Florida pastor ignores Petraeus' warning not to burn Qurans on 9/11

ORLANDO, Fla. — The pastor of a tiny Gainesville, Fla., church refused to heed pleas Tuesday from Gen. David Petraeus, the U.S. commander in Afghanistan, and religious leaders to abandon plans to mark Saturday's anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with a bonfire fueled by 200 copies of the Quran, the Islamic holy book.

Football: Lightning unleashes storm in Florida

Hurricane Earl was upstaged Thursday in Orlando, Fla., with Legacy football creating a storm in the Sunshine State. The Lighting struck Florida`s Class 2A semifinalist Chaminade-Madonna with an electric finish.

Fort Myers attorney Jeff Garvin selected as one of best in nation

Fort Myers attorney Jeff Garvin was recently selected by his peers for inclusion in "The Best Lawyers in America" 2011 in the specialties of personal...

West County booters poised for strong soccer season

The West County has long been a hot-bed for boys high school soccer, thanks in large part to the strong El Mo teams of the early 90’s, and the nearly two decades of dominance enjoyed by Analy.

Florida church to burn Korans

A small Florida church has brushed aside global outrage and vowed to go ahead with burning about 200 Korans.

USF Women's Club celebrates 50 years

University of South Florida President Judy Genshaft will be the featured speaker when the USF Women's Club celebrates its 50th anniversary with its scholarship luncheon Sept. 20.

'Burn A Koran' Church Holds News Conference

Leaders of a small Florida church will hold a news conference at 2 p.m. to discuss plans to burn copies of the Muslim holy book on Sept. 11.

Fort Myers golfer's second ace in 18 months stirs friendly razzing

Where: Timbergate Golf Course, Edinburgh, Ind., No. 8, 165 yards, 5-rescue

Florida finds no wrongdoing in FPL investigation

State investigators have found no criminal wrongdoing by Florida Power and Light Co. after an anonymous employee complaint.

Florida pastor says going ahead with Koran burning

MIAMI (Reuters) - An obscure U.S. Christian pastor whose plan to burn copies of the Koran on September 11 has sparked an international outcry said on Wednesday he will still go ahead with the event despite U.S. official warnings it will endanger American troops in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Commentary: UM, FSU willing to take risks on fall Saturdays

Florida church says Koran burning will go ahead

A small Florida church Wednesday brushed aside global outrage and vowed to go ahead with burning some 200 Korans, as local officials drew up plans to try to tamp down the protest.

News by location

Get local and national news updates via E-mail. NEW YORK (AP) - Hank Aaron's verdict on baseball's steroid scandal: "Saddened."

Miami man accused in $2 million burglary ring sentenced to five years in prison

A Miami man who allegedly played a part in a $2 million high-end burglary ring was sentenced to five years in prison, the state attorney general's office announced Wednesday.

Third Annual Orlando Food & Wine Fest Pairs Culinary Treats with Live Entertainment

ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Guests enjoy world-class entertainment during the third annual Orlando Food & Wine Fest, November 13 and 14 at Lake Eola. Advance “click and print” tickets are available beginning September 14, 2010.

Florida State linebacker Mister Alexander arrested for failure to appear

Florida State starting linebacker Mister Alexander was arrested for a failure to appear. No word yet from FSU on what this may mean for this weekend's game at Oklahoma.

West Liberty’s vision unveiled: a four-part series

For the next three weeks, the West Liberty Index will outline visual, transportation and signage needs identified by West Liberty’s participation in the 2010 Iowa’s Living Roadways Community Visioning Program.

FSU Linebacker Arrested

Florida State football player, Mister Alexander, was arrested on failure to appear in court.

Cape Verde on alert as Tropical Storm Igor forms

MIAMI, Florida (AFP) - Tropical Storm Igor formed Wednesday in the eastern Atlantic and took aim for the Caribbean, prompting the government of Cape Verde to place its citizens on alert.

