http://www.miamiherald.com/news/wlrn/index.html en-us © The Miami Herald Media Company Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:53:44 EST http://media.miamiherald.com/images/podcast/943/podlogo150px.jpg http://www.miamiherald.com/news/wlrn/index.html Listen in as the WLRN | Miami Herald News staff brings you audio reports on the top stories of interest to the South Florida community every weekday or listen live at www.miamiherald.com/wlrn/ no Listen in as the WLRN | Miami Herald News staff brings you audio reports on the top stories of interest to the South Florida community every weekday or listen live at www.miamiherald.com/wlrn/ Miami Herald Miami Herald miamifeedback@miamiherald.com Churches, synagogues and mosques are all feeling the crunch of dwindling collection plates and are struggling to meet their mortgage obligations, forcing many of them on the market -- some are even facing foreclosure. Miami Herald reporters Phil Latzman and Monica Hatcher discuss the disturbing trend. Churches, synagogues and mosques are all feeling the crunch of dwindling collection plates and are struggling to meet their mortgage obligations, forcing many of them on the market -- some are even facing foreclosure. Miami Herald reporters Phil ... Churches, synagogues and mosques are all feeling the crunch of dwindling collection plates and are struggling to meet their mortgage obligations, forcing many of them on the market -- some are even facing foreclosure. Miami Herald reporters Phil Latzman and Monica Hatcher discuss the disturbing trend. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/11/09/11/Churches_TW_Latzman_Hatcher_11-9.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:52:00 EST As federal investigators continue their probe into the dealings of a high-profile Fort Lauderdale attorney, attention is now riveted on an alleged scheme that promised investors a handsome profit for buying into "structured settlements." Miami Herald reporters Joshua Johnson and Nirvi Shah take a closer look. As federal investigators continue their probe into the dealings of a high-profile Fort Lauderdale attorney, attention is now riveted on an alleged scheme that promised investors a handsome profit for buying into "structured settlements." Miami He... As federal investigators continue their probe into the dealings of a high-profile Fort Lauderdale attorney, attention is now riveted on an alleged scheme that promised investors a handsome profit for buying into "structured settlements." Miami Herald reporters Joshua Johnson and Nirvi Shah take a closer look. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/11/09/11/Structured-TW-Shah-119.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:51:01 EST Across South Florida students file into classrooms today expecting to be greeted by a familiar face....their teacher. But for some they will be taught by a substitute. That's what happened to a group of Fort Lauderdale students recently. But as WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Kenny Malone found out this wasn't just your typical sub. Across South Florida students file into classrooms today expecting to be greeted by a familiar face....their teacher. But for some they will be taught by a substitute. That's what happened to a group of Fort Lauderdale students recently. But as... Across South Florida students file into classrooms today expecting to be greeted by a familiar face....their teacher. But for some they will be taught by a substitute. That's what happened to a group of Fort Lauderdale students recently. But as WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Kenny Malone found out this wasn't just your typical sub. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/11/09/11/Notter_-_SD_-_Malone_116.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:49:23 EST Host Phil Latzman is joined by Miami Herald political writer Beth Reinhard, Herald Tallahasee bureau chief Mary Ellen Klas, and WFOR's political reporter Michael Williams for a post-Election recap, the Governor's latest gaffes, and how it all could impact key races for Senate and Governor in Florida next year. Host Phil Latzman is joined by Miami Herald political writer Beth Reinhard, Herald Tallahasee bureau chief Mary Ellen Klas, and WFOR's political reporter Michael Williams for a post-Election recap, the Governor's latest gaffes, and how it all cou... Host Phil Latzman is joined by Miami Herald political writer Beth Reinhard, Herald Tallahasee bureau chief Mary Ellen Klas, and WFOR's political reporter Michael Williams for a post-Election recap, the Governor's latest gaffes, and how it all could impact key races for Senate and Governor in Florida next year. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/11/06/15/The_Florida_Roundup_11-6.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:49:52 EST As more seniors are cashing in on their life insurance policies, FBR speaks with financial professionals and Miami Herald Business Reporter Nirvi Shah who explain how and why this is happening. As more seniors are cashing in on their life insurance policies, FBR speaks with financial professionals and Miami Herald Business Reporter Nirvi Shah who explain how and why this is happening. As more seniors are cashing in on their life insurance policies, FBR speaks with financial professionals and Miami Herald Business Reporter Nirvi Shah who explain how and why this is happening. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/11/03/17/FBR_Life_Insurance_11-6-09_mp3.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:05:54 EST The worm turned this week in Homestead, where a new mayor and a new city council majority were sworn in after a bruising municipal election. Homestead voters shared many tax and leadership complaints with residents of other cities. But the personal dislike many felt for now-former mayor Lynda Bell was all their own. