Tropical outlook: Closely monitoring two tropical waves, and what could be next. Here's the story: https://www.cfpublic.org/2025-09-24/tropical-outlook-closely-monitoring-two-tropical-waves-and-what-could-be-next

Florida families dealing with autism are hopeful for change after President Donald Trump’s press conference addressing the spectrum disorder. Full story: https://www.cfpublic.org/health/2025-09-23/florida-group-welcomes-attention-to-autism-but-research-finds-no-causal-link-to-tylenol

Lake County commissioners voted to designate Schofield Road as a memorial to Charlie Kirk. Similar designations elsewhere in Florida are in the pipeline. Full story: https://www.cfpublic.org/politics/2025-09-24/amid-controversy-lake-county-road-named-in-honor-of-charlie-kirk

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the creation of an online portal through which people can report "calls for violence” or threats of violence that they observe. Here's the full story: https://bit.ly/3IzuQPn #floridaminute

Do you think you'd be able to sit down with someone who has different political beliefs than you for a conversation—not to debate politics—but to get to know each other as people? We can help make that happen! Start here: https://www.cfpublic.org/onesmallstep

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NPR plans to make trims totaling more than $5 million over the course of the coming fiscal year to bring its annual budget into balance. Meanwhile, local stations are asking for more help.

Orlando’s 22nd annual Global Peace Film Festival has a new partner this year in UrbanFest 360. Listen & Subscribe to the weekly Spotlight Podcast here: https://bit.ly/4nneDvN

Florida law banning sleeping, camping in public now allows people to sue municipalities. Here's what it is trying to accomplish, what experts are saying. www.cfpublic.org/housing-home...

Florida Board of Governors sets New Year's resolutions for state universities. The board which oversees the state’s universities set goals regarding school rankings, number of degrees awarded and graduation rates. www.cfpublic.org/education/20...

Here’s a resolution for 2025: Good habits that boost your brain health. An updated analysis published in the medical journal 'The Lancet' cites increasing evidence that tackling 14 risk factors would delay or prevent nearly half of dementia cases. www.cfpublic.org/health/2025-...

Central Florida Public Media (formerly WMFE) extends deep condolences on the passing of José A. Fajardo, who served as president and CEO of WMFE 2007-2012. www.cfpublic.org/2024-12-19/i...

Have you ever felt like, when it comes to politics, you don’t fit neatly into a box? On estrangement, politics: Oviedo’s mayor and a resident take One Small Step www.cfpublic.org/2024-12-12/o...

The Seminole County Board of Commissioners amended an existing ordinance to be consistent with a new Florida law that prohibits cities and counties from allowing people to sleep or camp in public places. www.cfpublic.org/housing-home...

With over 6,000 Black Bear related calls to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation each year, a bear hunt may be on the agenda for approval next year which would be the first in almost a decade. www.cfpublic.org/environment/...

Monarch butterflies will get federal protections as a threatened species after years of warnings from environmentalists that populations are shrinking and the beloved pollinator may not survive climate change. Here's more details about why the monarchs weren't designated as endangered.

Rosen Hotels & Resorts names new CEO after death of founder and president The company said CFO and Vice President Frank Santos will step up to the CEO position following last week’s death of founder Harris Rosen.

Solar industry advocates blast Orlando utility proposal ahead of Tuesday vote The Orlando Utilities Commission’s governing board will vote Tuesday on a controversial proposal to change how OUC bills customers for electricity. www.cfpublic.org/environment/...

This might help you find just the right gift for the gamer in your life. Here's the best games of 2024, picked by NPR's staff: www.cfpublic.org/2024-12-05/t...

It's our Year-End Fund Drive! This holiday season, your support of Central Florida Public Media will have an even bigger impact: We are participating in the United Arts of Central Florida’s Collaborative Campaign for the Arts: unitedartscfl.org/collaborativ...

Freeze warnings activate cold night shelters for some Central Florida counties

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Susan Lorincz, who shot her neighbor, Ajike “A.J.” Owens through a door gets 25 years in prison. In court before sentencing Lorincz, Judge Robert Hodges said she acted in anger, not fear, when she shot Owens through the door.

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Filling the Thanksgiving table may gobble up your wallet. With the high costs of living many Central Floridians face, Greg Higgerson of Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida said filling up the table is impacting more wallets compared to last year. bit.ly/4g2QhDw

Join us for an afternoon of connection and understanding with Central Florida Public Media. Engage in meaningful conversations, share stories, and discover the power of listening. Let’s bridge gaps and build empathy together! www.cfpublic.org/onesmallstep

Harris Rosen, the celebrated Orlando hotel mogul and philanthropist, died Monday at the age of 85. Best known for building the Rosen Hotels & Resorts empire, Rosen leaves behind an extensive legacy in the hospitality industry.

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In Orange County, the Mental Health and Homelessness Division has teamed up with the Service & Love Together nonprofit, better known as SALT, granting the organization $1 million dollars to help expand services. www.cfpublic.org/housing-home...

Two commercial #astronauts, who happen to be married, are returning to the edge of space together once again. Winter Park residents Sharon and Marc Hagle will board Blue Origin’s New Shepard space capsule. www.cfpublic.org/space/2024-1...

A judge’s order issued this week confirms a new lawsuit against the Florida Department of Environmental Protection is valid and can move forward, according to the Florida Springs Council, the nonprofit which filed the lawsuit in Hernando County earlier this month. www.cfpublic.org/environment/...

Latest episode with host @spacebrendan.bsky.social Leaks on the ISS and Space policy impacts on Florida. Space policy in Florida and the potential for private companies on Mars, plus the ISS begins to show its age. www.cfpublic.org/podcast/are-...

New Engage episode: Exploring the Florida Classic's legacy and its cultural impact on Central Florida! Recorded live at Oley’s Kitchen in Orlando with Tony Jenkins, Rich Black, Commissioner Bakari Burns, and comedian Rod Z. www.cfpublic.org/podcast/enga...

Have you heard of Story Corps' One Small Step? Strangers with different political beliefs come together for a conversation—not to debate politics—but to get to know each other as people. Here are the conversations Central Floridians have had this year: www.cfpublic.org/one-small-step