Beverly's Jewelers teams up with Miami Heat

Fort Lauderdale , Fla.—Beverly's Jewelers, the South Florida retailer with three stores in the Fort Lauderdale area, is now the official jeweler of NBA defending champions the Miami Heat . The retailer is also the new presenting sponsor of the Heat's dance team, the Miami Heat Dancers.

Notice to Rhonda Breard Victims: Law Firm of David R. Chase, P.A., Headed by Former SEC Prosecutor, Announces Its ...

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- The Law Firm of David R. Chase, P.A., representing defrauded investors nationwide and headed by former SEC Prosecutor, David R. Chase, announces that it is investigating potential arbitration claims against ING Financial Partners, Inc. for losses sustained by client victims of Rhonda Breard.

Florida's Citizens Says Sinkhole Claims Forcing Proposed Rate Hike

At a hearing yesterday before the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation, Citizens Property Insurance Corp. officials blamed sinkholes as the major reason the public insurer needs a rate ...

BankUnited focuses on Orlando market for expansion

BankUnited, the largest financial institution based in Florida, has opened a loan office in Orlando and plans to establish new branches across Central Florida, the bank said this week.

Miami Dolphins Beef Up Return Game, Sign Pro Bowler Clifton Smith

The Miami Dolphins have made major strides in beefing up their return game today, signing former Buccaneers' Pro Bowl return specialist Clifton Smith to a contract. The Dolphins already had an open spot on their 53-man active roster, having waived offensive lineman Joe Reitz on Tuesday. Primarily a guard, Reitz had been claimed off waivers from the Baltimore Ravens just two days before. Smith ...

Tampa needs to provide refuge for manatees

If the Hillsborough River gets too cool, city will have to divert warmer water from Sulphur Springs

Florida Mom Mistaken For Alleged Prostitute

An Orlando mother was arrested after disembarking from a cruise ship, mistaken for a suspected prostitute wanted in central Florida.

Florida church says Koran burning will go ahead

A small Florida church Wednesday brushed aside global outrage and vowed to go ahead with burning some 200 Korans, as local officials drew up plans to try to tamp down the protest.

The Rock -- Miami Will 'Stomp' Ohio State

Filed under: Dwayne Johnson , TMZ Sports There's nothing better than college football trash talk -- especially when Dwayne " The Rock " Johnson is the one talking the smack. Johnson -- who used to play football for The University of Miami -- predicted that his Hurricanes will deliver a… Read more

Brian C. Smith, South Florida theater pioneer, dies at 70

South Florida's theater community lost one of its pioneering figures when producer-director Brian C. Smith died at his Fort Lauderdale home just before midnight Tuesday.

Arrest made in Fort Myers purse snatching

FORT MYERS: A 36-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a July purse snatching outside a Fort Myers store.

Two arrested in Florida on terror charges

MIAMI, Sept. 8 (UPI) -- A Palestinian and a Cuban migrant were arrested in Florida on charges of attempting to buy firearms and explosives destined for the West Bank, authorities said. Florida - West Bank - Palestinian people - Firearm - United States

USF's Mistral Raymond an unlikely leader

Two years ago, Mistral Raymond walked into a South Florida practice unannounced, highlight tape in hand. The Bulls coaches had never heard of him. On Saturday, Raymond will walk into The Swamp as one of the most valuable players on the USF defense. The story of how he got to this point is one of perseverance and a primal need to protect one's family. "He had to get here the hard way, so he ...

Conchs upset Homestead's Broncos

In what was Key West High's biggest road football victory in years, the Conchs defeated Homestead, 14-12, Friday night in the regular-season opener. Homestead, a 6A team, had been ranked 16th in South Florida by the Miami Herald.

Blasters place fifth in world series

The Indiana Blasters 12U fastpitch softball team from Newburgh recently placed fifth at the USSSA World Series, held at Disney's ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Fla., July 24 through 31. The Blasters also received the Sportsmanship Award, given by the USSSA to one team in the field of 36.

