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Tampa, Florida is not immune to high-stakes personal injury risks. In recent years, the city and surrounding Hillsborough County have recorded a crash rate of approximately 1,857.7 per 100,000 motor vehicle crashes. This is 78% higher than the average for Florida, highlighting the extremely high potential for injury on local roads. Whether it’s a car accident, slip and fall, or other traumatic incident, residents face a legal process that often begins long before settlement negotiations. Facing that reality in Tampa means knowing when and who to ask for help. That’s where the trusted legal team at Brooks Law Group comes…

military appreciation night On Thursday, the Panthers will host the first of two Military Appreciation Nights (Nov. 13 and March 24) against the Washington Capitals. During the game, fans can write letters to troops overseas at the Mission United table on the Plaza level. Pantherland and FLATeamShop.com will feature exclusive military-themed Panthers merchandise, including hats, packs, jerseys and more. The Panthers Foundation will begin selling Military Appreciation mystery autographed packs online on Nov. 12 at FlaPanthers.givesmart.com and at Amerant Bank Arena on Nov. 13. Click here for more information. stash dash Get ready to run! The 6th Annual Florida Panthers…

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) – Two 4-year-old children are in critical condition after being shot inside an Orange County home. Deputies responded to a call at AdventHealth East Orlando on Nov. 8 around 2 p.m., where staff told them two 4-year-old twins had sustained gunshot wounds. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office interviewed the parents, Keishara Goodrum and Maurice Bright Jr., who did not witness the incident, but both told police they heard a loud “pop” inside the home. After hearing a loud “pop,” their mother, Keishala, was in the kitchen and noticed one of the twins had a wound when…

A recent poll by the University of North Florida showed that affordable home insurance and property insurance are the state’s top two issues. The Florida Chamber of Commerce will highlight impactful reforms passed in 2022 aimed at stabilizing Florida’s insurance market and will convene top leaders from business, insurance, law and government to assess the current situation. The chamber says continued signs of progress, from new carriers and lower rates to reduced litigation costs, are encouraging confidence, but cautions that Florida remains a high-risk market. Mark Wilson, president and CEO of the Florida Chamber of Commerce, said part of the…

(NewsNation) — Soldiers and their families at Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida have been told to remove Christmas decorations from their homes. A photo posted to an Air Force Facebook group showed an email sent by Balfour Beatty Communities, the landlord of all privatized housing on the base. Why celebrate Veterans Day? “As I was driving through my neighborhood yesterday, I noticed that Christmas decorations were already starting to appear in the area,” the message said. “All holiday decorations should reflect each month and should not be done more than 30 days before a particular holiday. If you currently…

This Thursday is the Florida Association of Universities 2025 Success Summit, where Helios Educational Foundation and the Association of Florida Colleges and Universities (AFC) will release an economic impact report that reveals how Florida’s 28 state universities generate billions in additional income, revenue and savings for students, taxpayers and the state. Chancellor Georgia Lorenz, chair of the University of Florida System Council of Presidents and leader of Seminole State University, will present new data showing this will have a positive economic impact on local governments. “Together, Florida’s universities contribute more than $56 billion to our state’s economy and support 1…

The goal on the man advantage marked Reinhardt’s eighth goal of the season and his second on the power play. Ivan Barbashev hit back for Las Vegas and got the Golden Knights within one point at 9:04, but it was a close call. After fending off a late attack from Las Vegas, the Panthers wrapped up their road trip with a 3-2 victory Monday night. “It’s going to be a lot of fun playing in front of the fans and the building,” Boqvist said. “I can’t wait.” they said it “He (Sebrango) was unreal not only tonight but also in…

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida man returned from a tropical vacation Sunday and found himself handcuffed. Michael Mock, 48, of Port St. Joe, was arrested by the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office on Nov. 9 while disembarking from a cruise in Port Canaveral. Two men convicted of murder plot to kill 17-year-old assault victim The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) announced that Mock was the subject of a child sexual abuse investigation even before he boarded the ship. Investigators say the victim recently accused Mock of a crime that occurred about six years ago. Authorities said they found…

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) — With three weeks left until the committee meets, Florida lawmakers are trying to revive some priorities that weren’t considered in the last legislative session. Immigration reform, property taxes, local investment, and government efficiency are all once again at the forefront for House and Senate leaders. A small plane on a hurricane relief mission to Jamaica crashes near Florida, killing two people. Senate President Ben Albritton (R-Wachula) made that clear last session. Funding rural areas was one of his top priorities. However, as the House, Senate, and governor continued to be at odds over tax cuts, the…

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – On Monday, Bucks head coach Todd Bowles spoke with NewsChannel 8’s Eileen Natiuk in an exclusive weekly interview, “Bucs and Bowles,” to discuss the team’s 28-23 loss to the New England Patriots at Raymond James Stadium. Treveyon Henderson and Drake Maye led the Patriots to a 28-23 victory over the Buccaneers. “We encourage our players to be responsible. I don’t think we had a killer instinct yesterday. I think from an energy standpoint we played like we had a bye week. When you’re on a roll, it’s there. It’s good for him to speak up and…