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Biles looked happy and relieved after dismounting the balance beam, smiling and waving at the crowd to roaring applause. She's still experiencing the "twisties" but has found ways to cope.

In this week's Barbershop, NPR's Michel Martin talks about upcoming offerings in summer entertainment with humor writer Luvvie Ajayi, journalist Kara Brown of Jezebel and NPR's Eric Deggans.

As a kid, Julianne Escobedo Shepherd adored Salt-N-Pepa's music and moves. In revisiting the trio's third album, she realized it also taught her what confidence and collectivity look like in action.

Governor Rick Scott isn't waiting for the federal government to decide the future of the Affordable Care Act. His administration is proposing sweeping...

In Stacey Lee's new novel, an opinionated and talented Chinese American girl makes her way in Reconstruction-era Atlanta while preserving her secret work as an advice columnist in the local paper.

A recap of the explosive testimony before the House Jan. 6 panel. Turkey agrees to support Norway and Sweden joining NATO. As fears of a recession build, companies are laying off workers.

Senate panel told ex-national security adviser Michael Flynn was compromised by the Russians. South Koreans elect a president. Probe shows why some families aren't getting government-funded housing.

Social media is changing the way writers are promoting their books. Author Rebecca Makkai talks about her decision to take a break from writing the blurbs commonly seen on the backs of book jackets.

Movies adapted from books have a reputation for falling short. NPR's Scott Detrow talks with NPR's Barrie Hardymon and Andrew Limbong about what's good and bad about books turned into movies.

Actor Tommy Lee Jones also directs The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada. It's the story of a man killed in Texas and a friend -- played by Jones -- who fulfills his wish to be buried in Mexico. Jones describes it a "journey" movie.

Voters in an important swing district in Florida are grappling with soaring costs for housing and food. What could these frustrations mean for November midterm elections?

Latin music is very often expressive and raw. The hosts of Alt.Latino, tell the story of listener Alejandra Marquez Janse, and a song that makes her cry.

This weekend is Gasparilla, of course, but that’s not the only thing going on. Warren Buchholz and Sky talk about the local music you can check out this weekend, including a Spongebob musical. Are you ready kids?

They also discussed what Hurricane Ian taught us, especially about storm surge.

Sky starts his journey visiting different unique clubs and groups throughout the greater Tampa Bay region. First up, a bunch of Bonsai lovers who teach him the art of growing a styling trees. You'll also hear about events going on tonight if you're looking for something to do.

It's Juneteenth, a federal holiday that celebrates the emancipation of enslaved people. So today, we're skipping the news headlines and sharing some Juneteenth events you could check out, plus some of the musical events and concerts to put on your radar.

There’s a lot going on in the Tampa area this weekend and you’ll hear about some of it with our Friday event roundup. And before we do that, we'll hit the news headlines, including efforts to restore some of the Pinellas County beaches hit hard by hurricanes.

How the elimination of an affordable housing fund in Hillsborough County could have some long-term impacts on the community. Plus, a look at some events to check out this week. But first, the news headlines, including a 9-year-old girl's recovery from a shark attack.

You'll hear a roundup of events going on this weekend across the greater Tampa Bay region that you can check out. There's the Metallica concerts, and plenty more to keep an eye on. We even have a traffic report. Plus, the news headlines.

Get ready for your roundup of live, local music performances you can check out for Father's Day. Plus other cool events you can go to tonight. And, Peaches the flamingo is living it up in the Yucatan.

Today on the Wake Up Call, new laws are going into effect in Florida. Plus, some ideas to spice up your week, and the news headlines.