Back To School

He compared last year's decline to Hurricane Andrew — it was "the perfect storm" of contributing factors.

As heat advisories cover much of Florida and students head back to school, parents are thinking about sunscreen and staying cool. But heat illness—not sunburn—is the immediate danger that claims young lives. Here are five hidden heat dangers every Florida parent should know.

Many students will head back to school on Monday under hot and humid conditions across Florida. August 10 marks the first day of the 2026-27 school year.

Here is how Florida families can save on school supplies through the state's sales tax holiday, starting Monday. WLRN has also compiled a list of organizations that are collecting items for school supply drives and places that are hosting giveaways.

Parents, teachers, and school districts are adjusting to inflated prices for school supplies ahead of the new school year. Also, many home insurance companies are at risk of downgrades. Plus, what would Miami-Dade County look like if it were hit by Hurricane Irma in 30 years?

The coronavirus pandemic is far from over. After a short-lived reprieve from COVID restrictions, Florida is undergoing another surge in new COVID-19 cases, and this time, it includes children.

Broward school board member discusses the possibility of a mask requirement for students, The South Floirda Sun Sentinel analyzes building recerification in Broward and the latest in the investigation into the Haitian president's assassination.

Last year it was all about chairs and headphones. This year it's time for T-shirts and sneakers — and more laptops. Back-to-school shopping in the U.S. is expected to top $37 billion.

Behavioral Health Associates of Broward the Counseling Centers of Goodman Jewish Family Services, along with Nova Southeastern University, hosted a webinar Monday night about the psychological toll of the pandemic when it comes to going back to school.

A three-day tax “holiday” for back-to-school shoppers will begin Friday. During the holiday, shoppers will be able to avoid paying sales taxes on clothes…

School is still on track to begin Aug. 19 for students in Broward County. Online, that is.Broward County Mayor Dale Holness and chair of the school board,…

TALLAHASSEE --- With some students set to return to classrooms on Monday, state officials and Florida’s largest teachers union are locked in a legal…