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Governor Ron DeSantis signed the "No Patient Left Alone" act into law in early April. It takes effect on July 1.

One of them, Zach Correa, started his online local produce marketplace with the help of NPR's 'How I Built This' fellowship.

We discuss the variety of books written about Florida and the authors who live here.

President Trump steered many of Florida's Latino voters away from voting for president-elect Joe Biden and other state Democrats by painting them as socialists, guest Sabrina Rodriguez said.

Lopano says passenger traffic at TPA is on track to surpass pre-pandemic levels.

We check back in with WUSF reporter Steve Newborn about recent developments in panther protections. His feature story about a National Geographic cover story highlighting the endangered species first aired in April.

On this week's episode, we recall President George W. Bush's visit to Sarasota on the day of the attacks, and hear from listeners about their memories of that day.

Five University of South Florida professors launched the Black Cemetery Network last June.

After a Tampa Bay Times investigation that won a Pulitzer Prize highlighted harassment allegations late last year, criticism ensued.

We learn about Tampa’s early Cuban residents and the food culture they introduced to Floridians.

Currall only lasted two years in the position before announcing his resignation last week. He leaves next month but will remain on campus as a professor.

We get an update on Florida's vaccination efforts from WUSF and Health News Florida reporter Stephanie Colombini. You'll also hear from an expert who's working on vaccine education amid the decreasing number of people getting their shots.

This upcoming season is shaping up to be an above-average one — but not as busy as last year. Forecasters still warn that it only takes one destructive storm to make it a bad hurricane season.

A few Florida school systems are defying the order and they’re challenging the governor’s policy in court.

We highlight segments from a recent virtual debate hosted by the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus.

The meetings turned into rowdy affairs with some parents who loudly voice their opinions on the mask mandate and critical race theory.

Is Tampa Bay better prepared now for a major hurricane?

Last December, HNF reporter Lynn Hatter did a five part series detailing the challenges facing children who are involuntary committed and the schools that invoke the Baker Act to deal with disruptive students.

As the Buccaneers prepare to play Super Bowl 55 in their home stadium, Tampa Bay businesses and sports officials are bracing for what could be an underwhelming economic impact from the big game — at least in the short term.

"Dreams in the New Century" covers important events from 2000 to 2010.

We also hear from Sherine Hamade, one of the project's producers.

Journalists reported stories centered on the mental health of Black men and women.

The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay operates a 2-1-1 emergency call center and connects people to mental health resources. We first talked to them in April and we're checking back in.

The CDC advises against meeting with family and friends outside of your household. But many Americans are still forging ahead, cautiously. Here's how you can minimize the risks if you meet in person or virtually.

This week on Florida Matters, we'll learn more about the new season of WUSF's food podcast, The Zest, and get a taste of some episodes.