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The Apalachicola River and Bay have taken several hits—from major storms, to a “water war” between Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.

Bruises continue to be inflicted on Florida's citrus industry, as the forecast for the nearly concluded growing season dropped further Friday.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration unveiled the final version of the new regulation on Monday and called it the most significant safety rule in the past two decades.

The U.S. economy grew more slowly than expected in the first three months of the year. But consumers are still spending money — especially on services such as travel and restaurant meals.

A proposed local property tax increase could generate almost $180 million that would go mainly towards increasing teacher and staff pay.

It's one of the few days of the year where the executive branch becomes a child's playground — and this year, the White House Easter Egg Roll drew kids to the South Lawn despite some light rain.

NPR's Debbie Elliott talks to Gustavo Torres, executive director of CASA, a Latino and immigrant organization, about the construction workers who were on the bridge when it collapsed Tuesday.

The dispute stems from a program that is designed to help pull down more federal money to go to hospitals.

A California judge has recommended that attorney John Eastman be disbarred and pay a $10,000 fine for his role in Donald Trump's legal efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

Tallahassee businesses are among those getting creative in recruiting and developing talent, thanks in part to Apprentice Florida.

Morgan's Wonderland, which is believed to be the world's first ultra-accessible theme park, is expanding its offerings to include a hotel and a salon.

"More than anything, I believe he would want others to know they are capable of great things," Alexander's friend Christopher Ulmer told NPR.

Ever wake up from a nap feeling extra groggy? Naps can be beneficial for your mental and physical health — but there are a few things you need to know. NPR's Life Kit has tips for the optimal nap.

Researchers following a group of New Zealanders over the course of 40 years found an association between childhood lead exposure and declines in intelligence and socioeconomic status later in life.

April 15th, the deadline to file your income taxes, is just around the corner. Filings so far this year are on track with last year's, while the average refund is slightly larger.

In his State of the Union address Thursday, President Biden highlighted key achievements of his first term and made the case that voters should give him a second. Here are six highlights.

The city center will be "up to 90" Saturday with the marriage of two big events, River o' Green and the annual Rough Riders' parade. Many roads will be closed and parking will be limited, so plan ahead if you're going.

After a flurry of last-minute votes on bills, Florida lawmakers Friday passed a $117.46 billion state budget and ended the 2024 legislative session.

Dental Therapy could be one solution for improving oral care in underserved rural communities. What new momentum is there for dental therapy, and why is the American Dental Association pushing back?

The federal government announced a settlement with Marathon Oil for alleged air quality violations at the company's oil and gas operations on the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation in North Dakota.

Nigeria has one of Africa's largest economies but is seeing record rates of child malnutrition. Aid groups call it a nearly unprecedented crisis.

A Missouri man who has served more than three decades in prison remains incarcerated even though a judge ruled that he’s not guilty of murder and should be released.

Each week, guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: This Is How You Lose the Time War, GWAR covering “I’m Just Ken,” and the Tested podcast series from NPR's Embedded.

American Ryan Crouser has turned the shot put into a science. As he goes for his third Olympic gold in a row, he keeps tweaking ideas of rotation, radius and speed and utilizes computer mechanics.

The FBI has shared more of what it is learning about the shooter who tried to kill former President Donald Trump at a rally in western Pennsylvania.