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Beach cleanup yields lighter haul in 2009

Jan 6, 2009 12:01 pm

COCOA BEACH -- Food wrappers, drink cans, broken plastic chairs and forgotten flip-flops piled in and around trash cans on the beach as Keep Brevard Beautiful employees and volunteers fanned out to cl...

Making math a priority a prime goal for district

Jan 6, 2009 7:01 am

Few people would think to use the excuse that they're "just not good at reading." But it's become socially acceptable to be "bad" at math.

Gun sales smoking since Obama's win

Jan 6, 2009 6:32 am

The only thing faster than a speeding bullet these days may be the sales of guns themselves. Thank President-elect Barack Obama, in part, who has a record of supporting some gun restrictions but promi...

Lawmakers start work on $2.3B budget deficit

Jan 6, 2009 6:32 am

Renewing your driving license might be a little less convenient when the Legislature finishes adjusting Florida's already-tightened state budget to head off a $2.3 billion revenue shortage.

Brevard teachers won't get pay raises

Jan 6, 2009 6:32 am

VIERA -- Teacher contract negotiations remained at a stalemate Monday after a daylong bargaining session.

Students train for nursing careers

Jan 6, 2009 6:31 am

For 15 students at Titusville High School, the pressure of being a teenager pales in comparison to one of the most challenging exams they have ever faced.

Police still search for woman, 85

Jan 6, 2009 6:31 am

PALM BAY -- Police searched the streets, combed the city and area canals from a helicopter, and talked with her friends and family.

The dying art of cursive

Jan 5, 2009 6:31 pm

Are the flowing curves and fancy loops of cursive writing disappearing from elementary school classrooms? Some fear classic penmanship has been left behind as preparation for the Florida Comprehensive...

'Gator Caucus' may miss title game

Jan 5, 2009 3:16 pm

TALLAHASSEE -- The sacrifice of public service could be especially tough on at least 54 Florida lawmakers during the special budget-cutting session that begins today.

Full slate awaits freshman lawmakers

Jan 5, 2009 11:16 am

When Bill Posey and Suzanne Kosmas start their new jobs in Washington, D.C., this week, they won't have much time to get settled into their new offices.

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Elephant walk: Circus pachyderms parade through Miami

Jan 6, 2009 7:14 pm

The quiet streets of downtown Miami were still dark Tuesday morning when the train's doors burst open and six Asian elephants stomped out.

BSO veteran Al Lamberti sworn in as Broward sheriff

Jan 6, 2009 6:44 pm

Broward Sheriff Al Lamberti was sworn in as the county's top cop Tuesday morning, becoming Broward's first elected sheriff to have spent his entire career with the law enforcement agency.

SUV smashes through front of Hialeah adult day-care center

Jan 6, 2009 4:59 pm

A large SUV drove through the front window of a Hialeah adult day-care center Tuesday morning, Hialeah Fire Rescue said. Officials said two elderly people were treated on the scene for minor injuries ...

Two missing Miami-Dade men are found safe

Jan 6, 2009 4:44 pm

Two men who went missing on separate occasions last week have been found, according to police. Pedro Manuel Soto Labrada, a 75-year-old who suffers from memory loss, went missing on New Year's Day aft...

Florida budget cuts could cost Miami-Dade, Broward schools millions

Jan 6, 2009 4:29 pm

Schools will face the bulk of the nearly $1 billion in spending cuts Florida lawmakers will take this week to balance the budget, including a cut of $47 million to Miami-Dade schools and $35 million t...

Pedestrian hit by car in Sweetwater

Jan 6, 2009 2:34 pm

A pedestrian received serious injuries Tuesday morning when a car slammed into him before dawn in Sweetwater, according to paramedics.

Burst pipe leaves Lauderdale Lakes homes without water

Jan 6, 2009 1:19 pm

Dozens of residents in Lauderdale Lakes woke up Tuesday to find they didn't have running water. A pipe burst on Northwest 36th Terrace and 32nd Avenue north of Oakland Park Boulevard and left a sinkho...

