A bill that would have further regulated kratom failed to pass in the Legislature as its use continues to grow. Meanwhile, UF continues to lead much of the research surrounding the herb.
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This week, we speak to WUSF reporters about their experience covering the pro-Palestinian protests on the USF campus, along with two local historians who talk about the history of protests in Tampa and at USF.
The top statewide stories of the week.
Politics / Issues
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Could former President Donald Trump choose Florida Sen. Marco Rubio as his 2024 running mate? Rubio’s getting a lot of attention, along with other possible vice presidential picks. But selecting Rubio would require some constitutional two-stepping.
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Florida and the federal government squared off this week in an appeals court about whether the state could legally challenge Biden administration policies that led to undocumented immigrants being released from detention.
WUSF wants to hear from you about what topics you want the candidates for public office to talk about this year.
Members of the community can nominate their favorite "queer elders."
Local / State
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Multiple rounds of potentially severe thunderstorms are possible over Florida's Panhandle and North Florida Thursday afternoon through Friday night. Interests in these areas should continue to seek forecast updates, and are urged to heed any warnings issued for their location.
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When the wildlife corridor was envisioned, subdivisions with 10,000 houses and hundreds of thousands of feet of office space were not planned.
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Florida is ranked tenth in the pre-K through 12th grade subcategory.
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The University of Florida has the largest endowment of any university in the state and like elsewhere in the county, protesters are demanding divesture from companies doing business with Israel. While learning its investments is impossible, seeing its underwhelming investment returns isn’t.
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His latest venture is Dignitary Kava House, an alcohol-free hangout spot in South Tampa.
NFL Player-Turned-Entrepreneur Ian Beckles on Kava, Cutting Carbs and Cooking for Himself
An eclectic mix of contemporary classical music.
Health News Florida
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A nursing shortage looms on the horizon driven by Florida's growing elderly population. But AdventHealth has hired 10,000 nurses since 2020.
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Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has filed a lawsuit challenging new federal rules that clash with the state's attempts to restrict the use of puberty blockers and hormone therapy for transgender people.
Coverage leading up to November.
A Florida man is making his mark on Tampa with handmade hats. Ash Dudney is one of the only creators in the state and hunts invasive species to use as adornments for his unique pieces.
How guns can endanger kids' lives and futures.
WUSF, in collaboration with the Florida Climate Reporting Network, tells how climate change is affecting you.
Video series hosted in the WUSF Performance Studio highlights local Florida jazz musicians.
More from NPR
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Miss USA Noelia Voigt and Miss Teen USA UmaSofia Srivastava stepped down, citing mental health and personal values. They are the latest to depart the organization, which is no stranger to controversy.
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A new analysis shows that students graduating from U.S. medical schools were less likely to apply this year for residencies across specialties in states with restrictions on abortion.
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Biden says he will halt additional weapons shipments to Israel if it proceeds with a major ground offensive in Rafah. NPR music editor Sheldon Pearce breaks down the Kendrick Lamar/Drake beef.
Florida Matters explores how the state's population boom affects key issues.
Environment
Education
Arts / Culture
USF journalists receive 18 statewide awards.
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