The U.S. intelligence community is sounding the alarm about increased foreign interference in the 2024 election, with Russia identified as the most active threat. In a joint statement released today, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), the FBI, and the Cybersecurity and…
ORLANDO, Fla. – The 17-year-old suspect in last week’s downtown Orlando Halloween shooting that left two people dead and eight others injured is being charged as an adult, authorities announced Monday. Jaylen Dwayne Edgar faces two counts of second-degree murder with a firearm and one…
Florida’s general revenue for September surpassed projections, demonstrating resilience despite the impact of Hurricane Helene. A new report from the Legislature’s Office of Economic & Demographic Research revealed that the state collected nearly $4.176 billion in general revenue for September, exceeding the forecast by $28.4…
After a significant decrease in policies the previous week, Citizens Property Insurance Corp. saw a small uptick in the number of Floridians it insures. As of Friday, Citizens had 1,037,811 policies, a slight increase from the previous week but still considerably lower than the 1,271,907…
The U.S. intelligence community is sounding the alarm about increased foreign interference in the 2024 election, with Russia identified as the most active threat. In a joint statement released today, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), the FBI, and the Cybersecurity and…
ORLANDO, Fla. – The 17-year-old suspect in last week’s downtown Orlando Halloween shooting that left two people dead and eight others injured is being charged as an adult, authorities announced Monday. Jaylen Dwayne Edgar faces two counts of second-degree murder with a firearm and one…
Florida’s general revenue for September surpassed projections, demonstrating resilience despite the impact of Hurricane Helene. A new report from the Legislature’s Office of Economic & Demographic Research revealed that the state collected nearly $4.176 billion in general revenue for September, exceeding the forecast by $28.4…
After a significant decrease in policies the previous week, Citizens Property Insurance Corp. saw a small uptick in the number of Floridians it insures. As of Friday, Citizens had 1,037,811 policies, a slight increase from the previous week but still considerably lower than the 1,271,907…
Tropical Storm Rafael is gaining strength in the Caribbean Sea and is expected to become a hurricane soon, prompting hurricane warnings for the Cayman Islands and parts of Cuba. Latest Update: Rafael continues to show signs of strengthening, with improved structure and an eyewall developing.…
Joe Rogan has officially endorsed Donald Trump in the 2024 election following a two-hour interview with Elon Musk. “If it wasn’t for him [Musk], we’d be f***ed,” Rogan posted on X, just hours before polls open. “He makes what I think is the most compelling…
After months of intense campaigning, Election Day 2024 has arrived with former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris locked in a closely contested race. As Americans head to the polls, questions remain about when a winner will be declared and which states might…
Several federal agencies have used an executive order signed by President Joe Biden to mobilize demographics who typically favor the Democratic Party ahead of election day, spending taxpayer dollars in the process. Biden signed Executive Order 14019 in March 2021, directing all federal agencies to evaluate ways…
As Florida voters head to the polls to decide on Amendment 4, which would enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution, new data reveals a significant drop in the number of abortions performed in the state. According to the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration,…
The U.S. Army confirmed Monday that Sgt. Quandarius Davon Stanley, the soldier who sustained severe injuries while operating President Joe Biden’s Gaza aid pier earlier this year, has passed away, according to CNN. Stanley, 23, suffered critical injuries in May while working on the floating…
The seventeenth named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season has officially formed. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has upgraded the disturbance in the Caribbean Sea to Tropical Storm Rafael. Data from Hurricane Hunter aircraft indicate that Rafael is packing winds of 40 knots (about…
CLEARWATER, Fla. – A Clearwater man is facing a misdemeanor battery charge following an incident between members of opposing political groups outside the Clearwater courthouse over the weekend. Andrew Francis, 31, was charged with simple battery after the Saturday altercation near the courthouse at 315…
A Pennsylvania judge ruled Monday that Elon Musk can continue his daily $1 million giveaway to voters, marking a legal win for the tech billionaire and Trump supporter. Judge Angelo Foglietta of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas dismissed arguments from District Attorney Larry Krasner,…
As Election Day is upon us, Florida has witnessed significant voter engagement, with nearly 8.2 million Floridians having voted either through mail-in ballots or at early voting locations by Monday morning. According to the latest figures from the Florida Division of Elections, 5,354,829 individuals utilized…
Gustavo Alfonso Castano Restrepo, 55, of Miami, has been indicted on charges of kidnapping resulting in death. The indictment alleges that Restrepo kidnapped Liliana Moreno and her daughter in Miami-Dade County on or around May 30, 2016. The kidnapping resulted in the deaths of Liliana…
Florida State University has scored a victory in its ongoing legal battle with the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) over media rights and the university’s potential departure from the conference. A Florida appeals court has ruled that FSU’s lawsuit against the ACC can proceed, rejecting the…
TAMPA, Fla. – The Tampa Bay Lightning fell to the Winnipeg Jets 7-4 on Sunday afternoon at Canada Life Centre. Despite taking an early 2-0 lead in the first period with goals from Brandon Hagel and Brayden Point, the Lightning were unable to maintain their…
The Tampa Bay Lightning continue their four-game road trip with a challenging matchup against the Winnipeg Jets on Sunday afternoon. The Jets have been soaring this season, boasting a 10-1-0 record and sitting atop the Central Division. The Lightning, meanwhile, are looking to bounce back…
