Morning news brief

NPR | By A Martínez,

Michel Martin

Published July 23, 2026 at 4:47 AM EDT

Trump administration signs nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, Trump ramps up aggression against Iran despite declining support, House passes Pentagon funding bill.

More from WGCU

Arts & Culture

Belle Theatre's 'Carrie: The Musical' one of most complex psychological thrillers ever staged

Tom Hall, Andrea Melendez

There’s a temptation to lump “Carrie” with musicals like “Heathers” and “Mean Girls” - another sad story about teenage peer pressure, pecking orders and the desire to fit in. Truth is, “Carrie” is one of the most complex psychological thrillers to ever see the stage.
Environment

Everglades NP feeds 2026 python hunt with winners for most snakes caught, longest snake

Tom Bayles

Nearly 300 Burmese pythons were removed from the Florida Everglades during the annual Florida Python Challenge.
Human Interest

Lee County ranked second in Florida for recycling performance

Jorge Murillo

Lee County residents and businesses recycled enough material last year to fill 1,000 Olympic-sized swimming pools.

Accessibility Note

Morning news brief

Local News, Right Sized for Your Morning