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Harris trolls Trump over rallies during debate; Former Walz colleagues bring education record into focus; MO veterans remember 9 11 with acts of service; Childcare, tax cuts expected focus of upcoming WV special session; AR officials consider new ways to address food deserts.

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Trump and Harris meet in their first presidential debate, Republicans risk a government shutdown over false claims of noncitizens voting, and the Justice Department issues guidelines for voter roll maintenance as right-wing challenges surge.

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Rural counties have higher traffic death rates compared to urban, factions have formed around Colorado's proposed Dolores National Monument, and a much-needed Kentucky grocery store is using a federal grant to slash future utility bills.

Trimmel Gomes

Producer

Trimmel Gomes is a veteran broadcaster with more than 15 years experience as an award-winning journalist for major news outlets including NPR and PBS, before joining Public News Service. Formerly news director of Florida Public Radio/WFSU-FM in Tallahassee, Trimmel often appears on national and statewide media. Immigrating from Guyana, he graduated from the College of Journalism and Communications at the University of Florida, he is now a member of the college advisory council and an adjunct instructor in the College of Communication & Information at Florida State University. Gomes also serves on the boards of the First Amendment Foundation, LeMoyne Center for the Visual Arts and hosts The Rotunda; a weekly public affairs podcast about the people and issues shaping Florida politics.


Languages Spoken: English

Topic Expertise: Politics, Environment

Location: Tallahasssee, FL

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Low SNAP enrollment among Virginia seniors signals calls for reforms

A new report showed more than 100,000 eligible Virginians 65 and older are not enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. With …

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FL advocates highlight philanthropy's role in supporting Black maternal health

While the United States has made strides in improving maternal care, disparities in access to quality health care persist, particularly for Black …

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Report highlights decline in youth incarceration but challenges remain

A new report revealed while the United States has made significant progress in reducing youth incarceration rates, troubling disparities still exist…

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New mental-health checklist aims to support returning Florida students

With mental health challenges on the rise among youths, school-based services have become a critical component in addressing the issues. A new …

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FL patients face uncertain future amid prescription drug program challenges

The 340B Drug Pricing Program, designed to provide discounted medications to safety-net hospitals and clinics serving low-income populations…

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Controversial FL state park development meetings postponed

In a rare unifying and bipartisan rebuke, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection has postponed tomorrow's meetings to discuss a …

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Florida’s hidden agenda: Developments in state parks spark public outcry

Many Floridians online are expressing concerns over the DeSantis administration's surprise proposal to add golf courses, pickleball courts and lodges …

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Union workers voice concerns over AT&T's 'bad faith' bargaining

AT&T customers may experience service disruptions as the worker's union, Communications Workers of America, initiates a strike to try to continue …

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Rising shark depredation threatens Florida's sportfishing industry

Florida's saltwater anglers are increasingly frustrated by sharks swooping in and taking their catch in what is known as shark depredation. The …

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Community Health Centers pursue new health care innovations

As National Health Center Week begins, community health centers across Florida are adopting innovative approaches to delivering care to improve the …

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