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Primary night 2026 is in the past. Florida voters picked the major party’s candidates for governor, U.S. Senate and state Agriculture Commissioner. There's also St. Petersburg’s mayoral runoff that's already getting a bit contentious. Anyway, it’s time to follow up with a panel of reporters who've been closely watching the campaigns and campaigners. We also talk about the state's grade for school…
Teens have a lot on their plates these days: studying for tests, navigating social media, after-school jobs, juggling schoolwork with sports practices. With all this pressure, how can they balance grades and self-confidence? Award-winning teacher Daniel J. Evans has written a book packed with tips. And class is not dismissed yet. Later in the show, a local high school has launched a magnet…
Midterm elections can be tough for the party in power. In Florida, however, Democrats running for statewide office face uphill battles in a GOP-dominated state. Alexander Vindman believes he can buck the trend. He’s running to be the Democratic Party’s nominee for U.S. Senate. He tells us why he’s running. Also, the USF College of Nursing just opened a $33 million modern building expansion. The…
Attack ads have always been part of politics. But with artificial intelligence, a new front has opened in the battle for votes. On top of that, Silicon Valley is pouring megabucks into Florida campaigns. Plus, what makes someone dive into a swamp in pursuit of big snakes? And, discarded dorm fridges, microwaves and other left-behinds are getting recycled at Eckerd College. Follow us on social…
What in the heck is a Flock camera? Depending on whom you ask, it’s a crime-fighting tool or a symbol of creepy surveillance. Meet “Flock Blocker,” who believes the latter and is staging a one-man protest against them. Also on the show, the importance of voting in primary elections, and an iconic Tampa arcade has played its final level. Follow us on social media: Facebook:…
Big changes are finally coming to Tampa’s WestShore Plaza. A new owner has bought the mall with plans to redevelop it into a mixed-use space. Then, early voting is underway in the primary elections. What do you want to know about voting for judges? And, Thursday is 813 Day — but what is that? Finally, why do shorebirds like black skimmers need our protection? Follow us on social media: Facebook:…
It’s difficult to escape talk about public dollars going toward a proposed Tampa Bay Rays stadium in Tampa. City councilman Bill Carlson says he has a “win-win-win” plan that can benefit the city and baseball fans that won’t use sales taxes or increase property taxes. Then, for the first time in years, orange growers are getting good news from their groves, and learn how to steer clear of…
The school year starts next week. And with it come changes related to school lunches, screen time, teacher shortages and more. Plus, the moon got a new beauty mark from SpaceX this morning, and have you ever tried to do improv comedy? Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WUSF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wusfpublicmedia/ YouTube:…
We spend the hour talking about Florida’s Department of Corrections, beginning with Ricky Dixon, who recently retired as secretary after a 30-year prison career. He talks about the fight to get better pay for corrections officers and other hurdles facing the system. Also, two women who were incarcerated reflect on their experiences and what they believe needs to change inside the walls. And, a UCF…
Florida health officials are urging doctors to reconsider prescribing psychotropic meds for kids. Could this affect how they're treated for mental health issues. Some red flags went up when the FWC tracked critics through the state’s official records. Also, conservation advocates say the state’s wildlife commissioner used the Florida driver’s license database to track them, raising First Amendment…
