An Okaloosa County deputy sheriff has been relieved of duty and is formally charged in connection with the shooting death of a North Florida airman back in May.
Democrats across Florida are showing their support for Vice President Kamala Harris. She accepted the Democratic presidential nomination Thursday, becoming the first woman of color to ever do so. Adrian Andrews sat in a Democratic watch party to grab Democrats reaction to the historic moment.
Several political watchers and opinion writers have been panning Governor Ron DeSantis’ political performance during Tuesday’s primary election. Tristan Wood spoke with one of DeSantis’ critics.
(ANCHOR TAG) That was Tristan Wood, speaking with USA Today Network Columnist Nate Monroe.
Voter turnout in Florida for the primary election was the lowest it’s been in at least a decade. Any interest in the presidential race did not translate into more voters casting ballots in local and state elections this week. WLRN’s Tom Hudson and Christine DiMattei take a look at the numbers.
Getting an abortion can cost hundreds, if not thousands of dollars -- especially if the patient has to travel to get the procedure. There are groups that can help pay for one. But demand for their assistance has soared since Florida's six-week abortion ban started in May.Advocates tell WUSF's Stephanie Colombini they need more money. She spent the day with one of them to learn more.
The Olympics were by many accounts a hit, but the 2024 Paris games aren’t over yet. The Paralympics start next week (Wed. Aug 28) and former Florida State University swimmer Christie Raleigh Crossley will be among the competitors. Regan McCarthy spoke with the athlete who says her business card reads CRC—world champion.
(ANCHOR TAG) That was Paralympian Christie Raleigh Crosley speaking with reporter Regan McCarthy. You can hear more of their interview on WFSU’s new show Speaking Of!