New security screening equipment at Miami International and other airports across the country is raising privacy concerns. While these so-called "whole body imaging" machines can reveal weapons or explosives, they also allows screeners to see travelers body parts. Michael Hibblen has more.

In their native countries the Old World Climbing Fern and the Brazilian Pepper act as important members of the natural ecology. In Florida, though, they’re aggressive exotics – and the South Florida Water Management District is looking for new ways to control them. WGCU’s John Davis has more.

The oldest living manatee in captivity turns sixty Monday. Snooty has spent his life at the Parker Manatee Aquarium at the South Florida Museum in Bradenton. WGCU’s Valerie Alker has more.

The deadline to get a free tree from the City of Sarasota is approaching. All city residents have to do is pledge to care for the sapling. WGCU’s Mike Kiniry has more on Sarasota’s Green Canopy Program.

State Farm Florida is facing some skeptical state officials as it files a request for a 47-percent hike in homeowners’ insurance rates. Margie Menzel reports.

The state’s top economists are out with a forecast that says Florida’s economy is not likely to improve before next June. Margie Menzel reports.

The National Weather Service says two and a half inches of rain fell on Fort Myers Wednesday. So far, ten inches of rainfall have been recorded this month. While rainy weather can ruin a day at the beach, water managers say everyone benefits in the end. WGCU's John Davis reports.

The city of Key West is known for its free roaming chickens. The City of Cape Coral doesn’t want a similar association. WGCU’s Valerie Alker explains…

Florida Power and Light is planning to build a series of solar arrays across the state. As WGCU’s Luis Hernandez reports, the cost may fall on FPL customers.

The state’s largest PRIVATE insurer is seeking a 47 percent increase in premiums from homeowners for the coming year. Bobbie O’Brien has more.