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On the issue of crime, it appears to be another victory for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. Data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation Crime Data Explorer shows that some cities in the state have a lower rate of violent crime. Cape Coral is the lowest in violent crime, with three more Florida cities appearing in the top 10 of the least violent cities in the country. Memphis has the highest rate of violence, followed by St. Louis with the second highest rate of violent crime, and Cleveland with the third. A total of 25 violent crimes were included in the…
Below is an official statement from the US Lawyer’s Office in the Central District of Florida regarding the guilty plea of a Mexican citizen charged with illegally transporting an undocumented alien. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe has announced the filing of criminal charges accusing Talea Williams (21, North Fort Myers) and Javion Ward (21, Fort Myers) of the Hobbs Act robbery. If convicted, each faces up to 20 years in federal prison. Williams and Ward committed numerous armed robberies in Hillsboro, Sumter, Manatee and Sarasota counties in the week of September 15, 2025, all in proximity to I-75, according to the…
TALHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) — Property tax debate is a central stage in the state capitol, pushing leaders to cut or potentially eliminate them entirely. Lawmakers spent the summer meetings with constituents and local governments to figure out how Tallahassee could provide relief. Tampa Bay women sold for sex by their mothers seek accountability “These are really tough decisions people have to start making,” said co-chair Vicki Lopez (R-Miami). “Our job is to come up with what I think is a fair and fair proposal to be placed on the vote. And it’s up to the voters.” After the final meeting…
ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida officials have released a new online reporting tool aimed at helping residents flag the threat of politically motivated violence. Florida Attorney General James Usmieire and Education Commissioner Anastasios Camoutes announced the launch of the Combat Violent Extremism Portal during an event at the University of Valencia. The secure portal allows citizens to submit screenshots, videos and other evidence of the militant threat directly to the prosecutor’s offices across the state. Submissions may be submitted anonymously. “This portal is to enable Floridians to play a direct role in preventing political violence,” Usmeyer said. “In Florida, the threat…
ORLANDO, Fla. (WFLA) – UCF football’s offensive line coach passed away unexpectedly on Sunday night, UCF Athletics announced. Sean Clark, 50, passed away Sunday evening after experiencing a medical emergency on Tuesday, September 9th. “Shaun was more than a coach. He was an incredible guy, husband and father who cared deeply about his players and staff,” UCF head coach Scott Frost said. “The players and coaches’ response to the news this morning are testament to Sean’s personality and the impact he had on every life he touched. He was loved. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Jonell and…
The Museum of Fantasy Orlando gives the dog a day again. International Drive Attraction will host the Bark-o-ween Bash: Spooktacular Puppy Pawty, a welcoming dog event on October 11th. Visitors can take pets to tricks, dog treats (such as branded tennis balls), and costume contests during the attraction’s usual, practical heart-bending displays and photo shoots. Participants in the most eerie outfit will be selected by votes on social media. Admission is $29.99 and advance reservations are required. Bark-O-houry hours are 9am to 11am The attraction operated at Icon Park will have a separate ticket offer in October. Admission is $17.99…
ORLANDO, Fla. (WFLA) — State investigators say they agreed to an internal memo from Universal Orlando Resort, which stated that the epic space roller coaster was working properly when riders stopped responding and later died. “The previous internal investigations confirmed that the riding system was functioning as intended, and at the start of the ride, the onboard stock had been completed and the onboard vehicle had returned to the station, and team members had followed the procedure. The report reveals the number of injuries sustained at Florida theme parks this year Investigators with the Florida Department of Agriculture told WESH…
(Nexstar) – Kirkland-branded ahi tuna products are recalled from Costco locations in 33 states regarding concerns that components could be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, according to a notification posted by the US food and drug agency. The recall comes after Western United Fish Company, Kent, Washington, which produces Costco products, was notified that some of the green onions used in the product were positive for Listeria Monocytogene. The company said the “root cause” of the positive test results had not been identified as of Saturday. Tom Holland was injured in a stunt accident on the “Spider-Man” set According to the…
SeaWorld Orlando recently unveiled a teaser video trailer for a new thrill ride, due to debut in 2026: SeaQuest: Legends of the Deep. Below is the official SeaWorld preview video and an official explanation of the ride that will interrupt your rider in the dark as you take a virtual tour of the oceans around the world. Unparalleled deep sea adventure Get ready to dive into an unforgettable journey under the waves of the world’s most fitting hanging dark rides. Opened in 2026, SeaQuest: Legends of the Deep takes families on a voyage that honors the most extraordinary territory of…
Washington – US Rep. Greg Stube, R-FLA. The measure, titled “Streamlining the FEMA Procurement Procedures Act,” directs the president to take steps to enable local governments to use qualified, “risk construction managers” (CMAR) procurement methods. This approach allowed construction managers to oversee projects from design to completion, and qualifications were heavier than pricing. Currently, FEMA rules prioritize costs as a determinant of project funding. This conflicts with state procurement laws such as Florida, which require qualifications to obtain priorities. Steube said the discrepancy caused delays and cancellations of necessary projects after a natural disaster. His bill will tailor FEMA requirements…