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This State Leads The Nation In Shark Attacks, But Risk Remains Low
According to the latest data from the Florida Museum of Natural History’s International Shark Attack File (ISAF), Florida continues to be the shark attack capital of the United States. In 2023, the Sunshine State recorded 16 unprovoked shark bites. The figure represents 44% of the U.S. total and 23% of unprovoked bites worldwide. With its extensive 1,350-mile coastline and warm waters, Florida offers an ideal environment for both sharks and humans. Consequently, the state’s popularity as a beach destination and its vast marine ecosystem contribute to more shark encounters than other regions.
Florida Law Enforcement Dismantles Drug Ring and Dog-Fighting Network, Arresting 23 in Pinellas County and Tampa Bay
In a coordinated crackdown on illicit activities, law enforcement agencies in Florida have brought down a drug trafficking network and a dog-fighting ring, leading to the arrest of 23 suspects. The operations, "Operation Snow Cap" by the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office and “Operation Pedigree” by the St. Petersburg Police Department, uncovered a nexus of narcotics and animal cruelty spanning across Pinellas County and the Tampa Bay area.
Exposing Florida’s Illegal Horse Meat Trade: Racehorse Slaughtered on Camera
A troubling situation has arisen in our vicinity, where there are accusations of the unauthorized killing of horses for their meat. According to animal advocates who spoke with FOX 13, they are urging law enforcement to close down the farm where a horse has been slaughtered. For months, FOX 13...
Historic Black communities often overlooked before and after disaster strikes
Weather watchers everywhere were astounded to see Hurricane Beryl ramp up in just two days from tropical storm strength to a Category 5 behemoth packing wind speeds of 165 mph. Its July 1 emergence as a Category 4 storm and growth the next day to Cat 5 strength were the earliest in...
10-year-old named honorary firefighter after saving family from house fire
(WPDE) — Midway Fire Rescue made a 10-year-old an honorary firefighter after a fire started at his family home. Last Christmas on Hawthorne Drive, a fire started at the Caraballo home when the family was asleep. The first to wake up was ten-year-old Cooper who immediately tried to wake...
Mexico Beach council members fired City Administrator over social media post
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Mexico Beach city council members fired City Administrator Chris Hubbard during their special meeting Tuesday evening. Council members and residents packed into Mexico Beach’s council room Tuesday to find out the fate of Hubbard. Hubbard was under fire for a message he posted on Facebook Sunday. The post started with […]
Mount Olive Primitive Baptist Church pastor arrested on accusation of rape
The Gainesville Police Department arrested a pastor Sunday on suspicion of raping his 15-year-old niece, who was booked into UF Health Shands Hospital for examination a day after the incident. Christopher Whitehead has served as a Mount Olive Primitive Baptist pastor for two years with experience in the church’s youth...
Strong pitching carries Tallahassee to victory over Greenville in 13U Babe Ruth regional
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Tallahassee’s 13U baseball team kicked off the southeast regional with a 4-0 win over Greenville Thursday night. The game was scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. but was delayed due to weather and pushed back until 7 p.m. Head coach Mike Harrison said, “To start...
Big Bend High School football media day takeaways, where do teams stand ahead of kickoff
The first floor of the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center was the hub of Big Bend football Tuesday afternoon as 14 area programs spoke at the annual 4QuartersOnline Media Day. With area programs hitting the fields on Monday, July 29 for the first official practice of the fall season, football is well and truly in the air in the Big Bend. Starting the preseason with media day appearances, area coaches have set the expectations for their...
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