TradeStation Group reports increase in trade volume

Jan 6, 2009 1:18 pm

Plantation-based TradeStation Group, a provider of an electronic trading platform, said Tuesday daily average revenue trade volume increased 22 percent in December.

Charity takes shoes strewn along Palmetto Expressway

Jan 6, 2009 12:04 pm

Remember the thousands of used shoes strewn about the Palmetto Expressway last week? The mystery remains about who dumped them on the busy highway, but the shoes themselves will be collected Tuesday b...

Police blow up bag near Miami-Dade School Board site

Jan 6, 2009 8:07 am

The Miami police bomb squad blew up a black duffel bag Monday morning after the abandoned package was discovered on a ramp near the entrance to the Miami-Dade County School Board building, 1450 NE Sec...

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Bag with marijuana, gun found abandoned

Jan 6, 2009 7:23 pm

A man clearing a lot near Summerlin Road and Gladiolus Drive found a large stash of marijuana and a gun in a large bag on the property.

Deputies asked to investigate councilman

Jan 6, 2009 5:53 pm

The State Attorney's Office has asked Lee County deputies to investigate a complaint against a Cape Coral City Council member.

Cape officer involved in accident

Jan 6, 2009 5:23 pm

Cape Coral Police are responding to an officer-involved vehicle accident.

Bill Cameron sworn in as new Charlotte sheriff

Jan 6, 2009 5:23 pm

A new sheriff took the oath of office in Charlotte County Tuesday morning.

Former Cabrera partner on the stand

Jan 6, 2009 4:23 pm

A former partner of real estate broker Samir Cabrera described the inner workings Tuesday of the business deals that landed Cabrera in federal court.

Naples police activity report

Jan 6, 2009 1:53 pm

Click above for a rundown of the latest activity from the Naples Police Department.

Today in History: January 6th

Jan 6, 2009 12:53 pm

On Jan. 6, 1838, Samuel Morse and Alfred Vail gave the first successful public demonstration of their telegraph, in Morristown, N.J.

"Late Blight" triggers cash crop fright

Jan 6, 2009 4:23 am

A highly contagious disease called "Late Blight" is now showing up on tomato and potato plants in Southwest Florida. Researchers fear it could soon spread and devastate entire fields within ...

Five design groups make cut for new Sox complex

Jan 6, 2009 12:53 am

The committee selecting companies to work on the new Red Sox spring training complex has pared the list of design groups to five.

Should 18 to 20 crowd be allowed in bars?

Jan 5, 2009 11:53 pm

A big decision is looming that could have a major impact on businesses in Downtown Fort Myers. Fort Myers City Council members are trying to decide whether to allow people under the age of 21 into dow...

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Special session kicks off, so does the bickering

Jan 6, 2009 2:47 pm

TALLAHASSEE (Bay News 9) -- The special legislative session devoted to balancing Florida's budget kicked off Monday in Tallahassee, and it didn't take long for the partisan bickering to start.

1.5 M Powerball tickets sold on first day in Fla.

Jan 5, 2009 11:32 pm

TALLAHASSEE , Fla. (AP) -- Lottery officials say about 1.5 million Powerball tickets were sold the first day they went on sale in Florida.

Special session kicks off, so does the bickering

Jan 5, 2009 10:47 pm

TALLAHASSEE (Bay News 9) -- The special legislative session devoted to balancing Florida's budget kicked off Monday in Tallahassee, and it didn't take long for the partisan bickering to start.

Fl. House Speaker Ray Sansom resigns from college job

Jan 5, 2009 4:17 pm

BAY NEWS 9 -- Fl. House Speaker Ray Sansom announced he is resigning his position at Northwest Florida State College, effective immediately.

Powerball tickets now for sale in Florida

Jan 5, 2009 1:17 pm

POLK COUNTY (Bay News 9) -- The anticipation is over and Powerball tickets are now for sale in Florida.

