ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – The City of St. Petersburg is making it easy for residents to dispose of their live Christmas trees after the holidays with a free, citywide collection service. Starting on Saturday, January 11th, residents can place their trees curbside for collection. To…
HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. – A routine traffic stop in Brooksville turned into a significant drug bust after deputies discovered a substantial amount of methamphetamine on a bicyclist. On December 23th, Hernando County Sheriff’s Deputies D. Barlow and S. Belmonte stopped a bicyclist in the area…
As the clock ticks down on President Joe Biden’s tenure, the contrast between his reserved approach and President-elect Donald Trump’s assertive preparations for his return to office is starkly evident. With just 25 days until the transition of power, Biden has opted for a low-profile…
Millions across the United States are bracing for a dangerous mix of severe weather, icy conditions, and relentless storms that could disrupt holiday travel and festivities into the weekend. AccuWeather meteorologists are warning of significant threats across the South, Southeast, Northeast, and Northwest regions. A…
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – The City of St. Petersburg is making it easy for residents to dispose of their live Christmas trees after the holidays with a free, citywide collection service. Starting on Saturday, January 11th, residents can place their trees curbside for collection. To…
HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. – A routine traffic stop in Brooksville turned into a significant drug bust after deputies discovered a substantial amount of methamphetamine on a bicyclist. On December 23th, Hernando County Sheriff’s Deputies D. Barlow and S. Belmonte stopped a bicyclist in the area…
As the clock ticks down on President Joe Biden’s tenure, the contrast between his reserved approach and President-elect Donald Trump’s assertive preparations for his return to office is starkly evident. With just 25 days until the transition of power, Biden has opted for a low-profile…
Millions across the United States are bracing for a dangerous mix of severe weather, icy conditions, and relentless storms that could disrupt holiday travel and festivities into the weekend. AccuWeather meteorologists are warning of significant threats across the South, Southeast, Northeast, and Northwest regions. A…
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – All eastbound lanes of State Road 54 near Land O’Lakes Boulevard have been shut down following a vehicle crash, according to Pasco Sheriff’s Office. Motorists in the area are being advised to expect significant delays as emergency responders address the situation.…
Two liberal legal experts are urging congressional action to prevent President-elect Donald Trump from taking office, citing Section 3 of the 14th Amendment. Evan Davis, the former editor in chief of the Columbia Law Review and David Schulte, the former editor in chief of the…
Congressman Greg Murphy (R-NC) issued a warning on Thursday, suggesting that federal funds for California could be jeopardized if Governor Gavin Newsom proceeds with plans to shield undocumented immigrants from President-elect Donald Trump’s impending deportation efforts. A draft memo obtained by Politico outlines Newsom’s proposed…
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is leading to the development of increasingly human-like AI systems, capable of mimicking human conversation, actions, emotions, and even creativity. Iveda (NASDAQ: IVDA), a cloud-based AI technology company, is leading the charge with the announcement of a major…
CITRUS COUNTY, Fla. – The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has arrested two suspects in connection with the December 19th shooting of 44-year-old Aaron Michael Kyle, who succumbed to his injuries at the hospital following the incident on South Scarlet Oak Terrace. The CCSO received…
A sheriff’s office in Florida is going above and beyond to reunite a suspected drug smuggler with their lost loot: 25 kilos of cocaine, estimated to be worth $1.7 million. In a humorous Facebook post, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey announced that the cocaine, neatly…
A Highlands County jury has sentenced Zephen Xaver, 27, to death last week for the execution-style murder of five women at a SunTrust Bank in Sebring in 2019. Xaver pleaded guilty in March 2023 to five counts of first-degree murder with a firearm for the…
RIVERVIEW, Fla. – A three-vehicle crash on Wednesday night in Hillsborough County has claimed the lives of two Palm Harbor women. The crash occurred at the intersection of Ambleside Boulevard and U.S. 301 around 6:03 PM. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a Hyundai Sonata…
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has filed a lawsuit challenging the Biden administration’s plan to halt federal coal production in the Powder River Basin, a region responsible for 85% of all coal produced on federal land. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for…
A legal battle is heating up over the removal of books from Florida school libraries, with major publishing companies and authors arguing that a state law restricting certain materials violates First Amendment rights. The lawsuit, filed in August in federal court in Orlando, challenges a…
