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Four deputies, along with a corporal and a sergeant, responded to a cell where the unresponsive inmate was located. BROOKSVILLE, FL – On Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at approximately 10:53 p.m., a deputy working inside the Hernando…

The victim described the suspect as a black male, approximately 30 years of age, approximately 6’ tall, and skinny build. He was wearing black pants and a black hooded sweatshirt with a pocket in the front. BOYNTON BEACH, FL –…

In accordance with Chapter 775 the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is advising the public about a declared Sexual Predator who is now residing in West Palm Beach, FL. To view additional information about sexual predators in your…

Teenage EcoExplorers, increased Everglades Literacy in local schools and climate change exhibits part of new immersive program. A new Environmental Sustainability Manager at the Museum will lead the initiative, which is based on The…

Heriberto Batista Montijo, 42, was charged with 19 charges of sexual assault on a victim under the age of 12, child cruelty, lewd and lascivious behavior on a child and multiple counts of possession of child pornography. Now, detectives…

Brent Scott Kern, 37, of Rotonda West, was arrested several hours later in the same general location. Kern was charged with Grand Theft of Motor Vehicle, Burglary of Dwelling Structure or Conveyance While Armed and Grand Theft More Than…

Hampton Forest Apartments, a 152-unit multifamily apartment building in Gainesville, Florida. MIAMI, FL – DB Capital Partners, LLC (DB), a privately-held real estate investment company based in Miami, Florida, closed the sale of Hampton…

According to authorities, one adult male was pronounced deceased from gunshot wound and three other adult victims were treated for non-life threatening injuries. No suspect information or motive is known at this time. BOYNTON BEACH, FL…

In accordance with Chapter 775 the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is advising the public about a declared Sexual Predator who is now residing in Pahokee, FL. To view additional information about sexual predators in your neighborhood…

A growing number of Republican-led states have withdrawn from the federal program, claiming it will be an incentive to get people back to work. TALLAHASSEE, FL - Laid-off workers are appealing to Gov. Ron DeSantis to reverse plans to…

Amos Alexander Shepard, 19, of Port St. Lucie, was located, arrested, interviewed and transported to the Palm Beach County Jail on the charge of Murder Dangerous Depraved without Premeditation, section 812.13 2A (FF). WEST PALM BEACH,…

At a Friday afternoon news conference, Sheriff Mike Chitwood praised the response by the deputies as well as the detailed information provided by the 911 caller. While commending the deputies’ efforts to get Gentry to drop his rifle, the…

Anyone that can identify the individual and/or has information on the above homicide is requested to contact Miami-Dade Police Department Homicide Detective R. Raphael at (305) 471-2400. If you wish to remain anonymous, then contact…

Keith Norman, 47, and Gibson Green, 36 were arrested for burglary to a conveyance across county lines, petit theft, conspiracy to commit a felony and criminal mischief. Norman and Green also face charges in connection with a similar crime…

Dakota Lewis, a graduate student at the University of Central Florida (UCF) and a 2020 fellow in the Forage Fish Research Program, has studied algal blooms and fish kills in the Indian River Lagoon, which stretches along 40% of Florida's…

Upon arrival deputies located three individuals deceased from gunshot wounds, one adult male, one adult female and one child. The shooter is one of the deceased. UPDATE JUNE 10, 2021, 8:38 PM: The family has invoked Marsy’s Law,…

Governor Ron DeSantis’ rule effectively bans critical race theory, an academic concept that asserts that racism is a social construct, instruction in schools throughout the state of Florida. TALLAHASSEE, FL – On Thursday, the Florida…

According to authorities, the suspect entered McDonalds through the drive thru window. Once inside he helped himself to over $800 in cash.  The burglary occurred on June 8, 2021 at 1:00 am. The McDonalds is located in the 12000 block of US…

Upon arrival, deputies located a juvenile suffering from gunshot wounds. The shooter was immediately identified and taken into custody. WEST PALM BEACH, FL - On Thursday, June 10, 2021 at approximately 1:42 pm, Palm Beach County…

A preliminary investigation revealed both victims were inside their vehicle, parked, when the subjects drove next to them and opened fire. The victims then crashed into a fence as they attempted to get away; the subjects continued…

Services now to include transport for classic and luxury cars, trucks, motorcycles, recreational vehicles and sports utility vehicles Good Greek Moving & Storage also is the Official Mover of the Miami HEAT, Miami…

The two-day groundbreaking quality-of-life summit was hosted by The Florida Palliative Care Coalition, ORLANDO, FL – The two-day groundbreaking Florida Palliative Care Coalition Summit opened on Friday, June 4,…

A DNA sample was a positive match to the DNA of John Doe #1, verifying the identity as Jerry Lombard, born in Massachusetts August 30, 1962. He lived in Lowell, Ma. According to the family, Jerry was a bit of a drifter, and it was common…

According to investigators, on Wednesday, June 9, at approximately 5:27 a.m., an unknown red vehicle was traveling northbound on Old Dixie Highway and struck a pedestrian, riding a standing electric scooter, crossing SW 296 Street. …

Polling by the Hart Research Associates shows 85% of voters support federal law ensuring the right to reproductive health care, including abortion, annual screenings and birth control. File photo: Zuttmann Benoelken, Shutterstock.com,…

According to authorities, Elenal Barrabi, 62, was last seen on Friday, June 4, 2021 wearing jeans and a beige and white t-shirt. UPDATE JUNE 10, 2021, 7:40 PM: According to authorities, Elenal Barrabi, 62, has been located. A…

Responding officers arrested 53 year old Tina Kindred, who had been throwing and smashing multiple glasses and bottles while standing on the establishment’s bar completely nude. OCALA, FL - A crazed Florida woman was tasered and…

Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies removed the victim from the vehicle and began performing CPR until Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue arrived on scene.  DANIA BEACH, FL - A shooting early Sunday morning left one man dead in Dania Beach.…

From left to right: Yahtayvius McCutchen, 17, Quantayvius McCutchen, 19 and Keyshad Richardson, 19, all of whom are Miami residents, were all charged with two counts of attempted murder in the 1st degree. MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FL - The…

Luis Garcia, 26, of Belle Glade, was arrested and charged with first degree premeditated murder, assault and firing a weapon. Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office Deputies responded to multiple people fighting in the parking lot in the…