Max Chesnes
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.
FRONT-PAGE HISTORY
Research affirms the Rice’s whale is a unique species
As the Trump administration sows doubt about their rarity, the whales run the risk of inbreeding if the population continues to decline, researchers warn.
Mosaic among sponsors for Freedom 250 celebration
The group was created to plan and host Fourth of July events marking the country’s major milestone.
THE WORLD’S LARGEST FISH
We joined an expedition deep into the Gulf after data from a single whale shark led researchers to a remote gathering offshore.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘Super El Niño’ is possible this year
Experts are debating what it means for hurricanes in Florida. Here’s what they know so far.
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.
First major hurricane season outlook released
Colorado State University, which is known for its forecasting capabilities, predicts a “somewhat below-average” storm cycle.
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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.