Incoming Border Czar Tom Homan issued a chilling warning Sunday, saying that ‘something is coming’ with at least 400 known terrorists identified as entering the county. He fears the number could be much higher. Homan joined Fox News host Sean Hannity on Sunday evening to…
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Support Disaster Relief With Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Florida License Plate
Florida residents can now show their love for the Margaritaville lifestyle and support disaster relief efforts with the new Margaritaville specialty license plate. The proceeds from the sale of Margaritaville license plates will benefit Singing for Change, a foundation created by Jimmy Buffett that supports…
Op-Ed: Pete Hegseth Will Be Confirmed
A group of three 20-something young men in black tie walked past me on Capitol Hill on Saturday night, no doubt on their way to one of the many celebrations for President-elect Donald Trump in Washington, D.C. this weekend. “Hello, my fellow Republicans!” I bellowed.…
Biden Grants Clemency To 7, Posthumous Pardon For Civil Rights Leader Marcus Garvey
President Joe Biden announced a series of clemency actions on Sunday, pardoning five individuals and commuting the sentences of two others, calling these pardons an effort to uphold America’s promise of second chances. The move marks another milestone in Biden’s tenure, as he continues to…
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Tom Homan Warns “Something Is Coming” As 400 Known Terrorists Identified At Border
Incoming Border Czar Tom Homan issued a chilling warning Sunday, saying that ‘something is coming’ with at least 400 known terrorists identified as entering the county. He fears the number could be much higher. Homan joined Fox News host Sean Hannity on Sunday evening to…
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Support Disaster Relief With Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Florida License Plate
Florida residents can now show their love for the Margaritaville lifestyle and support disaster relief efforts with the new Margaritaville specialty license plate. The proceeds from the sale of Margaritaville license plates will benefit Singing for Change, a foundation created by Jimmy Buffett that supports…
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Op-Ed: Pete Hegseth Will Be Confirmed
A group of three 20-something young men in black tie walked past me on Capitol Hill on Saturday night, no doubt on their way to one of the many celebrations for President-elect Donald Trump in Washington, D.C. this weekend. “Hello, my fellow Republicans!” I bellowed.…
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Biden Grants Clemency To 7, Posthumous Pardon For Civil Rights Leader Marcus Garvey
President Joe Biden announced a series of clemency actions on Sunday, pardoning five individuals and commuting the sentences of two others, calling these pardons an effort to uphold America’s promise of second chances. The move marks another milestone in Biden’s tenure, as he continues to…
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Florida Rep. Mast Intros Bill To Rename Post Office In Honor Of Fallen Trooper Zachary Fink
U.S. Congressman Brian Mast (FL-21) has introduced legislation to rename the United States Postal Service facility located at 290 NW Peacock Boulevard in Port St. Lucie, Florida, in honor of Trooper Zachary Fink, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty nearly a…
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Polk County Deputies Arrest Winter Haven Woman After Fleeing Scene Of Crash
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – A Winter Haven woman is facing charges after allegedly fleeing the scene of a car accident on Saturday evening. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrested 26-year-old Jaimee Haley following a crash at the intersection of Recker Highway and County Road 542,…
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Trump To Sign Slew Of Executive Orders On Monday, Rolling Back Biden
President-elect Donald Trump is set to sign more than 50 executive orders, and potentially over 100, on his first day in office, according to sources within his transition team. The sweeping actions aim to deliver on campaign promises, reverse key policies from the Biden administration,…
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Truck Overturns On I-275 In Pinellas County, Driver Injured
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – A single-vehicle crash on Interstate 275 in Pinellas County on Sunday afternoon resulted in the overturning of a truck and minor injuries to the driver. The incident occurred around 12:35 PM south of 38th Avenue North in St. Petersburg. According to…
