Legislature News / South Florida Sun-Sentinel

Governor Charlie Crist to face problems in Florida after return from Europe

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Governor ineffective easing economic woes, critics say

Gov. Charlie Crist returns from his European trade mission next week in time to celebrate his 52nd birthday at Palm Beach's historic Breakers hotel, where donors can pay $5,200 to get their names engraved on his birthday candles.

Federal lawsuit filed over Florida's pollution in ocean, waterways

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Charging that contaminant-laden runoff from cities and farms is fouling Florida's beaches and waterways, five environmental groups on Thursday sued the federal government for failing to set tough pollution limits.

Crist starts European trade task amid criticism from Democrats

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Gov. Charlie Crist kicks off an 11-day international trade mission, amid criticism that it's a costly and ill-timed trip.

Huge Powerball jackpots coming to Florida in January

Thu, 3 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Florida's biggest lottery payoffs might almost seem like chump change now.

Dozens of new laws take effect in state on Tuesday

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:59:00 -0400

Power companies in Florida face limits on greenhouse gases, and hurricane premiums charged by a state-backed insurer will be frozen for another year under dozens of new state laws going into effect today.

U.S. Sugar deal could enhance Gov. Charlie Crist's image within state

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 23:00:00 -0400

Standing Tuesday in the Everglades, Charlie Crist was hoping to repolish his image as Florida's environmental governor by announcing an end to the decades-old battle between Big Sugar and the state over restoring Florida's River of Grass.

Coalition lines up to oppose $9 billion-plus property tax "swap"

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 22:32:00 -0400

A broad coalition ranging from hospitals and nursing homes to the AARP and school teachers is lined up to oppose the $9 billion-plus property tax "swap" on the Nov. 4 ballot known as Amendment 5.

Ask the Governor: Debris on roads a serious issue

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 21:35:00 -0400

Q. A couple of months ago while traveling on I-95 near Daytona Beach, the truck in front of me lost the tread on one of its tires. Because of traffic, I could not swerve to avoid hitting the debris, which caused $1,500 damage to my auto. While talking to my insurance adjuster about my claim, I learned that there are many such collisions between cars and retread tire debris on Florida roads. Later, I learned that two of my friends had similar experiences within the last two years. Why does the state of Florida allow trucks on our roads using retread tires that won't hold up and disintegrate under normal road conditions? These tires leave hazardous and unsightly debris on the roads and right-of-way. I don't think anyone can drive more than a few hundred feet on any interstate without seeing such trash. I suggest that next time you drive on an interstate, please take note of such debris.

Ask the Governor: Let's support mass transit

Thu, 22 May 2008 20:26:00 -0400

Q. Why doesn't one city take the initiative and set up a reliable transportation system to be a model for other cities in Florida? This state has no level of excellence to aspire to. By reliable, I mean on-time performance and easy transfer connections. I have heard that in Canada, passengers set their watch by the bus system. A city without a mass transit system is not much of a city.

Ask The Governor: Give people the second chance they truly deserve

Thu, 15 May 2008 20:07:00 -0400

Q. I would like to know why there aren't more resources to help felons find jobs. I made some pretty stupid choices when I was younger, and I have paid my debt to society. I haven't been in any trouble with the law for a few years now and I have recently graduated from the Florida Educational Center with a 4.0 GPA and yet I still can't find a job that's willing to hire me. How long must I pay mentally and physically for the crimes I committed and paid for with a year of my life?