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Andrew Hudson directs the nonprofit Sunshine Community Harvest and is on a mission to reconnect people with local food. He's also...a Mennonite minister.

Adjusting to life out of prison can be challenging for people who’ve just completed their sentence. Could providing them with a basic income help them get back on their feet — and keep them out of jail?

We have some weekend Mother’s Day events you can check out, including a Mother’s Day brunch in an aquarium and a special exhibit in a popular museum in St. Pete. We’ll tell you all about it, but first, the news.

In her final State of the City last week, Mayor Jane Castor highlighted investments made on her watch. “Florida Matters Live & Local” takes a closer look at what was said (infrastructure) and what was left out (stadiums).

How much money do you need to have saved to retire comfortably in the Tampa Bay area? We have the answer for you, and don’t get mad at us about it, we're just the messenger. Also, some free events to check out tonight, including a couple on the history and future of the Historic Gas Plant District in St. Petersburg, and Jurassic Park trivia! But first, the news.

A guy from North Carolina is walking an outline of the entire continental United States. He just walked through the Tampa Bay region, so we found him on the side of the road and walked with him. You’ll hear more on that, plus some free and fun events you can check out tonight. But first — the news.

Public sector unions in Florida say they are under threat by a new law requiring at least 50% participation in certification and recertification votes. Two teachers union leaders give us reaction.

For the second time this year, a “teen takeover” in the Bay area has ended in arrests. The youths appear to be finding trouble on social media. Can social media keep them out of it? A local group has some ideas.

As we continue to highlight unique food trucks in the Tampa Bay area, we’re headed to a taco truck with a niche. We’ll tell you about it. Plus if you like learning, or bowling, or R&B, you’re going to want to listen to the events going on tonight. But first, let’s hit the news.

We’re hitting another food truck as part of our series this month. And today is for my people who love chicken, or who have a sweet tooth. Plus, some really cool art to check out, or make yourself, in the Tampa Bay area over the next couple days. Before that — here’s the news.

Another Thursday, and another local music roundup for you. Today we have a jukebox band playing true throwbacks, a violinist with some really fresh sound, and an Australian duo that’s been popping off lately. Before we get to those though – here’s the news.

Can it possibly be a decade since the horrific Pulse shooting in Orlando? We hear reflections from two people who were there.

Today we’re talking about World Cup watch parties, the Tampa Fringe Festival, a seafood festival, and more going on this weekend in the area. It’s all part of the event roundup. But first — the news.

A new study reveals how expensive it is to live here, and how residents are making it work financially. You’ll hear about that, plus, a Jazz Jam, pro pickleball, and a summer book swap happening over the next couple days. But first — the news.

An artificial intelligence tool used by police agencies identified an innocent man as a suspect. We delve into what can go wrong when police technology gets it wrong.

The recent death of a woman sleeping in an alley has stirred homeless advocates against the state’s ban on public camping. Is the law necessary or simply driving our most vulnerable into dark, dangerous places?

After two weeks of suggestions and hundreds of votes, we finally have an official name for the Bay Blend manatee. We’ll tell you in just a bit what it is. Plus, we’re headed on a boat with our resident Florida man reporter to learn about stingrays! But first — the news.

The U.S. and Iran are set to formally sign a deal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. But there are questions about details and what comes next.

Another Thursday, another local music roundup with Warren Buchholz. This time we have some great, cheap concerts to check out for the jazz and country lover in your life, plus a place to bring your father figure and celebrate the holiday on Sunday. Before that though — you're getting the local headlines.

Friday marks the day enslaved people in Texas learned they were free. Hear from people from across Tampa Bay’s Black community about what freedom means to them.

It’s Juneteenth, celebrating the anniversary of the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in 1865. We're going to tell you where you can go to celebrate it in the Tampa Bay area today and this weekend, along with some other events going on. It's all on today's weekend event roundup. But first — the news.

Ye, aka Kanye West, is coming to Tampa for a pair of concerts this weekend, and some people are not happy about it. You’ll hear their concerns, plus some events to check out to start your week in the Tampa Bay region. But first – the news.

Dogs Inc. has a program for the public to get a better understanding of guide dogs. Then, is the latest drop in gas prices helping your budget? Also, a look at burnout and staffing shortages at the VA.

Florida has a longer list of people trying to get a green card than any other state. And due to some recent changes, that list might get a lot longer. Plus, some ways to get active, eat chicken wings, or test your Marvel movie knowledge.

It’s the last week of our local food truck highlight, and today we’re talking about a summer food staple, and something very close to Sky's heart — and his arteries, too, if he eats too many. And, some events to check out in the Tampa Bay area tonight. But first, the news.