Florida panther numbers on the rise

Jan 5, 2009 11:17 am

The tawny-fur felines now number around 100, compared to about 35 in the early 1990s. The commission's report shows that interactions between humans and panthers are increasing, and that panthers atta...

Special session begins today in Tallahassee

Jan 5, 2009 11:02 am

TALLAHASSEE (Bay News 9) -- To say state lawmakers have to trim the budget is an understatement.

Powerball tickets now for sale in Florida

Jan 4, 2009 9:17 pm

POLK COUNTY (Bay News 9) -- The anticipation is over and Powerball tickets are now for sale in Florida.

Feeling lucky? Powerball comes to Florida

Jan 4, 2009 12:02 pm

MIAMI (AP) -- Floridians, pick your numbers. Starting Sunday, people in the Sunshine State will be eligible to play Powerball, a multi-state lottery with enormous jackpots.

New law aims to protect patients from painful bills

Jan 2, 2009 10:17 pm

PINELLAS COUNTY (Bay News 9) -- A new year means new laws on the books, one of which is designed to give hospital patients better protection from shocking bills.

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Father and Daughter Charged With Incest

Jan 6, 2009 6:42 pm

Palm Coast father and daughter charged with incest following a child pornography bust.

Tebow Reacts To Oklahoma Player Barb

Jan 6, 2009 4:28 pm

Dominique Franks may have made a critical mistake five days before Oklahoma plays Florida in the BCS Championship Game.

Angela Corey Sworn In

Jan 6, 2009 6:43 am

The new State Attorney takes the Oath of Office a minute after midnight.

FDOT Begins A1A Resurfacing Project

Jan 6, 2009 4:12 am

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Florida Department of Transportation started on its A1A resurfacing project Monday.

Boater Distress Radios Going Digital

Jan 6, 2009 3:57 am

Boaters'emergency radio signals are going digital. In an emergency, if a boater doesn't have an updated radio, they won't be able to call for help.

Jag Player Feared for his Safety Before being Shot

Jan 6, 2009 3:28 am

Just released police interviews show former Jacksonville Jaguar Richard Collier feared for his safety after getting into a fight at a local nightclub in April 2008.

An Inside Look At The Tebow Family

Jan 6, 2009 2:27 am

Tim Tebow's ability on the field are only a small part of what makes this young man special.

Boaters Identified In New Years Day Accident

Jan 6, 2009 1:27 am

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Florida Fish and Wildlife released the identities of the six people who were on a boat when it capsized two miles north of the Mathews Bridge.

Powerball Now in Florida

Jan 5, 2009 11:42 pm

Your chances of becoming a multi millionaire just got a little better. That's because along with the Florida Lotto -- you can now buy tickets to Powerball.

Habijax defends Fairway Oaks project

Jan 5, 2009 10:27 pm

Residents say the community is making them sick, but Habijax leaders say tests show it is safe.

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Suspicious stranger reported near Newberry school

Jan 6, 2009 7:15 pm

Alachua County deputies saturated the Newberry area Tuesday morning after a 14-year-old student reported being approached by a stranger on Monday morning while she was on her way to school.

Beautiful weather forecast for game time

Jan 6, 2009 5:15 pm

Expect glorious weather for the National Championship Game between the Gators and Sooners in Dolphin Stadium Thursday night. The National Weather Service charts the temperature at just over 60 degrees...

Tebow a hero at Philippine orphanage

Jan 6, 2009 4:15 pm

Tim Tebow's most far-flung fans still don't quite get this whole football thing. Yes, the 42 kids at the orphanage in the southern Philippines understand that Tebow is hot stuff, if only vaguely.

Travolta returns to Ocala with son's remains

Jan 6, 2009 3:15 pm

Actor John Travolta and wife Kelly Preston have returned to Florida with the remains of their 16-year-old son, Jett, who died at the family vacation home in Grand Bahama.

Camp Blanding hosts National Guard military training

Jan 6, 2009 3:15 pm

Expect more military traffic and more noise around the Camp Blanding Joint Training Center this month. Army National Guard units will be participating in military training there from Jan. 11 through t...

