http://www.miamiherald.com/news/wlrn/index.html en-us © The Miami Herald Media Company Mon, 01 Dec 2008 03:14:10 EST http://media.miamiherald.com/images/podcast/943/podlogo150px.jpg http://www.miamiherald.com/news/wlrn/index.html Listen in as the WLRN | Miami Herald News staff brings you audio reports on the top stories of interest to the South Florida community every weekday or listen live at www.miamiherald.com/wlrn/ no Listen in as the WLRN | Miami Herald News staff brings you audio reports on the top stories of interest to the South Florida community every weekday or listen live at www.miamiherald.com/wlrn/ Miami Herald Miami Herald miamifeedback@miamiherald.com A Broward County jury is scheduled to begin hearing a case today that kicks off yet another round of lawsuits against tobacco companies over the negative impacts of cigarette smoking. Rhonda Victor discusses the legal battle with Miami Herald business reporter Patrick Danner. Patrick Danner A Broward County jury is scheduled to begin hearing a case today that kicks off yet another round of lawsuits against tobacco companies over the negative impacts of cigarette smoking. Rhonda Victor discusses the legal battle with Miami Herald bu... A Broward County jury is scheduled to begin hearing a case today that kicks off yet another round of lawsuits against tobacco companies over the negative impacts of cigarette smoking. Rhonda Victor discusses the legal battle with Miami Herald business reporter Patrick Danner. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/30/16/Smoker_for_on-line.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:03:00 EST Much of the talk around Miami will be about art this week as Art Basel gets underway. Monday, the Myrna and Sheldon Palley Pavillion for Contemporary Glass and Studio Arts will officially open, inviting visitors to experience a multimillion dollar glass collection. When it comes to glass there is an old argument of craft versus art. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming takes a closer look at how the the image of glass is changing. Leah Fleming Much of the talk around Miami will be about art this week as Art Basel gets underway. Monday, the Myrna and Sheldon Palley Pavillion for Contemporary Glass and Studio Arts will officially open, inviting visitors to experience a multimillion doll... Much of the talk around Miami will be about art this week as Art Basel gets underway. Monday, the Myrna and Sheldon Palley Pavillion for Contemporary Glass and Studio Arts will officially open, inviting visitors to experience a multimillion dollar glass collection. When it comes to glass there is an old argument of craft versus art. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming takes a closer look at how the the image of glass is changing. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/30/17/Glass-SD-Fleming.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:03:00 EST Monday is the 20th anniversary of World AIDS Day, and one challenge of preventing new infections is fighting drug abuse. Crystal meth in particular is blamed for a downward spiral of risky sex, destructive behavior and death. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson profiles one longtime HIV survivor, who escaped that cycle alive. Joshua Johnson Monday is the 20th anniversary of World AIDS Day, and one challenge of preventing new infections is fighting drug abuse. Crystal meth in particular is blamed for a downward spiral of risky sex, destructive behavior and death. WLRN Miami Herald ... Monday is the 20th anniversary of World AIDS Day, and one challenge of preventing new infections is fighting drug abuse. Crystal meth in particular is blamed for a downward spiral of risky sex, destructive behavior and death. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson profiles one longtime HIV survivor, who escaped that cycle alive. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/30/17/HIVMeth-SD-Johnson-121.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:03:00 EST The crowds came out for traditional day after Thanksgiving sales -- but the question remains: did people really spend? Miami Herald Business Reporter Niala Boodhoo joined the earliest shoppers Friday morning to find out. The crowds came out for traditional day after Thanksgiving sales -- but the question remains: did people really spend? Miami Herald Business Reporter Niala Boodhoo joined the earliest shoppers Friday morning to find out. The crowds came out for traditional day after Thanksgiving sales -- but the question remains: did people really spend? Miami Herald Business Reporter Niala Boodhoo joined the earliest shoppers Friday morning to find out. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/30/16/Shopping_SD_Boodhoo-881.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Sun, 30 Nov 2008 17:01:33 EST According to the Florida Department of Education, more than 55,000 children in the state are being homeschooled. A number of groups in South Florida provide outside activities for these kids, and support for their parents. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson visited one such group in Miami Shores. According to the Florida Department of Education, more than 55,000 children in the state are being homeschooled. A number of groups in South Florida provide outside activities for these kids, and support for their parents. WLRN Miami Herald rep... According to the Florida Department of Education, more than 55,000 children in the state are being homeschooled. A number of groups in South Florida provide outside activities for these kids, and support for their parents. