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In this episode of Florida Matters, we host a reporter roundtable to discuss the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.

People had barely even begun picking up their lives after Hurricane Helene two weeks ago when Milton hit the Gulf Coast.

On this episode of Florida Matters, you hear how elections supervisors are working to make sure you can still vote, despite the hurricane impacts. Also, how communities can plan to be more resilient as they rebuild.

Matthew Peddie speaks with Craig Latimer, supervisor of elections in Hillsborough County, on the impact of Hurricanes Milton and Helene on voting in the greater Tampa Bay region.

Alex Mahadevan, the director of MediaWise, discusses the impact of misinformation and how to spot it.

In this episode of Florida Matters, we talk about how to decipher the truth in the midst of all the misinformation. Also, how AI political-generated content impacts real life and perpetuates conspiracy theories. We also give the latest on hurricanes Helene and Milton.

On this episode of Florida Matters, we explore the impact of our immigration system on the Sunshine State.

In a special call-in edition of Florida Matters, we fielded your questions about what to do if you were impacted by Debby, Helene or Milton.

This weekend is packed with things to do in the Tampa Bay Area (727 Day is just one of them), and Malaika Hollist is going to give you the latest. Before that, the news headlines, including the Rays' stadium deal officially being put to bed.

Let’s have some fun with another music roundup alongside Warren Buchholz. He’ll tell you about some of the local shows and concerts to know about this weekend. Plus, some events for tonight, if you’re looking for something to do. And before that – the news headlines, including University Area improvements on hold.

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.

Warren Buchholz and Sky Lebron talk about some of the local shows and concerts you can check out this weekend as we wrap up July. Plus, some events for tonight you can go to. And the news headlines, including Hillsborough pet shelters needing help.

Looking for fun this weekend? Malaika Hollist has got you covered with some events that are fun and cheap going on in the Tampa Bay area this weekend. Before that, the news headlines, including a food bank that needs volunteers more than food.

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.

It's all about that Florida heat. It’s always hot here, but has it been even hotter than usual? You’ll hear how sustained heat has hurt the state over years. Plus, some fun events to check out this week in the Tampa Bay area. And the news headlines, including what Florida's new CEO has planned.

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.

On "Florida Matters," we speak to caregivers about how they balance life with caring for their loved ones.

You'll hear about how hard it is to access birth control in Florida — it's one of the worst in the country, according to new research. We'll help you kick off the work week with some events to put on your radar. And before all that, the news headlines, including when you'll get some relief from this brutal heat.

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.

On Thursday's Wake Up Call from WUSF, it’s music roundup time with Warren Buchholz. He’s got some cool local shows to check out. Plus some events you can go to tonight. And the news headlines, including Pinellas County school cuts.

On "Florida Matters," WUSF reporters Meghan Bowman and Douglas Soule explain what Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed and what survived, as well as new laws you might want to know about.

On Wednesday's Wake Up Call from WUSF, you’ll get the latest on a new disaster aid program looking to help underserved communities in Pinellas and Hillsborough counties. Plus, some events to fill the rest of your week with a bit more fun. Before all that, let's hit the local news headlines.

It's time for another weekend live music roundup. Our Warren Buchholz will give you the latest. On top of that, some events to consider the next couple days if you're trying to have some fun. And before all that – the news headlines, including Jefferson High's tribute to Gwen Henderson.