Episode 429: WSLR News Fri., May 1: Live Local clash; Obsidian, round 3; new concrete crushing operator; Sarasota schools sue tax collector; community choir

A Florida law that promotes affordable housing has put the Sarasota County Commission on a collision course with the state and developers. Suncoast Searchlight brings us a report about the apartment complex project that has prompted outrage and the commission’s strong reaction.Next: It’s Round 3 for a controversial proposal to build downtown Sarasota’s tallest tower, on a quite small lot.Then: The controversial concrete crushing plant on the edge of downtown has a new operator. But it does not have the permits it needs to actually operate. Next: The revenue-strapped Sarasota School District is suing the tax collector, and Suncoast Searchlight tells us why.Finally: In times of division, one Sarasota group tries to bring us diversity, solidarity - and harmony. Ed James III tells us more about that.