Chances are, when you go to the grocery store today you'll chose plastic, and the bags will end up in the trash or littering the landscape, creating trouble for Florida's natural resources, wildlife and public infrastructure. ...more

February 27, 2010

"R U nuts?" That's a text message lawmakers might like to send drivers typing or reading text messages on cell phones while behind the wheel. ...more

January 23, 2010

"R U nuts?" That might be a text message lawmakers would like to send to distracted drivers typing or reading text messages on cell phones while behind the wheel. ...more

January 20, 2010

BRANDON Unless the skies open up soon and often, lawn lovers with a penchant for pampering their yards might soon see their pride and investments dry up. ...more

April 1, 2009

Gov. Charlie Crist, who successfully fought plans to take the manatee of the state's endangered list last year, is once again using his influence on behalf of an imperiled Florida creature. This time the softshell turtle. ...more

December 8, 2008

Miami Dade Circuit Judge Cindy Lederman ruled today that there was no rational basis for prohibiting gays from adopting children. The ruling will allow 47-year-old Martin Gill to adopt two young brothers he has cared for as foster children since 2004. ...more

November 25, 2008

Local officials are seeking divine guidance with a list of pressing matters facing this city. ...more

January 16, 2008

PLANT CITY - A report has been released on the investigation into the death of a boy during the Plant City Christmas Parade. ...more

January 11, 2008

PORT RICHEY – Young drivers and cell phone calls or text messages don't mix, a Florida lawmaker insists. ...more

November 1, 2007

Safety experts for the Food and Drug Administration urged the agency on Friday to consider an outright ban on over-the-counter, multi-symptom cough and cold medicines for children younger than 6. ...more

September 30, 2007