The U.S. House has narrowly approved a proposal to take back $1.1 billion in federal funding for public media in Central Florida and across the nation.

Central Florida Public Media recently brought 612 community members together to amplify local artists at its annual Tiny Desk Contest Showcase. The event featured four local acts and was filled with creativity, connection and live music that celebrated the unique voices of our region.

The White House has asked Congress to rescind previously approved federal funding for public media. Central Florida Public Media President Judith Smelser explains the local consequences of this action.

Among the most prestigious broadcast journalism awards in the United States, the Murrow awards recognize broadcast journalism excellence produced in local and national newsrooms across the United States.

Central Florida Public Media President Judith Smelser shares what’s at stake with an expected proposal to rescind federal funding for public media and outlines what you can do to help.

The eight awards for work produced in 2024 include three first place awards.

With public media in the national spotlight, Central Florida Public Media shares some reminders and clarifications about its unique service to our community.

Central Florida Public Media is pleased to welcome new Board leadership and six new trustees for 2025.

2024 was a year of significant growth for Central Florida Public Media’s community involvement and engagement efforts. Immersive experiences like Engage in the Community, Tiny Desk Contest Central Florida Showcase and Building Bridges Together: One Small Step at a Time invited the community into the organization’s journalism in new and innovative ways.

Central Florida Public Media is launching a “Did You Know” campaign to explain key facts about its journalism and editorial principles as well as its funding and local governance models.

Central Florida Public Media President and General Manager Judith Smelser will be named one of ONYX Magazine’s 2025 Women on the Move for her leadership in Central Florida’s journalism community. The 10th annual ONYX Magazine Women on the Move event will be held during Women’s History Month.

Central Florida Public Media is part of a national project with NPR and nine other public media organizations across the United States exploring how AI technology can help journalists foster meaningful conversations across deep divides.