State-backed Citizens Property Insurance Corp. has won approval to raise rates by an average of 5.4 percent for homeowner coverage that includes hurricane damage, except in high-risk coastal areas where premiums will be revised later. ...more

October 31, 2009

Years ago, the federal government bailed out the savings and loan banks. ...more

September 20, 2008

Hispanic high school students use drugs and attempt suicide at higher rates than their black and white classmates, according to a new federal survey that shows a continuation of a disturbing trend. ...more

June 5, 2008

By not retaining the lessons of the March 13, 1993, coastal flooding emergency, West Pasco residents and officials are having to scramble to get in compliance with Federal Emergency Management Agency flood rules and qualify for bigger flood insurance discounts. ...more

February 23, 2008

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Coastal Barrier Resources Act of 1982 that was signed into law by President Ronald Reagan. ...more

December 9, 2007

Despite reassurances from state officials, homeowners in fire-ravaged Southern California might have plenty to worry about when it comes to their home insurance. ...more

October 25, 2007