TAMPA, Fla. – Tampa Police released a new video that shows the moments before a deadly shooting in the 500 block of S. Howard Ave. On May 12, 2024, shortly before 3:00 a.m., Tampa Police officers on patrol in SoHo heard shots fired at a…
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Florida Gov. DeSantis Expands Storm Emergency
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday added three counties to a state of emergency after tornadoes and thunderstorms Friday ripped through Tallahassee and other areas of North Florida. DeSantis added Escambia, Santa Rosa and Okaloosa counties to the emergency declaration. When initially issued Friday it…
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Presidential Candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Files Suit Against Meta For Election Interference, Censorship
Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and American Values 2024 (AV24) have filed a lawsuit alleging election interference against Mark Zuckerberg, Meta Platforms, Inc., Facebook Operations, LLC, Instagram, LLC, and John Does. The lawsuit accuses Meta et. al. of violating Plaintiffs First Amendment rights, “civil…
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Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody Warns Of Scams Following Tornadoes, Severe Weather
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is warning Floridians about disaster scams and price gouging that may arise following tornadoes and severe weather in Northern Florida this past week. Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for 12 counties in Northern Florida as more than 180,000 Floridians…
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New Study Details Heat Risks For Workers After Florida Lawmakers Barred Protections
After Florida lawmakers this year barred local heat protections for workers, a new study cites “strong and robust evidence that excessive heat increases the frequency of injuries” to workers — with risks particularly in the South. The Workers Compensation Research Institute last week released the…
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Former Federal Prosecutor Pours Cold Water On MSNBC Host’s Argument Michael Cohen Will Be Good Witness
Former federal prosecutor Ankush Khardori countered MSNBC host Chris Jansing’s argument that former President Donald Trump’s previous attorney Michael Cohen will be a beneficial witness for the prosecution. Cohen, who has previously pleaded guilty to lying to Congress and admitted to lying under oath to a federal…
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Denying Mistrial Over Stormy Daniels’ Testimony Is One Of Many Mistakes By Judge, Legal Experts Say
Stormy Daniels’ detailed testimony about her alleged affair with former President Donald Trump should have been grounds for a mistrial, legal experts told the Daily Caller News Foundation. Judge Juan Merchan denied two motions for a mistrial raised by Trump’s defense attorneys last week in response to…
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Gov. DeSantis Awards $2.3 Million To Florida’s Military Communities
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced the award of $2.3 million Monday through the Defense Infrastructure Grant Program. These awards will bolster Florida’s military communities by supporting infrastructure projects and the economic development of their surrounding communities. “Florida is the most military- and veteran-friendly state in…
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Florida Fish And Wildlife Offers Free Course To Become A ‘Florida Friendy Angler’
Keep Florida the Fishing and Boating Capital of the World by becoming a Florida Friendly Angler (FFA) today! This free, self-paced, online course is perfect for new and experienced anglers who want to learn about best fishing practices, protecting fish habitat and marine fisheries management.…
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Latest News
Florida Gov. DeSantis Expands Storm Emergency
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday added three counties to a state of emergency after tornadoes and thunderstorms Friday ripped through Tallahassee and other areas of North Florida. DeSantis added Escambia, Santa Rosa and Okaloosa counties to the emergency declaration. When initially issued Friday it…
Cold Case
Hillsborough County Sheriff: Missing 17-Year-Old Brittany Hernandez Located Safe
GIBSONTON, Fla. – Brittany Hernandez has been located and is safe, according to Pasco Sheriff’s Office. Hillsborough County Sheriff’s deputies were searching for the missing teen who was last seen in Gibsonton. Read: Death Investigation Underway After Man Found Dead From Shooting In Lithia Deputies…
Florida Agriculture
Florida Ag Commissioner Issues Updated Emergency Rule For Livestock And Avian Influenza
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson has issued Emergency Rule 5CER24-6, updating specific restrictions on the importation of cattle into Florida to help prevent the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The emergency rule builds upon previously issued safety protocols, policies and guidance, and…
Florida Citrus Industry Continues To Feel The Squeeze
Bruises continue to be inflicted on Florida’s citrus industry, as the forecast for the nearly concluded growing season dropped further Friday. The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued an updated production forecast that was 5.6 percent below projections released in April. Meanwhile, a decades-old citrus association…
Politics
Presidential Candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Files Suit Against Meta For Election Interference, Censorship
Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and American Values 2024 (AV24) have filed a lawsuit alleging election interference against Mark Zuckerberg, Meta Platforms, Inc., Facebook Operations, LLC, Instagram, LLC, and John Does. The lawsuit accuses Meta et. al. of violating Plaintiffs First Amendment rights, “civil…
Former Federal Prosecutor Pours Cold Water On MSNBC Host’s Argument Michael Cohen Will Be Good Witness
Former federal prosecutor Ankush Khardori countered MSNBC host Chris Jansing’s argument that former President Donald Trump’s previous attorney Michael Cohen will be a beneficial witness for the prosecution. Cohen, who has previously pleaded guilty to lying to Congress and admitted to lying under oath to a federal…
Lottery
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
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…
Jobless Rate In Florida Inches Up
Matching its highest level in two years, Florida’s unemployment rate has ticked up to 3.2 percent after holding steady for three consecutive months at 3.1 percent. The Florida Department of Commerce on Friday estimated 353,000 Floridians were out of work and actively seeking employment in…