Audio reports from WLRN Miami Herald News
- 06122009
Friday Business Report | Local entrepreneurs tell their stories
Everyone's had that moment when they toy with the idea of going into business. Three local entrepreneurs share what motivated them -- and what you should know before you try to start your own company.
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FAU hopes to brighten Florida's energy future
Off shore energy is more than just oil and gas. Energy thinkers believe Florida's energy future may lie in tapping the power of the mighty Gulf Stream that parallels our coastline just 15 miles from shore. It won't happen tomorrow and it won't be easy, but the groundwork is already being laid with very small steps at Florida Atlantic University. More from WLRN/Miami Herald news reporter Rick Stone.
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Photos inspire families to open homes to foster kids
Children and the art of photography have come together at The Freedom Tower in downtown Miami. Over the weekend the doors opened on a new traveling exhibit of museum-quality portraits featuring children in Miami-Dade county's foster care system. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming takes a closer look at The Children's Trust Miami Heart Gallery.
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Gov. Crist signs bill that could revive horse racing at Hialeah Park
Governor Charlie Crist has signed a bill that could revive horse racing at Hialeah Park. On Monday he toured the aging landmark, which has sat idle for decades. But officials insist this Park can succeed where others have languished, or failed. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has the story.
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Mayor Manny Diaz finishes term as President of the U.S. Conference of Mayors
Miami Mayor Manny Diaz was in Rhode Island this week, presiding over the annual meeting of the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Diaz recently finished his term as the Conference's president, and traveling alongside him were several other mayors from South Florida. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has more.
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Healthcare leaders urge stronger push for reform
As Congress prepares for Senator Edward Kennedy's long awaited healthcare overhaul bill, several political and healthcare leaders say the push for reform needs to be strong in places like Miami, where costs are among the highest in the nation. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming takes a closer look.
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Senate committee approves oil drilling measure
Florida lawmakers have staunchly opposed expanded drilling in The Gulf Of Mexico, one of America's most important oil fields. But Tuesday a US Senate committee approved an item that could bring drills closer to Florida's shores. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has details.
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Tom Wolfe researches Miami for new novel
One of America's best known authors has been in Miami researching his new novel. The man behind 'Bonfire of the Vanities' and 'The Right Stuff' says his next tale will be about Miami's diverse immigrant populations. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has the story.
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Local Episcopalian church reaches to Indian traditions for worship
A recent study shows that most people who take up a new religion do so because they're attracted to the style of worship. In the Episcopal church, you might not expect that to include Sanskrit chanting and near Eastern music. But that's exactly what one church in Miami is doing -- and it seems to be working.
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Computer shelter: Protecting data during storm season
Every year businesses prepare for the possibility that a hurricane may destroy their building or their supplies. But what about their critical data, and the computer servers that store it? These days there are several ways to provide the equivalent of a shelter for computers, safeguarding data from hackers and hurricanes alike. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has the story.
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'NextGen' program looks to improve airline travel
There is a new effort by the Federal Aviation Administration and some of the major airlines in the U.S. to transform the way aircraft fly around the world. Next Generation or "NextGen'" is a program advocates say will make airline routes more plentiful, fuel efficient, direct and faster. Leah Flemming reports.
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Solar panel vendors struggle to find local customers
Times are good for those who make, sell and and install solar panels in South Florida. But most of their business still comes from elsewhere. What will it take to get more locals to invest in solar? Advocates say, additional government incentives and regulations on carbon emissions. WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman has a closer look.
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Friday Business Report | The digital switch & hurricane season
Everyone should know by now that the switch to digital transmission happens this month. But have you thought about how that affects your hurricane preparation plans? Tune in to find out what you need to know before a storm hits.
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Students learn history through video game
Now that school is almost out, many students will settle in for weeks of video gaming relieved to be out of class. But this summer some of them will actually complete a high school history class, by playing a video game. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has the story.
