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Happy Fri-yay Blenders! Malaika Hollist from Arts Axis Florida joins Meghan Bowman with your weekly events roundup. You’ll hear about a throwback event in Tampa paying homage to the best of '80s and '90s hip-hop and R&B music – but they don’t want “No Scrubs.” IYKYK

Florida is experiencing one of its worst droughts ever, and it’s hitting the Tampa Bay area pretty hard. Today, Meghan Bowman talks with Nancy Guan about the water shortage and how new restrictions might impact you at home and even when you go out to eat.

A recent court ruling is reigniting debate over red-light cameras in Florida. Critics say the fines unfairly target vehicle owners, while supporters argue they save lives.

Florida blueberry farmers struggled through a tough winter this year, and a lot of them lost the bulk of their crops. We’ll talk about what that could mean for the blueberries you buy. Plus, a new play opens up at the Straz inspired by the life of Alicia Keys. And an adult book fair?! Sign us up. Before we talk about that – here’s the news.

Despite passing a slate of high-profile bills, Florida lawmakers couldn’t resolve some of their biggest disagreements. Where do things stand and what’s up tap with special sessions planned for next month?

On "Florida Matters Live & Local," we discuss how immigration raids in Minneapolis have captured national attention — stirring questions and fears around the country — including the Tampa Bay area.

Today’s a spicy special episode. Sky sits down with a local man with a booming hot sauce business. Sky speaks with him, or at least tries to, while sampling some very spicy sauces at the same time. Before that – here’s the news.

Anthony Gilbert is best known online as a food influencer exploring hidden culinary spots. Now he’s bringing a full plate of ideas to local politics. We get a taste of his plans.

Get ready for some classic movies on the big screen, outdoor markets for kids and antique lovers, and a Pasco County fiesta this weekend. Yep, it's time for the local weekend event roundup with Malaika Hollist. But before that, let's get you caught up with the news.

Warren Buchholz is in the house today with your local music roundup. He has curated such a good lineup for you to check out this week in the Tampa Bay area. He’s got artists you’ve probably never heard of, like Doug Deming and the Jewel Tones. We’ll get to that conversation and more right after the news.

Rodney Kite-Powell of the Tampa Bay History Center shares the origin story of devil crab and reveals his favorite local restaurants to find the spicy handheld treat.

This week on The Zest Podcast, learn how to turn mealtime into self-care. Our guest is recipe developer and food photographer Jerrelle Guy. The Florida native's book "Black Girl Baking" was a finalist for the 2019 James Beard Award. Guy's latest cookbook is "We Fancy: Simple Recipes to Make the Everyday Special."

Chef LaKisha Harris of Michigan shares how following her own path helped her cook up success. You'll also learn the surprising origin of fried chicken and why Chef Harris says the most authentic form of soul food is actually vegan food.

In 1960, Black Americans were legally prohibited from eating in most Tampa restaurants. But that would soon change, thanks to a group of high school students who staged a series of lunch counter sit-ins. You'll hear from one of those peaceful protestors—former Florida State Senator Arthenia Joyner.

For people on the autism spectrum, mealtimes can be especially challenging—from food aversions to noisy restaurants to feeling ostracized because of what or how they eat.

Explore Tampa's signature flavor: guava. Historian Rodney Kite-Powell of the Tampa Bay History Center breaks down the fruit's unlikely role in the creation of modern Tampa.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a measure to keep funding going for lifesaving medication. But the coverage runs out in July. Hence, the legal back-and-forth over the AIDS Drug Assistance Program continues.

Florida muralists are challenging the state over removed sidewalk artwork. Ideas to survive the drought. A culinary anthropologist's hobby. And a new social media segment on politics.

Environmentalists and immigration advocates have been speaking out against the immigration detention center in the Everglades dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz" since it was built last year. But did you know that same piece of land has been embroiled in controversy for decades? WUSF produced a whole documentary about it, and you’ll hear about it, plus some events to check out in the Tampa Bay area tonight. But first – the news.

A couple of college challenges are in the spotlight. We get an update on the New College-USF controversy and learn about the growing concern of student food insecurity.

The Sarasota Orchestra’s music director had the time of his life during Bad Bunny's Spanish-language Super Bowl halftime, plus segments on Everglades preservation, measles and Valentine’s Day fun.

Polk County officials pumped the brakes on a plan to put a truck refueling stop near a wildlife corridor that's underway. Plus, abortion rights activists rallied outside the state Capitol yesterday. You'll hear about that, plus some events putting love in the air this Valentine's weekend across the Tampa Bay region.

Saturday is Valentines Day, and we have some local shows that’ll help you feel the love, whether that’s jazz, K-pop, or something in between. Warren Buchholz and I got ya covered. Plus, a Whataburger is now in the Tampa Bay area! We'll talk about that. But first, the news.

The plan to build a port next to the Sunshine Skyway to bring in bigger cruise ships has been a contentious idea at the very least. You’ll hear from a man who says it would have devastating impacts to his oyster business. Plus, we have some events to make the beginning of your week in the Tampa Bay area a fun time. But first, the news.

You'll meet some members of the USF men's ice hockey team as they prepare for the Division 3 club hockey national championship tournament this week. And the NCAA men's basketball tournament starts this week, with the Florida Gators right here in Tampa.