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South Florida News from The Sun-Sentinel

Florida leads U.S. in foreclosures

Nov 20, 2009 5:00 am

Nearly one in five Florida home loans was either seriously behind in payments or in foreclosure during the third quarter of this year, an ominous sign for a nascent economic recovery now bracing for a...

Citizens Property Insurance rates go up for mobile homeowners

Nov 20, 2009 5:00 am

Mobile homeowners insured by state-backed Citizens Property Insurance Corp. will see an 11 percent increase on their insurance policies in 2010.

Four Liberty City men sentenced in terror plot

Nov 20, 2009 5:00 am

Leader gets 13 years; others get between six- and 10-year terms The ringleader of a group described by prosec...

UM's Cuban Heritage Collection gets $2.4 million gift

Nov 20, 2009 5:00 am

Goizueta Foundation, named after former Coca-Cola CEO, will expand reach of collection that is one of the world's largest ...

News from Jacksonville and Northern Florida from WLTV

Wet, With Some Storms Over Weekend

Nov 21, 2009 4:47 am

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.-- Look forearly morningfog with lows near 57 inland and a bit warmer at the beach. Most of the rain will hold off until later Saturday.

Family of Fallen Mandarin Soldier Ships Items to Troops

Nov 21, 2009 4:38 am

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A truckload of care packages is ready to be shipped to Iraq. The family of Chief Warrant Officer 2 Earl Scott, III organized the drive days after he was killed in Iraq.

UNF Criminolgy Students Hit the Streets

Nov 21, 2009 4:32 am

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Students planning careers in criminal justice got a chance to see first hand what's being done in Jacksonville when it comes to crime.

Package with Strange Odor Sends Two at Tax Collectors Office to Hospital

Nov 21, 2009 12:43 am

PALATKA, Fla. -- A"suspicious package" was discovered among the mail at the tax collector's office this afternoon around 3:30.

Holiday Tourism is Big Business in St. Augustine

Nov 21, 2009 12:42 am

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. -- Little white lights, an ice slide, and an outdoor ice rink beckon tourists.

Patterson Academy Offers Action Plan to Stay Open

Nov 21, 2009 12:42 am

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A local charter school on the hot seat submitted an "action plan"for the Duval County School Board which will determine the school's fate on Monday.

Parents File Suit Against State's Education System

Nov 21, 2009 12:41 am

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- State educators have been slapped with a lawsuit from parents, and even students.

Twilight: New Moon Sells Out Local Theaters

Nov 21, 2009 12:40 am

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.-- The vampire love story gets a furry twist when the "Twilight" sequel, "New Moon," hits theaters tonight.

When Should a Christmas Tree be a Christmas Tree?

Nov 20, 2009 11:57 pm

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- As the holiday season approaches so do the abundance of local celebrations, but some people say something very important is missing.

Wind: Eye-Catching Alternative Energy on Atlantic Blvd

Nov 20, 2009 11:28 pm

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- If you've driven down Atlantic Boulevard in the past month, you may have noticed three spinning towers; an alternative energysource rarely seen in Florida.

Tallahassee and Panhandle News from The Tallahassee Democrat

Oprah fans 'shocked' over celeb's decision to end show

Nov 21, 2009 5:06 am

Fans in Tallahassee and around the country are in shock over talk-show host Oprah Winfrey's decision to end her talk show in 2011 at the end of its 25th season.

Survey of area residents: Bowden should stay

Nov 21, 2009 5:06 am

Most area residents believe FSU coach Bobby Bowden should coach one more year or coach as long as he wants, according to a TallahasseeVoices survey.

Maclay dance team headed to NYC

Nov 21, 2009 5:06 am

Last year, Maclay School junior Rainey Lancaster was watching the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade at home with her family.

Killearn Lakes fourth-graders learn about real travel news

Nov 21, 2009 5:05 am

Students had the opportunity Wednesday to embark on a cross-country expedition while learning mathematics, geography and reading.

'Holiday season is the hardest' for deployed soldiers

Nov 21, 2009 5:04 am

As Thanksgiving approaches, Tallahassee-based members of the Florida Army National Guard serving in northern Iraq are marking the half-way point in their year-long deployment.

'Star' finalists compete at last Downtown GetDown of season

Nov 21, 2009 5:04 am

Capital City Bank's "I want to be a Star!" competition entered its final round Friday night at the last Downtown GetDown of the year.

'Holiday season is the hardest' for deployed soldiers

Nov 21, 2009 5:04 am

As Thanksgiving approaches, Tallahassee-based members of the Florida Army National Guard serving in northern Iraq are marking the half-way point in their year-long deployment.