TAMPA, Fla. – The Chiefs are undefeated, and the Bucs are on a two-game losing streak. It doesn’t make for an intriguing Monday Night Football matchup at one of the toughest places to play, Arrowhead Stadium, but don’t tell that to Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield. “Guys have…
ORLANDO, Fla. – The 17-year-old suspect in last week’s downtown Orlando Halloween shooting that left two people dead and eight others injured is being charged as an adult, authorities announced Monday. Jaylen Dwayne Edgar faces two counts of second-degree murder with a firearm and one…
CITRUS COUNTY, Fla. – A Marion County man has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of a retired Citrus County Sheriff’s deputy. 41-year-old Steven Alan Swearingen was found guilty in August of second-degree murder in the death of 52-year-old Steven Smolensky. Smolensky,…
Gustavo Alfonso Castano Restrepo, 55, of Miami, has been indicted on charges of kidnapping resulting in death. The indictment alleges that Restrepo kidnapped Liliana Moreno and her daughter in Miami-Dade County on or around May 30, 2016. The kidnapping resulted in the deaths of Liliana…
Leilani Gonzalez has been located and is safe, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. PREVIOUS REPORT: The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has issued a Missing Child Alert for Leilani Gonzalez, a 15-year-old white-Hispanic female last seen in the 3000 block of NE…
TAMPA, Fla. – Stephen Johnson, the 53-year-old Tampa man who was the subject of a Purple Alert issued on Friday, has been found safe and reunited with his family. The Tampa Police Department located Johnson on Sunday evening and confirmed he is in good health.…
Franta Majs is a common fixture at Florida plant shows and sales. He doesn’t attend to shop, however. He’s on hand to offer advice. “Frequently I’ll see people pulling a wagon with hundreds of dollars worth of plants or trees,” Majs said. “And I’ll ask…
Hurricanes Helene and Milton left many homeowners with flooded septic tanks. To make sure your system is ready for future storms, a University of Florida scientist has suggestions for you. “If you are one of those homeowners with a flooded septic system, it’s likely not…
Invasive species in Florida like Nile monitors and Argentine black-and-white tegus pose a growing threat to the Sunshine State’s environment, economy and public safety. South Florida’s warm climate, disturbed habitats and bustling pet trade have made it a hotspot for these non-native, cryptic reptiles. However,…
The U.S. intelligence community is sounding the alarm about increased foreign interference in the 2024 election, with Russia identified as the most active threat. In a joint statement released today, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), the FBI, and the Cybersecurity and…
Joe Rogan has officially endorsed Donald Trump in the 2024 election following a two-hour interview with Elon Musk. “If it wasn’t for him [Musk], we’d be f***ed,” Rogan posted on X, just hours before polls open. “He makes what I think is the most compelling…
A Florida man is celebrating a life-changing win after claiming a $1 million prize from a Florida Lottery scratch-off ticket. Russell Golden of Panama City purchased the winning 500X THE CASH ticket at Captain Hai’s Fresh Seafood Market & Convenience Store in Panama City. He…
A Florida man is a million dollars richer, thanks to a lucky scratch-off ticket. Miguel Villavicencio, 59, claimed a $1 million top prize from the Florida Lottery’s Gold Rush Doubler scratch-off game. He chose to receive his winnings as a one-time lump sum payment of…
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – A Largo woman is $4 million richer after winning a second-tier prize in the June 11th MEGA MILLIONS drawing. Megan Chora, 40, claimed her prize at Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. Her winning ticket matched all five white ball numbers but missed…
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – A Gulfport man is celebrating a life-changing win after claiming a $2 million top prize from the Florida Lottery’s 100X THE CASH Scratch-Off game. Jesse Robinson, 49, chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $1,280,000. He purchased…
LAND O’ LAKES, Fla. – Pasco County is looking for talented individuals to join its team! The Pasco County Human Resources Department will be hosting a career fair on Friday, November 8th, 2024, at the Pasco County Utilities Building in Land O’ Lakes. This is…
Want to help your community rebuild after Hurricanes Helene and Milton? FEMA is hiring! Over 600 positions are available in Gainesville, Melbourne Beach, Sarasota, and Tallahassee. FEMA’s “Local Hire” program employs local residents to assist in disaster recovery efforts, providing crucial support to their own…
Hurricane Milton, which struck Florida on October 9th, has had a significant impact on the state’s job market. The U.S. Department of Labor reported a sharp increase in unemployment claims for the week ending October 19th, with 10,574 initial claims filed. This marks the highest…
Despite Hurricane Helene’s impact on Florida, the number of unemployment claims filed in the state surprisingly decreased last week. The U.S. Department of Labor reported that 5,367 initial claims were filed in Florida during the week ending September 28th, down from 6,454 the previous week.…
Few culinary pleasures transcend kiddom. But whether crunchy or smooth, paired with jelly, crackers or bread, peanut butter is a food nearly everyone can enjoy. High in protein, it’s also among food banks’ most requested items. Since 2012, UF/IFAS Extension and partner institution Florida A&M…
TAMPA, Fla. – This event has been canceled and will be rescheduled at a later date. We will update this as soon as the new date is released. Hillsborough County Extension Service is hosting a special cooking event for military families newly stationed at MacDill…
Red Lobster, previously struggling and undergoing a turnaround after filing for bankruptcy, has now targeted an additional 23 locations for closure. Three of those locations are in Florida. The company, which once boasted over 700 restaurants globally, began its journey in 1968 in Lakeland, Florida.…
As a staple of plant-based diets like the Mediterranean diet, olive oil has long been lauded for its ability to lower heart disease risk. A recently published University of Florida study, however, suggests other elements of that diet may play a greater role in achieving…