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'Wall of Wind' is a Category 5 'cane in a box
In a cavernous metal building west of Miami on Tuesday, Florida International University engineers threw a switch and touched off a Category Five hurricane. As WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone tells us, it's a feat of engineering called the Wall of Wind and it may teach us better ways to cope with hurricanes.
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Palm Beach County still striving to build workforce housing
Palm Beach County wants to ensure that working families aren't priced out of the housing market. Throughout the recession, the county clung to a controversial set of building rules to encourage the development of reduced-price homes. But as reporter Christine DiMattei tells us, it's taking longer than expected for those houses to go up.
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Local Election Officials Say They Might Not Have Enough Time for Voter Purge
Last week, state officials announced its disputed efforts to remove non-citizens from the voter rolls will begin again. However, WLRN Miami Herald reporter Ashley Lopez says some local election officials worry they won’t have enough time.
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Broward's New Schools Superintendent
Robert Runcie begins his first full school year on the job at the helm of the nation's sixth largest school district.
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Gay Republican says her party's mind is opening
South Florida's gay and lesbian Republicans are preparing for the trip to Tampa next week for the Republican National Convention. A top official of the Log Cabin Republicans says they expect to be welcomed by a party that is growing more open-minded all the time. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone has more.
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WLRN's Search for South Florida's Best Block Continues
We're still looking for the Best Block in South Florida. That includes Broward, Miami Dade and Palm Beach counties. WLRN's Marva Hinton recently spoke with Debra Acosta, one of the multimedia producers for the Miami Herald, about the search.
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Bright Futures Scholarships Don’t Cover As Much As They Used To
Across Florida, college freshmen are signing up for classes. Many are taking advantage of the Bright Futures scholarship to help pay their way. And many are experiencing sticker shock when they see what the scholarships DON’T cover. StateImpact Florida’s Gina Jordan tells us why.
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Protestors gather as HHS secretary touts healthcare overhaul, Medicare
Among the hot-button issues this election cycle is the rising cost of healthcare and the future of Medicare. A member of President Obama's cabinet has been traveling throughout Florida this week, to discuss how the federal healthcare overhaul will affect Medicare. But as reporter Christine DiMattei tells us, opponents of the Affordable Care Act are speaking out also.
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"Commuting commissioner" named to Tri-Rail board
In car-heavy South Florida, it's not uncommon for public figures to urge commuters to "dump the pump" -- and give public transportation a try. But often, the people making the plea are reluctant to leave their OWN cars in the driveway. Reporter Christine DiMattei tells us about a county official who not only talks the talk -- but rides the ride.
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Inside Guantánamo prison: 11th Ramadan in U.S. custody is calm and quiet
The Miami Herald asked to watch and listen while prisoners at the U.S. detention facility observed Islam’s holy month of Ramadan and got rare access during a three-day visit.
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Undocumented Students Apply for Temporary Status, Fight for Permanent Solution
Some undocumented immigrant can now apply for temporary status in the country -- after President Obama passed his executive order. But as StateImpact Florida reporter Sarah Gonzalez tells us ... the policy targets children who were brought to the US unlawfully by their parents.
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Gimenez wins another term as county mayor
Yesterday’s county mayoral race ended on odd terms. Miami Dade Mayor Carlos Gimenez won by a significant margin. However, WLRN Miami Herald reporter Ashley Lopez says his challenger refuses to concede.
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Primary wins put new pressure on Frankel, Murphy
In two Congressional primaries last night, Palm Beach and Broward County voters set up two candidates to be either national Democratic heroes…or Democratic disappointments. As WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone tells us, Lois Frankel and Patrick Murphy are now under tremendous pressure to win their seats in November.
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Harrington wins GOP Primary, Will Face Wasserman Shultz in November
Karen Harrington won the Republican primary for US House District 23 Tuesday and will face Debbie Wasserman Schultz in November.
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Allen West Primary win no shocker to Palm Beach County GOP
In the Republican Primary race for U.S. Congressional District 18, an outspoken Tea Party favorite faced off against a law enforcement officer with local roots. In the end, freshman Congressman Allen West won over Martin County Sheriff Robert Crowder. But as reporter Christine DiMattei tells us, it just might have been one of the LEAST-watched races among Palm Beach County Republicans.
