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You'll hear some local reaction to the U.S. and Israel's strikes on Iran. Also, the people’s hearing on climate change was held in Tampa. It's where locals come together to talk about the extreme weather the area has seen, their concerns, and what others are doing to help. Also some fun stuff going on in the Tampa Bay area the next couple of days. First though, let’s hit the news.

E-bikes and e-scooters are super popular, but safety regulations around them have been slow to catch up. Hear what lawmakers in Tallahassee might do to address that. And if you’re looking for to party tonight for the full moon, or want to join a competitive darts league, we got you covered. But first – the news.

University of South Florida Middle East specialist Arman Mahmoudian weighs in on the bombings in Iran and retaliatory strikes.

What a weekend it's about to be in the Tampa Bay area. We have the Florida Strawberry Festival, a sausage festival, Monster Jam and more. And Malaika Hollist and Sky are going to talk about it all. And before that – the news.

Grand Theft Auto 6 is probably, maybe coming out this year. And a local movie director made a short film about the things you do in the game, and violence that’s portrayed in it. It was entirely shot here in the Tampa area. We sat down to talk about his message in the film, and you’ll hear that, plus some events going on in the Tampa Bay area over the next couple days that should be a lot of fun, like monster trucks and bookmark crafting. But first things up – the news.

So what goes on during the workday of a university president during his second week on campus? Moez Limayem is here to talk about the challenges ahead.

Meet the mother and son behind a peanut brittle that's "gentle on your dental." We're speaking with Psalms Mack and Carlton Owens are the duo behind Psalms' Gourmet Brittle in South Pasadena.

This week on the local music roundup, we do a free-only edition, meaning places you don’t have to spend a penny to listen to some good music. Warren Buchholz and Sky will give you the lay of the land this weekend, plus we have some other events in the Tampa Bay area to check out today. Most of them are free, too. First up – the news.

"Florida Matters: Live & Local" brings you stories of art, justice and hometown pride this week.

We’re in that beautiful, couple-week stretch where it's not too hot and a perfect time to get out in nature. Hillsborough County wants more people checking out its green spaces. So get out your hiking boots, we’re heading out! We’ll do that, plus go over some fun, free events in the Tampa area tonight. First, let's get you the news.

"Florida Matters Live & Local" sits down with Mayor Ken Welch, examines how immigration verification rules would reshape local services in Manatee County, and explores efforts to restore a historic Tampa landmark.

Miguel Fuller and Holly O’Connor are the real-life best friends behind "The Miguel and Holly Show" on Tampa Bay’s Mix 1007. FM. Now they’re back in the Tampa Bay, with a renewed love of all things Florida—especially the food.

It’s local music roundup time with Warren Buchholz. It’s a lot like story time when you were a kid, but with a dope soundtrack. So if you’re broke, close to it, or just want to save some cash but still have a good time, keep listening. But first, let’s hit the news.

"Live & Local" jumps into four controversial issues: school closures in Pinellas, war planning at MacDill, the new teen curfew in Palmetto and treatment gaps for maternal mental health.

Host Gabriella Paul brings you a weekend roundup to kick off a month for the gals with Malaika Hollist of Arts Axis Florida. Plus, a pollen count that's peaking in the state. 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.

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.

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.

The death of a classmate in an e-bike accident leads teens to help draft a bill on helmet safety with a state representative. Plus, how growers dealt with the recent cold and a new career for a former Baltimore Raven.

We got some local concerts and shows you can head to this weekend on the cheap. Warren Buchholz and Sky have got you covered with a solid range of sounds for your earholes. But first, here’s the news — including some intense lobbying at the Florida Capitol by some penguins from the Florida Aquarium in Tampa.

With the elimination of property taxes still on tap in Tallahassee, a study shows billions of dollars in potential losses, with some counties standing to lose more than others.

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.

The state legislature is still figuring out a way to cut property taxes for homeowners. You'll hear from an expert on what that could look like for local governments, and if it’ll actually help people save money. That, plus some events for Fat Tuesday tonight. But first – the news.

Polk County recently rejected a planned truck refueling stop near a key wildlife corridor crossing over Interstate 4. It's a pretty big deal for animal and environmental advocates.

A new USF sport officially starts this week, and I got to talk to the team before its first matches. We’ll check them out together, and then I’ll tell you about some events in the Tampa Bay area this week, including a pro wrestling smackdown in a brewery! But before we get to that – here’s the news.