Nuclear power is becoming a more popular option in the Sunshine State. But as Trimmel Gomes reports, the cost to build and upgrade nuclear plants is being passed on to consumers.

Governor Charlie Crist - along with a number of child advocates - toured a new project blending professional artistry with the goal of raising awareness towards adoption. Trimmel Gomes has more.

Florida’s tourism officials will soon decide whether the state’s number one revenue generator, beach-based tourism, can coexist with offshore oil drilling. As Trimmel Gomes reports, some think the two will have to go hand in hand.

Offshore oil drilling has long been resisted by Florida’s tourism officials because of fears it could damage the environment and put the billions of dollars generated by tourism at risk. But as public opinion shifts in favor of offshore drilling, tourism officials are giving the industry a chance to plead their case. Trimmel Gomes reports…

Fuel shortages in parts of the Southeastern U-S could persist as refiners continue to recover after hurricanes Ike and Gustav. But some hard hit areas in north Florida that have seen long lines and empty pumps are slowly recovering. Trimmel Gomes reports.

Tropical Storm Hanna is not expected to make a direct hit on Florida but officials are concerned about the potential rainfall it will bring to areas already drenched by Tropical Storm Fay. Trimmel Gomes reports.

Florida emergency management officials are starting to shift their focus from Tropical storm Hanna to Hurricane Ike, now a category 3 storm further out in the Atlantic. Trimmel Gomes reports.

Governor Charlie Crist says he knows people are already becoming weary of storms but he is urging Floridians to stay vigilant. Trimmel Gomes has more.

There is no certainty Hanna will hit Florida but Governor Charlie Crist has issued a precautionary state of emergency as the storm approaches. Trimmel Gomes reports.

Governor Charlie Crist was talked-up as a potential V-P pick for Republican Senator John McCain, but all that ended when McCain chose Alaska Governor Sarah Palin instead. Governor Crist is still scheduled to appear at the convention, but with all several approaching tropical systems he’s expected to skip the celebration in St. Paul. Trimmel Gomes reports.