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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.

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.

Did you know that as small as the Florida panther population is now, it was way lower in the 90s? The state even recruited pumas from Texas to help repopulate them. But are these newer Florida panthers a puma hybrid? We’ll talk about that, plus some events to check out this week if you’re looking for something fun to do.

You’re going to hear from a Tampa man who’s directly affected by the end of Temporary Protected Status for Hondurans and Nicaraguans. Plus, some events in the area you can plan for this week if you’re trying to have some fun. First, the news headlines, including why a Bradenton beach can be so unsafe for swimming.

You’ll hear about a new rule changing how teens get their learners permits. Hint: It’s gonna be a bit tougher to drive on the streets if you’re a young’n. And we've got some local events to get you through the week, plus the news headlines.

On "Florida Matters," a meteorologist who led the National Weather Service's Tampa area forecasting office weighs in on a recent staffing exodus at the NWS.

You'll hear about an art exhibit in Tampa where you can literally step into the paintings of Van Gogh and Monet. Kinda wild, right? We’ll hit that, plus some events to check out tonight and through the rest of the week. And the headlines, including an update on the Clearwater Ferry arrest.

If someone says it’s going to be a slow weekend in the Tampa Bay area, smack them on the back of the head and send them this podcast, because we have an event roundup full of what's going on this weekend. And as always, we start with the news headlines, including a flesh-eating bacteria showing up on Florida's beaches.

Community leaders join "Florida Matters" to talk about how they helped with the recovery from the 2024 hurricane season.

We have the news headlines, including how MacDill Air Force Base played a central role in the U.S. bombings of nuclear sites in Iran. Also, a safety addition to many of Hillsborough County’s most popular parks that could help during a medical emergency, and some events that you can add to your week.

Sky is hanging out with mermaids! He got to chill with women who performed in Weeki Wachee in the 1960s, and for the first time in over 50 years, they were able to swim in the spring again, tails and all. Also, some events for you to check out tonight for 813 Day and beyond. And the news headlines, including the new lieutenant governor from Tampa.

St. Petersburg has an intersection painted in support of the LGBTQ+ community. But new rules from the state’s Department of Transportation could force that popular, rainbow-themed street art and a bunch of others go away. You’ll hear about that, plus some events to celebrate 813 Day tomorrow.

We have the weekly music roundup with Warren Buchholz, including jazz-inspired pop from an Icelandic singer who’s been trending nationally lately, a Taylor Swift Dance Party, and a Jazz event from us here at WUSF. Plus, some events for tonight if you’re looking to network or buy some art at an auction. Plus the news headlines.

We’re blending up the weekend event roundup with Malaika Hollist. There’s some fun stuff on the docket, like an 80's-themed prom event at a local barcade, and a huge show happening at the newly renamed Benchmark International Arena. You’ll hear about it all, but before we get to it, the news headlines.

Another family in the Tampa Bay area is calling for the release of someone they say was wrongfully detained by ICE. He’s been in custody since May. Today, you’ll hear about that, plus some events going on in the Tampa Bay area this week, including Hobbit Day. But before that, here’s the news.

The weekend before Halloween, you already know what the event roundup with Malaika Hollist is going to be about. We'll tell you what you can be doing this weekend to celebrate across the Tampa Bay area, including events at Zoo Tampa, Tampa Theatre, and more. But first, the news.

With it being Thursday and all, you know what that means. A music roundup with Warren Buchholz. Today we’re talking '80s and '90s hits, R&B, and plenty more. Plus, some events for tonight, and a heads up on a very unique Tampa Bay Lightning experience going on next year. But first, the news.

On this episode of "Florida Matters," we discuss how the future of Florida's corals hangs in the balance, HOA-issued speeding citations are raising privacy concerns in Sarasota and more.

You’ll hear about the debut novel from a Tampa woman that hits on love and grief and has plenty of Florida influence in it. That, plus some events to check out this week to mix things up for you, involving Pokemon, Trucks and Jeeps, and painting. Really covering a wide variety of hobbies today. That’s all next, but first – the news.

On "Florida Matters" this week, hear from the guy behind Tampa International Airport's popular social media accounts. Plus, there are new rules for beginner drivers and learn what it takes to train a service dog.

Nothing soothes the soul like some time in nature, and today Sky takes you on a tour of one of the most highly rated parks in the country. And it’s right here in West Central Florida. Plus, a free drum and dance circle and a BYOB comedy club you can check out tonight.

Today, you’ll hear about a celebrity chef making waves in Tampa's food scene. We'll crown the champion of Alaska's 2025 Fat Bear Week. Plus your Friday roundup of stuff to get into this weekend once you slam your laptop shut.

If you love music, and you love hanging out in the greater Tampa Bay area, then you’re going to like this episode. Warren Buchholz and Sky will break down the shows and concerts you could check out this weekend. Plus, some events for tonight, including a free art walk through Ybor. But before that, the news.

If you’re whipping up some good Thanksgiving meals, chances are there’s going to be some grease and oil that you don’t know what to do with. We got the answer for you, plus some events you can check out tonight before the big meal Thursday. Let’s hit the news first though.

Housing costs are a big problem for a lot of people in the Tampa Bay area, and one family is trying to give some relief for that in one of the region’s poorest neighborhoods. You’ll hear about that, plus some things to do in the region as we get closer to Thanksgiving. Before that though, here’s the news.