Public libraries are an essential aspect of America’s social safety net, yet their patrons are predominantly white, wealthy and urban. For libraries to have their intended benefits, a program giving…

The big story: The Florida Legislature’s years-long push to add restrictions to school library books hit a bump in 2025, when the Senate rejected a measure to delete consideration of “literary merit” ...

Keeping honey bee hives will not help the 3,600 bee species native to North America. In fact, it might do the opposite. The best solution to bee declines is to address underlying causes like habitat l...

Our springs need your help! Use your voice to speak up for Florida springs, conservation lands and wildlife. The Florida Springs Council makes it easy to contact lawmakers with pre-written emails. Pro...

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to meet with the CEOs of America's largest corporations on Tuesday, amidst growing economic concerns and a recent slump in stock values.

Amid discussion of changes to the Medicaid program, most of the public say that Medicaid is important to their local communities. About two in ten favor cuts to Medicaid spending. Support for Medicaid...

Older Americans continue to raise concerns about payments, customer service

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Scientists and other experts: Add your name to this open letter calling on Congress and the Trump administration to ensure that NOAA and its sub-agencies remain fully funded and staffed, and that the ...