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Dalia Colón celebrates 'citrus, seafood, Spanish flavor, and Southern charm' in her new cookbook
A conversation with former state senator Arthenia Joyner about her trailblazing career in politics
Gwen Henderson talks education, books and politics
Tampa Bay leaders Gwen Henderson and Arthenia Joyner talk politics, education & civil rights
What it means to be a Blerd - and why it's cool now
Ignoring big legislative issues will allow them to 'fester,' warns former senator Jeff Brandes
County Supervisors of Elections talk about everything voters need to know about voting in 2024
What DeSantis's exit from the presidential primary means for Florida
Florida's new financial disclosure rules get praise, even as city leaders resign in protest
How evictions affect the Tampa Bay region's most vulnerable residents
DeSantis focuses on national issues in State of State speech
The best conversations of 2023 on Florida Matters
The best Florida Matters episodes of 2023
How presidential politics could shape Florida's legislative session
Combating the surge in youth gun violence in Florida
Florida Humanities celebrates 50 years sharing stories of our state
How journalists can rebuild trust in the media and fight misinformation
How consumer confidence could affect holiday shopping
How Medicaid unwinding affects the health care of Floridians, and how to navigate Medicare enrollment
Southwest Florida's Babcock Ranch offers lessons in resilience and sustainability
A look at Ybor City's history in the midst of urban renewal
Why Halloween has been scaring up some serious business
Changes are swirling around Florida's public schools
Tampa Bay region's Hispanic-owned businesses face challenges - and opportunities
The race to protect Florida's Wildlife Corridor
Assessing the impact of Hurricane Ian, one year later; Hernando County recovers from Idalia
A closer look at pro sports in the Tampa Bay region as Rays seal the deal on a new stadium
Pinellas County's beaches continue to erode as renourishment plans remain at a standstill
Our Changing State: the economics of living in Florida now
Our Changing State: conserving our natural environment despite growth, climate change
Our Changing State: understanding Florida's cultural history then and now
Our Changing State: Florida's shifting politics and the impact on its diverse residents
Our Changing State: how housing challenges are impacting local residents
Our Changing State: imagining a future for Florida's transportation needs
Our Changing State: Florida's shifting politics and the impact on its diverse residents
Our Changing State: the economics of living in Florida now
Our Changing State: understanding Florida's cultural history then and now
Our Changing State: imagining a future for Florida's transportation needs
Our Changing State: conserving our natural environment despite growth, climate change
Our Changing State: how housing challenges are impacting local residents
USF researcher shares what he learned from his 100-day stay underwater
Florida Matters looks back on 25 years of the Tampa Bay Rays
Florida Matters explores popular summer reads with local bookstore Tombolo Books
Florida Matters talks with former senator Jeff Brandes about his new Florida Policy Project
Florida Matters explores the impact of new state immigration laws on migrants and Floridians
Educating young people about Juneteenth amid restrictions from lawmakers
Florida emergency managers say they're making sure residents are prepared for hurricane season
Many Floridians struggle to pay for necessities, especially as pandemic relief ends, experts say
Florida Matters explores how new laws are changing public schools for teachers, parents and students
With a new set of laws aimed at transgender people, some LGBTQ Floridians fear the effects to their lives
Florida Matters digs into the impact of the recent legislative session to Floridians
Voter education and registration groups react to the elections bill that targets their efforts
After a series of recent columns on the Ruby Bridges movie debate, local writer speaks on parental rights and teaching black history
Professors say House Bill 999 would be horrific for academic freedom at Florida's state universities
Progress on permitless carry, school vouchers and more mark the Florida Legislature's halfway point
The complex causes of red tide make the toxic blooms a challenge to predict, local scientists say
A former Tampa Bay-area columnist reflects on life experiences in his new book
Florida Matters recaps the 2023 State of the State address
Florida Matters explores the top issues ahead of the 2023 legislative session
Florida Matters examines state lawmakers' efforts to challenge DEI school policies
Tampa mayor Jane Castor talks re-election campaign, the city's current and future challenges
The Zest host shares highlights from season 7 of the podcast
How the Tropicana Field redevelopment could reshape St. Petersburg
After TBARTA dissolution, regional transit remains an obstacle for county officials to solve
As Tampa experiences its hottest year, sustainability expert says he’s preparing Tampa for a warmer future
Extremism in Florida on the rise since Jan. 6 attack, civil rights organizations say
We break down impact of new legislation on Florida’s property insurance issues
Hills Transportation
A former congressman shares his thoughts on Florida’s divided political environment
Two weeks before election, we break down the most important issues to you
Young voters say their trust in political systems is gone but they’ll still vote next month
After a contentious 2020 election season, local elections officials gear up for November elections
Southwest Florida residents reflect on Hurricane Ian’s life-changing impact
Florida Matters features postcards from WUSF's COVID Conversations series
Florida Matters highlights new WUSF series on mental health issues
Over two years into a pandemic, Tampa Bay businesses are looking at hybrid and remote work
After the August primaries, Sarasota’s non-partisan school board sees shift to conservative majority
USF anthropologist recounts her time unearthing bodies at the Dozier School for Boys
Ahead of elections later this month, Florida Matters looks into the important races and the issues
Educators voice their concerns and hopes ahead of a new school year
In his latest book, historian Gary Mormino documents Florida during the 2000s
After a month after overturning Roe V Wade, Florida faces uncertain future on abortion
Florida Matters explores the Sunshine State's literary scene
Three Tampa Bay food entrepreneurs share their experiences with starting small businesses
Florida Matters explores Tampa Bay 'staycation' options
Florida Matters gets an update on the region’s water quality
St. Pete Mayor Ken Welch discusses first term goals
Tampa Bay area law enforcement and residents weigh the future of Florida’s gun laws
Florida Matters highlights a recent WUSF series featuring Tampa Bay area teachers
Florida Matters gets a refresher on hurricane preparedness
State lawmakers hold second special session to work on Florida’s property insurance troubles
New Florida law allows families back into assisted living facilities, even during a health emergency
After a slew of controversial new laws, we look at DeSantis’ approach to leadership
We break down what Florida’s new congressional map means for voters
Recent report details climate change's imminent impact to Tampa Bay, says the cost of doing nothing is dire
A new Tampa Bay History Center exhibit explores Tampa's ties to Cuba
Longboat Key's Democrat and Republican clubs want to change the conversation around politics
Tampa Bay residents share experiences of finding new homes in a pricey market
Ukrainians across Tampa Bay talk about the impact of the Russian invasion on their lives
Bradenton restauranteur says supply chain problems and worker shortages haven't stopped him yet