U.S. Senator Mel Martinez announced Tuesday that he will not seek re-election in 2010. But the Orlando Republican says he has no intention of stepping down before his term comes to an end. David Pitman reports.

Voters in Southwest Florida helped send Democratic State Senator Dave Aronberg back to Tallahassee for four more years. WGCU’s Valerie Alker reports.

With less than a week to go before Election Day Democratic Congressman Tim Mahoney is once again making public appearances. As Jill Roberts tells us despite recent scandals, the Congressman appeared confident and relaxed in addressing the Farm City BBQ in Fort Pierce.

Republicans are fighting to maintain their hold of the Florida House. In the race for Seat 71, Republican Ken Roberson is facing Democrat Betty Gissendanner. Republican Michael Grant vacated the seat to run for state Senate. WGCU’s Luis Hernandez has this report on the two candidates looking for their first shot at Tallahassee.

First term state lawmaker, Republican Doug Holder, is facing off against Democrat Sam Rosenfeld to represent House District 70 in Tallahassee. The District includes much of Sarasota County, reaching from Siesta Key to Nokomis and Englewood. WGCU’s Valerie Alker spoke to the candidates and has this report.

Charlotte County residents have a choice of four candidates in this year's Sheriff's race. Outgoing Sheriff John Davenport is leaving after just four years on the job. WGCU's Valerie Alker spoke to the men who want to replace him and has this report.

Supporters of Florida’s constitutional ban on gay marriage ramped up their efforts on Wednesday. Tom Flanigan reports.

Sponsors of a constitutional amendment to ban gay marriage have begun a two-part advertising campaign. As James Call reports they say the other side
is trying to scare voters about the proposal.

Political watchers are downgrading Florida Democrat Tim Mahoney’s chances of holding on to his congressional seat. This after revelations of an extramarital affair and allegations that Mahoney misused campaign money. Todd Zwillich reports.

A national non-profit Hispanic group is suing the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles over a new specialty license plate that says "Hispanics Settled Florida". WGCU’s Luis Hernandez has this report.