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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.

Florida hosts 15 baseball teams for spring training, but no town has been "all in" and for so long as Lakeland, where the Detroit Tigers have stuck around since 1934.

It’s event roundup time with Malaika Hollist! We’re talking seafood, strawberries, and an Ybor Fiesta. Before we get to that though, let's tell you the news.

Matthew Peddie speaks with Tara Newsom, a political science and government professor at St. Petersburg College, on Gen Z’s opportunity to shape their future in this presidential election.

Matthew Peddie speaks with Mary Shedden, WUSF's news director, on the WUSF voter guide and how it helps voters this election cycle.

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.