WSLR announces first edition of Democracy & Civic Engagement Webinar Series The first session, Democracy in Crisis, examines the current challenges facing democracy and sets the foundation for the conversations that will follow throughout the series. Read Article »
Suncoast Searchlight: Is New College violating the Trump ‘compact’? Trustees vote to raise tuition, but that seems to go against an agreement the college president is eager to sign. Read Article »
Developer wants higher density for luxury tower project The angle: 1776 Ringling Condominiums would offer two ‘attainable’ apartments. But it would first tear down a dozen affordable rentals. Read Article »
The Progressive Page Turner: George Tsakraklides – Franken Politics It’s dawning on a growing number of people that the lack of response to the climate crisis is bringing us toward a Thelma and Louise ending for industrial civilization. Read Article »
Sarasota County commissioners pick 2026 chair At board retreat, they also discuss whether the county can plan for flooding with more intense storms in mind. Read Article »
Trump’s EPA wants to strip protections for most Florida wetlands Already threatened cypress swamps in Manatee County could shrink even more. Read Article »
Suncoast Searchlight: Misconduct signals systemic breakdown in Manatee schools At least a dozen cases of teacher misconduct lead to arrests, lawsuits, and parent outcry. Read Article »
Florida farmers face climate, financial and mental stress State and local programs offer help. The Florida Farm Bureau-supported ‘Mind Your Melon’ is one of them. Read Article »
Saturday vigil will highlight stories of immigrant hardship Organizers call for donations to ‘Food for Our Neighbors’ and the Voices of Florida Fund’s toy drive. Read Article »
