Zach Sherman
WUSF Rush Family Florida Matters Live & Local internMy love for journalism began during my time as an anchor for my high school's weekly news show. I also grew up as a massive sports fan, and I was inspired by the journalists I watched every Sunday.
Originally from Winter Haven, Florida, my purpose has always been serving the community and sharing information that matters to those around me.
I am currently a senior at USF, pursuing a bachelor's in mass communications with a minor in political science.
As an intern with Florida Matters Live and Local, I hope to work alongside a strong team and improve my skills in the realm of journalism and radio news.
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Byron Donalds could be the first Black governor of Florida, but polls are showing that it may not matter to most Black voters when they fill in their ballots. -
What are the challenges to running a food bank, particularly when there are high fuel prices and high grocery prices to contend with? The shelves of a local pantry ran dry multiple times last month. -
How do nonprofits like United Way Suncoast benefit from the property tax system as it exists now? What happens to them if voters pass the controversial measure next month? -
A state appellate court ordered that a recently leaked grand jury report on Hope Florida be expunged. Does it all go away with no repercussions? -
For some people, the math of a mortgage doesn’t add up the way it used to. We were curious about the financial pressures homeowners are currently facing in Florida. -
The licenses now feature an orange, a manatee and a phrase that’s drawing some criticism: “Let Us Alone,” from the 1845 Florida flag. Why are those words getting pushback? -
There are changes to eligibility which could make it more challenging for SNAP recipients. In turn, local food banks are feeling the pressure of increased demand. -
A new cross-bay ferry service will launch soon. Will you be riding? And we learn more about a Flock investigation that led to the resignations and arrests of two Pinellas County deputies. -
In a few weeks, the city will decide between Ken Welch or Charlie Crist. Among the winner's bigger challenges: redevelopment of the 86-acre Historic Gas Plant Site after the Tampa Bay Rays jump to Tampa. -
A grand jury investigation into Hope Florida and a $10 million Medicaid misappropriation left Floridians with plenty of questions. Many remained unanswered. One of the reporters who broke the story does his best.
