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SARASOTA, Fla. – The Sarasota Police Department executed a search warrant at an apartment at 4900 North Tamiami Trail, in Sarasota, on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at 4:30 a.m. Investigators say the search warrant was a result of Probation and Parole members conducting a probation…
Read More Sarasota Search Warrant Lands Two Drug Traffickers In Jail
Jennie Taer The number of migrants authorities encountered at the U.S.-Mexico border in May shattered all Department of Homeland Security (DHS) records. During the month, border authorities encountered 239,416 migrants at the southern border, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced Wednesday. May’s encounters exceeded April’s record of 234,088…
Read More Border Agents Encountered More Migrants Crossing From Mexico Than Ever Before
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – A 63-year-old Temple Terrace man was killed in a crash that happened around 3:00 pm on Wednesday. According to Florida Highway Patrol, the man was driving an SUV northbound along the I-75 exit ramp leading to Bruce B Downs Boulevard when…
Read More 63-Year-Old Temple Terrace Man Killed In Crash On I-75
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit was able to save 11 victims of a capsized boat thanks to the help of some local citizens who immediately responded when the vessel started sinking. On Sunday, June 12, 2022, at approximately 5:24 p.m.…
Read More WATCH: Deputies, Good Samaritans Save 11 People From Florida Waters After Boat Capsized
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that registration for the 2022 Florida Python Challenge® has opened and the annual 10-day event will be held August 5-14, 2022. Members of the public are now able to take the required online training and register to compete to win thousands…
Read More DeSantis Announces 2022 Florida Python Challenge
LAND O’ LAKES, Fla. – Pasco County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate a shooting that occurred last night near the Tropical Smoothie in Land O’ Lakes near the intersection of SR 54 and Livingston Ave. Just before 8:45 p.m., two juvenile males, ages 16 and…
Read More Pasco Sheriff: Suspect Wanted In Shooting That Started At Land O’Lakes Tropical Smoothie, Spilling Over To Crunch Fitness
Gas prices are rising, but just owning a car can put a dent in your budget. “Preplanning is the key,” said Carol Roberts, one of several UF/IFAS Extension agents throughout the state specializing in community resource development. “There are plenty of cost-saving measures you can…
Read More Find Your Frugal: Five Ways To Save On Auto Expenses
Are you looking for adventure? The 2022 Ford Bronco is built for adventure and will deliver the excitement you crave on and off the road. Drivers interested in the brand-new Ford Bronco want to know – what are the 2022 Ford Bronco trim levels and prices? A…
Read More Guide To The 2022 Ford Bronco Trim Levels, Features, And Technology
RUSKIN, Fla. – Hillsborough County’s Healthy Living program is hosting an event on Saturday, June 18, where residents can receive free groceries as well as a variety of health services. Hillsborough County residents will be given free groceries from 10-11:30 a.m. at an open house…
Read More Free Groceries Available At Saturday Food Pantry Event In SouthShore
TAMPA, Fla. – Beginning at 9 am today, the outside eastbound lane of W Gandy Blvd will be closed between S Manhattan Avenue and S Lois Avenue as the Tampa Water Department returns to complete a more permanent restoration following earlier work to repair a…
Read More Lane Closures On W Gandy Blvd Between S Manhattan Ave And S Lois Ave