Greg Allen

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In Florida, an invasive snail is helping save an endangered bird

Tuesday, March 14, 2023

The population of an endangered bird, the Everglade snail kite, has rebounded recently. Scientists it's all thanks to an invasive snail that has provided kites with a new abundant food source.

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Eyeing a run for president, Ron DeSantis wants to 'Make America Florida'

Monday, March 06, 2023

Florida Gov. DeSantis' pugnacious approach to issues involving race, sexual orientation and public health has pushed him to the front of the race for the Republican presidential nomination.

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Lawmakers in Florida move to end Disney's special self-governing status

Thursday, February 09, 2023

Florida Republicans are advancing legislation that could end Disney World's special status following a spat with the company over its criticism of the so-called "Don't Say Gay" law.

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Antarctic cruises are gaining popularity, though 4 Americans recently died on them

Wednesday, February 08, 2023

The Coast Guard and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the deaths of four Americans during cruises to Antarctica. (Story first aired on All Things Considered on Feb. 6, 2023.)

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Antarctic cruises are rising in popularity, though 4 Americans recently died on them

Monday, February 06, 2023

The U.S. Coast Guard and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the deaths of four Americans on cruises to Antarctica, highlighting the perils of these increasingly popular cruises.

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Encore: Gov. DeSantis is now looking to overhaul Florida's colleges and universities

Wednesday, February 01, 2023

Board members appointed by Gov. DeSantis unveiled plans to reshape the New College of Florida. DeSantis wants to ban diversity, equity and inclusion programs and limit tenure for professors.

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Fla. Gov. DeSantis is now looking to overhaul the state's colleges and universities

Wednesday, February 01, 2023

Board members appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled plans to reshape the New College of Florida. DeSantis wants to ban diversity, equity and inclusion programs and limit tenure for professors.

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DeSantis faces criticism for Florida's ban on African American studies AP course

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Black leaders are protesting Florida's decision to ban an AP course on African American studies. Governor Ron DeSantis is facing harsh and continued criticism about the move.

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Gov. DeSantis targets 'trendy ideologies' at Florida universities

Friday, January 13, 2023

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says he wants to rein in "trendy ideologies" at state universities. His recent appointment of conservative educational activists to a university board has sparked outrage.

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New U.S. border plan may lead more Cubans to attempt the risky journey by sea

Friday, January 06, 2023

Authorities in the Florida Keys are struggling to respond to a surge in migrants landing in boats from Haiti and Cuba. The largest numbers are from Cuba where economic conditions are desperate.

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Florida Gov. DeSantis is sworn in for his second term

Tuesday, January 03, 2023

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is being sworn in for a second term on Tuesday. He's expected to give clues about his upcoming legislative agenda — and also hints about whether he'll run for president.

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Encore: Gov. Ron DeSantis may be in the middle of a stealth campaign

Friday, December 16, 2022

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis isn't talking about running for the Republican presidential nomination. But his fundraising and upcoming book release may be part of a stealth campaign.

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These could be some of the reasons DeSantis hasn't announced a presidential run (yet)

Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis won't discuss a possible run for the GOP presidential nomination, but his fundraising and upcoming book release likely represent a stealth campaign.

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Here is what scientists are doing to save Florida's coral reef before it's too late

Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Florida's barrier reef has lost 95% of its coral over the last half-century. Researchers, activists and government agencies are working to restore the reefs and ensure their long-term survival.

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Miami-Dade County, stuck in a 19-year contract with FTX, seeks to rename its arena

Thursday, November 24, 2022

The county, which owns the arena where the Miami Heat play, wants a bankruptcy judge to let it end its $135 million contract with the failed cryptocurrency company so it can find a new sponsor.

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Miami-Dade County asks to end a naming rights deal with FTX

Thursday, November 24, 2022

Miami-Dade County is asking a federal bankruptcy court to allow it to end a naming rights deal with FTX. The county wants out of the $135 million sponsorship with the failing cryptocurrency exchange.

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Hurricane Nicole makes landfall in Florida, raising concerns about climate change

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Hurricane Nicole made landfall in Florida, which is rare in November, raising concerns about climate change. After downing trees and causing flooding, the storm is headed north.

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After reaching Florida's east coast, Nicole weakens to a tropical storm

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Nicole made landfall early Thursday morning south of Vero Beach with 75 mile per hour winds. Parts of Florida, Georgia and South Carolina are expected to have tropical storm conditions.

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Nicole is thrashing the Bahamas and is forecast to strike Florida

Wednesday, November 09, 2022

Florida's Atlantic coast is preparing for a rare November hurricane. Tropical Storm Nicole is expected to be at or near hurricane strength when it comes ashore as soon as Thursday.

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DeSantis' sweeping victory in Florida sets up a potential rivalry with Trump

Tuesday, November 08, 2022

DeSantis' win over Democrat Charlie Crist gives him a second term and a national platform as he eyes a potential run for the 2024 Republican Presidential nomination.

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