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3 children rescued from international fugitive’s home; suspect said to have Florida ties
Three children were rescued from a Tennessee residence when the U.S. Marshals Service, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and INTERPOL collaboration led to the arrest of a fugitive wanted for sexual offenses against a minor in the Bahamas earlier this month.
Tarpon Springs police worried former math teacher might have more victims
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — A former Tarpon Springs math teacher is facing several charges for having an inappropriate relationship with a teenager. The Tarpon Springs Police Department is worried there could be more victims. The PD said James Collins taught at least in Pinellas County and Pasco County, they are asking all parents to […]
Man dead, woman and dogs treated after generator fumes fill boat cabin in Palmetto
A man died and a woman, along with two dogs, were treated after the cabin of a boat that was moored on the Manatee River was "overcome with fumes" from a generator while they were sleeping, according to the Palmetto Police Department.
Missing Florida siblings believed to be in danger, authorities say
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A pair of siblings from Florida are missing and believed to be in danger. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement issued a Missing Child Alert for Caden Barber Jr., 7, and Marina Barber, 9, on Friday. The children were last seen in the area of the 100 block of Melody Lane […]
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 […]
Celebrating 106 Years: Clearwater veteran Glenwood Myers
CLEARWATER (BLOOM) – On July 20, Glenwood Myers, a World War II veteran, will mark an extraordinary milestone as he celebrates his 106th birthday. Glenwood’s life is a testament to resilience, hard work, and unwavering faith, making him an inspiration to all who know him. Born on July 20, 1918, in Minerva, Ohio, Glenwood grew […]
Clip of Ole Miss student making racist gestures at Black woman played at RNC, sparks backlash
A video played at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on Wednesday evening included a clip of a white University of Mississippi student making monkey gestures at a Black woman on campus earlier this year.
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