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson visited one such group in Miami Shores. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/30/16/Homeschool_SD_JJohnson_11-28.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Sun, 30 Nov 2008 17:01:33 EST There are alternatives to fighting the crowds and looking for bargains to complete your holiday gift list. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Rhonda Victor tells us about one trend that's gaining momentum. There are alternatives to fighting the crowds and looking for bargains to complete your holiday gift list. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Rhonda Victor tells us about one trend that's gaining momentum. There are alternatives to fighting the crowds and looking for bargains to complete your holiday gift list. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Rhonda Victor tells us about one trend that's gaining momentum. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/30/16/Gifts-SD-Victor-1128.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Sun, 30 Nov 2008 17:01:33 EST Despite a disheartening defeat to the division rival Patriots last week,the Miami Dolphins are far better off than last year, when they were the laughing stocks of the National Football League. As as WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman tells us, this season's success can largely be linked to a rookie head coach and a veteran quarterback. Despite a disheartening defeat to the division rival Patriots last week,the Miami Dolphins are far better off than last year, when they were the laughing stocks of the National Football League. As as WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman tells ... Despite a disheartening defeat to the division rival Patriots last week,the Miami Dolphins are far better off than last year, when they were the laughing stocks of the National Football League. As as WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman tells us, this season's success can largely be linked to a rookie head coach and a veteran quarterback. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/30/16/FinsRevive_SD_Latzman_11-28.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Sun, 30 Nov 2008 17:01:33 EST Students in the culinary arts program at one southwest Miami-Dade high school have been busy getting ready for Thanksgiving. This week, they've prepared about 700 turkey dinners. Miami Herald education writer Kathleen McGrory has the story. Students in the culinary arts program at one southwest Miami-Dade high school have been busy getting ready for Thanksgiving. This week, they've prepared about 700 turkey dinners. Miami Herald education writer Kathleen McGrory has the story. Students in the culinary arts program at one southwest Miami-Dade high school have been busy getting ready for Thanksgiving. This week, they've prepared about 700 turkey dinners. Miami Herald education writer Kathleen McGrory has the story. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/26/20/Turkeys-WR-McGrory-1127.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:03:00 EST Today is one of -- if not the busiest days of the year at the nation's airports, with travelers rushing to visit loved ones for Thanksgiving. But due to the recent economic downtown, transportation officials expect a 7 to 10 percent drop-off this year. WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman has more on the impact at local airports. Today is one of -- if not the busiest days of the year at the nation's airports, with travelers rushing to visit loved ones for Thanksgiving. But due to the recent economic downtown, transportation officials expect a 7 to 10 percent drop-off this... Today is one of -- if not the busiest days of the year at the nation's airports, with travelers rushing to visit loved ones for Thanksgiving. But due to the recent economic downtown, transportation officials expect a 7 to 10 percent drop-off this year. WLRN-Miami Herald Reporter Phil Latzman has more on the impact at local airports. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/26/19/SFAir_SD_Latzman_11-26.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:03:00 EST Charitable organizations are taking a hit during this economic downturn. That includes groups that turn trash into treasure. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Rhonda Victor has a look at one of them. Charitable organizations are taking a hit during this economic downturn. That includes groups that turn trash into treasure. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Rhonda Victor has a look at one of them. Charitable organizations are taking a hit during this economic downturn. That includes groups that turn trash into treasure. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Rhonda Victor has a look at one of them. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/25/18/Donate-SD-Victor-11.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:02:16 EST For three decades, Florida has banned gays and lesbians from adopting children. Tuesday a ruling from a Miami circuit court allows one gay man to do just that. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has more. For three decades, Florida has banned gays and lesbians from adopting children. Tuesday a ruling from a Miami circuit court allows one gay man to do just that. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has more. For three decades, Florida has banned gays and lesbians from adopting children. Tuesday a ruling from a Miami circuit court allows one gay man to do just that. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has more. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/25/18/Adopt-WR-Johnson-1125.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:02:16 EST After Congress failed to pass immigration reform last year, the government started using a heavier hand on enforcement - focusing on workplace raids. Including a recent one in South Florida. Tanya Snyder reports from Washington. After Congress failed to pass immigration reform last year, the government started using a heavier hand on enforcement - focusing on workplace raids. Including a recent one in South Florida. Tanya Snyder reports from Washington. After Congress failed to pass immigration reform last year, the government started using a heavier hand on enforcement - focusing on workplace raids. Including a recent one in South Florida. Tanya Snyder reports from Washington. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/25/18/ICERaids-WR-Snyder-1126.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:02:16 EST Republican Party of Florida Chair Jim Greer is among the contenders to head up the national GOP. But he's also in the running to continue in his present job and is now facing a challenge from the right. Florida Public Radio's Margie Menzel has more: Republican Party of Florida Chair Jim Greer is among the contenders to head up the national GOP. But he's also in the running to continue in his present job and is now facing a challenge from the right. Florida Public Radio's Margie Menzel has m... Republican Party of Florida Chair Jim Greer is among the contenders to head up the national GOP. But he's also in the running to continue in his present job and is now facing a challenge from the right. Florida Public Radio's Margie Menzel has more: http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/25/18/Greer-SD-Menzel-1117.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:02:16 EST Farm groups are angry over a new rule that cracks down on hiring illegal workers in places like Florida. They are asking Congress to step in. Sara Sciammacco has more from Washington. Sara Sciammacco Farm groups are angry over a new rule that cracks down on hiring illegal workers in places like Florida. They are asking Congress to step in. Sara Sciammacco has more from Washington. Farm groups are angry over a new rule that cracks down on hiring illegal workers in places like Florida. They are asking Congress to step in. Sara Sciammacco has more from Washington. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/24/16/FarmWorkers-WR-Sciammacco-1118.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:03:00 EST Financial help may be on the way for Floridians. As Lynn Hatter reports, the governor says the state may be in for a cash influx from the federal government. Lynn Hatter Financial help may be on the way for Floridians. As Lynn Hatter reports, the governor says the state may be in for a cash influx from the federal government. Financial help may be on the way for Floridians. As Lynn Hatter reports, the governor says the state may be in for a cash influx from the federal government. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/24/16/Gov-WR-Hatter-1125.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:03:00 EST This holiday season thousands of people will drive the stretch of I-75 known as Alligator Alley. State Transportation officials say they've upgraded a key system there in hopes of making that drive a little less nerve-wracking. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has more. Joshua Johnson This holiday season thousands of people will drive the stretch of I-75 known as Alligator Alley. State Transportation officials say they've upgraded a key system there in hopes of making that drive a little less nerve-wracking. WLRN Miami Heral... This holiday season thousands of people will drive the stretch of I-75 known as Alligator Alley. State Transportation officials say they've upgraded a key system there in hopes of making that drive a little less nerve-wracking. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has more. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/24/16/FDOT-SD-Johnson-1125.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:03:00 EST As President-elect Obama transitions to the White House, the National Parks System has a plan to help transition the economy that could also help our national parks. WLRN/Miami Herald Reporter Tandaleya Wilder has more. Tandaleya Wilder As President-elect Obama transitions to the White House, the National Parks System has a plan to help transition the economy that could also help our national parks. WLRN/Miami Herald Reporter Tandaleya Wilder has more. As President-elect Obama transitions to the White House, the National Parks System has a plan to help transition the economy that could also help our national parks. WLRN/Miami Herald Reporter Tandaleya Wilder has more. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/24/16/Parks-Wrap_AK-Wilder-lf-11-25-08.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:03:00 EST When children are taken from their homes by the state, it usually means they're taken from their schools, too. As Florida Public Radio's Margie Menzel reports, the result can be an academic career that goes into free fall. Margie Menzel When children are taken from their homes by the state, it usually means they're taken from their schools, too. As Florida Public Radio's Margie Menzel reports, the result can be an academic career that goes into free fall. When children are taken from their homes by the state, it usually means they're taken from their schools, too. As Florida Public Radio's Margie Menzel reports, the result can be an academic career that goes into free fall. