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Local homelessness organizations cite housing costs, limited supply as key factors behind increase -
Meeting in Vero Beach will gather input on rule updates affecting boating speeds and access -
Fort Pierce board to consider updated timeline as developer seeks to stay on track for 2028 completion -
Florida League of Cities recognizes four city leaders for efforts during 2026 session -
Residents invited to review coastal changes, restoration efforts and future strategies
In Focus - with IRSC Public Media
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On this week's episode of In Focus, we sit down with Robyn Orzel and Robyn Thompson with the Senior Resource Association, a local non profit dedicated to giving seniors a chance to age with grace and guide them to a newfound sense of independence. The group offers a wide array of programs to help seniors with their health, social life, and more.Join them on April 23 for their senior expo, a free event offering tons of information for both seniors and their friends and family. -
This week on In Focus, we are joined first joined by Sharon Stanish of the Fort Pierce Woman's Club, a local non-profit that unifies women to give back to the community and address their needs. Together we talk about the work the group does, including feeding the hungry and assisting other non-profits, and how they participate in upcoming events.Later on, we are joined by Michelle Backus with the Port St. Lucie Businesswomen, a group which seeks to connect business-minded women with each other. Together, we talk about their upcoming charity fashion show on April 25, which the proceeds of go towards scholarships for women in the community.
RiverTalk from Indian River State College
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April is Florida College System Month -
Dr. Michael Hageloh, Executive Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, talks with Howard Matzner about current initiatives at Indian River State College.
From The NPR Newsroom
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The ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran ends Tuesday. President Trump says a U.S. delegation is going to Pakistan for talks, but Iran hasn't confirmed their attendance.
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with gun violence expert and emergency physician Dr. Megan Ranney about the mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana.
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Tierney L. Cross/Bloomberg via Getty ImagesPresident Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve goes before a Senate committee today — but Kevin Warsh's confirmation could be held up by forces that are outside his control. -
As U.S.-Iran ceasefire comes to an end, talks to extend the agreement remain unclear, Trump's labor secretary resigns, Fed chair nominee goes before a Senate committee.
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The Netflix hit "Beef," has returned for a second season, this time, with a whole new cast of characters who don't know when to give up the fight. NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with creator Lee Sung Jin.
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A major concern for the Make America Healthy Again movement is the harmful effects of chemicals and toxins, but the coalition is growing increasingly frustrated by the Trump administration's actions.
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Japan endorsed scrapping a ban on lethal weapons exports, a significant change of its postwar pacifist policy, as the country seeks to build up its arms industry.
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What could monetary policy look like under Kevin Warsh if he is confirmed as the next Fed chair? NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with economist Glenn Hubbard.
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Tim Cook says he'll step down as Apple's CEO in September, becoming the company's executive chairman. He will be replaced by John Ternus, Apple's senior vice president of hardware engineering.
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A U.S. blockade and conflict in the Strait of Hormuz have stranded Gulf aluminum shipments and driven prices to a four-year high, exposing global supply vulnerabilities and deepening trade strain.
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