Polls show the Florida governor’s race remains a close fight, with one pollster suggesting Floridians should prepare for a long election month comparable to the 2000 presidential race between George Bush and Al Gore.

Have you driven past a building and wondered why the windows were broken or there was graffiti everywhere? If you haven’t, Halloween is the perfect time to start. Here’s a look at some of South Florida’s most obvious vacant buildings.

A list of resources and Miami Herald recommendations for the 2014 local and state races.