The My Safe Florida Home program was created in 2006 to provide homeowners with a way to gauge whether their houses could withstand a severe storm. The program, which is administered by the Department of Financial Services, received $250 million from the Legislature to provide free wind inspections and matching grants up to $5,000 for eligible residents. ...more

May 23, 2008

The man who won a $16 million Lotto jackpot two weeks ago called in sick from work a day after the winning numbers were announced, then quit a day later. ...more

May 20, 2008

State Sen. Mike Fasano's heart was in the right place when he secured $10 million to help Pasco County Schools pay for transportation improvements that will be needed for new schools. Still, it's bad state policy. ...more

May 12, 2008

A couple of people in the Tampa Bay area could be having a really, really good day. ...more

May 11, 2008

The Los Angeles Angels defeated Francisco Rodriguez in salary arbitration Friday, and the closer will receive $10 million rather than his request for $12.5 million. ...more

February 23, 2008

In 25 days, David Hamilton will start his duties as Hernando County's newest administrator. ...more

February 21, 2008

TAMPA -- A $1 wager can get you a $37 million return tonight as the Florida Lottery tries to give away a ballooning jackpot that has rolled over for several weeks. ...more

February 20, 2008

A woman whose leg was injured after a steam pipe exploded in midtown Manhattan last summer sued a utility for $10 million on Thursday, claiming it was responsible for her injuries. ...more

February 15, 2008