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/24/16/FosterYouth-SD-Menzel-1124.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:03:00 EST It's commonly believed that when the economy is bad, more people head to their local libraries. Now the latest figures from Miami-Dade's Public Library System show that's happening in a big way. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has the numbers. Joshua Johnson It's commonly believed that when the economy is bad, more people head to their local libraries. Now the latest figures from Miami-Dade's Public Library System show that's happening in a big way. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has the... It's commonly believed that when the economy is bad, more people head to their local libraries. Now the latest figures from Miami-Dade's Public Library System show that's happening in a big way. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson has the numbers. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/23/18/LibraryEcon-SD-Johnson-1124.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:03:00 EST A stable source of adequate funding is the key need for higher education in Florida. At least that's the opinion of the state's first university system chancellor who is leaving the post in a few months. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Rhonda Victor has more. Rhonda Victor A stable source of adequate funding is the key need for higher education in Florida. At least that's the opinion of the state's first university system chancellor who is leaving the post in a few months. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Rhonda Victor... A stable source of adequate funding is the key need for higher education in Florida. At least that's the opinion of the state's first university system chancellor who is leaving the post in a few months. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Rhonda Victor has more. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/23/18/Chancellor-WR-Victor-1124.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:03:00 EST Many in Broward County's legal community are worried the small number of minority people wearing judge's robes isn't keeping pace with the changing face of the population. Reporter Chris DiMattei has more. Many in Broward County's legal community are worried the small number of minority people wearing judge's robes isn't keeping pace with the changing face of the population. Reporter Chris DiMattei has more. Many in Broward County's legal community are worried the small number of minority people wearing judge's robes isn't keeping pace with the changing face of the population. Reporter Chris DiMattei has more. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/23/18/Judges-SD-DiMattei-1124.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:03:00 EST Many of us will be enjoying turkey during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. But around Florida's Capitol, the word "turkey" has a very different meaning. As Trimmel Gomes found, nosediving state revenues may be placing that particular bird on the endangered species list. Trimmel Gomes Many of us will be enjoying turkey during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. But around Florida's Capitol, the word "turkey" has a very different meaning. As Trimmel Gomes found, nosediving state revenues may be placing that particular bird on ... Many of us will be enjoying turkey during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. But around Florida's Capitol, the word "turkey" has a very different meaning. As Trimmel Gomes found, nosediving state revenues may be placing that particular bird on the endangered species list. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/23/18/Turkey-SD-Gomes-1124.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:03:00 EST Next week marks the end of another quiet hurricane season for South Floridians. Does that spell good news for homeowners? The Friday Business Report talks to Miami Herald Business Reporter Beatrice Garcia to find out. Next week marks the end of another quiet hurricane season for South Floridians. Does that spell good news for homeowners? The Friday Business Report talks to Miami Herald Business Reporter Beatrice Garcia to find out. Next week marks the end of another quiet hurricane season for South Floridians. Does that spell good news for homeowners? The Friday Business Report talks to Miami Herald Business Reporter Beatrice Garcia to find out. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/21/13/FBR_2008-11-21_mp3.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 17:10:55 EST Fans of "Star Trek" will remember the universal translator: a device that turned alien languages into spoken English instantly. Today that technology is no longer just the stuff of science fiction. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson went to Boca Raton where researchers at IBM have made it happen. Fans of "Star Trek" will remember the universal translator: a device that turned alien languages into spoken English instantly. Today that technology is no longer just the stuff of science fiction. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson went ... Fans of "Star Trek" will remember the universal translator: a device that turned alien languages into spoken English instantly. Today that technology is no longer just the stuff of science fiction. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Joshua Johnson went to Boca Raton where researchers at IBM have made it happen. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/20/21/IBMVoice_for_ONLINE.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:50:37 EST One of Miami-Dade county's most recognized anti-violence advocates has, in his words, finally got his head together. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming has his story. One of Miami-Dade county's most recognized anti-violence advocates has, in his words, finally got his head together. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming has his story. One of Miami-Dade county's most recognized anti-violence advocates has, in his words, finally got his head together. WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Leah Fleming has his story. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/20/21/Bozeman-WR-Fleming.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:50:37 EST Should turtle hunting continue in Florida? That was among the topics of discussion during a public hearing sponsored by the The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Thursday in Tampa. This follows a call by a group of scientists to end commercial turtle harvesting in the state. WLRN/Miami Herald Reporter Tandaleya Wilder has details. Should turtle hunting continue in Florida? That was among the topics of discussion during a public hearing sponsored by the The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Thursday in Tampa. This follows a call by a group of scientists to end commerci... Should turtle hunting continue in Florida? That was among the topics of discussion during a public hearing sponsored by the The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Thursday in Tampa. This follows a call by a group of scientists to end commercial turtle harvesting in the state. WLRN/Miami Herald Reporter Tandaleya Wilder has details. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/20/21/turtle-wrap-wilder-11-21-08.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:50:37 EST Over 100 South Florida inmates met with professionals to get information on how to transition back into the real world. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Jacqueline Fernandez has more on the event. Over 100 South Florida inmates met with professionals to get information on how to transition back into the real world. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Jacqueline Fernandez has more on the event. Over 100 South Florida inmates met with professionals to get information on how to transition back into the real world. WLRN Miami Herald reporter Jacqueline Fernandez has more on the event. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/20/21/Transition-WR-Fernandez-1121.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:50:37 EST Law enforcers believe there are 70,000 gang members living in Florida. Attorney General Bill McCollum has made it a priority to cut that number way down. Gina Jordan has more about a strategy meeting Thursday at the Capitol. Law enforcers believe there are 70,000 gang members living in Florida. Attorney General Bill McCollum has made it a priority to cut that number way down. Gina Jordan has more about a strategy meeting Thursday at the Capitol. Law enforcers believe there are 70,000 gang members living in Florida. Attorney General Bill McCollum has made it a priority to cut that number way down. Gina Jordan has more about a strategy meeting Thursday at the Capitol. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/20/21/Gangs-WR-Jordan-1121.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:50:37 EST A foundation with roots in Miami is playing a major role in building a monument to an American whose name is synonymous with the civil rights movement. Chris DiMattei with more. A foundation with roots in Miami is playing a major role in building a monument to an American whose name is synonymous with the civil rights movement. Chris DiMattei with more. A foundation with roots in Miami is playing a major role in building a monument to an American whose name is synonymous with the civil rights movement. Chris DiMattei with more. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/20/21/KingMemorial_WR-DiMattei_11-20.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:50:37 EST The Legislature, Board of Governors and Boards of Trustees are getting closer to agreeing on some key issues in higher education. As Lynn Hatter reports, governance issues are starting to be resolved. The Florida Board of Governor's convened in Thursday in Tallahassee for its monthly meeting. The Legislature, Board of Governors and Boards of Trustees are getting closer to agreeing on some key issues in higher education. As Lynn Hatter reports, governance issues are starting to be resolved. The Florida Board of Governor's convened in T... The Legislature, Board of Governors and Boards of Trustees are getting closer to agreeing on some key issues in higher education. As Lynn Hatter reports, governance issues are starting to be resolved. The Florida Board of Governor's convened in Thursday in Tallahassee for its monthly meeting. http://media.miamiherald.com/smedia/2008/11/20/21/BOG-WR-Hatter-1121.source.prod_affiliate.56.mp3 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:50:37 EST