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone has that story. The worm turned this week in Homestead, where a new mayor and a new city council majority were sworn in after a bruising municipal election. Homestead voters shared many tax and leadership complaints with residents of other cities. But the person... The worm turned this week in Homestead, where a new mayor and a new city council majority were sworn in after a bruising municipal election. Homestead voters shared many tax and leadership complaints with residents of other cities. But the personal dislike many felt for now-former mayor Lynda Bell was all their own. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone has that story. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/11/05/10/Homestead-SD-rstone.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:03:59 EST A recent summit between leaders at Jackson Health System and the University of Miami revealed school officials complaining loudly about the quality of care and doctors at the county's public hospitals. Reporters Phil Latzman and John Dorschner discuss the strife between the two institutions during a WLRN-Miami Herald News segment. A recent summit between leaders at Jackson Health System and the University of Miami revealed school officials complaining loudly about the quality of care and doctors at the county's public hospitals. Reporters Phil Latzman and John Dorschner di... A recent summit between leaders at Jackson Health System and the University of Miami revealed school officials complaining loudly about the quality of care and doctors at the county's public hospitals. Reporters Phil Latzman and John Dorschner discuss the strife between the two institutions during a WLRN-Miami Herald News segment. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/11/04/15/JaxUM_TW_Latzman___Dorschner_11-4.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:34:51 EST Florida companies are reporting the federal economic recovery program -- the stimulus -- created or saved more than 29-thousand jobs in Florida, and maybe even more than that. But researchers are taking a second look at the numbers to see if the stimulus benefits were delivered to minority communities where unemployment is highest. More from WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone. Florida companies are reporting the federal economic recovery program -- the stimulus -- created or saved more than 29-thousand jobs in Florida, and maybe even more than that. But researchers are taking a second look at the numbers to see if the ... Florida companies are reporting the federal economic recovery program -- the stimulus -- created or saved more than 29-thousand jobs in Florida, and maybe even more than that. But researchers are taking a second look at the numbers to see if the stimulus benefits were delivered to minority communities where unemployment is highest. More from WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/11/04/15/Stimulus-SD-rstone.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:33:36 EST Less than a month remains in the 2009 hurricane season. And if you've ever wondered what hurricane watchers do in the off-season - well, they get ready for the next season. As WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Kenny Malone reports, they're already re-tooling one of the most important hurricane tracking devices for a shifting information landscape. Less than a month remains in the 2009 hurricane season. And if you've ever wondered what hurricane watchers do in the off-season - well, they get ready for the next season. As WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Kenny Malone reports, they're already re-to... Less than a month remains in the 2009 hurricane season. And if you've ever wondered what hurricane watchers do in the off-season - well, they get ready for the next season. As WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Kenny Malone reports, they're already re-tooling one of the most important hurricane tracking devices for a shifting information landscape. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/11/04/15/Hurricane_-_WR_-_Malone_113.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:32:37 EST The Broward School Board has sworn in its newest member, replacing disgraced former board member Beverly Gallagher. Kevin Tynan will represent District Two in southwest Broward, where he lives. But by his own admission, Tynan has a lot to learn about the district's core business: education. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has more from Tuesday's ceremony. The Broward School Board has sworn in its newest member, replacing disgraced former board member Beverly Gallagher. Kevin Tynan will represent District Two in southwest Broward, where he lives. But by his own admission, Tynan has a lot to learn... The Broward School Board has sworn in its newest member, replacing disgraced former board member Beverly Gallagher. Kevin Tynan will represent District Two in southwest Broward, where he lives. But by his own admission, Tynan has a lot to learn about the district's core business: education. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has more from Tuesday's ceremony. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/11/04/15/Tynan-SD-Johnson-114.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:31:20 EST Troubled hotel loans could likely lead to a buying spree in the South Florida market. Reporters Phil Latzman and Douglas Hanks discuss why buyers might be waiting for the misery to get a bit more miserable. Troubled hotel loans could likely lead to a buying spree in the South Florida market. Reporters Phil Latzman and Douglas Hanks discuss why buyers might be waiting for the misery to get a bit more miserable. Troubled hotel loans could likely lead to a buying spree in the South Florida market. Reporters Phil Latzman and Douglas Hanks discuss why buyers might be waiting for the misery to get a bit more miserable. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/11/03/10/Hotels_TW_Latzman_wHanks_11-2.