'One Florida' averted chaos, Bush insists
A federal court struck down affirmative action at the University of Georgia. There but for his plan, the governor says, goes Florida.

DEP chief seeks change in way companies are given permits
ST. PETE BEACH -- In a move likely to spark a major legislative battle, the state's top environmental regulator announced Wednesday that he wants to use the track record of companies in deciding whether to give them new permits.

Court hears arguments to overturn term limits
TALLAHASSEE -- It has been five years since Pinellas County voters placed eight-year term limits on the sheriff and other constitutional officers. But the legal challenges grind on.

Red Tide bloom may drift south of Fort Myers
The toxic algae bloom may be linked to clouds of iron-rich dust from the Sahara Desert.