Florida
Scott’s $368 Million In Vetoes Spans Statewide
As Governor Rick Scott signed the state’s $74.1 billion spending plan on Monday, he also used his veto power on a total of $368 million in spending projects.
Florida Crime Rate Down, Yet Murder Up
Crime in Florida dropped 6.5-percent in 2012 from 2011, with violent crimes overall down 4.3 percent, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement’s annual Uniform Crime Report released Thursday.
‘Turkey’ List Part Of Intense Lobbying On Fla. Budget
With speculation mounting that Gov. Rick Scott could sign the Legislature’s proposed $74.5 billion budget as early as Friday, a research organization released its annual list of “turkeys” that it said the governor should consider striking with his line-item veto.
Visit Florida Reports Record Quarter For Travel
Florida’s tourism-marketing arm is reporting the highest-ever single quarter for visitors to the Sunshine State.
Florida’s Crime Rate Lowest In 42 Years
Crime rate is down in the Sunshine State, making 2012 the year with the lowest number of thefts, robberies and burglaries on record.
Florida Tourism Sees Boom In First Quarter
In just three months, 26 million people have visited the Sunshine State, making the first quarter of 2013′s tourism record-breaking.
No Big Winners For Mega Money Game
Folks hoping to win big in last night’s Mega Money game didn’t get so lucky, but they should hope for better luck next time as the next jackpot will be worth $2 million.
Crist Supports Allowing Same-Sex Marriage
Amid speculation he will run as a Democrat for his old job, former Republican Gov. Charlie Crist on Wednesday said he supports allowing same-sex marriage.
Florida Hispanics Voted At A High Rate In 2012 Election
In Florida, during the 2012 presidential elections, more Hispanics showed up to vote than other states with large Latino populations.
Some Medicaid Changes Approved
Florida lawmakers approved a bill Friday that would, over time, change the system of billing counties for Medicaid.
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Shopping Around South Florida
Best Shopping Centers & Malls
From Sawgrass Mills to the Falls, these are your best bets for malls.
Best South Florida Thrift Stores
Malls too expensive? Check out the bargains and be thrifty.