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:43:46 EST Miami-Dade county averages about 1.5 tons of solid municipal waste per person per year. Some of that waste includes things like pizza crusts, or apple cores that could be turned into rich compost. WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Kenny Malone with more on the pilot program from the City of Miami and the Fertile Earth Foundation. Miami-Dade county averages about 1.5 tons of solid municipal waste per person per year. Some of that waste includes things like pizza crusts, or apple cores that could be turned into rich compost. WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Kenny Malone with more... Miami-Dade county averages about 1.5 tons of solid municipal waste per person per year. Some of that waste includes things like pizza crusts, or apple cores that could be turned into rich compost. WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Kenny Malone with more on the pilot program from the City of Miami and the Fertile Earth Foundation. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/11/03/10/FertileMiami_-_SD_-_Malone_113.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:42:27 EST This far into the recession it seems no one has been left untouched by it's effects. Almost everyone is looking for ways to save a buck. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Shannon Novak has found something that saves her cash almost everyday. And with just a click of your keyboard you can do the same. This far into the recession it seems no one has been left untouched by it's effects. Almost everyone is looking for ways to save a buck. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Shannon Novak has found something that saves her cash almost everyday. And with ju... This far into the recession it seems no one has been left untouched by it's effects. Almost everyone is looking for ways to save a buck. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Shannon Novak has found something that saves her cash almost everyday. And with just a click of your keyboard you can do the same. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/11/02/11/InCard_SD_Novak_11-2.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:24:36 EST South Florida's tourist beaches are being held hostage, some say, by a handful of North Florida property owners who complain the state's method of repairing eroded beaches violates their property rights. Next month, the case will go to the U-S Supreme Court. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone has the story. South Florida's tourist beaches are being held hostage, some say, by a handful of North Florida property owners who complain the state's method of repairing eroded beaches violates their property rights. Next month, the case will go to the U-S S... South Florida's tourist beaches are being held hostage, some say, by a handful of North Florida property owners who complain the state's method of repairing eroded beaches violates their property rights. Next month, the case will go to the U-S Supreme Court. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone has the story. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/11/02/11/Beaches-WR-rstone.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:23:37 EST For over a decade now, the Miami International Airport has been working to build a north terminal, an 1.2 mile overhaul of American Airline's MIA hub. For the first time Monday a security checkpoint in that terminal will be up and running. WLRN/Miami Herald Reporter Kenny Malone got an inside look at that stretch and it's storied past. For over a decade now, the Miami International Airport has been working to build a north terminal, an 1.2 mile overhaul of American Airline's MIA hub. For the first time Monday a security checkpoint in that terminal will be up and running. WLRN/M... For over a decade now, the Miami International Airport has been working to build a north terminal, an 1.2 mile overhaul of American Airline's MIA hub. For the first time Monday a security checkpoint in that terminal will be up and running. WLRN/Miami Herald Reporter Kenny Malone got an inside look at that stretch and it's storied past. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/11/02/11/MIA_-_SD_-_Malone_112.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:22:38 EST In this week's Florida Roundup, commission chairman and mayoral candidate Joe Sanchez answers questions from a panel of journalists including WLRN's Phil Latzman, Miami Herald reporter Chuck Rabin, El Nuevo Herald executive editor Manny Garcia and Miami New Times reporter Tim Elfrink. In this week's Florida Roundup, commission chairman and mayoral candidate Joe Sanchez answers questions from a panel of journalists including WLRN's Phil Latzman, Miami Herald reporter Chuck Rabin, El Nuevo Herald executive editor Manny Garcia an... In this week's Florida Roundup, commission chairman and mayoral candidate Joe Sanchez answers questions from a panel of journalists including WLRN's Phil Latzman, Miami Herald reporter Chuck Rabin, El Nuevo Herald executive editor Manny Garcia and Miami New Times reporter Tim Elfrink. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/10/30/15/Florida_Roundup_for_10-30.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:53:50 EDT Outgoing Miami mayor Manny Diaz speaks with WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman about the current mayor's race, his eight years in office, and his future. Outgoing Miami mayor Manny Diaz speaks with WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman about the current mayor's race, his eight years in office, and his future. Outgoing Miami mayor Manny Diaz speaks with WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman about the current mayor's race, his eight years in office, and his future. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/10/30/15/Manny_INT_Latzman_10-30.source.prod_affiliate.56.wav Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:51:18 EDT Soon, at least in Publix Super Markets, locally grown produce will bear the label ``Redland-Raised'' as part of a new branding initiative between the grocery chain, Miami-Dade County and the Florida Department of Agriculture. WLRN's Joshua Johnson and Miami Herald reporter Niala Boodhoo discuss the high hopes pinned on Miami's farm-fresh food. Soon, at least in Publix Super Markets, locally grown produce will bear the label ``Redland-Raised'' as part of a new branding initiative between the grocery chain, Miami-Dade County and the Florida Department of Agriculture. WLRN's Joshua Johnso... Soon, at least in Publix Super Markets, locally grown produce will bear the label ``Redland-Raised'' as part of a new branding initiative between the grocery chain, Miami-Dade County and the Florida Department of Agriculture. WLRN's Joshua Johnson and Miami Herald reporter Niala Boodhoo discuss the high hopes pinned on Miami's farm-fresh food. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/10/30/15/Food-TW-Boodhoo-1030.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:47:41 EDT This past year the City of Miami has rolled out a slew of initiatives to help both re-build the city's economy and it's identity. There's Bike Miami, Stimulus Miami, Recovery Miami, and as WLRN/Miami Herald Reporter Kenny Malone reports, now "Buy Miami." This past year the City of Miami has rolled out a slew of initiatives to help both re-build the city's economy and it's identity. There's Bike Miami, Stimulus Miami, Recovery Miami, and as WLRN/Miami Herald Reporter Kenny Malone reports, now "Buy... This past year the City of Miami has rolled out a slew of initiatives to help both re-build the city's economy and it's identity. There's Bike Miami, Stimulus Miami, Recovery Miami, and as WLRN/Miami Herald Reporter Kenny Malone reports, now "Buy Miami." http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/10/30/15/Buy_Miami_-_WR-_Malone_1029.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:46:46 EDT Community organizers in Miami's Liberty City never had high hopes for the success of Poinciana Pharmaceutical Park. And, now that the project has collapsed, and its developer -- Dennis Stackhouse -- arrested on fraud and theft charges, they think local government should be held accountable. More from WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone. Community organizers in Miami's Liberty City never had high hopes for the success of Poinciana Pharmaceutical Park. And, now that the project has collapsed, and its developer -- Dennis Stackhouse -- arrested on fraud and theft charges, they thin... Community organizers in Miami's Liberty City never had high hopes for the success of Poinciana Pharmaceutical Park. And, now that the project has collapsed, and its developer -- Dennis Stackhouse -- arrested on fraud and theft charges, they think local government should be held accountable. More from WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/10/30/15/Stackhouse-SD-rstone.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:45:47 EDT "It won't be health care reform without…" How do YOU fill in that blank? Doctors, nurses and nursing students found a number of ways to express the essence of reform at a forum in Miami on Wednesday. But not all of them are on the table. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone has more. Rick Stone "It won't be health care reform without…" How do YOU fill in that blank? Doctors, nurses and nursing students found a number of ways to express the essence of reform at a forum in Miami on Wednesday. But not all of them are on the table. WLRN/Mi... "It won't be health care reform without…" How do YOU fill in that blank? Doctors, nurses and nursing students found a number of ways to express the essence of reform at a forum in Miami on Wednesday. But not all of them are on the table. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone has more. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/10/29/10/Reform_forum-SD-rstone.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:41:52 EDT Recently the Deering Estate opened its doors for its first ghost tour. The League of Para-normal Investigators presented video and audio that, they say, is evidence the grounds are haunted. Tonight, Deering and LPI will teach visitors how to conduct their own ghost hunt. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Kenny Malone dropped in on the ghost hunters for a lesson in capturing ghost voices. Kenny Malone Recently the Deering Estate opened its doors for its first ghost tour. The League of Para-normal Investigators presented video and audio that, they say, is evidence the grounds are haunted. Tonight, Deering and LPI will teach visitors how to cond... Recently the Deering Estate opened its doors for its first ghost tour. The League of Para-normal Investigators presented video and audio that, they say, is evidence the grounds are haunted. Tonight, Deering and LPI will teach visitors how to conduct their own ghost hunt. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Kenny Malone dropped in on the ghost hunters for a lesson in capturing ghost voices. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/10/29/10/Ghost_Voices_-_SD_-_Malone_1029.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:41:52 EDT It has been just over a month since Broward School Board member Beverly Gallagher was brought down on federal corruption charges. Critics have charged that a lack of comprehensive ethics policies, checks and balances, allowed Gallagher to cheat the system. But yesterday, the School District unveiled a committee led by prominent local leaders, that could lead to concrete changes. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has the story. Joshua Johnson It has been just over a month since Broward School Board member Beverly Gallagher was brought down on federal corruption charges. Critics have charged that a lack of comprehensive ethics policies, checks and balances, allowed Gallagher to cheat ... It has been just over a month since Broward School Board member Beverly Gallagher was brought down on federal corruption charges. Critics have charged that a lack of comprehensive ethics policies, checks and balances, allowed Gallagher to cheat the system. But yesterday, the School District unveiled a committee led by prominent local leaders, that could lead to concrete changes. