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The Republican Party has lost the last two presidential elections by large majorities in the Electoral College and lost the popular vote in Congress in 2012. So, party leaders at the state level are pushing for changes in the way electoral votes are apportioned.
The Miami Hurricanes can take another step towards the Atlantic Coast Conference championship Saturday with a victory in Charlottesville, Virginia over the Virginia Cavaliers.
Hurricane Sandy could impact up to 50 million people as it makes landfall, but it also has the potential to possibly change the course of the entire nation.
Despite leading in some national polls, Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney is still struggling to best President Barack Obama in several of the most critical swing states needed to win the Electoral College.
Republican Mitt Romney's path to victory is slowly narrowing. With only five weeks until Election Day, President Barack Obama is close to receiving the 270 electoral votes needed to win a second term.
Federal officials say ricotta cheese shipped to some Florida retail stores and restaurants is tainted with listeria bacteria and is responsible for 14 illnesses and at least one death.
The biggest story at JR Motorsports wasn't Danica Patrick this weekend. Well, not directly. Shortly before the green flag at Richmond International Raceway for the Nationwide series race, news broke that longtime competition director – and sometimes crew chief – Tony Eury Sr. had left the company.
Power crews from across the state of Florida have begun to arrive in Ohio and Maryland to help get the lights back on and the air conditioners humming after the killer storm which struck the Northeast last week.
A Virginia teacher is behind bars in Miami-Dade County after federal authorities say he travelled across state lines to have sex with a minor.
The political pitches clustered around newscasts and news shows in Florida, Virginia and other hotly contested states could help determine the outcome of the White House contest.
If you want your house or business to remain standing after a hurricane, build it in Florida. If you're not that concerned, build it in Mississippi. That's the take-away from a new report on building code for hurricane prone states by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety.
The seventh-seeded Florida Gators will go from Cinderella-killer to underdog when they take the court Thursday night against the Marquette Golden Eagles in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament.
Grab your bathing suits and hit the road to one of the top 10 US beaches on the list of TripAdvisor's 2012 Travelers' Choice Awards. From extreme water sports to kid-friendly destinations to night life, there is a beach for everyone.
The Atlantic Coast Conference has finally released the University of Miami's football schedule for the 2012 season and it's going to be a tough road for the Canes.
The University of Miami put up a great second-half fight to come within a touchdown of the Virginia Cavaliers before losing, 28-21.
Hurricane Irene slammed the east coast of the United States throughout the weekend leaving dozens dead and more than 3 million people without power.
Hurricane Irene has led to the deaths of at least 29 people in nine states:
While Hurricane Irene's winds and storm surge fell short of the doomsday predictions, it did leave a mess from North Carolina north through the New England area.
Nearly two dozen deaths in eight states have been attributed to Hurricane Irene.
Hurricane Island made landfall on the U.S. mainland around 7:30 Saturday morning leaving devastation in its wake as it made its way northward along the Atlantic coast.
U.S. Navy ships stationed in Virginia have been ordered to leave Norfolk Naval Station in preparation for Hurricane Irene.
Tens of millions of people from Georgia to Canada were jolted Tuesday by the strongest earthquake to strike the East Coast since World War II, and the effects were felt nationwide.
Moody's Investor Services has fired another shot across the bow of both the federal government and individual states. Tuesday afternoon, Moody's put five states on review for a downgrade of their credit ratings.
An American Airlines flight heading to Miami was diverted to Virginia after a 73-year-old male passenger died on board.
#1 Seed Kansas was knocked out of the Final Four Sunday, and the Wildcats of Kentucky played their way in.The Final Four is finally set, and both VCU and Kentucky have a place.
Saturday and Sunday morning, the lows will be in the 50s.
A woman accused of severely injuring a good Samaritan in an August hit-and-run has been arrested.
Miami police charged Adrian Oneal Grimes, 30, known as "Peanut" or "Nut," after receiving an anonymous tip.
A partnership with Project Medishare provided equipment after earthquake 15 years ago.
Studies show intimate partner violence tends to increase during the holiday season.
Saturday and Sunday morning, the lows will be in the 50s.
A woman accused of severely injuring a good Samaritan in an August hit-and-run has been arrested.
Miami police charged Adrian Oneal Grimes, 30, known as "Peanut" or "Nut," after receiving an anonymous tip.
A partnership with Project Medishare provided equipment after earthquake 15 years ago.
From merry lights to holiday yard decorations, we want to see what you've got.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
ICE deported more than a quarter-million unauthorized immigrants in fiscal year 2024, the highest tally in a decade.
The U.S. government could face a shutdown at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024. Here's what could be impacted.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing a revolt from fellow Republicans over a last-minute measure to keep the government funded and avoid a shutdown.
Florida authorities say they're pursuing a criminal case against a man accused of trying to assassinate President-elect Donald Trump for a car crash that occurred after his arrest.
Migrants in the U.S. under what's known as Temporary Protection Status are worried that Trump will revoke the program upon taking office.
Jim talks to Karla Hernandez-Mats, the President of the United Teachers of Dade, about the special election vote held among teachers which soundly defeated efforts of The Freedom Foundation, a right-wing think tank, to decertify the county's teachers union.
Jim talks to Karla Hernandez-Mats, the President of the United Teachers of Dade, about the special election vote held among teachers which soundly defeated efforts of The Freedom Foundation, a right-wing think tank, to decertify the county's teachers union.
Jim keeps the theme of the week going with longtime political reporter Marc Caputo.
Jim interviews the Chair of the Republican Party of Florida about the wave of Floridians being tapped to take over the Trump administration.
A week after interviewing Republican State Rep. Danny Perez of Miami, who is the new Florida House Speaker, Jim goes one-on-one with Fentrice Driskell, the Florida House minority leader.
Republicans wants to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire next year and could let ACA subsidies lapse to help pay the tab, according to analysts.
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
The FDA's top food official says the safety of the dye called Red 40 hasn't been assessed in over a decade, despite concerns over its potential behavioral health effects.
For many, it's a tough decision when balancing health and finances.
Consumers are venting frustrations about health insurance in wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO murder. Costs have outpaced inflation for years.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made her Broadway debut Saturday night in a one-time performance in the hit musical comedy "& Juliet."
Fan-captured video from Saturday's performance showed Wilson hyping Scott on stage to deliver his 2023 hit song "FE!N" in front of thousands of festivalgoers.
A spokesperson for Foxx said that he had to get stitches after he was hit in the face by a glass thrown from someone else in the restaurant.
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.