Clearwater aquarium holds contest for wedding with dolphins

Jan 6, 2009 2:15 pm

The Clearwater Marine Aquarium is giving away a free wedding package, where one couple will be chosen to get married on a platform over the main dolphin pool. The aquarium's dolphins - Nicholas and Wi...

Creative students have chance to win Disney passes

Jan 6, 2009 1:15 pm

Florida's fourth and fifth graders who are talented artists and high school students who are skilled writers have a chance to take their family to Walt Disney World for a day, three days or a year.

Tax exemption letters headed to Florida veterans

Jan 6, 2009 1:15 pm

About 265,000 of the 1.8 million veterans or their surviving spouses who live in Florida should be receiving letters this week from U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that can be used for a property ...

Gators meet the press

Jan 6, 2009 11:17 am

The FedEx BCS championship held its media day Monday morning at Dolphin Stadium. But as the professionals bounced from podium to podium with their assorted cameras and tape recorders, players took in ...

Know your enemy: Oklahoma facts

Jan 6, 2009 11:16 am

Oklahoma basics Historical events Cowboys and Indians Route 66

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Maddon Dines In The White House

Jan 6, 2009 5:24 am

Having already conquered Rome, Prague and London during a whirlwind offseason, Washington was a natural final stop for Joe Maddon and his new bride.

Franken Gets Election Win, But Opponent Prepares Lawsuit

Jan 6, 2009 3:23 am

A Minnesota board has certified results showing Democrat Al Franken winning the state's U.S. Senate recount over Republican Norm Coleman, but a legal challenge probably will keep the race in limbo.

Hillsborough County Schools Put Meal Budget On A Diet

Jan 6, 2009 2:15 am

hillsborough county schools cuts $1.3 million from the school meal budget

Obama Predicts Quick Approval For Fiscal Stimulus Plan

Jan 6, 2009 2:07 am

obama and congressional leaders work on tax cuts now reaching $300 billion

Ringling's Elephants Add Stomp To Downtown Traffic

Jan 6, 2009 1:18 am

ringling bros. circus parades the elephants through downtown

Analog Television Faces Another Cutoff Test Today

Jan 6, 2009 12:37 am

Another digital TV test in tampa and st. pete today

Rays Podcast: Hot Stove Starts To Boil

Jan 6, 2009 12:16 am

TBO.com's Scott Butherus talks with Tampa Tribune columnist Joe Henderson about the Tampa Bay Rays' offseason moves.

Audit Of Elections Office Finds More Questions Than Answers

Jan 6, 2009 12:09 am

An audit of Hillsborough Elections Supervisor Buddy Johnson's office was able to verify just $336,000 of the $2.34 million Johnson told county commissioners he needed last month cover cost overruns.

State Lawmakers Foresee Higher Taxes To Erase Deficit

Jan 6, 2009 12:09 am

Higher taxes and other new sources of revenue loom on Florida's horizon -- but not in time to stave off $1 billion in budget cuts now.

First Lady Laura Bush Agrees To Write Her Memoir

Jan 5, 2009 10:57 pm

First lady Laura Bush has agreed to write a memoir with one of the world's oldest publishing houses, Scribner. Publication for the book, currently untitled, is scheduled for 2010.

Tallahassee and Panhandle News from The Tallahassee Democrat

Updated: Jackson County man attending funeral accidentally shot by squirrel-hunter

Jan 6, 2009 7:46 pm

A 39-year-old man taking part in a funeral procession Monday morning in Jackson County was hit by a stray bullet from a squirrel hunter.

Updated: Air ambulance company restructuring local service

Jan 6, 2009 5:57 pm

Air transport provider Air Methods is reducing the local helicopter service from three aircraft to two, effective Jan. 30, but intends to maintain the service at current levels.

No layoffs expected at TCC

Jan 6, 2009 4:47 pm

While the state's fiscal crisis could force Florida State University to lay off more than 100 faculty members, Bill Law does not expect any layoffs at Tallahassee Community College.

