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- 08302012
North Lauderdale Commissioner Wants to Ban Student Panhandling
A North Lauderdale leader wants to ban school kids from panhandling along roadways. WLRN Miami Herald Reporter Marva Hinton tells us he’s concerned about safety.
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Help slow to arrive for some Palm Beach County flood victims
The flood waters Tropical Storm Isaac left in its wake in western Palm Beach County are delivering a stern lesson -- coastal areas aren’t the only places where a major storm can wreak havoc. In one of the hardest-hit areas, WLRN reporter Christine DiMattei found some residents still trying to pick up the pieces – and wondering when – or IF -- they’ll get any help.
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Battle in Downtown Miami for "last" piece of undeveloped land
About 30,000 people live in the high-rise forest that is the Brickell neighborhood of downtown Miami. The population there more than doubled over the last decade. What used to just be a financial hub for Latin American and European banks has also become an urban core for Miami. Brickell’s overnight success has caused some problems. For one – a lack of green space. The Trust for Public Land ranks Miami 94th on a list of 100 cities when it comes to park acreage per residents – and that’s even worse when you zoom in on Brickell. It all adds up to an interesting paradox: More people in Brickell means more demand for green space…but it also means more expensive real estate and more trouble getting a park built. Reporter Kenny Malone headed out to a special plot of land -- where a group of green space advocates are making a last-ditch effort for a big park just south of the Miami River in Downtown Miami.
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Ann Romney recounts struggle with MS
After her emotional speech Tuesday night at the Republican National Convention, Ann Romney resumed the campaign today with a visit to St. Petersurg where she cut the ribbon to open a new physical therapy playground at all Children's Hospital. During the event, she found some common ground with an 11 year old Sarasota boy named Seth Morano. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone was there.
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Bondi prepping for speech tonight
Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi is practicing the speech she’ll deliver to a national audience when she takes the RNC stage tonight during prime time. Gina Jordan reports.
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Latin America Wednesday
Republicans meeting in Tampa are trying to stay on message this week during their national convention. But one message you will likely not hear a lot about is their policy towards Latin America. Miami Herald deputy editorial page editor Juan Vasquez joined Phil Latzman to talk about the GOP platform for the rest of the hemisphere.
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Expert says absentee ballot fraud laws could present gray area
Miami Dade County was embroiled in two large absentee ballot fraud scandals this month. And Miami Lakes Mayor Michael Pizzi wants to get some new laws on the books to prevent more scandals in the future. But WLRN Miami Herald reporter Ashley Lopez says that could be a difficult process.
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Florida delegates deny having an extreme platform
The Obama campaign is talking a lot about a “war on women.” They cite recent comments about rape by Senate candidate Todd Akin of Missouri…and the recently passed Republican platform. But as Gina Jordan reports, that characterization isn’t sitting well with Florida’s delegation to the Republican National Convention.
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Isaac Causes Hundreds of Cancellations at South Florida Airports
As Isaac nears and its winds pick up speed, flights are being canceled at South Florida's airports. Arianna Prothero has more on what travelers can expect.
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At 'Nuestra Noche,' GOP welcomes Hispanic candidates
National Republicans showed off some of the results of a Hispanic candidate recruitment drive during a packed-to-the-rafters blowout in Tampa's colorful latin community, Ybor City, last night. Rick Stone has more from the gala Nuestra Noche event at the historic Cuban Club.
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Isaac first test in 7 years of South Florida power grid
Since Tropical Storm Isaac, power outages in Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties have been sporadic and relatively short. The vast majority have been fixed within 6 hours, and even more quickly in the Florida Keys. Reporter Kenny Malone has more.
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Unsolved Horse Kill in Southwest Ranches
Last week, a gruesome discovery was made on a quiet southwest Broward neighborhood. A horse, someone’s pet was found butchered supposedly for its meat. WRLN Miami Herald reporter Patricia Sagastume spoke with a man who has been investigating these types of crimes and tell us more.
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Florida delegates first day
Even as events were cancelled because of the weather, Florida’s delegates to the Republican National Convention managed to stay busy Monday. Gina Jordan tells us the parties are going strong.
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Miami Dade Leaders Call Isaac 'Practice Run'
Although Isaac turned out to be a minor storm for South Florida, WLRN Miami Herald Reporter Marva Hinton tells us Miami Dade leaders say it was a good dress rehearsal for the real thing.
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Scott bows out of RNC as convention loses a day
Tropical Storm Isaac hasn’t canceled the Republican National Convention…but as WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone tells us, it has caused major damage to the schedule and the line up of speakers.
