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Florida This Week Season 2026 Episode 19 | 27m 16sVideo has Closed Captions | CC Why has Florida's unemployment rate risen above the national average? | The tense budget special session threatening a government shutdown | Hurricane funds diverted for immigration enforcement | The potential closure of "Alligator Alcatraz" 05/15/2026 Problems playing video? | Closed Captioning Feedback Report a Problem Before you submit an error, please consult our Video Help page.

1/9/2026 | 27m 45sVideo has Closed Captions | CC Samantha tours the world tasting chocolate, curry wurst, tomato pie, pasta, coffee, and wine. Samantha samples global treats: sustainable cacao chocolate in Costa Rica, Berlin’s iconic curry wurst, North Carolina’s beloved tomato pie, Melbourne’s classic pasta and espresso, New Orleans’ custom coffee blends, Rothenburg’s powdered “snowball” pastry, and Michigan’s cherry ice wine once served at a White House state dinner.

About This Episode More Episodes Transcript You Might Also Like Florida This Week Season 2025 Episode 37 | 26m 51sVideo has Closed Captions | CC The 2025 Florida Legislative session produced several important changes in the field of mental health, including a measure to divert people with serious mental illnesses away from the criminal justice system toward treatment.

AMNA NAWAZ: Today, in the U.N. Security Council, the U.S. said that famine has -- quote - - "likely descended in Sudan" and warned that indiscriminate attacks in the capital of Sudan's North Darfur region must stop. El Fasher was home to more than 800,000 internally displaced people before it came under siege by rebel paramilitaries. Already, Sudan was home to the world's largest displacement and hunger crises. And, as Nick Schifrin reports, El Fasher has become a symbol of the country's suffering.

In June, we honor the LGBTQIA community by celebrating Pride Month. On June 28, 1969, the Stonewall riots began and marked a turning point in the LGBTQIA movement. When a group at the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in New York City, was being harassed by police officers, the community rose against it. Stonewall Inn patrons took a stand against police brutality and injustice. The riot inspired six-days of demonstrations to protest the discrimination of gay and lesbian communities.

GEOFF BENNETT: Good evening. I'm Geoff Bennett. AMNA NAWAZ: And I'm Amna Nawaz. On the "NewsHour" tonight: Former President Donald## Trump is found guilty on all counts# in his criminal hush money trial. DONALD TRUMP, Former President of#the United States (R) ... will keep fighting. We will fight# until the end. And we will win. GEOFF BENNETT: President Biden gives Ukraine# permission to fire U.S. weapons into Russia.

The month of May celebrates Jewish American Heritage Month as an annual recognition of American Jews' achievements and contributions to the United States of America. In April of 2006, President George Bush became the first United States President to dedicate the full month of May as a time to reflect and learn about the unique history and impact of Jewish Americans.

Bite by Bite: Sustainable Eats explores the vital connection between food, agriculture, and the environment. From sustainable seafood to plant-based diets to reducing food waste, host Dalia Colón talks about food, naturally. Learn how everyday decisions can impact our planet while fostering hope and action. New episodes will be released on Wednesdays @ 12:00 PM from April 24 through June 12, 2024.

March is Women's History Month, and we want to commemorate and acknowledge the many achievements of women in our nation. The successes and innovations brought forth by women in our society have revolutionized and advanced our country in astronomical ways. From Science and Innovation to Business and Philanthropy to arts and creativity, women have paved the way for new ideas and inspirations. Join WEDU PBS as we celebrate women today and every day.

Greater St. Petersburg is part of a groundbreaking digital docuseries from WEDU PBS exploring the captivating stories in our own backyards. Through intimate and immersive stories, Greater St. Petersburg will celebrate the power of local community with timely, impactful storytelling that highlights the best of our region and creates digital neighborhoods to keep us connected.