Florida agencies have spent only about 40 percent of their share of federal stimulus money, creating a limited impact on the state's job market.

Florida agencies have spent only about 40 percent of their share of federal stimulus money, creating a limited impact on the state's job market.

A line of thunderstorms extending from Fort Myers through Venice is moving north at 20 mph.

Five people were injured Saturday morning when a car slammed into the back of a Road Ranger truck that stopped to help a Highway Patrol trooper's disabled car.

Winemaker Steve Bird has had his wish upon a star granted with two wines selected by Walt Disney World for its 2011 core wine list.The two signature wines - 2008 Bird Sauvignon Blanc and 2008 Bird Big Barrel Pinot Noir - are to...

No matter what they try, the San Diego Padres just keep losing. The NL West-leading Padres lost their 10th straight game Sunday as Melvin Mora hit a go-ahead single that sent the Colorado Rockies to a 4-2 win. "We have a sense of urgency right now," Padres pitcher Clayton Richard said. "We have a special opportunity and we are going to do every thing in our control to take advantage...

Final cuts may have been made yesterday, but that doesn't mean the Miami Dolphins are finished shaping their roster before the regular season begins next week. The Dolphins made eight roster moves in all Sunday, including placing cornerback Will Allen on injured reserve and terminating the contracts of veteran guard Cory Procter and defensive ends Marques Douglas and Charles Grant. Additionally ...

We regret that the 1st Annual Matt Camp Classic, scheduled to be held Saturday September 4th, 2010 between Redwater (Redwater, Texas) High School and The Prep (Bradenton, Florida) will not occur as planned, due to Redwater ISD canceling the game.

Amid all the offensive problems Florida Gators fans are currently concerned about — the bad snaps, stagnant passing game, conservative play-calling — there is one glaring problem that seems to be flying a bit under the radar.

Amid all the offensive problems Florida Gators fans are currently concerned about — the bad snaps, stagnant passing game, conservative play-calling — there is one glaring problem that seems to be flying a bit under the radar.

Florida running backs Mike Gillislee, Jeff Demps live up to hype

Florida running backs Mike Gillislee, Jeff Demps live up to hype

AAA officials say Labor Day travel in the state of Florida is projected to increase 3.9 percent from last year with an estimated 1.5 million people traveling by automobile.

AAA officials say Labor Day travel in the state of Florida is projected to increase 3.9 percent from last year with an estimated 1.5 million people traveling by automobile.

The MEAC/SWAC Challenge will remain in Orlando through 2013.

Florida's three-game weekend series against NL East rival Atlanta ended Sunday without any ceremony for departing Braves manager Bobby Cox, who criticized Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria earlier this season.

Florida's three-game weekend series against NL East rival Atlanta ended Sunday without any ceremony for departing Braves manager Bobby Cox, who criticized Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria earlier this season.

A brand new report on the state of Florida's unemployed released Sunday shows the future is bleak for at least another four years.

Coming off a convincing 5-0 victory over Jacksonville to stat the regular season, the UCF men's soccer team welcomes Florida Atlantic to Orlando Monday at 3 p.m. It will be the last time the Knights will be at home until the Conference USA opener vs. SMU Oct. 2 at 7 p.m.

Local eateries, stores and retailers across Florida advertise deals on mobile apps and location-based Web sites Want to go bowling in Boca Raton on the cheap? Get a free cup of coffee in Orlando? Cop a free meal in Fort Lauderdale?

Local eateries, stores and retailers across Florida advertise deals on mobile apps and location-based Web sites Want to go bowling in Boca Raton on the cheap? Get a free cup of coffee in Orlando? Cop a free meal in Fort Lauderdale?

Ohio State-Miami is a grudge match. Penn State visits champion Alabama. Then there's Michigan-Notre Dame, which should be even more fun to watch without having to worry about Rich Rodriguez's job, Dennis Dodd says. Rich Rodriguez - Alabama - Michigan - Ohio State University - Pennsylvania State University

MIAMI, Sept. 5 (UPI) -- Scott Cousins delivered a pinch-hit RBI single in the bottom of the 10th inning Sunday, handing the Florida Marlins a 7-6 decision over Atlanta. Florida Marlins - Scott Cousins - Major League Baseball - Pinch hitter - sport

Good news for Labor Day beachgoers. The southern stretch of Crandon Beach has been deemed safe for swimming again. Sunday afternoon, the Miami-Dade County Health Department lifted the swimming advisory for Crandon Park South.

FORT MYERS, FL (September 5th, 2010) - The Miracle scored seven runs in a wild fourth innings by the Mets, and added five more in the eighth, as they cruised to a 12-2 victory in the final game of the 2010 season. Fort Myers finished with an overall record of 64-74, and 36-32 in the second half.

No. 4 Florida could be without starting cornerback Moses Jenkins next week against South Florida.

Should teachers, students 'friend' each other?

USF's season opener Saturday night against Stony Brook drew an announced crowd of 40,201, and while that was down slightly from the announced crowd of 40,360 from last year's opener against Wofford, there were actually more fans in the seats. The actual attendance -- literally the fans in the stands -- was 32,870, according to the Tampa Sports Authority (the announced figure is for tickets ...

Want to talk about the upcoming Florida-USF game? Join Times college football writers Antonya English and Greg Auman for a live chat Wednesday, Sept. 8 from noon to 1 p.m. Can't make it? Leave a question in the "Comments'' area below, then check back later to replay the chat. Florida-USF chat