Launching an all-out media blitz as his impeachment trial draws near, Gov. Rod Blagojevich compared himself Friday to an honest, hardworking cowboy and said he was about to be lynched by a band of black-hatted political insiders eager to raise taxes. ...more

January 24, 2009

A millage cap of 2.75 would likely pass, said the state representative who decided last month to cut it. ...more

January 16, 2009

If given a choice, would Hillsborough County school employees choose layoffs and salary cuts to help close a multimillion-dollar deficit, or would they take a few days off without pay? As the head of the teachers union put it, it's like asking, "Would you rather cut off your right arm or your left leg?" But the district wants their input. School officials circulated a survey to 25,000 employees this week, asking for their thoughts on the grim options they're considering to save as much as $55 million. ...more

January 15, 2009

At least 34 Florida businesses would be eligible to obtain low-interest loans from the state to help them expand under a bill lawmakers passed Wednesday. ...more

January 15, 2009

GAMBLING: Frustrated by jurisdictional issues, lawmakers look for ways to crack down on businesses that work with the Seminole Indians to offer blackjack and other casino-style games. ...more

January 14, 2009

At a time when Florida has to cut funding for schools, nursing homes and the disabled, only the most zealous environmentalist would oppose trimming the state's land acquisition program. ...more

January 9, 2009

Gov. Charlie Crist is asking economic development leaders to help him persuade lawmakers to create a pilot program that would provide loans to growing businesses. ...more

January 7, 2009