Crist says legislators' cuts are too deep

Jan 6, 2009 4:27 pm

Legislators are making deeper spending cuts than he wants and he's not worried about dipping too deeply into Florida's reserves or sweeping uncommitted cash from trust funds, Gov. Charlie Crist said t...

Tickets still available for Saturday's FSU vs. Duke basketball game

Jan 6, 2009 4:17 pm

Tickets remain available for Florida State's basketball game against No. 2 ranked Duke at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Civic Center.

FSU football update: Gano shakes off snub from Senior Bowl game

Jan 6, 2009 11:54 am

The special teams units for the Senior Bowl have been finalized.

Tallahassee rider plans bicycle trip across Africa

Jan 6, 2009 5:28 am

As Tallahasseans ponder what exciting athletic activity they might pursue in the new year, consider what local building contractor Paul McManus is doing: riding his bicycle from one end of Africa to t...

Biomass plant meeting brings diverse panel

Jan 6, 2009 5:12 am

Monday's town-hall meeting on the proposed biomass plant was like a gathering of old friends, or in some cases, sparring partners after an extended holiday.

FSU to lay off about 200 workers because of budget woes

Jan 6, 2009 5:00 am

Florida State University will have to lay off about 200 employees because of a cumulative $65 million budget cut, FSU Provost Larry Abele told Big Bend legislators Monday night.

Rickards Lady Raiders host cancer-awareness event

Jan 6, 2009 5:00 am

As the Rickards High School Lady Raiders prepare to take on Leon High on Saturday, the basketball players are hoping for more than a victory. They also want to honor cancer survivors and those who hav...

News from Jacksonville and Northern Florida from WLTV

New Charges for Palm Coast Family Members: Incest

Jan 6, 2009 7:43 pm

PALM COAST, FL -- The woman who has been arrested twice in the last month for prostitution and child neglect is under arrest again.

North Florida Woman Wins Inauguration Experience

Jan 6, 2009 7:39 pm

NEWBERRY, FL -- A local woman has been selected as the first of ten guests of the Obamas to attend the Inaugural festivities in Washington D.C.

A Little Sun Today

Jan 6, 2009 7:28 pm

JACKSONVILLE, FL -- We do have some breaks in the clouds....not many.  Temps are warming in the 70s.

Woman Says Local Hospital Left Knife Blade in Head

Jan 6, 2009 5:54 pm

JACKSONVILLE, FL -- A Jacksonville woman claims she's had a knife blade stuck in the back of her neck for the last three years, because emergency crews did not remove it.

Post Encouraging Words to Little Boy Called Monster

Jan 6, 2009 5:54 pm

JACKSONVILLE, FL -- Other kids call him, "Monster."  He's banned from school because his face looks too "frightening."  Angelito has come a long way to ...

Home-Schooling Gains Popularity

Jan 6, 2009 5:54 pm

JACKSONVILLE, FL -- In the past decade, more and more parents have opted to home-school their children.

Travolta Family Returns to US With Son's Remains

Jan 6, 2009 5:12 pm

FREEPORT, Bahamas (AP) -- Actor John Travolta and wife Kelly Preston are back in Florida with the remains of their 16-year-old son.

Mayport, Jaxport at Impasse Over Cruise Terminal

Jan 6, 2009 5:03 pm

JACKSONVILLE, FL -- A deal between the Jacksonville Port Authority and groups opposing a cruise terminal at Mayport has fallen through.

Report: Gators Strong Says Race Affected Opportunities

Jan 6, 2009 4:58 pm

MIAMI (AP) -- Florida defensive coordinator Charlie Strong believes race was a reason he hasn't been offered a head-coaching job during his 25 years in college football, a newspaper reported Tuesday....

Besides Tebow, Other Local Kids Impacting UF

Jan 6, 2009 4:49 pm

MIAMI,FLA--We all know Tim Tebow is from Jacksonville, right there on the Westside, but he's not the only kid from the First Coast making a difference for the Florida Gators. 

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