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🍊 THE WEEKLY SQUEEZE

Boca Vibe
April 16, 2026

The Weekly Squeeze: Boca Raton’s Latest News and Developments

Boca Raton, FL – In a shocking move, Richard Rampell, the retired Palm Beach accountant who served as chair of the board that operates WLRN, has resigned from his position. According to reports, Rampell cited concerns over the station’s journalistic independence and financial security. Read more at BocaVibe.com.

WLRN Controversy Continues

Rampell accused the Miami-Dade School Board, which owns WLRN, of attempting to negotiate a settlement that would compromise the station’s editorial integrity. The board had previously sued to block WLRN’s purchase of a Palm Beach County station.

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  • Key points:
  • Rampell’s resignation comes amid controversy over WLRN’s ownership and operations
  • The Miami-Dade School Board is accused of attempting to negotiate a settlement that would compromise journalistic independence
  • Rampell cited concerns over financial security as well

Environmental Laws at Stake in Alligator Alcatraz Case

A three-judge panel of the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals heard arguments last week in Miami regarding whether federal environmental laws apply to the state-run Alligator Alcatraz. The case centers around the impact of the facility on local ecosystems.

What’s at Stake:

  • The court will determine whether federal environmental laws apply to the Alligator Alcatraz
  • The facility is owned and operated by the state of Florida
  • The case has significant implications for local ecosystems and wildlife

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Source: Original Report