School's zero-tolerance policies would be more tolerant if Gov. Charlie Crist signs a bill passed by the Legislature. ...more

May 1, 2009

One of Gov. Charlie Crist's top priorities may be in trouble on the final day before lawmakers turn their focus on a budget agreement. ...more

May 1, 2009

The Florida House has passed a measure that toughens the state's seat belt law. ...more

April 29, 2009

The Senate has passed a hurricane insurance bill that raises rates on more than 1 million customers of the Citizens Property Insurance Corp. ...more

April 28, 2009

After enduring criticism that they've been waiting too long, Gov. Charlie Crist and Education Commissioner Eric J. Smith now have formally applied for the state's share of the federal stimulus money for public schools. ...more

April 28, 2009

Gov. Charlie Crist says he would approve license plates with the image of a cross and an image of Jesus if they make it to his desk. ...more

April 27, 2009

Florida's 11 public universities could soon have the authority to raise tuition by up to 15 percent a year until the rate reaches the national average. ...more

April 27, 2009

WHAT'S NEXT A proposal in the state Legislature to lift the state's offshore drilling ban now goes to the House for a vote. If it's approved there, the Senate and Gov. Charlie Crist would have to approve it before it could become law. ...more

April 22, 2009

Circuit Judge Richard L. Greco Jr. of Tampa has become Hillsborough County's newest county judge. ...more

April 18, 2009

Former circuit court judge Richard L. Greco Jr. of Tampa has become Hillsborough County's newest county judge. ...more

April 17, 2009