Florida man pleads guilty to charges in Hawaii

(AP:HONOLULU) A Florida man has pleaded guilty to federal charges that he bilked four Hawaii investors out of $250,000, and admitted he bilked scores of others in what prosecutors said was a classic Ponzi scheme.

Key West fine-tuning 2010-11 budget

A month after city staff hammered out numbers and gave a preliminary budget presentation to the Key West City Commission, the city's proposed spending plan for 2010-11 remains virtually unchanged.

Marco Rubio: 'I represent the things I stand for'

Florida Senate candidate Marco Rubio’s campaign is more complicated than it used to be. Miami, Florida (CNN) - For Marco Rubio, life was simpler when it was tea time all the time. When he was gunning for the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate in Florida, the former speaker of the Florida House of Representatives [...]

Reminder: Florida-USF chat at noon

A quick reminder that Times college football writers Antonya English and Greg Auman will be chatting live today at noon to talk about Saturday's game between eighth-ranked Florida and USF. No matter which team you're rooting for, we've got you covered, so bring your questions. Can't make it? Leave a question in the "Comments'' area below, then check back later to replay the chat. You can follow ...

Florida man pleads guilty to charges in Hawaii

A Florida man has pleaded guilty to federal charges that he bilked four Hawaii investors out of $250,000, and admitted he bilked scores of others in what prosecutors said was a classic Ponzi scheme.

Reminder: USF-Florida chat at noon

A quick reminder that Times college football writers Greg Auman and Antonya English will be chatting live today at noon to talk about Saturday's game between eighth-ranked Florida and USF. No matter which team you're rooting for, we've got you covered, so bring your questions. Can't make it? Leave a question in the "Comments'' area below, then check back later to replay the chat. You can follow ...

Labor Day crowds generally well-behaved

Crowds came to enjoy the good weather that arrived with the long Labor Day weekend in the Keys. "It seems to have been at least as busy as last year's Labor Day, and probably better," said Judy Hull, executive director of the Islamorada Chamber of Commerce.

Key West group: Get moving on Truman site

Members of an ad-hoc group calling themselves the Key West Commoners envision a multi-use public space with minimal development at the largely barren 33-acre Truman Waterfront property.

What your cubicle says about you?

"My cubicle tells others three things that are of utmost importance to me -- faith, family and my small business," says Carmin Wharton, an educator from Tampa, Florida.

Sugilanon: Namista ang gugma

Mar O. Rabaya Sarasota, Florida, U.S.A. read more

Florida minister: Sept. 11 Quran burn still planned

GAINESVILLE, Fla. - The leader of a small Florida church that espouses anti-Islam philosophy said Wednesday he was determined to go through with his plan to burn copies of the Quran on Sept. 11, despite pressure from the White House, religious leaders and others to call it off. Talk about this topic

Tampa, Florida-based medical institution purchases Streamline Health's document workflow solutions

Streamline Health Solutions, Inc. a leading provider of document workflow solutions for hospitals, today announced that a leading Tampa, Florida-based medical institution has purchased three additional workflow licenses to expand the use of Streamline Health's document workflow solutions to help optimize business processes across the enterprise and improve operational efficiencies. Streamline ...

Disney Resorts Barking Up A New Tree

Walt Disney World is going to the dogs, and man's best friend couldn't be happier.

Orlando woman, mistakenly arrested in Broward, returns to Central Florida

Paola Londono, 31, was mistaken for a 24-year-old with the same name wanted in Osceola County A clerical error at the Osceola County Sheriff's Office appears to have sparked the arrest of an Orlando mother who was mistaken for a suspected prostitute when she got off a cruise ship over the weekend.

Natural Gas Station Opens In Fort Lauderdale

South Florida's first natural gas station is open for business in Fort Lauderdale.

William Underhill, 62

William Alan "Bill" Underhill, 62, of Sarasota, Fla., formerly of Lafayette, died May 25, 2010, at his residence.