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has the story. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/10/29/10/SkulPanel-SD-Johnson.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:41:52 EDT Former House Speaker Marco Rubio won a lot of applause in Fort Lauderdale for a short speech to about 200 members of the Broward Republican Party. It was hard to tell if he won any votes for the Senate campaign he's running against Governor Charlie Crist. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone was there. Former House Speaker Marco Rubio won a lot of applause in Fort Lauderdale for a short speech to about 200 members of the Broward Republican Party. It was hard to tell if he won any votes for the Senate campaign he's running against Governor Charl... Former House Speaker Marco Rubio won a lot of applause in Fort Lauderdale for a short speech to about 200 members of the Broward Republican Party. It was hard to tell if he won any votes for the Senate campaign he's running against Governor Charlie Crist. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone was there. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/10/27/14/Marco_SD_Stone_10-27.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:59:11 EDT These days there are only three airports in the U.S. that are allowed to offer flights to Cuba. But Monday Broward County commissioners will consider a push to bring Cuba travel to their local airport and seaport. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has details. These days there are only three airports in the U.S. that are allowed to offer flights to Cuba. But Monday Broward County commissioners will consider a push to bring Cuba travel to their local airport and seaport. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Joshu... These days there are only three airports in the U.S. that are allowed to offer flights to Cuba. But Monday Broward County commissioners will consider a push to bring Cuba travel to their local airport and seaport. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has details. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/10/27/14/FLLCuba-WR-Johnson-1027.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:58:28 EDT This morning officials from the City of Miami will reveal the results of a citywide study, intended to boost economic development. The study was done by an organization that seeks to provide data beyond Census figures, by doing what it calls a "drill-down". WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has details. This morning officials from the City of Miami will reveal the results of a citywide study, intended to boost economic development. The study was done by an organization that seeks to provide data beyond Census figures, by doing what it calls a "... This morning officials from the City of Miami will reveal the results of a citywide study, intended to boost economic development. The study was done by an organization that seeks to provide data beyond Census figures, by doing what it calls a "drill-down". WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has details. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/10/26/11/Census_SD_Johnson_10-26.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:44:45 EDT Across the country, hundreds of thousands of youngsters are tackling what has traditionally been an adult responsibility -- caregiver to a sick or elderly family member. And now a South Florida woman is being honored for her work with the largely hidden population of child caregivers. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Chris DiMattei has more. Across the country, hundreds of thousands of youngsters are tackling what has traditionally been an adult responsibility -- caregiver to a sick or elderly family member. And now a South Florida woman is being honored for her work with the largel... Across the country, hundreds of thousands of youngsters are tackling what has traditionally been an adult responsibility -- caregiver to a sick or elderly family member. And now a South Florida woman is being honored for her work with the largely hidden population of child caregivers. WLRN/Miami Herald reporter Chris DiMattei has more. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/10/26/11/Caregiver-SD_cdimattei_10-26.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:43:45 EDT The tech landscape is South Florida is shifting, with many new groups of tech workers who want to network and promote the local industry popping up. FBR talks to Miami Herald Technology Reporter Bridget Carey to find out more. The tech landscape is South Florida is shifting, with many new groups of tech workers who want to network and promote the local industry popping up. FBR talks to Miami Herald Technology Reporter Bridget Carey to find out more. The tech landscape is South Florida is shifting, with many new groups of tech workers who want to network and promote the local industry popping up. FBR talks to Miami Herald Technology Reporter Bridget Carey to find out more. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/10/23/18/FBR_Technology_10-23-09_mp3.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:46:56 EDT 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. 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. 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. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/10/23/10/ArtDeco_WR_Latzman_10-23.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 10:15:37 EDT 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. 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... 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. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2009/10/22/10/Halloween-SD_Johnson_10_22.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:52:46 EDT