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Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is one of a handful across that country that are using private companies at checkpoints. On "Florida Matters Live & Local," the airport's president and CEO explains why.

A Florida woman says her own birth plan was overridden when a hospital sought legal intervention. The case was argued before a judge over Zoom – while she was in labor.

The TSA said Sunday that its PreCheck program would remain operational despite an earlier announcement the airport security service was being suspended during the partial government shutdown.

On "Florida Matters Live & Local," hear 23 years of radio insight from WUSF's outgoing leader, JoAnn Urofsky. Then it's off to the circus, to learn about big-top lore and a modern script. Finally, the quirks of airport security.

If you are flying out of Tampa Bay for Thanksgiving, airport officials have advice for smooth travels.

Tampa International Airport officials expect about 924,000 travelers will pass through between now and Dec. 1.

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blames Democrats for the government shutdown in a new video for TSA security checkpoints. Two of South Florida's airports are not playing the video for waiting passengers.

TSA agents and other essential workers will have to continue work without pay as a government shutdown continues. Without a resolution from Congress, some TSA workers are left with fear and uncertainty about the stability of their jobs and livelihood.

Last year, a flight from Dallas to Orlando, Florida, made an emergency landing in Jacksonville, Florida, after a battery caught fire in an overhead bin.

Tampa International Airport officials expect a four percent increase in summer travel compared to 2023. Starting on Memorial Day weekend, TPA will see an average of about 71,000 passengers a day.

The legislation would prevent the Transportation Safety Administration from requiring passengers on airplanes to wear masks in order to stop the spread of COVID-19.

Miami International Airport ranks No. 1, with more than 500 cases, according to federal statistucs. Airports in Fort Lauderdale, Orlando and Tampa were also in the top 20.