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Lakeland Woman Killed When Ejected From Car After Colliding With Concrete Utility Pole
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LAKELAND, Fla - A 37-year-old Lakeland woman was killed in an early morning crash, according to Lakeland Police Department.
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Hillsborough County Sheriff Investigating Homicide In Tampa
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TAMPA, Fla - The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is conducting a homicide investigation in Tampa.
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Hurricane Nicole Insured Losses Top $500M In Florida
Hurricane Nicole (NWS)
Estimated insured losses from Hurricane Nicole have topped $500 million, with the largest numbers of claims in Orange and V [...]
Florida Governor DeSantis Targets “Judicial Hellhole” In “Bad Faith” Law
Governor Ron DeSantis (Governor's Office)
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by Senate President Kathleen Passidomo and House Speaker Paul Re [...]
Local Zephyrhills Special Needs Child Receives Dream Trip To Visit Orlando Theme Parks
Julian Posey was recently granted a dream from the Sunshine Foundation for a family trip to Florida Theme Parks. (Photo Provided)
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Tampa Carjacking Homicide Suspect Arrested
Paul Williams II (HCSO)
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. - Detectives have arrested the suspect identified in the carjacking homicide that occurred on Fe [...]
VIDEO: Footage Of Attempted Bank Robbery Suspect In Valrico Released
Detectives continue to ask for the public's assistance in locating the suspect who attempted to rob a bank in Valrico on February 10, 2023.
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Report: Disney To Surrender Florida Reedy Creek District To DeSantis Without Firing A Shot In Court
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Over the weekend, Variety magazine reported that the Walt Disney Co. would not fight a new bill that strips the company of its spec [...]
As Florida Eyes Constitutional Carry, Concealed Carry Licenses Increase
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Florida lawmakers are considering proposals to eliminate a requirement that people obtain concealed weapons licenses before they ca [...]
70-Year-Old Georgia Woman Struck and Killed Running Across Ulmerton Road In Florida
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PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. - A 70-year-old Georgia woman was killed while crossing Ulmerton Road in Pinellas County, according to Florid [...]