Obama, Congress Must Stand Up for American Workers
Unemployment insurance, along with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP, formerly known as food stamps, have kept families out of poverty and as a result boosted sales and steadied the economy as families are able to keep up with their mortgages and rent and afford necessities even as they face high unemployment, a recent article by the Center for American Progress states.
Orlando Doctor Busted in Fen-Phen Claims Scheme
An Orlando doctor was charged on Tuesday with 13 counts of mail fraud and wire fraud in connection with a scheme to submit fraudulent Fen-Phen claims, the U.S. Attorney’s office said today.
Amway Center goes Red for World AIDS Day
The Amway Center Tower, one of Orlando’s newest and most iconic landmarks, will be illuminated red to mark World AIDS Day on Wednesday, December 1st and raise awareness of the commitment of the global health community to work together to virtually eliminate the transmission of HIV from mother to child by 2015.
First KaBoom! Playground Opens in Brevard County
On Monday, November 29, representatives from Harris Corporation, KaBoom!, the Orlando Magic, Diamond Community School and residents of the Palm Bay community joined area youth in celebration of the opening of the first KaBoom! playground in Brevard County.
Orlando Police Arrest Four Burglary Suspects
Four suspects are behind bars for a string of burglaries in the College Park and Rosemont neighborhoods, Orlando Police officers said. Two of the suspects, a female driver and the lone man arrested today have also been charged with attempted homicide on a Law Enforcement Officer after they tried to flee, almost hitting one of officers with a motor vehicle.
Florida Has 9 of the Worst Housing Markets Nationwide
Of the 15 housing markets that will fall the most by 2012, Florida accounts for nine of them, according to S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Index released on Tuesday. These are: Orlando, Pensacola, Cape Coral, West Palm Beach, Punta Gorda, Fort Lauderdale, Gainesville, Miami and Naples,
James Martin, Attempted Murder Suspect, Captured
James Martin, who has been on the run from police since November 23, for attempted murder of his wife, professional boxer Christy Martin, was captured on Tuesday, after a ground search.
Lawmaker Wants Sales Tax from Cyber Sales
A Florida lawmaker would like to see sales taxes collected from online out-of-state and mail-order retailers, particularly in light of the $2.5 billion budget gap which the state faces and the growing trend in Internet sales. Rep. Michelle Rehwinkel Vasilinda, D-Tallahassee, believes that Florida is losing out on millions in online sales taxes receipts.
Crist, Scott Host Menorah Lighting Ceremony
Gov. Charlie Crist and Gov.-elect Rick Scott served as co-hosts for a Hanukah menorah-lighting ceremony Monday night at the Governor’s Mansion, with the two men touting the transition.
FDLE to Host Stolen Jewelry Showing
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement will host a showing of stolen jewelry recovered following a multi-agency investigation of a high-end burglary ring dubbed the “Dinner Set Crew.” Six individuals were arrested in June for a series of residential burglaries in south Florida. In each incident, the suspects entered a home, typically through a rear more »
