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Unfinished Business

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office

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The case has gone cold. The person vanished without a trace. These unsolved crimes are frustrating and heartbreaking for the families of the victims and our deputies. #teamHCSO reviews our unsolved missing person and homicide cases, hoping to bring new details to light. Join us as we try to solve this Unfinished Business.
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My previous podcasts focused on securities law. Now that I'm running for Judge, this podcast is the first in a series of podcasts that will explain why I'm running for Hillsborough County Circuit Court Judge, and how, if elected, I will help to prevent tyranny while enhancing the rule of law by basing my decisions on the law, the facts, and the Constitution.
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Great Things Tampa Bay

Great Things Tampa Bay - Food and Fun in Tampa, St Pete, Clearwater

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All the Great Eats, Great Places, and Great People in the Greater Tampa Bay Area. Tampa Bay Native and local Realtor Kyle Sasser gives you the inside scoop on all the hidden gems throughout the Tampa Bay area. Having a curious mind and pallet as well as having lived in Tampa, Plant City, Dover, Lakeland, Brandon, Seminole Heights, Tampa Heights, and now St Petersburg, host Kyle Sasser brings his own unique perspective, knowledge, and history to your ear buds. Covering Tampa, St Pete, Clearwa ...
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Tampa Bay Politics

Angela Birdsong

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Why should you be concerned about what’s going on in the Tampa Bay Area? Because Tampa is a reflection of the Nation! Although the State of Florida went RED for Trump Hillsborough County went BLUE for Biden. Sitting right on the I-4 corridor it is in one of the most important Regions of the country in one of the most important States when it comes to deciding who will be President. It’s diversity represents our country with it’s Long Cuban history with those who came to support the cigar ind ...
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In this episode, Sandra Yeoman's sisters, Iris and Roxanne, join Chief Communications Officer Amanda Granit and Special Investigator Dan Bendig to discuss the disappearance of their sister when she was just 13 years old. Not only do they want answers as to what happened to her, but they are pleading for anyone who may have a photo of their sister t…
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We explore Hillsborough County’s transportation challenges and some possible solutions. Attempts to pass a sales tax for transportation in Hillsborough County failed in November. It would have helped pay for a transit system that advocates say is woefully underfunded and put money into roadway maintenance and improvement projects.…
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We check back in on hurricane recovery in our region. WUSF’s Cathy Carter has been reporting on how Manatee and Sarasota County residents are regrouping after Ian. Later in the show, we’ll hear more about how North Port is cleaning up -- and the slow process of rebuilding damaged homes and businesses -- from communications director Jason Bartolone.…
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We explore inflation and its impact on food insecurity and the Tampa Bay region's economy, particularly around the holidays. Nearly one million residents are food insecure -- that is, they have trouble getting enough food to eat -- and about 1.75 million are struggling financially, according to Feeding Tampa Bay.…
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We talk with former St. Petersburg congressman David Jolly about bipartisanship in a polarized political landscape. The former U.S. representative from Tampa Bay left the Republican party and registered as NPA or no party affiliation four years ago. He's since advocated for more options for voters whose priorities don't align with those of the two …
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We talk with political reporters, to answer your questions about the upcoming election. The general election is two weeks away and this election season, WUSF Public Media has been doing things a bit differently from other news media — focusing on the issues rather than talking points, and listening to you.…
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We check in with a growing part of the electorate — young voters — three weeks out from election day. As part of WUSF’s Democracy 2022 coverage, we held a listening session a couple weeks back, where we asked you to share your thoughts on the election, the democratic process, and how it’s reported by the media. We invited some of the participants i…
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We talk with local election officials about voting in next month’s elections. Misinformation, disinformation and the aftermath of Hurricane Ian may complicate the process for voters. But Brian Corley, supervisor of elections in Pasco County, and Hillsborough County counterpart Craig Latimer say they are confident their systems will prevail.…
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We hear from survivors of Hurricane Ian across Central and Southwest Florida and discuss the challenges of rebuilding going forward. WUSF reporters spoke with residents and business owners from Myakka City to Bonita Springs about the storm.By Jamie Carson, Jason Bartelone, Jessica Meszaros, Kerry Sheridan, Cathy Carter
