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For people on the autism spectrum, mealtimes can be especially challenging—from food aversions to noisy restaurants to feeling ostracized because of what or how they eat.

Explore Tampa's signature flavor: guava. Historian Rodney Kite-Powell of the Tampa Bay History Center breaks down the fruit's unlikely role in the creation of modern Tampa.

In 1960, Black Americans were legally prohibited from eating in most Tampa restaurants. But that would soon change, thanks to a group of high school students who staged a series of lunch counter sit-ins. You'll hear from one of those peaceful protestors—former Florida State Senator Arthenia Joyner.

Happy Fri-yay Blenders! Malaika Hollist from Arts Axis Florida joins Meghan Bowman with your weekly events roundup. You’ll hear about a throwback event in Tampa paying homage to the best of '80s and '90s hip-hop and R&B music – but they don’t want “No Scrubs.” IYKYK

Lt. Gov. Jay Collins dials into “Florida Matters Live & Local” to talk about why he’s running for governor and review some of his legislative priorities. We’ll also hear about the Dalí Museum's expansion and an opera singer who sells cars.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a measure to keep funding going for lifesaving medication. But the coverage runs out in July. Hence, the legal back-and-forth over the AIDS Drug Assistance Program continues.

Florida is experiencing one of its worst droughts ever, and it’s hitting the Tampa Bay area pretty hard. Today, Meghan Bowman talks with Nancy Guan about the water shortage and how new restrictions might impact you at home and even when you go out to eat.

The federal government wants to remove all restrictions for oil drilling in Gulf waters, including rules created to protect endangered animals. You’ll hear more on that, plus a bartender battle, an airplane expo, and other fun things happening in the Tampa area this week. But first — the news.

Environmental advocates celebrated a win in Manatee last month with a new law blocking a plan for a new cruise port. But is the Terra Ciea Aquatic Preserve safe from development? Not everyone thinks so.

City Council member Brandi Gabbard makes her case to be mayor. Then, questions around Florida’s push to redraw political maps and a close call on the tracks raises school bus safety concerns.

There’s an empanada festival, a free prom dress giveaway, and even a musical theatre rave going on this weekend in the Tampa Bay area, and Malaika Hollist and Sky will talk about it all. Tampa Bay Lightning playoff hockey also begins this weekend, and we'll give you a preview of where you can celebrate and watch the game. Before all that, you're getting the news.

Thousands of Black cemeteries have been destroyed, built over or fallen into disrepair. Hear about a movement to protect them that started at USF.

WUSF's Steve Newborn was back on a boat to check out how researchers study the health of Tampa Bay, and it might not be the way you'd think they'd do it. We’ll talk about that, plus a fun twist on yoga, a late-night emo party, and more events you can check out in the area to start your week. But first — the news.

There is plenty of support for a plan to build a Rays stadium in Tampa. But there are skeptics, and the most vocal is on "Florida Matters Live & Local." Commissioner Joshua Wostal gives specifics ahead of some big votes.

Today’s your weekend event roundup, as always, and we’re talking sharks, a comic book expo, and a meetup with a true Florida staple. You’ll get that in just a few minutes, but first, let’s hit the news.

Health disparities in Florida are a real problem, especially for the state’s minority communities. And it looks like those gaps in services could get even worse. You’ll hear the findings today, plus where you can learn to podcast yourself, or just color with some friends in the Tampa Bay Region tonight. But first – the news.

Everyone uses batteries, but did you know throwing away certain ones could cause garbage trucks to catch fire? It’s been a problem, and we’ll talk about it, plus some fun events in the Tampa Bay region tonight and tomorrow. First - the news.

It’s May 1, just like Justin Timberlake predicted it would be. Guest host Meghan Bowman is back in the captain's seat today. Malaika Hollist shares some great things to do this weekend, so you don’t have to just chill on your couch, unless you want to do that. Plus, it's May Day.

Karen Two Shoes of the Seminole Tribe of Florida lost 80 pounds, became a registered dietitian and now helps others eat more like their indigenous ancestors did.

Two brothers who fled Ukraine during the Russian invasion are now stars on stage in Sarasota, while using instruments they brought from their homeland. You’ll hear about it, plus some book events you can check out tonight in the Tampa Bay area, or maybe even some glow-in-the-dark pickleball. Before we talk fun though — here’s the news.

A hantavirus has captured the world’s attention, especially here in Florida, where the cruise industry has a big footprint. We’ll talk about how dangerous the disease really is and how cruise companies deal with outbreaks.

Another candidate vying to be St. Petersburg's mayor is in the studio. Meet Jim Large, a longtime fire chief who says he's a public servant, not a politician. He fills us in on his vision for the city.

Thursday means music roundup time with Warren Buchholz, and we’re talking country, '90s throwbacks and some Bob Dylan birthday celebrations. Plus, other events to check out tonight in the Tampa Bay area. But let’s start off with the news.

What is a love bug? And why do they give their lives for a little smooch with our car grills? We have an expert on “Florida Matters: Live & Local” with the facts.

Today we're skipping the news. Instead, Sky tells you about some events today in the Tampa Bay region to honor fallen U.S. military members. Let's get started.