Millions of Americans are taking to the roads this holiday weekend. That means more patrolmen on the lookout. WGCU’s Luis Hernandez reports on the Florida Highway Patrol's efforts to try and keep the Labor Day death statistics as low as possible this year.

Sarasota County Commissioners are looking to renew an extra penny sales tax for another 15 years. The tax would generate an estimated 1.4 billion dollars for infrastructure improvements and other construction projects. WGCU's John Davis reports.

Ohio Congressman Dennis Kucinich prides himself on being an
outsider. But now in his quest for the White House, he’s calling on a Florida
activist to get his campaign on the inside track. James Call reports.

For many who live in Immokalee…struggle is not a part of life…it is life. The poor farm worker town has its share of broken down buildings and dilapidated trailers. But even in a town many would rather ignore there are those who won’t give up. WGCU’s Luis Hernandez reports on a man who is finding a way to provide Immokalee families with a better alternative.

Governor Charlie Crist concedes that he probably promised too much
when he said property tax rates would drop like a rock. But as James Call
reports the governor says his effort to bring lower rates to Florida is a work in progress.

The outgoing President of Metropolitan State University in Minneapolis-St. Paul was at the school's helm for 7 years. He oversaw a number of transitions - including opening a new campus. Now Florida Gulf Coast University will have the benefit of Dr. Wilson Bradshaw's experience. WGCU's Valerie Alker reports.

As Hurricane Season once again threatens Florida residents and their homes, the state is sending out inspectors in an effort to strengthen houses against hurricane damage. WGCU's John Davis has this look at the My Safe Florida Home program.

One of Florida’s early learning programs is turning two. Trimmel Gomes has more.

Florida Democrats are concerned Republicans will have an upper hand in the 2008 general election. That’s because the state Democratic Party could lose Convention delegates for holding a January 29th presidential primary. Florida Public Radio’s John Sepulvado reports that’s having an impact on Democratic campaigning in the state.

The use of corn ethanol as an alternative fuel source is cause of much debate. So Florida and Lee County officials are looking further. Lieutenant Governor Jeff Kottcamp joined Lee County Commissioner Ray Judah and others to plant the first of a unique tree last week in Orange River Park. WGCU’s Luis Hernandez reports how some feel this tree is a better alternative as a bio-fuel, yet it’s not all good news.