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We highlight a new oral history project about how the COVID-19 pandemic affected Black and Brown Floridians in the greater Tampa Bay region. We'll feature two interviews from the Florida Humanities-funded project and hear from one of its producers.By Alani Brisco, Destiny Anglin-Mason, Jasmine Riche, Sherine Hamade
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We look at how workers and businesses in the greater Tampa Bay region are evolving away from the physical office space. For a lot of people, March 2020 was a crash course in remote work. More than two years later, the question of what the new normal looks like still hasn't been answered.By Tammy Allen, Ashley Gurbal Kritzer
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We look at the impact Governor Ron DeSantis has had on the state’s non-partisan elections. DeSantis endorsed many school board candidates across the state. Some are also aligned with Moms for Liberty, a conservative group advocating for parental involvement in schools. In Sarasota County, three candidates -- backed by both the governor and Moms for…
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We talk with a University of South Florida anthropologist and author about her recently-published book, “We Carry Their Bones.” In 2012, a team of researchers lead by Erin Kimmerle uncovered the graves of young boys buried at the notorious Arthur G. Dozier School for Boys.By Erin Kimmerle
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We discuss the challenges students and teachers face as a new school year begins. Schools in most counties in the greater Tampa Bay region open on Wednesday. And school districts are facing teacher shortages, with some missing hundreds.By Jeff Solochek, Brandt Robinson, Theoni Soublis, Nadia Combs
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We hear from Tampa Bay regional residents about what needs to change to stem the tide of gun violence. Later in the show — with the special session on property insurance in the rear view mirror — can homeowners expect some relief from skyrocketing premiums?By Lawrence Mower, Tony Holloway
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We talk with Kerry Sheridan and Bailey LeFever, the reporters behind a series of audio postcards featuring the voices of Tampa Bay area teachers. Over the course of the show, you’ll also hear three of the postcards they produced on topics such as teacher morale and parental involvement.By Kerry Sheridan, Bailey LeFever
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After a significant milestone (or time in this case), it's important to take a look back and see all the great places and people we've talked about. Of the great restaurants and fun times discussed throughout Tampa Bay, which ones still hold up? Is the relish tray at Beachcombers still as delicious? Is Vesuvio at Bella's Cafe still the mindblowing …
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The state’s property insurance market is in big trouble. Homeowners are paying more for less coverage as insurance companies shed customers. Some companies have gone under. Lawmakers return to Tallahassee next week for a special session to deal with the crisis.By Paul Handerhan, Maria Rodriguez
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We talk with Health News Florida reporter Stephanie Colombini about her reporting on Florida’s “No Patient Left Alone” act. The new law lets family members visit patients in health care facilities — even during an emergency like a pandemic.By Stephanie Colombini, Veronica Catoe, Mary Daniel
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We recap the recent special session to redraw the state’s congressional boundaries. Lawmakers voted largely along party lines to approve maps proposed by Gov. Ron DeSantis. The controversial maps are expected to reduce Black Congressional representation in the state — especially with the elimination of North Florida’s District 5, a majority-minorit…
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We explore climate change's impact in the Tampa Bay region and how some cities are planning to adapt. Sea-level rise threatens the more than three million people who live in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater metro areas — and the nearly five million in the entire region.By Sharon Wright, Whit Remer, Maya Burke
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Delco's Cheese Steaks are worth the drive... ask me how I know! This unique spot in Clearwater / Dunedin is worth the trip from all corners of Tampa Bay. Hands down one of THE BEST cheesesteaks you will have in the area. Delco's Website https://www.delcosdunedin.com/ Lakeland's Philly Steak and Wing https://phillysteakandwingslakeland.com/ ==--==--…
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We talk with members of two Sarasota County political clubs wanting to change how Democrats and Republicans converse. The Longboat Key Democrats and the Republican Club of Longboat Key have been meeting for over a year to discuss their personal beliefs -- even if they agree to disagree. They call the exercise "Miracle on the Key."…
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We continue our look at housing affordability. As the region sees explosive growth, residents are dealing with soaring rents. Others are finding it difficult to buy a home. We’ll hear from Tampa Bay residents sharing their experiences in a tough rental market.By Rosemarie Grubba, Tanya Kleisler, Emily Lane, Tom DiFiero
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An update on Florida's Stand Your Ground law as the trial of Curtis Reeves starts on February 7. Reeves attempted to use the law as a defense after a 2014 shooting in a Pasco County movie theater left a man dead. But a judge ruled against his request for immunity.By Kathryn Varn, Ben Crump
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