The Florida Roundup

This week on The Florida Roundup, we discussed the debate between Gov. Ron DeSantis and California Gov. Gavin Newsom with fact-checking from PolitiFact Florida’s Samantha Putterman (04:00) and then simulcast with LAist daily news show AirTalk (19:14) to hear what both Floridians and Southern Californians thought about the showdown. And later, we hear some of the major education stories from across the state (38:28). Plus, a Florida distillery will bottle a new signature rum from The Rolling Stones (47:14)

On the Florida Roundup, we look at the impact of President Biden's humanitarian parole for migrants, one year later. Throughout the hour, we explored the WLRN News’ series “Waiting for America” with some of the reporters who contributed to it.

This week on The Florida Roundup, Seminole Hard Rock Casino has relaunched its sports betting app after a court fight over bringing sports betting to the state. We talk about the stakes with sports betting attorney Daniel Wallach (3:48), the head of No Casinos John Sowinski (11:20), and Jessica Cattelino, author of “High Stakes: Florida Seminole Gaming and Sovereignty” (15:29). Plus, we look at how the Medicaid unwinding process is going with WMFE’s Joe Mario Pedersen and WUSF & Health News Florida’s Stephanie Colombini (24:57), and later KFF’s Jennifer Tolbert (33:23). And later, we catch up on some of the wildlife stories from across the state (37:10).

This week on The Florida Roundup, we heard from some Florida voters about what’s on their minds ahead of the 2024 presidential election (09:06). Plus, we talked with a U.S. Rep. John Rutherford, a Republican member of Florida’s congressional delegation (02:17) and Adam Kinzinger, a former Republican U.S. lawmaker (10:54). And we spoke to veteran Capitol reporter Mary Ellen Klas about Florida’s influence on national politics (21:54). Then later, a recap of this week’s special legislative session from our partner stations (37:14).

This week on The Florida Roundup, homeowners insurance rates continue to rise across the state. We hear from Rep. John Snyder about how lawmakers might tackle the issue during November’s special session (03:57) and we also hear reporting from Lawrence Mower of the Tampa Bay Times (15:49). Plus, we talk with investigative reporter Jason Garcia about the apparent rush to the exit doors at the Disney tax district following Gov. DeSantis’ takeover (34:12). And later, two stories about the intersection of immigration and education (37:00).

This week on The Florida Roundup, we talk about the legal limbo around abortion access as the Florida Supreme Court considers a challenge to the state’s 15-week ban. We speak with a Florida-based OBGYN (00:57), the executive director of Florida Alliance of Planned Parenthood Affiliates (05:08) and Tampa Bay Times reporter Romy Ellenbogen (17:25). Plus, Politico’s Gary Fineout joins us for a preview of November’s special legislative session (27:18). And later, a collection of stories about coastal communities' efforts to mitigate flooding (37:14).

This week on The Florida Roundup, we talk about the U.S. Humanitarian Parole Program with Luis Miranda, DHS’ Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Communications (08:10). Plus, we look at Florida’s chartered flights from Israel with the Miami Herald’s Ana Ceballos (24:02). And later, an update on how school districts are navigating book reviews (37:16).

The state of Florida settles a lawsuit over COVID infection information that it fought for two years, voting in the 20-24 election will begin in about a year and there are new laws that may change how you cast your ballot (19:14), and it has been five years since Hurricane Michael smashed into parts of the panhandle (37:13).

Florida schools have removed more books from public school libraries than any other state. Plus, a Florida Republican leads the charge to bring down the Republican U.S. Speaker of the House (19:11). Wandering bears, a livestream of eagles and hazy skies from wildfires: we present some wildlife stories throughout the state (37:11).

This week on The Florida Roundup, we take a look back at Hurricane Ian one year later with reporting from Florida Public Radio member stations (01:05). Plus, we look at what the state’s minimum wage increase with FIU’s Dr. Maria Ilcheva (22:21) and then WUSF’s Gabriella Paul (30:18). And later, fact-checking Florida claims in the latest GOP Debate with PolitiFact’s Samantha Putterman (37:54).