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St. Lucie County has created Zones to facilitate the removal of debris following last weeks devastating tornadoes and flooding.
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The program can help people who lost full or part of their roof in Hurricane Milton.
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The tornado that killed six people in St. Lucie County lasted an agonizing 31 minutes. Another traveled about 70 miles after it appeared near Clewiston. “These are midwest-style tornadoes in South Florida," said one hurricane specialist.
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The first significant front of the season sweeps through Florida this week, bringing stable weather that will be good for recovery efforts.
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Still, some neighborhoods remained without power Monday, and neighborhoods with many severely damaged homes and business will take longer to recover.
In Focus - with IRSC Public Media
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We'll look at actions taken in Tallahassee this week and how they effect the Treasure Coast.
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As the Trump administration doubles down on immigration enforcement, immigrants in South Florida are fearful of arrest and deportation. In response, immigrant advocates are helping immigrants understand their rights.
RiverTalk from Indian River State College
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Fort Pierce, FL (April 23, 2025) - Indian River State College will receive $4 million through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund to develop the Institute for Industrial Manufacturing and Production Training. Kathleen Walter Speaks with President Timothy Moore and Natalia Chekhovskaya, Executive Director of Advanced Manufacturing, PI and Director of the Center for Laser and Fiber Optics Education, about the grant and programs that will be offered.
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Kathleen Walter spotlights the scientific Endeavors happening right here in our community at the Spring 2025 Undergraduate Research Symposium hosted by the School of Science at the colleges William and Helen Thomas STEM Center.
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Indian River State College announced the launch of its comprehensive brand evolution, including the introduction of its new moniker, "The River." Kathleen Walter speaks with Jenna Bluedorm about how this strategic rebranding initiative represents a transformative milestone that aligns the College's public image with the exceptional educational experience it delivers while honoring its deep-rooted connection to the waterways that have shaped the region's identity and future.
From The NPR Newsroom
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Former Vice President Mike Pence has been awarded the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award for certifying the 2020 presidential election after rioters attacked the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
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Marco Rubio serving as both Secretary of State and national security adviser could be "ultimately disadvantageous" to President Trump, says former adviser John Bolton.
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President Trump appeared on "Meet the Press with Kristen Welker" and was asked about the due process rights of immigrants. When asked if a he needs to uphold the Constitution, he said, "I don't know."
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For decades the NIH has led a public health campaign credited with saving thousands of babies from dying in their sleep. The administration's cuts come as sleep-related infant deaths have been rising.
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Trump says "I don't know" when asked whether he needs to uphold Constitution, Israel plans to limit way food aid distributed in Gaza, Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial begins.
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'It's a full circle moment,' Oscar-winner costume designer Ruth E. Carter reclaims history at the 2025 Met Gala.
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NPR speaks with Ilya Somin, a lawyer who has teamed up with the Liberty Justice Center, to challenge Trump's tariffs in court. He claims Trump's trade decisions overstep his constitutional authority.
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Police in Brazil say they foiled a bomb plot targeting Lady Gaga's free weekend concert in Rio de Janeiro that was attended by more than 2 million people, according to organizers.
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Starting Wednesday, the rules for flying within the U.S. will change as REAL ID rolls out. NPR's A Martinez speaks with travel editor Clint Henderson of The Points Guy to bring us up to speed on it.
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Mother's Day is coming next weekend. "Morning Edition" hears from listeners about their most memorable Mother's Day gifts.
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