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Kristen Jacobs Loses Congressional Primary
Broward County Commissioner Kristin Jacobs lost last night in the Congressional primary. She was hoping to become the Democratic nominee of District 22 -- a district which covers Broward and Palm Beach. Reporter Sarah Gonzalez was at Jacobs' campaign headquarters in Pompano Beach when she gave her concession speech.
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Latin America Wednesday
Most Wednesdays we devote time to issues related to Latin America and the Caribbean, and today Phil Latzman catches up with the Miami Herald's South America bureau chief Jim Wyss.
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Miramar Gets Its First Film Festival
The Miramar Cultural center hasn't been around that long, and it's marking its fifth season with something new... A film festival. As Arianna Prothero tells us, the event is about more than popcorn and movies.
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In Miami, Romney connects with his segment of Latinos
Mitt Romney -- minus his new running mate, Wisconsin Congressman Paul Ryan -- got an enthusiastic welcome on Monday when his swing state bus tour brought him to a restaurant in western Miami. But, as WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone tells us, there may have been less to it than met the eye.
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One of the trendiest cities in South Florida is reveling in its new honor. Christine DiMattei tells us what it took for Delray Beach to be recognized for its "fun" factor.
While Republican Presidential candidate Mitt Romney rolled through Florida on a campaign bus tour, Democrats have been on a road trip of their own. Christine DiMattei was there at the first stop in Miami Gardens -- where Democrats rallied against Romney and his newly appointed running mate, Paul Ryan.
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Travel guide votes Delray Beach "Most Fun Small Town " in nation
One of the trendiest cities in South Florida is reveling in its new honor. Christine DiMattei tells us what it took for Delray Beach to be recognized for its "fun" factor.
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Big issues facing Keys voters
WLRN-Miami Herald News anchor Phil Latzman recently sat down with David Goodhue. He's the editor of the Florida Keys Keynoter about the biggest issues facing the Florida Keys, including the upcoming elections.
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Friendship in a tough economy
Is it harder to make friends in a tough economy? Is it harder to keep them? How socioeconomic class, job loss, and pay cuts have affected friendships in South Florida. WLRN Miami Herald News business reporter Karen Burkett explains.
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No Summer School Means Some Students Repeat a Grade This Fall
Summer school is no longer for students trying to get ahead. In some of Florida's largest cities ... its wasn't even an option for many who failed a class. There's just not enough money. StateImpact Florida reporter Sarah Gonzalez tells us ... high school students who failed a class are struggling to catch up.
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Have Republicans in South Florida been Co-Opted on Taxes?
Every Republican member of Congress from Florida has signed a pledge to never raise taxes. The Taxpayer Protection Pledge is vilified by critics who say its sponsor, Grover Norquist, now controls the Republican Party when it comes to tax policy. Correspondent Matt Laslo reports Republicans in south Florida reject that claim, yet continue to cling to the Pledge.
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Tycoon who killed mayor's career now targets commissioners
A long shadow over the Miami Dade County Commission election is being cast by powerful businessman Norman Braman. He's backing a slate of four candidates against four commission incumbents, ostensibly in the name of reform and good government. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone has more on the campaign.
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The "Butterfly Ballot" Effect: Palm Beach County struggles with recent history of election snafus
In the years since the disputed 2000 Presidential election, Palm Beach County has become known as the home of the infamous “butterfly ballot.” And throughout every election cycle, it’s fair to say that there’s more nail-biting there than in any voting district in the country. Reporter Christine DiMattei takes a closer look at the reputation that clings to Palm Beach County like . . . well . . . like a hanging chad.
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Advocates say sick pay for restaurant workers in Miami is a public health issue
Advocates are launching a fight for earned sick pay for restaurant workers in Miami-Dade. The plan is to get County Commissioners to pass a law. WLRN’s Ashley Lopez reports that advocates say they are taking on a public health issue—as well a social justice issue.
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Choices for redistricted lawmakers: Fight, flee or quit
Next Tuesday's primary will be the first election since redistricting under anti-gerrymandering rules changed all of the political maps. The process made, changed or destroyed some political careers in the Florida Legislature...and, as WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone tells us, not every one is sure the redistricting process accomplished its goals.
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Florida's Next University Will be 100% Virtual
Its been nicknamed "Online U" -- and it may become Florida's thirteenth state university. Don't expect the campus to come to a city near you. The newest university would be a-hundred-percent virtual. StateImpact Florida reporter Sarah Gonzalez has more.
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