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Vice President-elect JD Vance Talks Fentanyl, Trade With Chinese Vice President Han Zheng
Vice President-elect JD Vance welcomed Vice President Han Zheng of the People’s Republic of China to the United States on Sunday ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration. The meeting between the two leaders comes amid heightened diplomatic engagement between the two global powers. During their…
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Florida State Guard Requests Funding For Medics, Aviation Expansion
The Florida State Guard is aiming to bolster its capabilities, seeking legislative approval to add medics and expand its aviation resources. State Guard Executive Director Mark Thieme addressed the House Transportation and Economic Development Budget Subcommittee on Wednesday, outlining the need for designated medics within…
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Florida Supreme Court Rejects Appeal Of Death Row Inmate Wayne Doty
The Florida Supreme Court has denied an appeal by a death row inmate convicted of murdering a fellow inmate at Florida State Prison in 2011. The court rejected a series of arguments raised by attorneys for Wayne Doty, who was found guilty of killing Xavier…
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Florida Lawmakers Seek To Protect State Parks From Development
Florida lawmakers are taking steps to protect the state’s natural treasures from development. A new bill filed in the House of Representatives would prohibit the construction of golf courses, pickleball courts, lodges, and other amenities in state parks. The proposal (HB 209), filed by Rep.…
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Life-Threatening Cold Weather To Impact Millions Of Americans
The coldest air of the season is set to engulf much of the Central and Eastern U.S. this week, bringing dangerously low temperatures and life-threatening wind chills that could impact millions. AccuWeather meteorologists warn that the Arctic blast will push temperatures below zero for extended…
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TikTok Resuming Service In US After Temporary Blackout
TikTok, the popular video-sharing app, is in the process of restoring service to millions of U.S. users following a brief blackout imposed in response to a federal law that threatens the platform with a permanent ban. On Sunday, TikTok’s China-based parent company, ByteDance, announced that…
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Human Smuggler “Moni” Extradited From Mexico To Face Charges In Texas
A Mexican national accused of participating in an international human smuggling conspiracy has been extradited from Mexico to the United States to face charges in Texas. Monica Hernandez-Palma, 32, also known as Moni, was arrested in Mexico following a U.S. extradition request and surrendered to…
Sports
Dismal First Half Sinks USF Bulls Against UAB
TAMPA, Fla. – To illustrate how rough the first half was for the USF Bulls on Wednesday evening is that they made 12 of their first 16 second-half shots from the field and still trailed by 10. Not that they were dismal from the field…
USF’s Nay’Quan Wright Competing In Trillion Tropical Bowl In Daytona Beach
TAMPA, Fla. – Former USF running back Nay’Quan Wright will have the opportunity to impress NFL scouts and general managers this week without leaving the state. Wright, who spent two seasons with the Bulls after transferring from Florida, was invited to the Trillion Tropical Bowl.…
Bucs Todd Bowles Praises The Commanders Jayden Daniels In Washington’s Win
TAMPA, Fla. – The Washington Commanders, behind rookie QB Jayden Daniels, throwing two touchdown passes and playing mistake-free football with no turnovers, beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 to advance in the playoffs. Bucs head coach Todd Bowles had high praise for Daniels. “You’ve got to…
Buccaneers Host Commanders In Wild Card Rematch: Everything You Need To Know
TAMPA, Fla. – The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are set to kick off their playoff campaign with a Wild Card Round showdown against the Washington Commanders at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday night. This highly anticipated matchup is a rematch of the Week 1 clash between…
Cops And Crime
Florida Rep. Mast Intros Bill To Rename Post Office In Honor Of Fallen Trooper Zachary Fink
U.S. Congressman Brian Mast (FL-21) has introduced legislation to rename the United States Postal Service facility located at 290 NW Peacock Boulevard in Port St. Lucie, Florida, in honor of Trooper Zachary Fink, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty nearly a…
