Four South Florida residents were sentenced to federal prison for their roles in the distribution of fentanyl and methamphetamine, including incidents resulting in fatal overdoses. On January 16, Gito St Fort, 35, of West Palm Beach, was sentenced to 320 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to distribution ofContinue Reading
In today’s rapidly changing economy, the link between education and industry has become more crucial than ever. Colleges and universities across Northeast Florida are embracing this challenge by transforming the way they prepare students for the workforce of tomorrow. Through innovative research initiatives, experiential learning opportunities, and strong partnerships withContinue Reading
Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) Traffic Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred Monday night in Dania Beach, leaving one man dead. At approximately 8:17 p.m. on January 13, BSO deputies, along with Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue and Hollywood Fire Rescue, responded to a report of aContinue Reading
In the early hours of Friday, January 17, the Tallahassee Fire Department (TFD) responded to two structure fires, one of which resulted in a resident being hospitalized for smoke inhalation. At approximately 12:12 a.m., firefighters were dispatched to a structure fire on Graves Road after a concerned neighbor reported seeingContinue Reading
A 30-year-old man was arrested on Thursday, January 16, 2025, for lewd activity at Lions Park in Winter Haven. Polk County Sheriff’s Office Vice detectives were conducting undercover operations at the park in response to citizen complaints of inappropriate behavior. Around 11:00 a.m., detectives observed Freddyali Garcia Rivera, 30, ofContinue Reading
The Duval County Public Schools Class of 2024 has made history with a record-breaking graduation rate, surpassing the state average for years without waived testing requirements. The district’s overall graduation rate, including charter schools and alternative programs, now stands at 90.9%. Among traditional high schools, the graduation rate reached 95.3%,Continue Reading
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Homicide Unit detectives have arrested 43-year-old Melissa Rae Harper in connection with the death of her 2-year-old son. The case dates back to March 2024, when officers responded to a local emergency room where Harper had brought her unresponsive child. Medical staff attempted to save him, butContinue Reading
On Saturday, January 11, 2025, Daytona Beach Police officers responded to a report of indecent behavior at TJ Maxx, located at 1115 Cornerstone Blvd, around 12:50 p.m. According to the reporting party and a juvenile witness, a man was seen exposing himself and engaging in inappropriate behavior in the store’sContinue Reading
On January 15, 2025, the Nuisance Abatement Board in Daytona Beach reviewed violations of sanctions previously imposed on J Food Store, operated by Gatlin Brothers of Daytona Beach, LLC. The sanctions stemmed from narcotics-related activities discovered on the property in 2024 and were originally set to remain in effect untilContinue Reading
Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan will host a series of six town halls to engage with citizens about her budget priorities and provide updates on various city projects and initiatives. These events are free and open to the public, with no preregistration required. The town halls are scheduled as follows: TheseContinue Reading