TAMPA, Fla. – A water main break has forced the closure of the westbound lane of East 8th Avenue between North 21st Street and North 19th Street in Tampa. The Tampa Water Department is currently on site working to repair the break. Barricades and signs…
TAMPA, Fla. – Future student-athletes attending USF might want to learn about the collegiate career of Mac Harris. It is not that the linebacker’s stats have lit up box scores the past few years, though he has lit up many ball carriers in 2024. Rather,…
TAMPA, Fla. – The Tampa Bay Lightning and Florida Panthers renew their heated rivalry on Sunday at Amalie Arena. The two teams faced off in a thrilling first-round playoff series earlier this year, with the Panthers emerging victorious. Both teams have strong offensive firepower, led…
TAMPA, Fla. – Much of the build-up among Gator Nation heading into Friday afternoon’s Gasparilla Bowl against Tulane swirled around quarterback DJ Lagway. After all, it was the true freshman who was a savior of sorts in starting the final six games of the regular…
A Florida appeals court on Thursday denied a request by the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) for a rehearing in a legal battle with Florida State University (FSU) over issues including sports media rights and the university’s potential departure from the conference. The ACC sought a…
CITRUS COUNTY, Fla. – The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has arrested two suspects in connection with the December 19th shooting of 44-year-old Aaron Michael Kyle, who succumbed to his injuries at the hospital following the incident on South Scarlet Oak Terrace. The CCSO received…
A sheriff’s office in Florida is going above and beyond to reunite a suspected drug smuggler with their lost loot: 25 kilos of cocaine, estimated to be worth $1.7 million. In a humorous Facebook post, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey announced that the cocaine, neatly…
PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – The Pasco Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 51-year-old Molly Curnutte, who has been missing since December 9th. Curnutte was last seen in the Radio Road area of Naples in Collier County. She is described as 5’6″…
With Christmas just two days away, a Michigan woman is desperately seeking answers in the disappearance of her mother, Sharon Marie Cleaveland, who vanished from Daytona Beach three months ago. 57-year-old Cleaveland was last seen on September 18th at her residence at 1105 Hillcrest Drive,…
LAND O’ LAKES, Fla. – Mariah Tillery has been located and is safe, according to Pasco Sheriff’s Office. Previous Report: Pasco Sheriff’s deputies are actively searching for Mariah Tillery, a 24-year-old woman who was last seen on December 16 in the Causeway Boulevard area of…
Hurricane Milton caused agricultural production losses with an estimated value between $190.4 million and $642.7 million in Florida, according to a preliminary report by the UF/IFAS Economic Impact Analysis Program (EIAP). The report is based on a diverse set of baseline data and surveys UF/IFAS…
Florida’s citrus industry, once a cornerstone of the state’s economy and identity, is facing a steep decline, according to a new report by Florida TaxWatch. The report, The Continuing Decline of Florida’s Citrus Industry, sheds light on the challenges threatening the sector, including diseases, natural…
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced the opening of the application cycle for the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program, inviting farmers and ranchers to apply for easements aimed at preserving working agricultural operations. Landowners can submit applications online through January 29, 2025, as…
As the clock ticks down on President Joe Biden’s tenure, the contrast between his reserved approach and President-elect Donald Trump’s assertive preparations for his return to office is starkly evident. With just 25 days until the transition of power, Biden has opted for a low-profile…
Two liberal legal experts are urging congressional action to prevent President-elect Donald Trump from taking office, citing Section 3 of the 14th Amendment. Evan Davis, the former editor in chief of the Columbia Law Review and David Schulte, the former editor in chief of the…
A lucky lottery player in New Jersey has finally come forward to claim a massive $1.12 billion Mega Millions jackpot, ending months of speculation about the winner’s identity. The winning ticket, sold at ShopRite Liquor #781 in Neptune Township, matched all six numbers in the…
The Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to a staggering $1.15 billion after no winning ticket was drawn on Tuesday, making it the largest prize ever offered in the month of December. This marks the seventh time in the game’s history that the jackpot has surpassed…
The Florida Lottery announced a string of exciting wins last week, with four lucky players claiming million-dollar prizes from various Scratch-Off games. These winners, hailing from across the state, joined the ranks of instant millionaires after their purchases turned small investments into life-changing payouts. Winter…
The MEGA MILLIONS® jackpot has soared to a staggering $862 million for tonight’s drawing, marking the largest prize ever offered in December. The jackpot has rolled over 28 times since the September 13, 2024, drawing, generating excitement among players nationwide. Florida residents have the chance…