On tonight’s program: Local elected people and public policy wonks seem to agree….Florida’s Amendment Three will decapitate city and county services; Everyone’s talking about the aforementioned Amendment Three. But there’s also an Amendment Two on the ballot. It also involves taxes, but for farmers; Florida voters will also be casting ballots on healthcare affordability in the upcoming election. It’s a matter of critical importance to most people; Florida local governments can no longer support things the state considers violations of the anti-DEI laws. That’s sent more than a few folks looking for other employment; And the aftermath of Hurricane Isaias is still a concern for small business owners in the storm’s path.

On tonight’s program: With just over a month and a half to go in the season, this year’s first hurricane closes in on Northwest Florida; After Hurricane Michael’s devastation in 2018, residents of one Florida beach town are taking storms a lot more serious than they used to; The back and forth battle over Amendment Three ramps up as election day approaches; Voters in some Florida counties are facing both up and down property tax measures on next month’s ballot; Another reason to hate mosquitoes? They’re spreading Dengue Fever in Florida; A former Florida surgeon general warns against the current anti-vaccine policies in the state’s Department of Health; And Florida’s Alligator Alcatraz wasn’t “officially” a part of the federal government’s immigration enforcement effort. But there sure was a lot of taxpayer money used to pay for the detention center.

On tonight’s program: ICE agents target a Tallahassee food truck. And the community responds; It seems immigration enforcers in Florida are also after undocumented students’ Even as detention and deportation rates ramp up in Florida, at least one group of immigrants is determined to chart a better course for themselves; Florida’s Republican nominee for governor visits Florida A&M University and receives less than an enthusiastic welcome; Despite much public outcry, Florida has scheduled another black bear hunt. In fact, it’s already underway on private lands; And we’re heading into the flu season. And this year there’s a new vaccine that’s more effective than its predecessors.

On tonight’s program: Why are political debates suddenly falling out of favor? That would seen to be counterintuitive..; Florida’s already relaxed campaign laws just got a bit more relaxed; The state’s minimum wage is due for another increase come Oct. 1; The unrelenting culture war has demonized the nation’s immigrant community to a segment of the population already disposed to hear that message; Wonder of wonders! As long as anyone can remember, Florida had already experienced at least one hurricane by this time of the year. But THIS year? Nada….zero….zilch…..at least, so far; And those suffering from an especially virulent form of cancer continue their struggle to maintain a good quality of life despite the disease.

On tonight’s program: Local, state and federal candidates aren’t the only items on November’s Florida ballot. There are some pretty important and controversial constitutional amendments as well; Of all the amendments on the ballot, it’s the one about property tax reduction that’s drawing the most attention; President Trump may be against AI regulations, but it seems Governor DeSantis is taking a different tack. At the same time, Florida is moving to restrict the use of AI in public schools, along with state colleges; Alligator Alcatraz may be closed, but its grim reality continues to emerge; Florida’s jobless rate dropped slightly in August; And mental health therapy can take many forms….medication, counseling sessions and – believe it or not – board games.

On tonight’s program: On this 25th anniversary of a day that forever changed America, we’ll hear from some New York City first responders; A lady who lived just six blocks from the Twin Towers shares her thoughts on the tragedy; A journalism professor who experienced the 9/11 catastrophe firsthand explains how the event changed the news business; And changing climate, plus invasive competitors, are putting Florida’s Tupelo trees – and the treasured honey they make possible – in mortal danger.

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NPR's Juana Summers talks with Lindsay Jones of The Ringer about Jalen Hurts, quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles. After his blood clot diagnosis, there are questions about how he's being treated.

Dirt bike riding has been a part of Baltimore's Black culture for decades. But it creates tensions between riders, residents and the police. In Baltimore, one group is looking for common ground.

Everyday consumers aren’t the only ones contending with rising borrowing costs. Corporations are also subject to those fluctuations — but the rates don’t rise equally across the board. In this episode, why companies with the corporate equivalent of low credit scores are seeing extra-high borrowing costs right now. Also in this episode: Rising crude oil prices spell trouble for sustained inflation, P&G raises sales with “innovation-based pricing,” and independent mechanics struggle to repair newer tech-integrated cars.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories in today’s episode:How rising crude oil prices could impact the U.S. and global economy"Innovation-based pricing": new versions of old products at higher pricesRising rates are stressing out the riskiest companiesThis CPA quit, then did one fun thing every day of her job huntHas the recipe for Reese's changed? It depends on how you define 'change'Independent garages juggle mechanic shortage and computerized autos

In Crook County, Oregon, just east of the Cascade mountains, data centers sprawl across the high desert landscape. The area fell into economic decline during the Great Recession and some residents welcomed investment by Meta and Apple in the form of massive data center complexes. But 15 years on, was it worth it? In this episode, what happens when data centers come to town. Plus, mergers and spinoffs: Abbott plans to turn its baby formula operation into a standalone company, and Elon Musk explores a plan to combine Tesla and SpaceX.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories in today’s episode:Data centers boosted one Oregon town's economy, but some residents have had enoughAbbott Laboratories announces a baby formula spinoff companyElon Musk wants to merge SpaceX and TeslaIf “demographics are destiny,” what’s in store for the U.S. economy?

On Tuesday morning, lenders like KeyCorp, Mercantile Bank, and Atlantic Union Bank turned in their earnings reports. Those types of regional banks make plenty of loans, especially to midsize companies. In this episode, we look at how they might start getting pickier if rates increase. Also, we’ll look at retailers fighting to offer value to customers, how AI is being used in publishing, Magic: The Gathering driving growth at Hasbro, a wild game processing company, and the booming horror industry.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories in today’s episode:Midsize lenders thrived in the third quarter. Can it last?Walmart is offering a new membership bundle in fight for valueAI (still) has the publishing industry in a tizzyMagic: The Gathering is driving growth at HasbroHunters have to hunt for a place to turn wild game into foodHorror is good business — not just during Halloween

Inflation is affecting all of us. But when costs go up, lower-income households are especially vulnerable to credit creep — that’s when consumers use credit for more and more transactions. One survey found 29% of buy now, pay later users took out the loans to pay for groceries, double the percentage from just a couple of years ago. Also in this episode: What might happen to the labor market if Fed raises interest rates, how immigration crackdowns are tied to a 14-year homebuilder confidence low, and why political candidates are competing for AI attention.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories in today’s episode:What will happen to the job market if the Fed raises interest rates?Struggling consumers are increasingly turning to high-cost credit for basic needsThis farmer was promised a $20,000 grant to go solar. USDA changed the rulesHow immigration crackdowns are tightening the construction labor marketCandidates campaign for AI attentionHome-based coffee shops provide unique perks for owners and customers

India’s economy, from one perspective, has a huge leg up on the U.S.: Its workforce is young and growing. “Marketplace” host Kai Ryssdal visited Mumbai to learn what that growth looks like on the ground. In this episode, Kai and ADP Chief Economist Nela Richardson visit a Mumbai-based healthcare startup that’s using AI to detect disesases early. They also reflect on the trip as a whole. Plus: Farmers face down high fertilizer prices and we break down the week’s inflation data. Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories in today’s episode:If inflation persists, what comes next?Farmers face high fertilizer prices — with no end in sightInside a global AI company built in rapidly-growing India