NEWSCAST: Florida Leads US In Foreclosures
Foreclosures continue to plague Florida, and the situation is getting worse.Details from WLRN Miami Herald News:
View ArticleNEWSCAST: John McAfee Lands in Miami
John McAfee, the anti-virus software founder wanted for questioning in connection with a murder in Belize, landed at Miami International Airport last night for what he called some rest and relaxation...
View ArticleNEWSCAST: State Educators React To Connecticut School Massacre
What are South Florida school districts doing to make sure what happened in Connecticut doesn't happen here?Find out in WLRN Miami Herald News:
View ArticleNEWSCAST: South Florida Lawmakers Talk 'Fiscal Cliff'
Is raising the eligibility age of Medicare part of the negotiation to avoid falling off the fiscal cliff?Members of Florida's congressional contingent are speaking out about it.Hear what they have to...
View ArticleNEWSCAST: Governor Rick Scott Reacts To CT School Shootings
Governor Rick Scott is talking about the shootings in Newtown, Connecticut last week that took the lives of twenty children and six adults at an elementary school. Scott told the Herald/Times...
View ArticleNEWSCAST: Florida Politicians Speak Out On Gun Control After Deadly School...
State leaders are reacting to the tragedy in Connecticut that left 20 children dead.Some are calling for more gun control, while others would like to see more people armed.And as you might imagine,...
View ArticleNEWSCAST: Gov. Rick Scott Won't Talk Policy Following Connecticut Tragedy
Florida's governor is sounding off on the shootings in Connecticut and says he has a personal connection to the tragedy.Gov. Rick Scott's daughter is a teacher, and he says he has friends who live near...
View ArticleNewscast: CT School Shootings Reignite Florida Gun Control Debate
Just as last week’s tragic events in Newtown, Connecticut reignite the national debate over gun control, Florida will soon issue its one-millionth concealed weapons permit. And that has gun control...
View ArticleNEWSCAST: State Goes Full Steam Ahead For Miami To Orlando Railway
The state is 'all aboard' when it comes to a new Miami to Orlando passenger train.All Aboard Florida is a privately-funded railway that would get passengers from the Orlando airport to downtown Miami...
View ArticleNEWSCAST: Florida Lawmaker Walks Back Suggestion To Arm Teachers
The shootings in Connecticut have sparked many debates in Florida about gun control.Meanwhile, one state leader is stepping back from comments about guns in schools.State House Judiciary Chairman...
View ArticleNEWSCAST: Charlie Crist, Rick Scott Address Voting Mishaps
"A joke."That's what former Governor Charlie Crist says Florida became after new voting regulations put into place by his successor Governor Rick Scott.During a U.S. Senate committee hearing today...
View ArticleNEWSCAST: Charlie Crist Blasts State's New Election Laws
During testimony on Capitol Hill Wednesday, former Governor Charlie Crist said Florida's new voting laws made the state "a joke" this election cycle.Hear his remarks on WLRN Miami Herald News:
View ArticleNEWSCAST: South Florida School Districts Report Disturbing Number of Phony...
Both Broward and Palm Beach County school chiefs say the deadly shootings last week in Connecticut have sparked a number of phony threats against district schools.The Sun-Sentinel reports that hoaxes...
View ArticleNEWSCAST: More On Race-Based School Goals; Puerto Rican Architects Rebuild...
A survey by Quinnipiac University finds voters are "dead-set" against a series of proposed school reforms by Gov. Rick Scott.The worst offender is a plan to set different achievement goals for students...
View ArticleA New WLRN Documentary "Weird Florida: On The Road Again"
Update 8 a.m. Sunday, December 23: "Weird Florida" On Page OneThe South Florida Sun-Sentinel featured WLRN's latest documentary, "Weird Florida," on its Sunday front page story on December 23. Reporter...
View ArticleWeird Florida Quiz: Watch, Answer, And Get A Free Book!
If you live here, you know: Florida is weird. It’s so weird, we sort of take it for granted.Which is part of why WLRN is proud to present Weird Florida: On The Road Again. This latest hour-long...
View ArticleThree Years After The Haiti Earthquake, An Unsure Future For One Woman And...
All this week we've been bringing you the story of Fabienne Jean, a dancer who lost her right leg three years ago in the earthquake in Haiti.Fabienne’s right leg was crushed and had to be amputated....
View ArticleCan’t Make It To The Key West Literary Seminar? Meet Us There On Twitter
Just because you can’t drive down for the 31st annual Key West Literary Seminar, doesn’t mean you can’t take part.WLRN is teaming up with the KWLS folks to bring the conversations online.
View ArticleThe Takeaway: Florida's Role In Gun Control
Our partners at The Takeaway have been following responses across the country to last year's string of mass shootings.
View ArticleRichard Blanco Wrote His Poem For The Inauguration, Now Here's Yours
Richard Blanco wasn't the only poet to pen a line for President Barack Obama's second inauguration. Last week, our partners at The Takeaway asked for your help writing a poem for the inauguration. Poet...
View ArticleResurgent Miami Housing Makes Billionaires As It Challenges Normal-Income Buyers
In the Marketplace Morning Report's second Wednesday segment, host Jeremy Hobson wonders if home ownership is still part of the American Dream. He speaks with Miami's billionaire condo king, chairman...
View ArticleHispanic Growth Leads With Media
The Marketplace Morning Report continues its week in Miami with a look at the growing Hispanic influence in Miami-Dade County and what it predicts for the country as a whole.Host Jeremy Hobson visits...
View ArticleSearching Liberty City For American Dream
Continuing its search for the New American Dream in Miami, the Marketplace Morning Report goes to one of the city's poorest neighborhoods: Liberty City. Host Jeremy Hobson interviews local residents...
View ArticleSports Arenas, Big Mall Are Regional Assets
The Marketplace Morning Report is broadcasting this week from WLRN's studios in the city it thinks typifies the evolution of America: Miami.In its first segment this morning, host Jeremy Hobson...
View ArticleStories From The Overseas Highway: Q&A With Filmmaker Tim Long
Airing on WLRN Channel 17 on the following dates and times:Friday, February 22 @ 11:30 pm
View ArticleTalk To Us: Florida Legislators & A Session 2013 Sneak Peak At WLRN - Miami...
Redistricting, property insurance, Medicaid expansion and political transparency were among the topics covered during this week’s Town Hall event on Session 2013 of the Florida Legislature hosted by...
View ArticleHugo Chavez Is Dead: Here's What You Should Know
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez is dead, says the country's Vice President Nicolas Maduro. Maduro made the announcement on Tuesday.You can find the latest updates on what this means for...
View ArticleShelter Me: An Inspiring Series Celebrating Shelter Pets
Every year, 3-4 million dogs and cats are euthanized in America’s shelters.“Shelter Me” is an inspiring series that celebrates shelter pets with positive and uplifting stories.
View ArticleHow WLRN Will Celebrate 'Everglades Day' Throughout April
On Sunday, April 7th, Florida will celebrate its first official “Everglades Day.” Established by the Florida Legislature, Everglades Day honors South Florida’s unique wetland ecosystem, the wild...
View ArticleSouth Florida Reacts To Verdict In Zimmerman Trial
We're covering reactions to the Seminole County jury's decision to acquit George Zimmerman. Tell us what you think by calling (305) 330-WLRN (9576) or tweet us @WLRN. We'll also be updating this page.
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