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Two South Beach landmarks set to reopen after facelift
Two historic structures in the heart of South Beach will reopen this weekend after undergoing multi-million dollar renovations. WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman tells us more.
Listen now - 10222009
Study finds Halloween policies targeting sex offenders unnecessary
This Halloween, law enforcement agencies are warning one group to stay out of the festivities: registered sex offenders. The warning stems from concern that children who are out trick-or-treating may be at greater risk of being assaulted on that night. But a study from Boca Raton's Lynn University, released this summer, shows that concern may be just a myth. The research finds that other factors are far more likely to hurt, and kill, children on Halloween. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has the story.
Listen now - 10212009
Ancient Egyptian mummy gets a CT scan in Aventura
In the name of art and science, the Bass Museum of Art in Miami Beach and Mount Sinai Medical Center in Aventura recently teamed up to examine the remains of a mummy in the museum's collection. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming has more.
Listen now - 10202009
Miami-Dade reviews new sex offender residency rules
Today Miami-Dade County Commissioners will consider new rules on where sexual predators and offenders can live. It comes amid criticism of laws that critics say leave these convicts nearly homeless. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has the story.
Listen now - 10202009
The new holiday stocking-stuffers: Health care gift cards
With the holiday season right around the corner, many South Floridians may soon receive the gift of healthcare from friends or family. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming explains.
Listen now - 10202009
Sun-brewed coffee makes FPL's solar energy point
Florida's largest utility is hoping a simple cup of coffee will demonstrate to South Floridians how cost-effective it would be to convert to solar energy. WLRN/Miami-Herald reporter Chris DiMattei with more.
Listen now - 10202009
Hate crime designation sought in gay man's murder
Three men are now in custody in Broward County in this year's robbery and beating of two gay men, one of whom -- Craig Cohen -- recently died of his injuries after six months in a coma. One of the suspects has been charged with first degree felony murder…but, now, local activists are wondering why authorities aren't prosecuting the killing as a hate crime. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Kenny Malone has more.
Listen now - 10162009
FBR | What's behind soaring gold prices?
With the price of gold hitting new record highs, The Friday Business Report talks to a local retailer about how he's being impacted, as well as a national analyst who explains what's behind the commodity's current prices.
Listen now - 10152009
U.S. Rep. Robert Wexler leaving Congress to lead think tank
For 13 years, South Florida Congressman Robert Wexler has served on the House Foreign Affairs Committee. It's allowed him to influence U.S. policy on a topic close to his heart: the Middle East peace process. Now Wexler says it's time to take that influence to a new level, as the head of a think tank dealing with that region. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson spoke with the Congressman, who will resign his post at the end of the year.
Listen now - 10152009
Clawing for success: Investment banker becomes stone crab deliveryman
Starting from today until May 15th, stone crabs are in season. One investment banker turned entrepreneur is hoping a new career in stone crabs will make this a profitable year. Miami Herald Business Reporter Niala Boodhoo has the story.
Listen now - 10142009
Nation's top housing official promises aid to South Florida homeowners
U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan made two stops in South Florida today, to inspect progress on a federal-funded foreclosure remediation program in Miami Gardens and get victims caught up on progress with their Chinese drywall problems. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone has the story.
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Shalala's query: How will health reform affect caregivers?
When America's health care system is restructured, some expect hospitals to face a tidal wave of newly insured patients. But the nation already has a critical shortage of doctors, and Florida is in desperate need of nurses. The University of Miami's nursing school discussed how health care reform might affect caregivers. Explaining the proposals was U-M's president Donna Shalala, who used to be the Secretary of Health and Human Services. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has the story.
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Thinned by death and disgrace, TV pitchmen ranks need recruits
The Eden Roc Hotel in Miami Beach was packed Tuesday. It was the last chance for inventors to pitch their products to new television pilot. There was the Buckleby, that attaches to a child's car seat and alerts parents if the buckle isn't properly secured and the Mickey Poppins, that literally straps an umbrella to your back. But the real competition was to find a personality to pitch one of these items. WLRN Miami Herald Reporter Kenny Malone dropped in on a search that aims to find the next big pitchman.
Listen now - 10122009
Wireless Etiquette Challenge: The finish line
Last week, Miami Herald technology bloggers Niala Boodhoo and Bridget Carey launched a week-long project to improve their wireless etiquette: No more texting in front of annoyed friends (or behind the wheel), no more ignoring the people in front of them to take cell phone calls. Could the gadgets be ignored? The week is up and Niala and Bridget make their report to WLRN's Kenny Malone.
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FBR | Technology of the future
Dozens of students and faculty from around the world gathered in Orlando last week to present their technological innovations based on devices we carry around with us every day - the Friday Business Report headed to Orlando for the conference to catch a glimpse.
