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Hillsborough Sheriff's Deputies: Kidnapping victim found safe
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — Hillsborough County Sheriff's deputies safely located Jayanna Clark Thursday after more than 18 hours of searching throughout the region. Detectives found Clark in Largo with Jahvontae Bell late Thursday. Clark and Bell were both observed exiting a shed on the side of a residence. Clark was safe and unharmed. Bell was arrested at the scene and taken into custody without incident.
Man kidnaps his ex-girlfriend for second time in just over a month, Florida cops say
A man kidnapped his ex-girlfriend near the University of South Florida just over a month after the last time he was accused of kidnapping her, authorities said. Jahvontae Bell, 26, is charged with armed kidnapping, battery and four counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, according to a news release from the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
Woman calls boyfriend to come to crash site, then SUV kills him and dog, Florida cops say
A 23-year-old drove to a crash site to meet his girlfriend who was in a collision, then an SUV killed him and his dog, Florida authorities said. A minor crash happened between two vehicles in Hillsborough County on the northbound ramp of U.S. Route 92 and Interstate 75 the evening of July 13, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Tampa Bay Rep. Castor: Biden should pass the torch
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Rep. Kathy Castor, who represents Hillsborough County and a portion of Pinellas County in Congress, prefers President Joe Biden to not seek re-election. “I think it’s an exciting time to possibly pass the torch,” Castor said. The Tampa Bay area Democratic congresswoman confirmed her stance Friday. She supports Vice President Kamala […]
Victor Crist is the clear choice for Republicans for Hillsborough court clerk
This article represents the opinion of the Tampa Bay Times Editorial Board. The Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller is the official record-keeper for Hillsborough County, responsible for maintaining everything from court, county commission and marriage records to the rolls for prospective jury pools. The clerk also plays an auditing role over county operations. The clerk is elected to a four-year term and paid $205,918 annually. The primary election is Aug. 20. The winner of the Republican primary takes on incumbent Democrat Cindy Stuart in the Nov. 5 general election.
‘I need to update my resume’: Reaction pours in after vote to block millage referendum
The battle over education dollars took an unexpected turn, with one of the state's largest school districts planning to pursue legal action after the Hillsborough County commission blocked a millage rate increase referendum from going on this year's ballot.
Kitty litter in classrooms? Pinellas schools candidate insists it’s true
Pinellas County school board candidate Erika Picard insists that students who identify as cats are seeking special treatment in schools. As part of her campaign, the Palm Harbor University High guidance counselor regularly refers to students requesting litter boxes in their school restrooms. This week was no exception. Explaining her...
Manhunt Ends In Arrest Of Tampa Double Homicide Suspect On Camera
TAMPA, Fla. – The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) has arrested Silvio Ramon Franco Peralta, 35, following a manhunt after he allegedly murdered two people and fled from deputies. On July 13, 2024, HCSO responded to a call regarding a deceased female, Lianet Santos Sosa, 31, who was...
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