Brevard Corruption Case Morphs Into Public Records Battle
In hopes of avoiding involvement in a public corruption case, an economic development operation in Brevard County contends it is not subject to the state’s open records laws.
National Group Says Enterprise Florida Is Misusing Taxpayer Funds
A new national report criticizes the use of public-private partnerships for economic development in several states, including Florida.
Proposal Would Allow Florida Universities To Withhold Names Of Candidates For Top Jobs
A proposed law before the Florida Legislature would allow state universities to withhold personal information for those applying to be president, provost or dean of a public university.
New Law Guarantees Right To Speak At Meetings, But Critics See Potential For Gadfly Fillibusters
Gadflies can rejoice. A bill giving the public the legal assurance to speak before local boards took effect Oct. 1.
Two Florida Media Companies Join Broward Bulldog In 9/11 Records Lawsuit
The Herald-Tribune Media Group and the Miami Herald Media Co. have joined a federal lawsuit asking a federal judge to make FBI officials release information about a 9/11 investigation in Sarasota.
Groveland, A Tiny Town Plagued By Resignations And An FDLE Investigation
Groveland. The name conjures a placid vibe, but it’s also a place that the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating.