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Dr. Joe Sirven and his team of medical experts discuss this month's biggest health care headlines — from a new blood test for Alzheimer’s to rising cancer risks in young adults.

On tonight's program: An immigration raid in Tallahassee resulted in more than 100 people being detained. Community members are speaking out; John Thrasher, former FSU President and Speaker of the Florida House, is remembered; Some members of the FAMU community are preparing to fight against a newly electeduniversity president they worry poses a threat to their university’s mission; As Floridians continue to recover from past storms, some are turning to creative solutions; Checking our insurance policies is an important part of preparing for hurricane season, but whatshould we be checking for? And we learn about water safety, especially for children with autism.

It’s the week’s biggest headlines, from a land grab backlash to an end to “free lunch” at Duval schools.

In our monthly “House Call” with Dr. Joe Sirven, we discuss the growing difficulty in booking doctor appointments.

A new University of North Florida poll shows shifting priorities among residents and broad support for banning concealed weapons in City Hall.

A new research study confirms the presence of pollutants and pesticides in the blood of some southern Georgia residents.

It’s the week’s biggest headlines, from drama on the City Council floor and political change on the dais to the effects of NOAA cutbacks on hurricane season.

This week on The Florida Roundup, we spoke about leadership changes at Florida’s universities with Politico’s Andrew Atterbury (00:00). Then, we looked at how the U.S. House spending bill could affect Floridians with NPR’s Claudia Grisales (19:25). Plus, the latest in state budget negotiations and other legislative news with WUSF’s Douglas Soule (32:56). And later, we heard about ongoing recovery efforts from Hurricane Ian five years on (37:23) and looked at what’s behind recent state executions (42:44).

We discuss the proposed clawback of money for public media, and a lawsuit over local Confederate tributes gets another day in federal court.

Ahead of the annual observance, the educator and thought leader reflects on the evolving conversations and realities surrounding diversity and equity.