Rick Scott Proposes $5 Billion for Everglades Restoration

Gov. Rick Scott announced on Tuesday a plan to dedicate $5 billion for Everglades restoration over the next 20 years. He also proposed another $150 million for land acquisition and management to help protect the Florida panther. The proposed amount will be included in the governor’s budget recommendations that he’ll…

New Medical Marijuana Bill Introduced by GOP Rep. Jeff Brandes

A new bill looking to legalize medical marijuana has been filed for the upcoming legislative session. Rep. Jeff Brandes, a Republican from St. Petersburg, has introduced the Florida Medical Marijuana Act, which would authorize a doctor to use medicinal marijuana to treat patients afflicted with specific illnesses. Among the ailments…

Hassan Whiteside Blocked All of the Chicago Bulls’ Shots on Sunday

The Miami Heat has had something of an inconsistent season. While the team has struggled to find some coherence trying to overcome mediocre play and injuries, hope may have come in the form of a seven-foot journeyman who is capable of head-butting skyscrapers and obliterating basketballs like flies. Hassan Whiteside,…

Ichiro Suzuki and Marlins Agree to One-Year Deal

Ten-time All Star free agent Ichiro Suzuki has agreed to join the Miami Marlins this season, according to multiple reports. Ichiro, who will enter the season at 41 years of age and is 157 hits away from his 3,000th hit, is being brought in as depth and insurance to a…