NewsNight

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.