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According to investigators, on Friday, May 14, a newer model Mercedes Benz struck a cyclist at SW 109 Avenue. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded and determined the cyclist deceased on the scene. The vehicle failed to stop and fled in an…

The incident started around 4:15 p.m. Thursday, May 13, 2021, when a white Kia Optima fled from deputies during a proactive narcotics operation in Deltona. The suspect ended up in DeLand, where he backed into a parking spot in the West…

According to authorities, David Ur had been suspended from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) in December 2020 after a routine, internal review of his reports revealed issues with poor report writing and failure to activate his body…

South Florida moving business owner David T. Hines, 29, pleaded guilty in February to fraudulently acquiring $3.9 million from the Payroll Protection Program (PPP), a program that grants forgivable loans to assist small businesses cover…

LANTANA, FL - According to authorities, shortly after 3:00 pm on April 24, 2021, Palm Beach County Sheriffs Office deputies responded to the 6400 block of Seminole Circle in the town of Lantana. Upon arrival deputies located a female…

Hernando County Fire Rescue and Emergency Services arrived on scene within a few minutes to extinguish the fire and tend to the injured woman who sustained severe burns to both arms and legs. A family member also arrived on scene to tend…

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is encouraging educators preparing for the upcoming 2021-22 school year in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic to have a “normal” school year, saying “These kids do not need to be wearing these…

Tiffany Carmello, 34, of Port Charlotte, was arrested and charged with two counts of possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. She was also issued a warning for a traffic violation. , Anel Estremera, 37,…

As the boat was attempting to flee from the Customs Border Patrol three Haitian males jumped overboard. Two were later taken into custody. One was found floating nearby. File photo: Wangkun Jia, Shutterstock.com, licensed. PALM BEACH…

Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies and North Lauderdale Fire Rescue responded. When emergency crews arrived, an adult male was located suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. NORTH LAUDERDALE, FL - Broward Sheriff’s Office homicide…

LAKE WORTH, FL - On January 1, 2021, Marcos Sanchez Morales, 30, of Lake Worth, was driving a 2003 Honda Odyssey traveling southbound on North C Street in the city of Lake Worth Beach when he struck a pedestrian, Rudy Leonel Martin…

Seated front row L-R – Corrections Deputy Paige Butzer, Corrections Deputy Jacelyn Litman, Lt. William Garlick, Corrections Deputy Daniel Quijada, Corrections Deputy David Ronga. Standing row L-R – Cpl. Timothy Farley, Corrections Deputy…

Johnny Jackson was born and raised in Lee County, and was one of six children. He worked at a lawn care service in Lehigh Acres and regularly spent time with his family, especially his nieces and nephews. FORT MYERS, FL - Southwest…

Corshana S. Hatter, 27, of Hollywood, was arrested for DUI and charged with leaving the scene of a crash involving death, failure to register a vehicle and no valid driver license for the hit-and-run. The investigation is ongoing. …

Gov. Ron DeSantis says his executive order waiving the work-search requirement for those getting unemployment benefits will likely end May 29. Photo credit ShutterStock.com, licensed. TALLAHASSEE, FL - Laid-off workers who had to fight…

Detectives confirmed that inside a van is roughly 20, 15-gallon drums full of fuel totaling 300 gallons. Englewood Fire is on scene due to the hazardous contents. PLACIDA, FL - The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is on scene…

In Florida, prospective foster parents work with local community organizations to complete the licensing process to become a foster parent.  Photo credit ShutterStock.com, licensed. TALLAHASSEE, FL - May is National Foster Care Month,…

As additional responding units approached, the suspect was able to jump out of the wrecked patrol car and into another Cocoa Police Department vehicle, again fleeing northbound on I-95. VOLUSIA COUNTY, FL - Around 4:15 this afternoon,…

According to authorities, at around 11:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 5, a victim was riding in the right thru lane when she fell off of her bike. As she attempted to get up, the vehicle struck her. The driver failed to stop and fled the scene. …

"The day that career scumbag David Debenedictis got locked up was a great day for Volusia County, and my hope is that he's never going to walk free to victimize another innocent person," said Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood. …

Julian A. Fernandez, 24, of Fort Myers, was charged with fleeing or attempting to elude a law enforcement officer, aggravated assault on an officer, possession of marijuana over 20 grams, reckless driving, driving without license revoked…

The Nikima Thompson Butterfly Garden was unveiled in Wilton Manors. Roxanne "Rocky" Haubrich spent many shifts working side by side with fellow Broward Sheriff’s Office Communications Operator Nikima Thompson, who passed away from COVID-19…

Nicholas James Trench, 31, was charged, with second degree murder, first degree arson, and abuse of a dead body. MARION COUNTY, FL - On Thursday, May 6, 2021, Major Crimes Detectives charged Nicholas James Trench, 31, with second degree…

Ricky Merrill and Dori Colyer were last seen on May 9, 1981, leaving the Hilltop Lounge on Broad Street in Brooksville, Florida. The pair told friends they would return to the lounge shortly but never returned. BROOKSVILLE, FL - On May…

From left, Jim Leasure, 52, Richard Morgan Sr., 44, and Darren Morgan, 40, were each arrested on a charge of Grand Theft. They were transported to the Hernando County Detention Center where their bond was set at $5,000 each. The boat was…

According to authorities, Jeffrey Sorgatz, 59, of Las Vegas, scammed n 80-year-old New Smyrna Beach-area woman into sending him $41,000. NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL - Volusia sheriff's detectives have identified and charged an online scam…

Wayne B. Hibbs III, 53, was booked at the Volusia County Branch Jail on Wednesday after he was transported over from the Gulf Correctional Institution, where he has been in custody on other charges since shortly after the homicide. …

The Fleming Island branch office donated $10,754 to Pace Center for Girls, Clay. From left, Cheyenne and Harli. JACKSONVILLE, FL – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty proudly announces the company has donated $21,284…

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed SB 90, a significant election integrity bill. File photo credit: YES Market Media, Shutterstock.com, licensed. WASHINGTON, D.C. - Moments ago, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed SB 90, a…

A study by the National Academy of Sciences reveals salt marsh provides an average of $695,000 per square mile a year in protective value to Southeast communities and military installations from storm-surge flooding.  Photo credit…