At height of opioid crisis, some Florida treatment programs face deep cuts

Drug treatment, mental health and community re-entry programs across Florida are facing a deadline this week to sign revised contracts with the nation’s third-largest prison system that will cut services almost in half — at the height of a raging opioid crisis. More from the Sarasota Herald-Tribune.

Near-record breaking spending expected in Florida as consumers celebrate Mother's Day

The Florida Retail Federation (FRF), the state’s premier trade association representing retailers for over 80 years, says Florida mothers will be showered with gifts from their family members this year, as spending for Mother’s Day is expected to reach $180 per person. More from Florida Trend.

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Demographic Profile: What Florida looks like today

Florida’s statewide demographics reflect a diverse state.

• 54.9% — non-Hispanic white
• 24.9% — Hispanic
• 16.8% — non-Hispanic black
• 3.4% — non-Hispanic “other”

That diversity is spread very unevenly throughout the state, however, few of Florida’s counties or communities resemble those statewide averages. We identify the ZIP codes most - and least - like Florida overall. Full story here.

Harris adds parental leave benefit for births, adoptions

Harris Corp. is adding parental leave benefits that include full pay for up to 4 weeks for mothers and fathers. The policy applies to births and adoptions. A spokesman said Harris aims to "enhance its workplace and attract new talent." More from the Orlando Sentinel.

Embraer floats new way to move around town: An electric taxi cab

If and when the skies turn into something similar to "The Jetsons," Embraer's facilities in Melbourne could be a key player. In fact, it already is to some extent. On Tuesday, Embraer X, an Embraer offshoot based at the Orlando Melbourne International Airport, unveiled concept images of its first electrical Vertical Take-Off and Landing, or eVTOL aircraft. More from Florida Today.