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issued January 17th|updated January 17thTAMPA — A federal judge has ruled on a $122 million shortfall on the books of a bankrupt St. Petersburg nonprofit that managed a medical trust fund for more than 2,000 injured and disabled people. The court ruled that a Clearwater businessman was responsible.Judge Roberta Colton of the Middle District of Florida this week signed a summary judgment against Leo Govoni filed by bankruptcy trustee Michael Goldberg. This gave him the power to trace Govoni’s assets. Govoni’s Boston Finance Group received a $100 million loan from the Center for Special Needs Trust Management.The judge also approved…
The United States Prosecutor Roger B. Handberg has announced that Matthew A. Inman (39 years old, Orlando) has arrested and filed a criminal complaint. In the case of being convicted, Inman could be sentenced to at least five years in federal prison and up to 20 years. Inman was hired by tourist group Visit Orlando, but is now leaving the group. Visit Orlando said, “After knowing the charges, he began the procedure to release his employment immediately. The dismissal came into effect on January 21.”Inman was also involved in two local political organizations, the Democratic Party of the Orange County…
Today is Inauguration Day.At noon today, Monday, January 20th (also MLK Day), Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States.But when will he return to the White House? Will he live there at all?Here’s a short list of presidents who lived elsewhere while in office, when presidents can move to the White House, and what you need to know about Inauguration Day.Does the President have to live in the White House?There are no laws or regulations that require the President of the United States to reside in the White House.The first president, George Washington, did…
Written by Sam Taub, NerdWalletThe investment information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. NerdWallet, Inc. does not provide advisory or brokerage services and does not recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks, securities, or other investments.January is a great time to start working towards your financial goals. If you want to start investing, the first step is to open an investment account. But which type of account is right for you?Roth IRAs have tax benefits and can be useful for long-term savings goals such as retirement or even buying your first home. Brokerage accounts…
As Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida lawmakers debate convening a special legislative session on immigration, there are important points to remember.These politicians want undocumented workers in this state. We have the law and their own recorded words to prove it.scott maxwell (provided)Two years ago, Republican lawmakers passed a law that protects companies that hire illegally from punishment.That would be like giving a license to traffickers while vowing to crack down on human trafficking.Politicians argued that the 2023 law would crack down on companies that don’t use the federal government’s E-Verify database to first vet employers. But read the actual law.…
It’s definitely winter, but will it be even colder in the forecast?In Tampa?Florida?That’s correct. It’s not yet time to take your single wool coat to the dry cleaners. Another cold front is approaching, and next week will bring severe cold.Last year was the hottest year on record on Earth, breaking the previous year’s record. In Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg just recorded its hottest year on record in 2024, and Tampa did the same the year before. Record-breaking heat has led to unusually long stretches of cool weather. But temperatures in Tampa have been about 5 degrees below average so far…
The app was disabled on President Donald Trump’s first day in office.Shortly after Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States on January 20, the controversial CBP One app used by immigrants outside the United States to make appointments at U.S. ports of entry was disabled.“Starting January 20, 2025, the CBP One™ feature that previously allowed undocumented immigrants to submit advance information and make reservations at eight Southwest Border Border Ports will no longer be available, and the existing Your reservation has been cancelled,” the customs notice said. The Border Patrol (CBP) website states:CBP did…
Inauguration day has arrived.President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn in at noon today, becoming the 47th president of the United States.The ceremony was moved indoors on Friday due to severe cold weather expected in Washington, D.C., today.➤ Inauguration Day Live Updates: Donald Trump takes oath of office, returns for second termTemperatures early Monday morning haven’t fallen to record lows in Washington, D.C., but it’s still cold outside.What time is the presidential inauguration today?Vice President-elect J.D. Vance will be the first to be sworn in, and Trump will be sworn in at noon.The ceremony was moved inside the U.S. Capitol because…
Alan Suderman, AP Business WriterPresident Donald Trump’s goodwill in the cryptocurrency industry has been tarnished after he and his wife launched a meme coin. Critics say the move looks like an unseemly cash grab that undermines efforts to legalize digital assets.The industry feels unfairly targeted by the Biden administration, which has spent millions to help Trump win, and is hoping to support the new president in making cryptocurrencies a bigger part of the mainstream financial system. I long for it. President Trump has promised to ease regulations and appointed pro-cryptocurrency bureaucrats to key government positions.The price of Bitcoin and other…
Florida Legislature meetings often have fascinating tidbits and sidebar stories, and the special session called by Gov. Ron DeSantis in late January is one that doesn’t appear on the printed House or Senate calendars. There are two interesting side bets.Bill Cotterell (Florida News Service)Officially, this special session gave President Donald Trump whatever he needed to mass deport illegal aliens, made it harder to propose state constitutional amendments through the petition process, and amended condo safety rules. However, it is still intended to provide assistance to Floridians. Hurricane damage last year. However, the only way to do that was to wait…