Hurricane Melissa Devastates the Caribbean; Florida CFO Alleges $302M Overspending; Halloween Deals and Top Florida Festivities

BEST OF - The government shutdown reaches day 31, with SNAP benefits ending and air traffic controllers missing another paycheck. Our National Correspondent Rory O'Neill joins us with the latest and breaks down Halloween by the numbers. Google Trends Expert Isabelle Resnick shares this year’s top Halloween searches, while Florida earns the title of America’s most haunted state. Plus, President Trump announces new trade and technology deals with China involving soybeans and TikTok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GOP Strategist Pete Guidarelli breaks down the latest on the government shutdown, explaining why Democrats may be under growing pressure to reach a deal — and what both sides risk as the standoff continues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TOP STORIES - The death toll rises as Hurricane Melissa leaves widespread destruction across Jamaica, Haiti, and Cuba. Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia accuses Miami-Dade County of overspending more than $302 million, while State Farm announces rate cuts for Florida drivers. Plus, three Florida cities earn top spots for Halloween celebrations — and we share this year’s best Halloween discounts and freebies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feeding Tampa Bay President & CEO Thomas Mantz explains how the ongoing government shutdown is affecting local families, from food insecurity to community resources stretched thin — and shares how you can help support their mission during this critical time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TRENDING - Kamala Harris shocks Jon Stewart by calling President Biden “competent” to serve another term, King Charles delivers a stern blow to Prince Andrew by stripping his remaining royal titles, and Whoopi Goldberg surprises viewers with plans for Marjorie Taylor Greene’s upcoming appearance on The View. Plus, a police officer goes viral after showing up to virtual court without pants.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BEST OF - National Correspondent Rory O’Neill reports on the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa and explains what the Federal Reserve’s new interest rate cut means for your wallet. White House Correspondent Jon Decker recaps President Trump’s meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, plus the latest on the government shutdown and how much Americans are spending on Halloween this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Executive Director of The Sandals Foundation, Heidi Clarke, joins the show with a firsthand account of the devastation Hurricane Melissa left behind in Jamaica. She details the relief mission now underway, how the Sandals Foundation is supporting affected communities, and what’s most needed as recovery efforts continue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TOP STORIES - The latest on Hurricane Melissa’s path and impact, Governor Ron DeSantis criticizes proposed property tax amendments, and a Florida driver tried to blame his mom for a “super speeder” arrest. Plus, a Hernando County man faces sex crime charges involving multiple children, the Senate once again stalls on daylight saving time reform, and a woman sues SeaWorld Orlando after a duck struck her during a roller coaster ride.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senior Editor at The Dispatch, Sarah Isgur, discusses the Supreme Court's upcoming ruling on President Trump's tariffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TRENDING - Tourists in Montego Bay share harrowing stories of riding out Hurricane Melissa as windows shattered around them. Plus, an appeals court overturns a key decision in the high-profile Take Care of Maya case, FBI Director Kash Patel is accused of using a $60 million government jet for date nights, and new billboards across Florida call for the full release of Jeffrey Epstein files.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.