A federal judge on Wednesday blocked a key part of a 2023 law championed by Gov. Ron DeSantis that aimed to crack down on illegal immigration, finding the law “intrudes upon territory” under the responsibility of the federal government. The lawsuit, filed in July by…
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Florida Missing Child Alert Canceled For Dade City Teen Alton Brownfield, Located Safe
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Alton Brownfield has been located and is safe, according to Pasco Sheriff’s Office. A Florida MISSING CHILD Alert was previously issued for Alton Brownfield, a missing/endangered 15-year-old. Brownfield is 5’6″, around 155 lbs., with brown hair and brown eyes. Brownfield was…
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Florida Missing Child Alert Canceled For Dade City Teen Alton Brownfield, Located Safe
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Alton Brownfield has been located and is safe, according to Pasco Sheriff’s Office. A Florida MISSING CHILD Alert was previously issued for Alton Brownfield, a missing/endangered 15-year-old. Brownfield is 5’6″, around 155 lbs., with brown hair and brown eyes. Brownfield was…
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Suspended State Attorney Worrell Lawsuit, Challenging Florida Gov. DeSantis, Tossed
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit on Wednesday in which two voters and the group Florida Rising Together challenged Gov. Ron DeSantis’ suspension of Orlando-area State Attorney Monique Worrell. U.S. District Judge Julie Sneed issued a 15-page ruling stating that plaintiffs David Caicedo, Rajib Chowdhury,…
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Texas Sen. Ted Cruz Grills Judicial Nominee Over Placing Female Prisoners In Danger Of Serial Rapist
Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas grilled United States Magistrate Judge Sarah Netburn Wednesday about a case centering around a serial child rapist during a Wednesday confirmation hearing. Netburn, who was nominated for a seat on the United States District Court for the Southern District…
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Florida Board Of Education Tees Up School Athletics Changes
The state Board of Education is slated to consider ratifying changes to the Florida High School Athletic Association bylaws next week, which would include a provision allowing student-athletes to continue playing sports if they have graduated early. Changes to FHSAA bylaws must be approved by…
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NHC Monitoring Tropical Wave Ahead Of Florida Hurricane Season Start
As the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season looms, meteorologists and weather enthusiasts are closely monitoring the region for signs of early tropical activity. The National Hurricane Center has identified the first tropical wave of the upcoming season, a promising yet unorganized disturbance currently situated in the…
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Beach Nourishment To Begin June 3 At Pass-a-Grille
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – The initial phase of the project to nourish Pass-a-Grille beach is scheduled to begin June 3 following the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners allocating an additional $4.4 million Tuesday to fund the full nourishment. The two-phase project will include placing…
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Tampa Police Detectives Need Your Help To ID Burglary Suspects
TAMPA, Fla. – Tampa Police Detectives are investigating multiple burglaries that occurred recently and are hoping someone can help identify the suspects. The suspects broke into businesses in three recent burglaries before stealing property and money. In the early morning hours of May 15, 2024,…
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South Tampa Chamber Announces 2024 Business Of The Year Finalists
TAMPA, Fla. – The South Tampa Chamber is pleased to announce the finalists for our newly reimagined 2024 Business of the Year Awards. The Business of the Year Awards recognize and honor members who have demonstrated leadership, positive growth, development, integrity in business operations, and…
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Sports
Florida Board Of Education Tees Up School Athletics Changes
The state Board of Education is slated to consider ratifying changes to the Florida High School Athletic Association bylaws next week, which would include a provision allowing student-athletes to continue playing sports if they have graduated early. Changes to FHSAA bylaws must be approved by…
Georgia QB, Former University Of Florida Recruit Jaden Rashada Sues In $13.85M ‘NIL’ Dispute
Saying his experience is “emblematic of the abuses running rampant in the world of big-time college football,” a former high-school star quarterback on Tuesday filed a lawsuit accusing University of Florida football coach Billy Napier, a top Gators booster and others of wrongdoing related to…
Indiana Fever Guard Caitlin Clark Signs Multiyear Deal With Wilson
Wilson Sporting Goods Co. announced Tuesday a multiyear partnership with Indiana Fever guard, Caitlin Clark, as part of its athlete roster. Wilson will roll-out signature basketball collections celebrating Clark’s continued legacy, as well as work with her to innovate product across the WNBA, NBA and…
Cops And Crime
Palm Harbor Man Charged With Murder In Brutal Beating Death Of St. Petersburg Man
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office detectives are conducting a homicide investigation in Palm Harbor. According to deputies, on Tuesday, at approximately 3:36 p.m., deputies responded to 302 Shore Drive in Palm Harbor after a 911 caller stated his neighbor told him that…
Cold Case
Florida Missing Child Alert Canceled For Dade City Teen Alton Brownfield, Located Safe
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – Alton Brownfield has been located and is safe, according to Pasco Sheriff’s Office. A Florida MISSING CHILD Alert was previously issued for Alton Brownfield, a missing/endangered 15-year-old. Brownfield is 5’6″, around 155 lbs., with brown hair and brown eyes. Brownfield was…
Florida Agriculture
U.S. Forest Service Grants Aim To Curb Florida Wildfire Threats
The U.S. Forest Service said this week that $250,000 in federal funding was given to each of Jacksonville and Sarasota County as part of efforts to protect homes, businesses, and infrastructure from wildfires. Under the federal Community Wildfire Defense Grant program, 158 local governments nationwide,…
Lottery
Florida Man Wins $1 Million On $5 Lottery Scratch-Off From Publix In Winter Haven
The Florida Lottery announced Friday that Carlos Cole, Sr., 53, of Winter Haven, claimed a $1 million top prize from the SEVEN FIGURES Scratch-Off game at Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. Cole chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $695,000.00. Cole purchased his…
Georgia Woman Wins Whopping $2 Million On Florida Lottery Monopoly Scratch-Off Game
The Florida Lottery announced Thursday that Lavoncis Armstrong, 64, of Riverdale, Georgia, claimed a $2 million top prize from the $10 MONOPOLY DOUBLER Scratch-Off game at Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. Armstrong chose to receive her winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $1,597,848.00. Armstrong purchased…
Florida Lottery Announces New Lineup Of Games For Grouper And Grouper Super Sampler
The Florida Lottery revealed Tuesday an enhanced series of games accompanying every GROUPER® and GROUPER® Super Sampler package play purchase. With these new games, players now have increased opportunities to win big while spending less! Unlock incredible value with each GROUPER package play, receiving $6…
Job News
Polk County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Substitute School Crossing Guards Across Polk County
POLK COUNTY, Fla. – The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is seeking qualified men and women in Polk County who desire to work as substitute crossing guards this year. Substitute school crossing guards are needed in the following areas: Lakeland, Fort Meade, Bartow, Highland City, Lake Wales…
Florida Jobless Claims Decline
Florida last week saw a drop in first-time unemployment claims, though company notices filed with the state show some workers face layoffs. On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Labor released a report that estimated 5,680 unemployment applications were filed in Florida during the week ending…