Big Bend briefs

Nov 21, 2009 4:56 am

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FSU presidential candidates unveiled

Nov 21, 2009 4:55 am

Three Florida State University faculty members are among the 17 candidates who have applied to replace retiring FSU President T.K. Wetherell.

The All-Mickey Andrews defensive team. Yeah, it's pretty deep

Nov 21, 2009 4:33 am

Over the last week, Tallahassee.com readers sent in their ballots for the best defensive players to wear the garnet and gold over the last 26 years.

News from Tampa Bay from The Tampa Tribune

Prep football playoff scoreboard

Nov 21, 2009 5:13 am

Live updates from Joey Johnston.

Moving in the Spirit: Radio station has new home

Nov 21, 2009 5:00 am

In a time of slashed budgets, declining revenue, staff reductions and dismal donations, here's some good news:

Manatee center gets makeover

Nov 21, 2009 4:41 am

Endangered Florida manatees already are making their way back to the warm outfall waters near Tampa Electric Co.'s Big Bend Power Station.

Bike thief struck by vehicle during getaway try, police say

Nov 21, 2009 3:21 am

Two people stole a bicycle from the front yard of 2403 E. Curtis St., where the owner of the bicycle saw the theft and chased both suspects, according to the Tampa police.

Tampa man has fond memories from Oprah's show

Nov 21, 2009 2:15 am

TV megastar Oprah Winfrey's announcement that she will quit her popular talk show after next season is hitting a Tampa man hard.

Get writing, kids: North Pole Santa letters will resume

Nov 21, 2009 1:58 am

An Alaska senator says the U.S. Postal Service is resuming a program allowing volunteers to respond to letters sent to Santa Claus in care of the North Pole, Alaska, post office.

Iorio: Families of fallen officers will not have to pay for health benefits

Nov 21, 2009 1:42 am

For more than a decade, the spouses of Tampa police officers killed in the line of duty have been offered a choice of health insurance plans at no cost to them three this year. Last, the city sent a ...

Astronauts await word of baby girl on Earth

Nov 21, 2009 1:21 am

Atlantis' astronauts anxiously awaited word today on the birth of a crewman's daughter as they moved more supplies into the International Space Station and geared up for another spacewalk.

Oregon court says teacher can't take gun to class

Nov 21, 2009 1:04 am

The Oregon Court of Appeals has rejected a request by a high school English teacher to carry a handgun at school, the latest legal setback for the teacher who says she needs the gun for protection fro...

Group issues recommendations on Rays stadium but debate continues

Nov 21, 2009 12:41 am

First, the coalition studying the Tampa Bay Rays stadium options suggested the best stadium location could be in Hillsborough County to the chagrin of St. Petersburg leaders.

Local News from Gainesville Sun via Yahoo! News

Interfaith forum to discuss 'gratitute'

Nov 21, 2009 3:06 am

By Amanda Adams Correspondent The Gainesville Interfaith Forum will meet for the first time on Tuesday for a Thanksgiving speaking event featuring four speakers from different faiths.

Oprah's departure presents problem for TV stations

Nov 21, 2009 1:51 am

The Associated Press For more than two decades, Oprah Winfrey has been the inspirational, change-your-life champion who reigned over daytime television much like Johnny Carson once ruled late night.

Woman charged with scheme to cash others' checks

Nov 21, 2009 12:51 am

By Cindy Swirko Staff writer A Gainesville woman was arrested late Thursday night on multiple charges in connection with a scheme to bilk people out of government checks totaling more than $11,000, ac...

Man convicted of raping UF sorority member 20 years ago

Nov 21, 2009 12:21 am

By Cindy Swirko Staff writer A man already serving time in prison was found guilty Friday of raping and kidnapping a University of Florida sorority member nearly 20 years ago -- charges that were brou...

Boyfriend charged with abusing toddler; mom with neglect

Nov 20, 2009 10:06 pm

By Karen Voyles Staff writer A man was arrested Friday in Williston on accusations that he molested a 2-year-old, while the man's girlfriend was arrested on accusations that she neglected the same chi...

Breakfast at Stephen Foster draws dads by the dozen

Nov 20, 2009 9:21 pm

By Karen Voyles Staff writer Fathers balanced themselves at child-sized cafeteria tables Friday morning to spend an extra hour with their sons and daughters at Stephen Foster Elementary School.

Winfrey says prayer, thought influenced ending show

Nov 20, 2009 5:06 pm

The Associated Press Holding back tears, Oprah Winfrey told her studio audience Friday that she would end her show in 2011 after a quarter-century on the air, saying "prayer and careful thought&q...

Gainesville-area jobless rate holds steady at 7.3 percent

Nov 20, 2009 5:06 pm

By Anthony Clark Business editor The Gainesville area's unemployment rate held steady at 7.3 percent for the third straight month in October after dropping from 7.8 percent in July to remain the lowes...

