After cuts, we’ll find out how much Florida needs FEMA
With more frequent and intense storms predicted due to climate change, Florida needs FEMA now more than ever.
After golf course debacle, Florida’s state park legislation needs to be stronger
State Sen. Gayle Harrell has filed Senate Bill 80 to stop construction of sporting facilities at state parks.
Under pressure, Miami-Dade mayor flips on incinerator
The mayor backed off a plan to rebuild a waste-to-energy incinerator in Doral in favor of shipping trash to landfills.
Buildings are sinking in Miami-Dade, and we have a lot of questions
A recent University of Miami report found 35 beachside towers are sinking to an 'unexpected extent.'
A perfect storm: hectic hurricane season and uninsured homeowners. What could go wrong?
Florida must find long-term solutions to ensure the insurance market can still function with climate change.
What climate change? As Florida sizzles, DeSantis chooses denial with new law
Climate change is making record-high temperatures and hotter summers more common
Trees may be new measure of privilege in Miami-Dade. It’s easy to spot the have-nots
As climate change alters Miami-Dade, trees have become a mechanism to protect residents from record heat.
As climate change makes Florida boil, DeSantis might respond with the ‘delete’ button
Legislation awaiting the governor's signature would only steer Florida toward keeping its reliance on fossil fuels.
Florida, we need to talk about sea rise and property values
Frequently flooded locations could see resident flight as early as 2028 in Miami-Dade County.
New poll shows Floridians aren’t ducking climate change reality
A study by FAU’s Center for Environmental Studies found that 90% of Floridians say climate change is happening right now.
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