Florida Matters Live & Local
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Most Recent Episodes
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The Florida ChannelA grand jury investigation into Hope Florida and a $10 million Medicaid misappropriation left Floridians with plenty of questions. Many remained unanswered. One of the reporters who broke the story does his best. -
Joe Martin/Joe Rocks ArtIf you compare your electric bill from last month to one from a few years ago, you’d probably see a jump. Our three-part investigation digs into why. The reporters tell us how they dug. -
Facebook/U.S. Rep. Kathy CastorThe congresswoman talks about a bipartisan bill to bring about more affordable housing and lower mortgage rates. Also, how do student-athletes focus on sports and academics while staying healthy? -
stock.adobe.comFor the first time in 50 years, there may be no debate between the leading candidates in the race for Florida governor.
Previous Episodes
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We learn more about a Tampa Bay Times investigation that found a "side door" in the foster care system that can leave parents struggling to reunite with their children. -
One thing all Florida voters will get to decide on Nov. 3: Whether to reduce property taxes. On this episode, we examine the possible effect on fire rescue services and community growth planning. -
Biking and walking advocates in Tampa are gathering this weekend to spread the word about going car-free. And before L.A. became America’s movie-making hub, our state was "Hollywood East." -
The school district may have to close a number of campuses and merge others. District officials have difficult choices confronting them amid concerns for students, staff and teachers. -
As our staff focuses on WUSF’s annual fall pledge drive this week, “Florida Matters Live & Local” is presenting some of our favorite interviews from the past few months. -
As our staff focuses on WUSF’s annual fall pledge drive this week, “Florida Matters Live & Local” is presenting some of our favorite interviews from the past few months. -
As our staff focuses on WUSF’s annual fall pledge drive this week, “Florida Matters Live & Local” is presenting some of our favorite interviews from the past few months. -
As our staff focuses on WUSF’s annual fall pledge drive this week, “Florida Matters Live & Local” is presenting some of our favorite interviews from the past few months. -
The sudden shutdown of Hillsborough's juvenile detention center has reportedly left judges, lawyers and officials confused about where to house the youths who were placed there. -
Journalists, an aviation executive, a robotics rescue expert, a college professor — and several deeply affected callers — share their experiences from the day and describe what has changed for them since. -
It appears the outbreak is settling down. So, what should you know about leafy greens? How safe are they to eat? And how did the parasite get into the food supply in the first place? -
The Lindsay Clancy case in Massachusetts has sparked conversations about perinatal mood disorders. Many of us are trying to learn more about postpartum psychosis. A local expert is here to oblige.