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Stage set, fingers crossed for Lauderdale tourist season
Tourism officials in Fort Lauderdale expect this season to be one of their best ever. They contend the stars have aligned to make the city one of South Florida's top draws. Last week, the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention and Visitors Bureau unveiled its plan for the 2010 season. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has the story.
Listen now - 10122009
Defining crime downward may relieve crowded courts
Miami-Dade leaders want to know if some "quality of life" crimes should be reclassified as civil infractions. As Miami Herald crime reporter David Ovalle tells Morning Edition host Phil Latzman, they're hoping it will save the county's overtaxed criminal justice system.
Listen now - 10122009
For his Senate bid, Crist pays with popularity
Florida's popular governor may be losing some of his luster as he forgoes a second term to run for a seat in the United States Senate. Miami Herald-St. Petersburg Times political reporter Steve Bousquet joins Phil Latzman for a discussion of Charlie Crist's path to Washington.
Listen now - 10092009
Florida Roundup: The week's voices in the news
A discussion of the week's top news in the region hosted by Phil Latzman. This week's media panelists: Miami Herald reporter Julie Brown, Sun-Sentinel Columnist Michael Mayo and WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Joshua Johnson.
Listen now - 10092009
Erin Brockovich gathering data to explain Acreage 'cancer cluster'
In 2001 the Academy Award for Best Picture went to "Erin Brockovich." It's the true story of a crusading environmentalist fighting corporate polluters. Now the woman on whom the movie was based has turned her attention to Palm Beach County. On Thursday, Oct. 1 Brockovich spoke to residents of a neighborhood called the Acreage, where an alarming number of people have developed brain cancer and some suspect pollution is to blame. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has the story.
Listen now - 10092009
Minorities demand health care public option in new ads
A coalition of African-American and Latino groups has stepped into the health-care reform debate with a six-figure ad campaign to promote reform. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming has more.
Listen now - 10082009
New York law firm returns to The Acreage
Environmental advocate Erin Brockovich will be in West Palm Beach Thursday to speak with residents of the Acreage. The Palm Beach Health Department and the state are investigating if there is a cancer cluster in the area. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Shannon Novak explains - toxic tort could be in the rural communities future.
Listen now - 10082009
Former Miami Mayor Ferre enters Senate race
Maurice Ferre -- a former Miami mayor, county commissioner and state legislator -- has just launched his Democratic campaign for the U-S Senate. At 74, he's starting late against a well-funded and well-connected Democratic rival, Congressman Kendrick Meek, but he says he'll quickly catch up and surprise us all. Ferre spoke with WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone.
Listen now - 10082009
Miami's mayoral campaign: a reporter's perspective
Miami Herald government reporter Chuck Rabin tells WLRN's Phil Latzman the odds favor Tomas Regalado in the contest between two veteran city commissioners.
Listen now - 10072009
After Clinton visit, investors' perceptions of Haiti improve
Last week, former President Bill Clinton finished his third visit to Haiti in seven months as the United Nations special envoy for Haiti. The storm-batterd country is attempting to pull itself from economic doldrems, and as Miami Herald World Reporter Jaquelyn Charles discovered, Clinton may be the tipping point in that endeavor.
Listen now - 10072009
Texting at the table? A guide to high-tech etiquette
Can you be wired and well-mannered? That is what two Miami Herald bloggers are attempting to find out this week through an experiment. Quite simply, they are putting their cell phones down when they are with people or driving. Niala Boodhoo and Bridget Carey are Miami Herald business reporters and columnists for the blog Poked. They say the idea came about after they attended a recent conference.
Listen now - 10072009
Broward General nurse possibly exposed hundreds of patients to risk
The actions of a former nurse at Broward General Medical Center have prompted hundreds of anxious calls from the public. The nurse admitted to reusing sterile medical equipment that's intended for only one use. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has more.
Listen now - 10072009
FBR | How to encourage investment in Haiti?
Former U.S. President Bill Clinton is working on helping Haiti's economy get back on its feet. He stopped in Miami on the way to an investment conference there. We speak with the InterAmerican Development Bank to find out how they are helping money flow to the island.
Listen now - 10062009
News series may lead to tighter caregiver laws
Florida legislators are promising to overhaul state law to require background checks for caregivers. The pledge is in response to a Sun Sentinel investigation showing that flaws in the background screening process allowed felons to work at daycare centers and nursing homes. WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Kenny Malone has more.
Listen now - 10062009
Researchers suspect racial bias in stimulus
While economists across the country debate whether the recession is coming to an end, many Floridians are still looking to federal, state and local government for the relief promised through President Obama's stimulus package. A new report to be released this week examines if the stimulus is achieving its goals. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming has more.
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