INDIAN ROCKS BEACH, Fla. — In a controversial vote, Indian Rocks Beach city commissioners have taken the first step to weaken some of the city’s rules for short-term vacation rentals.

Hussain was a pioneer in the music world, and his unexpected death last year was a blow to his fans across the globe.

A senior Indian lawmaker, who describes himself as a huge fan of rock music, observed Friday that the powerful beat is ...