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Philadelphia driver arrested after leaving scene of deadly crash on I-78
Pennsylvania State Police have released details of a fatal accident that took place on I-78 westbound in Greenwich Township Friday, August 23, at 4:54 PM. According to a public information release report, the incident occurred as the victim, identified as 49-year-old Jymel Dejuan Smith of Clermont, Florida, stopped his tractor trailer on the right-hand shoulder of I-78 westbound in the area of mile marker 41.5 in Greenwich Township, and exited his vehicle.
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St. Pete to launch advanced air mobility task force
St. Petersburg officials have established an advanced air mobility task force’s framework, less than a month after stressing the need to “catch up” with the rapidly progressing industry. Advanced air mobility (AAM) is a nascent aerospace sector that utilizes electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles (eVTOLs) to...
Drier and Brighter Conditions to Return
Following what was a soggy and stormy Saturday across South Florida, which included a record 2.99 inches of rain at Miami International Airport, a drier and brighter weather pattern — relatively speaking — will settle in to start the next week. The tropical wave we’ve been following is...
Hurricane center watching 2 tropical waves. FL to see thunderstorms as tax holiday kicks off
The tropics remained calm as a sales tax holiday for hurricane and other disaster supplies kicked off Saturday, but severe weather could affect portions of Florida over the weekend. Tropical cyclone activity is not expected over the next seven days, the National Hurricane Center reported in its latest update. ...
Universal Orlando Defies PETA, Doubles Down on Animal Theme Park Entertainment
The use of animals in theme park entertainment has long been a topic of ethical debate, with organizations like People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) leading the charge against practices they deem inhumane. As public awareness of animal welfare issues grows, the tension between advocacy groups and theme park operators continues to intensify.
2024 UCF Football Position Preview: The Quarterbacks
The UCF Knights have added Arkansas transfer KJ Jefferson as their starting quarterback for the 2024 season, enhancing their offensive strategy under coach Gus Malzahn. Jefferson, standing at 6-3 and 247 pounds, brings 39 SEC starts with a total of 9,787 yards and 88 touchdowns, providing a powerful presence compared to last year's nimble quarterback, John Rhys Plumlee. Behind him, Miami transfer Jacurri Brown serves as QB2, while freshmen EJ Colson, Dylan Rizk, and Riley Trujillo compete for future considerations, promising depth. As expectations soar, Jefferson is poised for an impactful season, potentially leading UCF to significant accolades this year.
Orlando Man Pleads Guilty to Illegal Reentry After Multiple Deportations
In a case that underscores the complexities of immigration law enforcement, Daniel Hernandez-Casiano, a 44-year-old man from Orlando, has entered a guilty plea for the federal offense of illegal reentry into the United States after deportation, an action that could see him face up to two decades behind bars, his sentencing is set for the fall, on November 4, as reported by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Florida.
Walmart Recalls Apple Juice For Arsenic In 24 States, Including Florida
TAMPA, Florida- Refresco Beverages US Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of its Great Value 8oz Apple Juice, sold in a six-pack, after discovering that the product contains levels of inorganic arsenic above the safety threshold set by industry guidelines. The company detected arsenic levels at 13.2 parts per billion...
Sunday Favorites: Manasota's Skyward Legacy
The Sarasota Bradenton Airport's story begins in the late 1930s, when forward-thinking leaders from Sarasota and Manatee counties recognized the need for an airport to support the region's growth. In 1939, they chose a 620-acre site along the county line, envisioning it as a gateway to the area’s future. With a grant from the Federal Works Progress Administration and the help of the Civilian Conservation Corps, construction began, and by May 1941, the Sarasota Manatee Joint Airport Authority was established, bringing together representatives from both counties and the cities of Sarasota and Bradenton. By early 1942, the airport was completed, poised to become a hub of progress and connection for the community.
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