Florida Supreme Court Rejects Appeal Of Death Row Inmate Wayne Doty
The Florida Supreme Court has denied an appeal by a death row inmate convicted of murdering a fellow inmate at Florida State Prison in 2011. The court rejected a series of arguments raised by attorneys for Wayne Doty, who was found guilty of killing Xavier…
Cold Case
Pasco Sheriff’s Office: Missing New Port Richey Teen Located Safe
NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. – Alijah Cothron has been located and is safe, according to the Pasco Sheriff’s Office. PREVIOUS REPORT: The Pasco Sheriff’s Office is currently searching for a missing and runaway 14-year-old named Alijah Cothron. Cothron is described as 5’9″ tall, weighing approximately…
Pasco Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help In Locating Missing Wesley Chapel Teen
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – The Pasco Sheriff’s Office is currently searching for a missing-runaway 15-year-old named Joseph Mendola. Mendola is described as 5’9″ tall, weighing approximately 150 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen on January 18th around 12:15 AM in…
Pinellas County Sheriff: Missing Elderly Woman Located Safe
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – Nhi Thi Mai has been located and is safe, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office. PREVIOUS REPORT: The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 74-year-old woman. Nhi Thi Mai was last seen at…
Florida Agriculture
Pasco County Prescribed Burns Aim To Reduce Wildfire Risk
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) is conducting prescribed burns in Pasco County to reduce the risk of uncontrolled wildfires. These controlled burns will take place from now through March at three locations: Starkey Wilderness Preserve, Conner Preserve, and Cypress…
University Of Florida Secures $300K NSF Grant To Address Phosphorus Pollution In South Florida Ecosystems
University of Florida scientists have secured a $300,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to address one of South Florida’s most pressing environmental challenges: excess phosphorus in freshwater ecosystems such as the Everglades. The two-year project will focus on identifying and advancing treatment technologies to…
UF/IFAS Extension Helps Florida Farmers Reduce Water Use By 40%
Sakata Seed America Inc. shares the same water as urban residents in Southwest Florida. So, farm manager Cory Dombrowski wanted to see if he could irrigate more efficiently at the research farm east of Fort Myers. He did. With the help of UF/IFAS Extension, Sakata…
Politics
Tom Homan Warns “Something Is Coming” As 400 Known Terrorists Identified At Border
Incoming Border Czar Tom Homan issued a chilling warning Sunday, saying that ‘something is coming’ with at least 400 known terrorists identified as entering the county. He fears the number could be much higher. Homan joined Fox News host Sean Hannity on Sunday evening to…
Op-Ed: Pete Hegseth Will Be Confirmed
A group of three 20-something young men in black tie walked past me on Capitol Hill on Saturday night, no doubt on their way to one of the many celebrations for President-elect Donald Trump in Washington, D.C. this weekend. “Hello, my fellow Republicans!” I bellowed.…
Lottery
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa Rings In The New Year With $1M Slot Jackpot Winner
TAMPA, Fla. – A lucky gambler ended 2024 on a high note, hitting a $1 million jackpot at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa just two days before the new year. The fortunate player won a grand total of $1,055,817.49 on a $25…
Florida Woman Wins $1 Million On Lottery Crossword Scratch-Off Game
A Florida woman is starting the new year with a whole lot of extra cash after winning a $1 million prize from the Florida Lottery’s BONUS LETTER CROSSWORD Scratch-Off game. Dozier claimed her prize at the Lottery’s Orlando District Office, choosing to receive her winnings…
Mega Millions Rings In The New Year With A $1.22 Billion Jackpot Winner In California
One lucky lottery player in California is starting the new year with a bang after winning the massive $1.22 billion Mega Millions jackpot drawn on Friday night. The winning ticket matched all six numbers: the white balls 3, 7, 37, 49, and 55, plus the…
Mega Millions Jackpot Soars To $1.15 Billion For Tonight’s Drawing
The Mega Millions jackpot has reached a staggering $1.15 billion after no winning ticket was drawn on Tuesday, making it the fifth-largest prize in the game’s history and offering a potential belated Christmas gift for one lucky player. Mega Millions tickets cost $2 each, but…