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A long-awaited grand jury report on Broward schools has troubling findings, but also shows telltale signs of politics.

Florida State will ask Marla Vickers to keep up the school’s fundraising momentum.

A steep rise in gas prices or other costs, combined with how some people are leery of trusting the school district with another round of extra money, are raising doubts about whether support for the referendum is as solid as four years ago.

The owners of the Galleria Mall in East Fort Lauderdale have floated a major makeover plan for the 1980s-era retail enclave. It would add a residential complex and grocery store on the west end, a mixed-use segment on the east end, as well as a rooftop restaurant, interior mall upgrades and green spaces containing a pedestrian loop, dog park and "pocket parks."

Despite our strong opposition to the referendum being placed on the August ballot instead of November, a proposed property tax increase to support Broward schools teachers, safety and student mental health deserves your support. Here's why.

Broward Schools Superintendent Vickie Cartwright says she will propose a policy change to establish new rules for workers with second jobs. The move could affect numerous employees.

Broward County commissioners should reject a proposed referendum on a sales tax increase for heart-related screenings.

Assertions by Robert Runcie’s many supporters are sometimes accurate, sometimes exaggerated and sometimes outright false.

As part of its series “The Business of Climate Change,” which highlights the climate views of business men and women throughout the state, The Invading Sea spoke with Keith Koenig, chairman of Broward Workshop and CEO of City Furniture.

The U.S. Government will spend $13.5 million for 3.5 acres south of the Tarpon River. The site selection, nearly two decades in the making, is expected to trigger more commercial and residential development south of the Broward County Courthouse complex.