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    Apr 25, 2013 | Orlando Sentinel

  1. Senate waters down Orange-inspired sick-leave bill, removes 'living wage' preemption

    Tallahassee Bureau Chief
    TALLAHASSEE -- In response to Orange County's legal fight over sick-time, the Senate is ditching a connected legislative push to nullify "living wage" laws on the books in several cities and counties. Sen. David Simmons, R-Altamonte Springs, pushed an...

    Tags: Career and Workplace, Gainesville, Elections, Voting, Fort Lauderdale

    2. Apr 25, 2013 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  2. Senate dumps 'living wage' provision of sick-time bill

    TALLAHASSEE — In response to Orange County's legal fight over sick time, the Senate is ditching a connected legislative push to nullify "living wage" laws on the books in several cities and counties.
    TALLAHASSEE — In response to Orange County's legal fight over sick time, the Senate is ditching a connected legislative push to nullify "living wage" laws on the books in several cities and counties. Sen. David Simmons, R-Altamonte Springs, pushed...

    Tags: Career and Workplace, Gainesville, Labor Legislation, Altamonte Springs, Politics

    3. Apr 25, 2013 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  3. Drug-trafficking suspect arrested after chase through 5 counties

    A suspected Orange County drug dealer was arrested late Wednesday after he led authorities on a high-speed chase through five Central Florida counties, authorities said. Thomas Loncala, 47, fled law enforcement in Orlando and traveled east into...

    Tags: Drug Trafficking, Methamphetamine (drug), Crime, Law and Justice, Orlando, Prosecution

    4. Apr 25, 2013 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  4. Region's air generally healthy, though Orange County's ozone levels not very good

    The air is typically terrible in Los Angeles, Houston and Washington. By contrast, most every breath is refreshingly clean in Bellingham, Wash.; Cheyenne, Wyo.; and Asheville, N.C.
    The air is typically terrible in Los Angeles, Houston and Washington. By contrast, most every breath is refreshingly clean in Bellingham, Wash.; Cheyenne, Wyo.; and Asheville, N.C. Somewhere in between is Florida, where the air quality is decent —...

    Tags: Air Pollution, Hillsborough County, American Lung Association, Orlando, Environmental Pollution

    5. Apr 23, 2013 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  5. Need a car for an hour? Downtown Orlando soon may have that option

    Downtown Orlando could have cars that rent by the hour or even by the minute this fall as the city readies itself for the SunRail commuter train.
    Downtown Orlando could have cars that rent by the hour or even by the minute this fall as the city readies itself for the SunRail commuter train. So-called car-share programs appeal to people who do not need an automobile for an entire day, much less...

    Tags: Downtown Orlando, Orlando, Education, Lake Eola, Colleges and Universities

    6. Apr 24, 2013 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  6. Orlando toll-road agency opposes regional board

    Orlando's main road-building agency remains cool to the idea of expanding into a regional authority that includes representatives from Lake, Seminole and Osceola counties.
    Orlando's main road-building agency remains cool to the idea of expanding into a regional authority that includes representatives from Lake, Seminole and Osceola counties. "I'm a bit concerned we are giving up a lot with little in return," said Walter...

    Tags: Teresa Jacobs, Regional Authority, Altamonte Springs, Politics

    7. Apr 24, 2013 | Orlando Sentinel

  7. Simmons may opt for sick time bill that kills local wage rules too

    State Sen. David Simmons said he may abandon his bill that would block local governments from adopting mandatory sick time benefits, and substitute it for a measure that would also would also kill living wage measures.
    State Sen. David Simmons, R-Altamonte Springs, said he may abandon his bill that would block local governments from adopting mandatory sick time benefits, such as one pending in Orange County, and go for something broader. Instead, Simmons said he may...

    Tags: Lobbying, Gainesville, Crime, Law and Justice, Gay Rights, Amusement and Theme Parks

    8. Apr 23, 2013 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  8. Wedgefield seeks exemption from county wetlands rules, threatening Econ River

    To the growing alarm of environmentalists, Florida lawmakers are trying to strip Orange County of its ability to protect wetlands in Wedgefield, a suburban community set among soggy pine and cypress forests along the Econlockhatchee River.
    To the growing alarm of environmentalists, Florida lawmakers are trying to strip Orange County of its ability to protect wetlands in Wedgefield, a suburban community set among soggy pine and cypress forests along the Econlockhatchee River. Arguing that...

    Tags: Thad Altman, Orlando, Osceola County, Seminole County, St. Johns River Water Management District

    9. Apr 22, 2013 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  9. Orange bus stop benches may face more oversight

    Hundreds of benches dot Orange County's roads, providing rest for the weary and free space for nonprofit groups to promote themselves, as well as a steady stream of private advertising revenue.
    Hundreds of benches dot Orange County's roads, providing rest for the weary and free space for nonprofit groups to promote themselves, as well as a steady stream of private advertising revenue. But changes in state law and an expiring long-term...

    Tags: Advertising, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Osceola County, Seminole County, Winter Park

    10. Apr 5, 2013 | Orlando Sentinel

  10. President John Hitt celebrated UCF's accomplishments at 50th anniversary event this morning

    UCF President John Hitt praised and celebrated the university's accomplishments over the past five decades during a State of the University breakfast this morning.
    Sentinel School Zone
    UCF President John Hitt praised and celebrated the university's accomplishments over the past five decades during a State of the University breakfast this morning. He also unveiled a special edition Coca-Cola that will be available to those who attend...

    Tags: U.S. Secret Service, University of Central Florida Arena, Coca-Cola Co., Education, John Hitt

    11. Feb 19, 2013 |Story| Orlando Sentinel

  11. Suspect roamed free before killing despite home confinement, records show

    Bessman Okafor wasn't supposed to leave his house without permission as he awaited trial for a violent May home invasion that could have sent him to prison for life.
    Orlando Sentinel
    Bessman Okafor wasn't supposed to leave his house without permission as he awaited trial for a violent May home invasion that could have sent him to prison for life. But court records obtained by the Orlando Sentinel show Okafor was anything but...

    Tags: Theft, Crime, Law and Justice, Justice System, Murder, Prosecution

    12. Feb 21, 2013 | Orlando Sentinel

  12. Buddy Dyer talks to News 13’s ‘Political Connections’; WFTV’s ‘Spotlight’ goes to Daytona International Speedway

    The TV Guy - Orlando Sentinel
    In local public-affairs programming this weekend: Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer talks about his decade in office on “Political Connections.” The program airs at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Sunday on Central Florida News 13. In an interview with Ybeth...
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