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Miami Beach offers new way to pay parking
With the holiday rush in mind, Miami Beach is offering a new way to pay for parking--without ever leaving your vehicle. WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman tells us more.
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Federal money helping South Florida travel to be more efficient, safer
More money is coming from the federal government to make traveling through South Florida a little more efficient and safer. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Rhonda Victor has the story.
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Not every homeowner in distress will be helped in foreclosure freeze
Governor Charlie Crist announced a freeze on home foreclosures Monday. But as Florida Public Radio's Lynn Hatter reports, not every homeowner in distress will receive help.
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Metrozoo opens first new exhibit in 5 years
The first new exhibit in five years at Miami Metrozoo opens this weekend. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Rhonda Victor has a preview.
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New round of lawsuits against big tobacco to be heard in Browad
A Broward County jury is scheduled to begin hearing a case today that kicks off yet another round of lawsuits against tobacco companies over the negative impacts of cigarette smoking. Rhonda Victor discusses the legal battle with Miami Herald business reporter Patrick Danner.
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New glass exhibit opens in Miami amidst Art Base
Much of the talk around Miami will be about art this week as Art Basel gets underway. Monday, the Myrna and Sheldon Palley Pavillion for Contemporary Glass and Studio Arts will officially open, inviting visitors to experience a multimillion dollar glass collection. When it comes to glass there is an old argument of craft versus art. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming takes a closer look at how the the image of glass is changing.
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HIV survivor recounts surviving downward spiral of meth use
Monday is the 20th anniversary of World AIDS Day, and one challenge of preventing new infections is fighting drug abuse. Crystal meth in particular is blamed for a downward spiral of risky sex, destructive behavior and death. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson profiles one longtime HIV survivor, who escaped that cycle alive.
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Crowds turn out for Black Friday bargains
The crowds came out for traditional day after Thanksgiving sales -- but the question remains: did people really spend? Miami Herald Business Reporter Niala Boodhoo joined the earliest shoppers Friday morning to find out.
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South Florida homeschoolers connect at planned activities
According to the Florida Department of Education, more than 55,000 children in the state are being homeschooled. A number of groups in South Florida provide outside activities for these kids, and support for their parents. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson visited one such group in Miami Shores.
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Shoppers find alternatives to holiday bargains
There are alternatives to fighting the crowds and looking for bargains to complete your holiday gift list. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Rhonda Victor tells us about one trend that's gaining momentum.
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Dolphins stronger this year than last
Despite a disheartening defeat to the division rival Patriots last week,the Miami Dolphins are far better off than last year, when they were the laughing stocks of the National Football League. As as WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman tells us, this season's success can largely be linked to a rookie head coach and a veteran quarterback.
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Culinary students prepare over 700 turkey dinners for Thanksgiving
Students in the culinary arts program at one southwest Miami-Dade high school have been busy getting ready for Thanksgiving. This week, they've prepared about 700 turkey dinners. Miami Herald education writer Kathleen McGrory has the story.
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Economy having impact on local airports
Today is one of -- if not the busiest days of the year at the nation's airports, with travelers rushing to visit loved ones for Thanksgiving. But due to the recent economic downtown, transportation officials expect a 7 to 10 percent drop-off this year. WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman has more on the impact at local airports.
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Economy hurting charitable organizations
Charitable organizations are taking a hit during this economic downturn. That includes groups that turn trash into treasure. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Rhonda Victor has a look at one of them.
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Florida ban on gay adoptions ruled unconstitutional
For three decades, Florida has banned gays and lesbians from adopting children. Tuesday a ruling from a Miami circuit court allows one gay man to do just that. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has more.
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U.S. immigration enforcement focusing on workplace raids
After Congress failed to pass immigration reform last year, the government started using a heavier hand on enforcement - focusing on workplace raids. Including a recent one in South Florida. Tanya Snyder reports from Washington.
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Florida's Jim Greer among the contenders to head up the national GOP
Republican Party of Florida Chair Jim Greer is among the contenders to head up the national GOP. But he's also in the running to continue in his present job and is now facing a challenge from the right. Florida Public Radio's Margie Menzel has more:
Listen now - 11252008
Farm groups angry over crackdown on illegal workers
Farm groups are angry over a new rule that cracks down on hiring illegal workers in places like Florida. They are asking Congress to step in. Sara Sciammacco has more from Washington.
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Floridians may soon receive financial help from the federal government
Financial help may be on the way for Floridians. As Lynn Hatter reports, the governor says the state may be in for a cash influx from the federal government.
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Transportation officials upgrade Alligator Alley to help holiday commute
This holiday season thousands of people will drive the stretch of I-75 known as Alligator Alley. State Transportation officials say they've upgraded a key system there in hopes of making that drive a little less nerve-wracking. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has more.
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National Parks System wants to help economy, national parks
As President-elect Obama transitions to the White House, the National Parks System has a plan to help transition the economy that could also help our national parks. WLRN/Miami Herald Reporter Tandaleya Wilder has more.
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Foster children often suffer academically
When children are taken from their homes by the state, it usually means they're taken from their schools, too. As Florida Public Radio's Margie Menzel reports, the result can be an academic career that goes into free fall.
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As economy worstens, locals flock to libraries
It's commonly believed that when the economy is bad, more people head to their local libraries. Now the latest figures from Miami-Dade's Public Library System show that's happening in a big way. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has the numbers.
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Stable funding is key need to higher education, says Florida university chancellor
A stable source of adequate funding is the key need for higher education in Florida. At least that's the opinion of the state's first university system chancellor who is leaving the post in a few months. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Rhonda Victor has more.
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Broward legal community worried at lack of minority judges
Many in Broward County's legal community are worried the small number of minority people wearing judge's robes isn't keeping pace with the changing face of the population. Reporter Chris DiMattei has more.
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'Turkey' wishlists may be endangered species at Florida Capitol
Many of us will be enjoying turkey during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. But around Florida's Capitol, the word "turkey" has a very different meaning. As Trimmel Gomes found, nosediving state revenues may be placing that particular bird on the endangered species list.
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Friday Business Report | Homeowners & Hurricane Insurance
Next week marks the end of another quiet hurricane season for South Floridians. Does that spell good news for homeowners? The Friday Business Report talks to Miami Herald Business Reporter Beatrice Garcia to find out.
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IBM researchers have developed an 'universal translator'
Fans of "Star Trek" will remember the universal translator: a device that turned alien languages into spoken English instantly. Today that technology is no longer just the stuff of science fiction. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson went to Boca Raton where researchers at IBM have made it happen.
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Shooting's aftermath leaves Miami-Dade man with a hopeful message
One of Miami-Dade county's most recognized anti-violence advocates has, in his words, finally got his head together. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming has his story.
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Should turtle hunting continue in Florida?
Should turtle hunting continue in Florida? That was among the topics of discussion during a public hearing sponsored by the The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Thursday in Tampa. This follows a call by a group of scientists to end commercial turtle harvesting in the state. WLRN/Miami Herald Reporter Tandaleya Wilder has details.
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