Fla. unemployment climbs to 11.2 percent in Oct.

Nov 20, 2009 4:06 pm

The Associated Press Florida's unemployment rate continued its steady upward climb in October at 11.2 percent.

Heidi Klum wows crowd at Victoria's Secret show

Nov 20, 2009 2:06 pm

The Associated Press Heidi Klum and her post-baby body led the parade at the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show, which returned to New York with some fresh faces after four years on the road.

Local News from FOX 30 Jacksonville via Yahoo! News

Cell spies

Nov 21, 2009 4:05 am

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Anyone could be listening in on your cell phone right now. All it takes is a computer and a cell phone.

Mysterious envelope at Palatka Tax Collector

Nov 21, 2009 2:05 am

PALATKA, Fla. -- The FBI is investigating after two people were sent to the hospital after they opened an envelope that caused skin irritation.

Headless panther found on roadside

Nov 21, 2009 1:50 am

OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. -- The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating after a decapitated panther carcass was found on the side of the road Thursday.

Update: Police shoot suspect in Northwest Jax

Nov 21, 2009 12:36 am

JACKSOVNILLE, Fla. -- A man is fighting for his life after being shot by a police officer in Northwest Jacksonville just before noon Friday.

New guidelines call for fewer pap smears

Nov 21, 2009 12:36 am

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Doctors say more accurate pap smears call for fewer screenings.

School starts neighborhood watch program

Nov 21, 2009 12:35 am

ORANGE PARK, Fla. -- In light of Somer Thompson's murder and other suspicious reports in Orange Park, W.E. Cherry has started an after-school watch program so that volunteers can keep...

Orange Park kids reporting more suspicious people

Nov 21, 2009 12:06 am

ORANGE PARK, Fla. -- Ever since Somer Thompson's murder, the Clay County Sheriff's Office is seeing an increase in the number of children reporting suspicious people and cars.

Rain on Your Weekend

Nov 20, 2009 10:35 pm

JACKSONVILLE, Fla -- The First Alert Weather Center says it's not if but when it'll rain this weekend.

Restaurant Report- New China Restaurant

Nov 20, 2009 10:05 pm

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.-- Inspectors found temperature violations and dirty hands in this kitchen.

Flooded neighborhood denied insurance money

Nov 20, 2009 10:05 pm

ORANGE PARK, Fla.-- A flawed drainage system may have caused the flood, but the county isn't paying the bill.

Local News from Bay News 9 Tampa Bay via Yahoo! News

Mike Clay blog: Thanksgiving travel not terribly stormy

Nov 21, 2009 2:33 am

Over the years, the Thanksgiving travel season is often hit with stormy weather and travel delays.

Senator: USPS to resume North Pole Santa letters

Nov 21, 2009 2:17 am

Santa's "elves" at the North Pole have been given their walking papers - but they're not going quietly.

Coalition votes on Rays stadium final draft

Nov 20, 2009 11:32 pm

Despite getting flak about its findings, a private group looking into alternatives for a new Rays stadium voted on its final draft with only some minor changes.

Road closures planned this wknd in downtown St. Pete

Nov 20, 2009 10:33 pm

Several roads in downtown St. Petersburg will be impacted by two major events this weekend.

Exclusive: Burn victim's mom sees daughter in hospital

Nov 20, 2009 10:03 pm

Audrey Mabrey's mother flew in from Texas Thursday night, and saw her daughter for the first time since the incident. Watch the story Exclusive: Suspect sent burn victim's friend eerie text Bond heari...

Casey Anthony attorneys: man who found body is suspect

Nov 20, 2009 10:02 pm

Casey Anthony's lawyers are pointing a finger at Roy Kronk - the man who found Caylee Anthony's remains. Watch the story Previous stories on the Casey Anthony case Anthony case timeline Comment on thi...

$300 million verdict for smoker with emphysema (i-poll)

Nov 20, 2009 9:32 pm

A Broward Circuit Court jury ruled for Cindy Naugle, agreeing the tobacco company's negligence was the cause of her emphysema.

Sarasota PD: officer who kicked suspect has been fired

Nov 20, 2009 8:47 pm

The police chief was suspended for two weeks without pay.

Citizens insurance rates to rise

Nov 20, 2009 6:47 pm

Citizens insures homes, businesses and condominiums whose owners otherwise might not be able to find coverage.

Fog affects morning commute for drivers

Nov 20, 2009 3:18 pm

Serious fog conditions are affecting several parts of the Bay area. See Bay area driving conditions on FDOT road cameras Bay News 9 traffic resources Friday's weather forecast