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NewsNight

NewsNight is a weekly, taped 30-minute segment, featuring a team of journalists in radio, tv, newspaper, and blogs across Central Florida. The show is a weekly round-table discussion that highlights local journalism around important community topics. It is the story behind the story. The panel will break down the big story or stories of the week and discuss what and how they"ll impact the community.

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26:48

Filling Florida’s Vacant Senate and Congressional Seats

NewsNight ·

2024/11/23

This week on NewsNight, a look at the political maneuverings sparked by President-elect Donald Trump’s decision to name several lawmakers from Florida to his incoming administration. Plus, next steps following the election of Monique Worrell to the state attorney job that she was suspended from last year.

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26:48

Central Florida Voters Back Protections for Rural Land

NewsNight ·

2024/11/16

This week on NewsNight, Central Florida voters approve two amendments to the Orange County charter championed by environmental activists as a way to limit development on protected lands.

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26:47

Republicans Solidify their Hold on Power in Florida

NewsNight ·

2024/11/09

This week on NewsNight, a look at the outcome of the election in Florida as the GOP makes significant gains with Hispanic and Gen Z voters. Plus, proposed constitutional amendments on marijuana and abortion fail to gain enough support to pass.

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The Final Push for Votes in Florida Ahead of the...

NewsNight ·

2024/11/02

This week on NewsNight, a look at the final get-out-the-vote efforts by Republicans and Democrats in Central Florida as Election Day approaches, and the role of young voters in deciding the outcome. Plus, the response of Central Florida’s Puerto Rican community to off-color remarks about the island made during Donald Trump’s recent rally at Madison Square Garden.

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26:47

Access to the Polls in Florida this Election

NewsNight ·

2024/10/26

This week on NewsNight Conversations, the second of a special two-part series leading up to the election. The discussion focuses recent legislation in Florida changing some of the ways citizens can cast their votes. Plus, the panel talks about a few of the constitutional amendments on the ballot.

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26:47

The Changing Political Balance in Florida

NewsNight ·

2024/10/19

This week on NewsNight Conversations, the first of a special two-part series leading up to the election. The first discussion focuses on how Florida’s growing and diversifying population is shifting the political dynamic in the state, and the impact that might have on the outcome in November. The members of the panel also talk about what they see as the most important issues facing voters.

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26:48

Florida Deals with a Punishing Hurricane Season

NewsNight ·

2024/10/12

This week on NewsNight, a look at how local agencies in Florida prepare for major events like Hurricanes Milton and Helene, and a conversation about equity in storm recovery. Plus, ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure resiliency in Central Florida.

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26:47

Florida Communities Clean Up After Helene Flooding

NewsNight ·

2024/10/05

This week on NewsNight, as Gulf coast communities clean up after Hurricane Helene, some residents in Central Florida worry about the ability of our region’s infrastructure to deal with flooding events. Plus, a new state ban on sleeping in public places comes into effect. The panel looks at whether local governments are ready.

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26:48

Hurricane Season Reaches its Peak as Helene Hits Florida

NewsNight ·

2024/09/28

This week on NewsNight, a conversation about the science of hurricane prediction with one of the country’s top tropical weather meteorologists. Plus, as Hurricane Helene hits the state, a look at the resiliency work taking place in coastal and inland areas.

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26:48

Florida Launches Parallel Assassination Attempt Probe

NewsNight ·

2024/09/21

This week on NewsNight, Governor DeSantis announces a parallel state investigation into the apparent attempt to assassinate former President Donald Trump in Florida. Plus, Central Florida State Representative Carolina Amesty faces four felony forgery charges as she runs for reelection.

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26:48

Boeing’s Starliner Issues and the Polaris Dawn Mission

NewsNight ·

2024/09/16

This week on NewsNight, a look at the issues facing the Boeing Starliner and what they mean for future commercial crew flights from the Space Coast. Plus, the Polaris Program and its role in the future of interplanetary travel. And former President Trump throws his support behind Florida’s Amendment 3 to legalize recreational marijuana despite opposition from Governor DeSantis.

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26:47

Proposals for Florida’s State Parks Draw Criticism

NewsNight ·

2024/08/31

NewsNight examines the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Great Outdoors Initiative, including proposals for development projects in some state parks such as adding pickleball courts and hotels.

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26:47

Democrats Gather at the DNC as the Race in Florida...

NewsNight ·

2024/08/24

As Democrats gather to nominate Kamala Harris for president, campaigners in Florida say abortion will be a key issue in the election. NewsNight looks in-depth at the fight over Amendment 4 and what it might mean for the prospects of both parties amid a tightening race heading into November.

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The State of the Presidential Race in Florida |...

NewsNight ·

2024/08/17

Florida Democrats hope the Harris-Walz ticket will boost their chances in November as new numbers show Republicans with a record voter registration advantage in the Sunshine State. Plus, Central Florida’s Venezuelan community voices concerns over President Maduro’s crackdown on dissent.

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26:47

The Pulse Memorial Advisory Committee Begins its Work...

NewsNight ·

2024/08/10

NewsNight takes a detailed look at efforts to develop a permanent memorial on the site of the former Pulse nightclub, with the facilitator and a member of the Pulse Memorial Advisory Committee. Plus, Florida voters are set to decide whether school board elections should become partisan.

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Orlando Ordinance Aims to Reduce Crime Downtown |...

NewsNight ·

2024/08/03

Orlando City Commissioners will hold another public hearing in August on an ordinance aimed at improving nighttime security in downtown areas amid concerns over crime. Plus, Florida proposes new rules to implement legislation restricting children from accessing social media.

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26:47

Arts Groups Respond to Grants Veto by Governor DeSantis

NewsNight ·

2024/07/27

This week on #newsnightwucf Arts and cultural organizations in Central Florida are scrambling for alternative funding sources. It follows Governor DeSantis’ decision to veto $32 million in state grants for the arts over his concerns about “sexual” content at Fringe festivals. But critics say such festivals receive only a small fraction of the funding, and they’re urging lawmakers to override the veto. wucf.org/newsnight

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26:47

Florida at the RNC, and Reaction to the Rally...

NewsNight ·

2024/07/20

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26:47

Florida’s Hemp Industry Reacts to DeSantis Veto

NewsNight ·

2024/06/29

Hemp farmers and retailers in Florida are welcoming a decision by Governor DeSantis to veto a bill that would have banned certain hemp products such as delta-8 and imposed restrictions on others. NewsNight looks at the impact of the move and what it might mean for November’s ballot initiative on recreational marijuana.

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26:47

Development versus conservation in Central Florida

NewsNight ·

2024/06/24

Following the recent approval of a toll road extension through the Split Oak Forest, NewsNight looks at what it means for the Florida Wildlife Corridor and conservation of our state’s protected lands. Plus, the panel discusses severe flooding in South Florida following recent heavy rains.

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