June 3, 2026
Tuesday's primary elections offered one of the clearest previews yet of the 2026 midterm landscape. In Iowa, Republican voters rejected Trump-backed Congressman Randy Feenstra in the governor's race, handing businessman Zach Lahn a surprising victory and delivering one of the former president's rare endorsement defeats this cycle.
May 14, 2026
The Republican Party is entering a new phase — and one question is starting to dominate the conversation: what comes after Donald Trump? As the so-called “invisible primary” begins to take shape, two names are emerging as potential leaders of the GOP’s future: Senator Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance.
May 8, 2026
President Trump may not be on the ballot in 2026 — but his influence is already shaping the outcome of key races across the country. From Indiana to Texas to Florida, Trump-backed candidates are winning primaries, redrawing political alliances, and playing a major role in the fight over redistricting — the process that determines how congressional and state legislative maps are drawn.
April 24, 2026
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer has resigned, marking the third Cabinet-level departure in a short period during President Donald Trump’s second term. In this video, we break down what led to her resignation, including an ongoing inspector general investigation, and how it fits into a broader pattern of recent Cabinet changes.
April 20, 2026
Police have identified the man accused of shooting and killing eight children — seven of them his own — in a Shreveport, Louisiana neighborhood on Sunday, in one of the nation’s deadliest mass shootings in recent years. Louisiana State Police said the suspect was pronounced dead after a pursuit initiated at the request of the Shreveport Police Department.
April 16, 2026
The fighting between the U.S. and Iran may be paused — but the situation is far from over. In Part 3 of our series, we break down the latest developments, including the U.S. naval blockade targeting Iranian ports and why it matters far beyond the Middle East. This isn’t just about military strategy. It’s about how global events are already impacting your daily life — from gas prices and groceries to travel costs and the broader economy.
March 26, 2026
The SAVE Act (Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility Act) is sparking a nationwide debate over voter ID requirements and election security. With the 2026 midterm elections approaching, the outcome of this legislation could play a major role in shaping voting access across the country.
March 19, 2026
Three senior Iranian leaders are dead — and the situation is rapidly escalating. Iran has confirmed targeted strikes killed top officials, while the country faces a leadership crisis, internet blackouts, and growing civilian casualties. At the same time, U.S. forces are taking losses, and global tensions are rising.
March 11, 2026
After decades of hostility, the United States and Iran are now in open conflict. Operation Epic Fury marked the most significant U.S. military action in the Middle East since the Iraq War. The campaign has already resulted in the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, retaliatory missile strikes across the region, rising oil prices, and global airspace disruptions.
Februrary 19, 2026
Nancy Guthrie has now been missing from her Tucson, Arizona home for more than 18 days — and investigators say new evidence could be key to understanding what happened.
Feburary 12, 2026
At 1:47 a.m., Nancy Guthrie’s doorbell camera went dark. Forty minutes later, her pacemaker disconnected. By noon, her family realized something was wrong. Blood was discovered on her porch. Ransom notes demanding millions in bitcoin began arriving at media outlets. Then, newly recovered footage revealed a shadowy figure approaching her home — attempting to cover the camera before walking away. Nancy Guthrie, 84, has been missing since February 1st.
January 28, 2026
Minnesota has become one of the biggest domestic flashpoints of the year after two fatal shootings involving federal immigration officers in Minneapolis. The deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good have sparked nationwide protests, political backlash, and rare public criticism from current and former leaders.
January 15, 2026
Minnesota is facing one of the largest alleged fraud scandals in U.S. history — with federal prosecutors estimating up to $9 billion stolen from welfare and social service programs. What began as fraud investigations into childcare, food assistance, housing, and Medicaid has now escalated into a full-scale confrontation between state leaders and the federal government.
January 8, 2026
A deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis has sparked a fierce political divide. Federal officials and Republican leaders say an ICE officer acted in self-defense, while Minnesota Democrats call the shooting unnecessary and based on misinformation.
Jan 2, 2026
With the 2026 midterms approaching, a wave of congressional departures is reshaping the political landscape on Capitol Hill. Members from both parties are announcing retirements, resignations, and bids for higher office — developments that could play a pivotal role in determining which party controls the U.S. House next year.
September 16, 2025
FBI Director Kash Patel got into a war of words with several Democrats during his Senate oversight hearing on Tuesday as he fought against accusations that he has politicized the agency, pursued retribution against perceived adversaries of the Trump administration, and faced questions about his handling of Charlie Kirk's death investigation.
December 13, 2025
A complete summary of The National News Desk's coverage of the Venezuela conflict up to this point.
Feb 3, 2023
College Television Award Nominated Episode
WUFT News is a live, student produced broadcast and PBS-affiliate stationed at the University of Florida. Student anchor Ophelie Jacobson is the lead anchor of this network’s episode. The episode showcases local news featuring public safety concerns, human right violations, student affairs and national coverage. Student reporter Camila Pereira introduces a package about a vigil held for Alachua County inmate Marcus Goodman. The episode’s weather forecast is led by student forecaster Shawn Humphrey. Student sports reporter Gabriela Vitale covers local high-school, college and professional sports. National news covered in this episode featured stories regarding an influx of national jobs added to the labor market, a CDC recall on bacteria-contaminated eye drops and discussing the state of national law enforcement following the death of Tyre Nichols.
Mar 9, 2023
WUFT News is a live, student produced broadcast and PBS-affiliate stationed at the University of Florida. Student anchors Francis Kapper and Fareeha Abrar are the lead anchors of this network’s episode.
Mar 31, 2023
WUFT News is a live, student produced broadcast and PBS-affiliate stationed at the University of Florida. Student anchors Ophelie Jacobson and Fareeha Abrar are the lead anchors of this network’s episode.