

Florida has steadily made changes since its disputed 2000 presidential election. Among other things, Byrd said the state has sought to have uniform standards and quick results.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 4d

The Florida Department of Transportation is considering plans to expand the Courtney Campbell Causeway, and it could unexpectedly benefit marine habitats in Old Tampa Bay.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 4d

Mater Academy Inc., a Miami-based charter school operator, has submitted notices to occupy three Sarasota County public school campuses, marking a sharp local escalation of the state’s newly expanded “Schools of Hope” law, which allows charters to take over public school facilities.

‘Hostile takeover’: Charter operator files to occupy 3 Sarasota schools

Sarasota Schools officials said the filings are premature – pointing to the fact that the Department of Education’s rule has not yet gone into effect.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 5d

Dozens of Bob Ross paintings — many of them created live on the PBS series that made him a household name — will be auctioned off in the coming months to support public television.

Dozens of Bob Ross paintings will be auctioned to help public TV after funding cuts

Thirty of Ross' trademark landscapes will be sold at a series of auctions starting in November. He painted many of them live on The Joy of Painting, which started airing on PBS in the 1980s.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 5d

Will the Rays consider an open-field stadium or a retractable roof? And will the new owners increase player payroll? They addressed these and other issues during their introductory news conference.

Here are 5 key questions the new Rays owners addressed for fans

Will the Rays consider an open-field stadium or a retractable roof? And will the new owners increase player payroll? They addressed these, and other issues, during their introductory news conference.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 5d

On "Florida Matters Live & Local," the Rev. Kenny Irby and Executive Pastor Christopher Harris discuss the heightened safety concerns in places of worship while attending services.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 5d

Mote Marine Aquarium has a new home — and an updated name.

The 146,000 square foot facility is now called Mote SEA, which is an acronym for Mote Science Education Aquarium. It is twice the size of the former aquarium.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 5d

Two men last weekend were wrongly charged under a Florida immigration law that’s currently suspended by a judicial order, according to a Monday report from the state attorney general’s office.

Judge halted a Florida immigration law months ago. Some officers are still enforcing it

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has been filing reports twice a month since being found in civil contempt for telling officers they could ignore the judge's order.

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WUSF @wusf.org · 5d

Two men last weekend were wrongly charged under a far-reaching Florida immigration law that’s currently suspended by a judicial order, according to a Monday report from the state attorney general’s office.

Judge halted a Florida immigration law months ago. Some officers are still enforcing it

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has been filing reports twice a month since being found in civil contempt for telling officers they could ignore the judge's order.

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