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When a Child Speaks Up: Why an 11-Year-Old’s Courage Matters for Every Community

Thursday, July 23

In Hinesville, Georgia, an 11-year-old girl made a choice that probably saved her family. When her father attacked her with a belt and a T-ball bat, she didn’t freeze. She flagged down a police officer and reported what was happening. This wasn’t a child... Read More.

1.6 Million Dozen Eggs Recalled: What Gulf Coast Shoppers Need to Know Right Now

Thursday, July 23

A major egg recall just went into effect across six states, and if you shop at Kroger or Brookshire’s, you need to know about it. Midwest Poultry Services announced on Wednesday that nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs are being recalled due to potential salmonella... Read More.

St. Petersburg Sanitation Worker Killed in Targeted Shooting; Interstate 75 Standoff Ends in Arrest

Thursday, July 23

A St. Petersburg sanitation worker’s life ended Wednesday afternoon in what police describe as a targeted attack. The 47-year-old victim was shot inside her work vehicle around noon in the 4100 block of 12th Avenue South. Suspect Ladavion King fled the scene, triggering a... Read More.

Florida Supreme Court Rejects Ethics Deal in Judge’s Racial Comments Case: What Comes Next

Thursday, July 23

The Florida Supreme Court has decided to reject a negotiated settlement involving Judge John E. Jordan of Orlando, pushing the case toward further proceedings that could bring stiffer consequences than originally planned. The judge made controversial comments to a Black defendant during a plea... Read More.

Port Charlotte Man Wanted After Shooting Into Family Vehicle During Domestic Dispute

Thursday, July 23

The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is actively searching for George V. Kilgore III after an incident Tuesday that left Port Charlotte residents shaken. During a domestic dispute at a home in the 600 block of Cape Terrace NW, Kilgore allegedly fired multiple shots into... Read More.

Will Roberts, the Alabama Teen Whose Cancer Plea Went Viral, Dies at 15

Thursday, July 23

Will Roberts became a name known across the nation this spring when the 15-year-old accessed his mother’s Facebook page and posted a heartfelt request for help. Battling stage 4 bone cancer, Will’s simple plea went viral, attracting the attention of Dr. Oz, lawmakers, and... Read More.

Tropical Storm Bertha Weakening Before Texas Landfall: What to Expect Today and Tonight

Thursday, July 23

Tropical Storm Bertha is on track to make landfall along the Texas coast this afternoon or evening, but forecasters are noting an important detail: the system is significantly weakening before it arrives. Upper-level winds are disrupting the storm’s circulation, preventing it from strengthening and... Read More.

Fake Badge, Real Danger: How to Verify Police Credentials and Protect Yourself

Thursday, July 23

A Georgia woman’s encounter at a Wawa gas station in April has reignited critical conversations about personal safety and predatory behavior. When a man approached her with what appeared to be a police badge and accused her of drunk driving, she had no reason... Read More.

From Dining Room Table to Bradenton Success: How A. Shadow Designs Built a Five-Year Empire

Thursday, July 23

Five years ago, Tori Lee sat down at her kitchen table with a blank piece of paper and a simple goal: create a business plan in one night. She was a stay-at-home mom with a Cricut machine and an idea. Ryan, her significant other,... Read More.

St. Petersburg Sanitation Worker Killed in Targeted Attack; Suspect Arrested After I-75 Pursuit

Thursday, July 23

A St. Petersburg sanitation technician was fatally shot inside her work vehicle Wednesday afternoon, marking a tragic loss for the city and a stark reminder of the dangers faced by essential workers. The 47-year-old victim, a twelve-year city employee, was shot in the 4100... Read More.

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When a Child Speaks Up: Why an 11-Year-Old’s Courage Matters for Every Community

1.6 Million Dozen Eggs Recalled: What Gulf Coast Shoppers Need to Know Right Now

St. Petersburg Sanitation Worker Killed in Targeted Shooting; Interstate 75 Standoff Ends in Arrest

Florida Supreme Court Rejects Ethics Deal in Judge’s Racial Comments Case: What Comes Next

Port Charlotte Man Wanted After Shooting Into Family Vehicle During Domestic Dispute

Will Roberts, the Alabama Teen Whose Cancer Plea Went Viral, Dies at 15

Tropical Storm Bertha Weakening Before Texas Landfall: What to Expect Today and Tonight

Fake Badge, Real Danger: How to Verify Police Credentials and Protect Yourself

From Dining Room Table to Bradenton Success: How A. Shadow Designs Built a Five-Year Empire

St. Petersburg Sanitation Worker Killed in Targeted Attack; Suspect Arrested After I-75 Pursuit

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