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U.S. tries to reduce flood risk in Haiti
After a powerful string of hurricanes wreaked devastation on Haiti last year, the U.S. government is spending money to help restore forests that could have slowed down the raging torrents of water. But as WLRN, Miami-Herald reporter Chris DiMattei tells us, the funds may not be enough to alleviate the man-made ecological disaster.
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Florida to receive $175M in federal stimulus dollars to weatherize homes
Florida will receive $175M in federal stimulus dollars to weatherize Florida homes. The Florida Department of Community Affairs says this is a 6-thousand per cent increase in funding, second highest in the nation. WLRN Miami Herald Reporter Tandaleya Wilder has details.
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FIU pioneering new treatment for liver disease
Some liver cancer patients say they are finding new hope in fighting their disease with a treatment pioneered by a Florida International University professor. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming has the story.
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School's out but budget woes continue
School's out for the summer for most South Florida students this week. But as the year wraps up, educators are warning of dark clouds ahead as districts throughout the region continue cutting budgets to deal with declining revenues. WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman has more on Broward's dilemma.
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Herald reporters Frances Robles and Phil Latzman discuss the OAS decision
Herald reporters Frances Robles and Phil Latzman discuss the OAS decision
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OAS ends Cuba suspension after 47 years
After a 47-year ban, Cuba is allowed back in the OAS, eliciting anger from south Florida's congressional contingent. But what are the strings attached, if any? And is the re-admittance moot if Cuba doesn't accept the invitation? WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman has more.
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New parents being asked to donate babies' umbilical cords
Expectant parents at South Miami Hospital are being asked a unique question these days; after your baby is born are you willing to donate the umbilical cord to save someone's life? WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming explains.
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Anti-Defamation League alarmed by increase in acts of anti-Semitic vandalism
While hate crimes against Jews dropped slightly last year in Florida, the Anti-Defamation League says it's alarmed by the increase in acts of anti-Semitic vandalism. WLRN-Miami-Herald reporter Chris DiMattei with more.
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Recent rain puts dent in South Florida drought
The wicked weather that washed out much of the Memorial Day weekend will likely hang around a while. But there is a silver lining to the daily dark clouds -- the storms have put a significant dent in South Florida's drought. WLRN-Miami-Herald reporter Chris DiMattei with more.
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Video resource community helps high schoolers make college decisions
For many high school graduates this academic year was filled with classes, friends and one major decision; where to go to college. A new video resource community hopes to make that decision just a little easier for future graduates.
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Environmental group urges students to be active in the summer
School is out for much of Florida this week, and the National Wildlife Federation is urging parents to encourage their kids to get off the computer and into nature. WLRN/Miami Herald Reporter Tandaleya Wilder has more.
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Miami exiles plan to lobby OAS against admitting Cuba
As the Organization of American States begins it's general assembly meeting this week in Honduras, several prominent Miami exiles are planning to lobby the group against admitting Cuba. WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman has more.
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Father Alberto Cutié to join Episcopal church
The Rev. Alberto Cutie, the celebrity priest removed from his Miami Beach church after photos of him kissing and embracing a woman appeared in the pages of a Spanish-language magazine earlier this month, has left the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Miami to join the Episcopal church. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming has more:
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Lauderdale Lakes auto dealer will fight to keep dealership
They loaded him down with cars he couldn't sell and parts he didn't need. They mortgaged his dealership to get a federal bailout loan. And then they told him, "You're out of business." Mark Hodos is the owner of Monarch Dodge in Lauderdale Lakes, one of the 789 dealers scheduled to be shut down in the Chrysler bankruptcy…and he says he'll fight to keep his relationship with the giant automaker that has abused him so badly. Rick Stone reports.
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Property values throughout Broward County fall for the second year in a row
In confirmation of last year's bleak real estate picture, property values throughout most of Broward County have fallen for the second year in a row. WLRN Miami-Herald reporter Chris DiMattei with details:
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Interview with Emergency Management Director, Curt Sommerhoff
Miami-Dade County has a new emergency management director: just in time for hurricane season. Curt Sommerhoff had been the interim director since February, and got the permanent job two weeks ago. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson spoke with Sommerhoff at the emergency operations center in Doral.
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