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Environment reporter @TB_Times. Past: @tcpenvironment💧 Fmr. @ColumbiaUEnergy @MetcalfURI Fellow. @UFJSchool alum. Drone pilot. #ReadLocal

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Feds slash protections for the Gulf’s rarest whale

A key official recently cast doubt on whether the Rice’s whale is its own species, a talking point used by the oil and gas industry.

View Front PageTampa Bay Times • MAY 24, 2026

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Feds slash protections for the Gulf’s rarest whale

A key official recently cast doubt on whether the Rice’s whale is its own species, a talking point used by the oil and gas industry.

With:Emily L. Mahoney
TB
Tampa Bay Times•MAY 24, 2026•Lead Story
The report highlights a shift in federal regulatory policy regarding the Rice's whale, specifically focusing on how scientific definitions of species are being contested by industry interests and government officials.
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Offshore may be a key whale shark feeding ground. Have you seen them?

Scientists are urging boaters to report any sightings in the Tampa Bay region this summer.

TB
Tampa Bay Times•MAY 23, 2026
A nature-focused piece encouraging citizen science participation to help researchers track whale shark movements in the Gulf of Mexico.
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Florida to end overseas export of manta rays

The change comes after backlash to a manta that was captured and sent to SeaWorld in Abu Dhabi.

TB
Tampa Bay Times•MAY 14, 2026
Frames the state wildlife commission's regulatory change as a direct response to public backlash over a specific, controversial export to Abu Dhabi.
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Trump’s EPA wants to reverse toxic gas rules

Critics say it would weaken efforts to curb emissions of ethylene oxide, which is known to cause cancer.

TB
Tampa Bay Times•MAY 13, 2026•Lead Story
The paper leads with the proposed rollback of federal environmental regulations, framing the story around the potential health risks emphasized by critics rather than the economic or deregulatory arguments of the administration.
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Florida may continue allowing it

The wildlife commission votes this week on a rule that still permits companies to catch manta rays for aquariums around the world. Lawmakers are pushing back.

TB
Tampa Bay Times•MAY 13, 2026
Focuses on a controversial upcoming state wildlife commission vote regarding the capture of manta rays, contrasting the legal process with public outrage over a recent video.
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After marine lab fire, lawmakers, donors rally around college

USF launches an official donation fund, while state legislators representing Pinellas County are vowing to fight for funding.

With:Lucy Marques
TB
Tampa Bay Times•MAY 8, 2026•Lead Story
Focuses on community resilience and political support following a local disaster, framing the aftermath as a unified civic recovery effort rather than dwelling solely on the physical damage.
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A company released toxic gas for years. NO ONE STOPPED IT

The plant sterilized medical equipment with ethylene oxide in Temple Terrace. More than a dozen people now blame it for their cancers, and many are suing.

TB
Tampa Bay Times•MAY 3, 2026•Lead Story
The paper presents an investigative piece focusing on a local medical sterilization plant's emissions, highlighting regulatory failure and the resulting health impacts on the community. The tone is firm and accountability-driven, typical of regional watchdog journalism.
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‘Super El Niño’ is possible this year

Experts are debating what it means for hurricanes in Florida. Here’s what they know so far.

With:Michaela Mulligan
TB
Tampa Bay Times•APR 15, 2026
Anticipatory analysis of how a global meteorological phenomenon might impact the upcoming local hurricane season.
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Is cruise port proposal for Tampa Bay finished?

In March, Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke out against the Manatee County project. The company behind it has been silent about its plans since.

TB
Tampa Bay Times•APR 11, 2026
Examines the uncertain future of a local infrastructure project following opposition from the state governor and local residents.
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First major hurricane season outlook released

Colorado State University, which is known for its forecasting capabilities, predicts a “somewhat below-average” storm cycle.

With:Michaela Mulligan
TB
Tampa Bay Times•APR 10, 2026•Lead Story
The paper treats the annual seasonal forecast as a major civic advisory, leading with the reassuring "below-average" prediction while retaining a factual, measured tone.

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Paperboy tracks bylines on the front pages of major US and UK broadsheets. This page shows every front-page story attributed to Max Chesnes in our archive, based on bylines extracted from front-page images by AI. It covers only front-page stories — not the full output of this journalist. Data begins April 2026.