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Miami Herald Reporter Jacqueline Charles from Haiti
Parts of Tropical Storm Isaac are making their way into Haiti and that's where Jacqueline Charles is. WLRN's Kelley Mitchell spoke with her by phone.
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Miami Developer Eyes Brazil
Wednesdays we discuss topics related to our hemispheric neighbors in Latin America and the Caribbean. Today, we’re going to look at real estate in Brasil… specifically the efforts of one prominent Miami Developer, Jorge Perez, in the Latin American nation. Arianna Prothero speaks with Miami Herald International business reporter Mimi Whitefield.
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Miami-Dade Mayoral Race
Arianna Prothero speaks to Miami Herald reporter Chuck Rabin.
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A would-be Miami home buyer's tale
Karen Burkett talks to a South Florida woman hoping to buy her first condo. Her shopping come just as sales figures shift to a more heated market.
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Your tweets & email on Miami real estate
We learn hear from local buyers trying to enter the market who are beaten out by all cash investors from Latin America & Europe. Many locals are frustrated by the competition. As it turns out Phoenix, the market with the highest home values right now, is seeing investors from Canada show huge interest.
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Latin Builders Association picks Santorum over Romney, Gingrich
The Latin Builders Association endorses Rick Santorum in Florida's presidential preference race. Hmmh. The association's president says that while Cuba and immigration are important issues for the organization, the economy is what matters most. Hear about their upcoming business pitches.
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After dream job, Hollywood man take huge pay cut
Host Karen Burkett talks with a Hollywood, Florida man who lost his "dream job" during the recession. He was out of work for 5 months before taking a sales job and eventually, a position at a university's library. He worked the night shift and estimates he and his wife have taken a 35% income cut. These segments are part of a series of conversations we've had with men and women who did find work in this difficult economy.
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The Standing Desk Movement
Can standing more often make a difference to your health? The sedentary lifestyle is definitely a concern for office workers. I now have a standing desk. I'll explain why and tell you about a trend that has surfaced at my workplace.
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Remembering Andrew
20 years ago today, Hurricane Andrew hit South Florida. Coming up, a special hour-long documentary takes you from the morning before the storm through the weeks, days, and years that followed -- and tells the personal stories behind one of the biggest events in Florida history.
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David Rivera under investigation again
Republican Congressman David Rivera is under scrutiny again. A Democratic candidate running against his biggest challenger in this month’s primary is in hot water for not disclosing campaign contributions. And WLRN Miami Herald reporter Ashley Lopez says the candidate’s money troubles connect him to Rivera.
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Florida delegates scheduled for fun if weather holds
Florida’s delegates to the Republican National Convention will be well-entertained if the weather holds up. Gina Jordan spoke with organizers who say tropical weather won’t keep the visitors from enjoying their stay.
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The Florida Roundup on WLRN, August 24, 2012
On today's show: we review the latest developments in the fight over early voting and the investigation of U.S. Congressman David Rivera for ethical breaches. Also, on this 20th anniversary of Andrew, Miami Herald managing editor Rick Hirsch and WFOR reporter Al Sunshine talk about losing their homes in the hurricane and the lasting impact of Andrew on insurance rates. We hook up with State Impact Florida reporter John O’Connor in Tampa for a what could be a stormy Republican National Convention next week.
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Lionfish Derbies Show Promising Results
Intro: With recent reports that Lionfish are now spreading to the NOTHERN GULF, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Service announced new rules to make it easier to hunt them. No fishing licenses are required and there are no limits to how many you can catch. But are these efforts enough? WLRN Miami Herald Reporter Patricia Sagastume has some promising news.
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Venezuelans in South Florida Struggle to Vote
Most Wednesdays we call attention to issues related to our hemispheric neighbors in Latin America and the Caribbean, and today more on the struggle to vote for Venezuelan nations living in South Florida. El Nuevo Herald editor Teresa Frontado came to the US to study in 1997, and has voted in every Venezuelan election since. But this year, she was denied that chance in South Florida after Venezuela's embassy in Miami closed. After petitioning the government, she and 20-thousand others in four southeast states were told they could vote in New Orleans in October. But the time and expense is taxing on her and other Venezuelans living in the US.
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Gov. Rick Scott and Monroe County Elections Supervisor in Showdown over Early Voting
Gov. Rick Scott issued a stern statement directed at Monroe County’s supervisor of elections. The two men are involved in a showdown over early voting days. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Ashley Lopez says the result of this disagreement could decide whether or not a federal court approves Florida’s new voting law.
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