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Lakeland Police Department facing another police brutality allegation
LAKELAND, Fla. — A man is accusing Lakeland police officers of using unnecessary force, stemming from an incident in February. 10 Tampa Bay has obtained the police body cam video of the confrontation, which started when a man named of Marcus Adams says he stopped to smoke a cigarette on the Florida Southern College campus and was asked to leave.
Plant City para archer qualifies for Paralympics after surviving brutal attack
PLANT CITY, Fla. - When we first met the unstoppable Tracy Otto in April 2023, she was determined to qualify for the paralympic archery team. She’s the survivor of a brutal attack at the hands of an ex-boyfriend, but she fought through her injuries, proving the impossible is possible.
Warner University’s Dr. David A. Hoag Tenure Ends For a New Calling
According to the university’s website, Warner University Board of Trustees announced today that Dr. David A. Hoag has been called to lead Christian higher education effective September 1, 2024. Dr. Hoag has been selected as the new President of Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) in Washington D.C., serving more than 185 schools.
1 hospitalized after house fire in Brandon, Fire Rescue says
BRANDON, Fla. — Hillsborough County Fire Rescue responded to a house fire in Brandon that left one person hospitalized Sunday afternoon. Firefighters received calls of smoke and fire in a bedroom at a home around 2:50 p.m. on Timber Pond Drive, Fire Rescue said in a news release. Crews...
One Dead In Dover Commercial Fire: Hillsborough County Fire Rescue
DOVER, Fla. – A devastating two-alarm fire engulfed a commercial structure at 3223 Sydney Dover Road on Sunday afternoon, tragically claiming the life of one civilian. Hillsborough County Fire Rescue received multiple calls around 4:45 PM reporting flames and smoke billowing from the building. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered a fully engulfed structure and immediately launched a defensive attack to contain the blaze.
Ruskin homeowner dropped by Florida Peninsula Insurance
RUSKIN, Fla. — Ruskin homeowner Lionel St. Hilaire emailed ABC Action News for answers after receiving a notice of non-renewal from Florida Peninsula alerting him that he would be dropped in the middle of hurricane season. "I was really shocked," he told ABC Action News Anchor Nadeen Yanes. "Because...
Dodgers draft Kellon Lindsey, Florida high school shortstop in first round, 23rd overall pick
The Dodgers with the No. 23 pick in the 2024 MLB Draft took Kellon Lindsey, a shortstop out of Hardee High School in Wauchula, Florida in the first round. This is the third straight year the Dodgers drafted a position player with their first pick, following catcher Dalton Rushing 40th overall in 2022 and outfielder Kendall George at No. 36 in 2023. Like George last year, Lindsey is considered one of the fastest players in this year’s draft.
Lake Wales Police Department To Participate in Regional Awareness Campaign
Lake Wales Police Department is participating in the 2024 Operation Southern Slow Down. Beginning July 15, 2024, state and local law enforcement agencies in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee will join forces for a week long high visibility enforcement and awareness campaign to reduce fatalities and serious injuries by getting motorists to obey speed limits on roadways from local to interstate highways.
Polk County Fire Rescue Conducts Successful High-Angle Rescue At Winter Haven Hotel
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR), in collaboration with the Winter Haven Fire Department (WHFD), responded to a high-angle rescue call at the Courtyard Hotel in Winter Haven this afternoon. The incident involved workers who became stranded at a significant height, requiring specialized rescue techniques. PCFR...
Dr. David A. Hoag Concludes Successful Tenure as Warner University’s Third President
The Warner University Board of Trustees announced today that Dr. David A. Hoag has been called to lead Christian higher education on a national scale effective September 1, 2024. Dr. Hoag has been selected as the new President of Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) in Washington D.C., serving more than 185 schools.
Homebuilding is taking a hit from interest rates
U.S. metro areas are on track to permit fewer new housing units than last year, according to Census Bureau data. Why it matters: That's a problem for people facing steep housing prices. Experts estimate America is short over 3 million units of housing, either to rent or to buy. The...
Florida speeders beware: Police cracking down for 'Operation Southern Slow Down'
The Florida Department of Transportation, the Florida Highway Patrol and local law enforcement agencies have joined forces for the annual “Operation Southern Slow Down,” a joint effort with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the states of Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee. The operation started...
Lakeland man recently released from jail accused of cutting power, breaking into businesses
LAKELAND, Fla. - A 24-year-old Lakeland man released from jail less than a month ago is back behind bars at the Polk County Jail. He's accused of cutting the power to a shopping plaza to break into businesses. The Lakeland Police Department deemed the suspect, Cory McPhaul, a person of...
Lakeland closes a popular city playground to cut down two diseased oak trees
Lakeland staff have closed down a city park starting Monday to allow for removal and cleanup of a potential hazard. Fletcher Park's playground was closed Monday for the city to remove two declining oak trees. The trees have noticeable and documented issues that could cause a hazard to those using the playground.
The Florida Man Takes ‘Self-Checkout’ to a Whole New Level in Walmart Parking Lot
The Florida man never seems to amaze when it comes to his weird behavior. Let’s face it, you know when there’s a Florida Walmart in the news, it’s bound to be something weird. Meet Trinell Alexander Webster, a 33-year-old from Dundee, with a blue Toyota Corolla and a habit of disturbing people in Walmart parking lots.
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