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Episode 10 of 57weeks.COM pOdcast. Apple Dumpling Episode

Tom Truex, is the featured host in the podcast, 57Weeks. In Episode 10 he gives you some details on the life and death of “Wild Bill Hickok.” Also his take on the importance of an old school recipe for apple dumplings. Episode available on 57Weeks.Com or Spotify. ... Read More

Pedestrian killed in Little Havana crash involving large dump truck, Miami police say

A sizable dump truck struck and killed a pedestrian late Monday morning two blocks from loanDepot park in Little Havana, according to Miami police. Around 11:15 a.m., Miami police officers … Click to Continue » ... Read More

10 people injured in Lakeland drive-by shooting, police say

Police officers are investigating a drive-by shooting that injured multiple people in a residential neighborhood Monday afternoon, just north of downtown Lakeland. At a press conference, Lakeland Police Chief Sam Taylor said 10 people are being treated for gunshot wounds after a dark-blue, four-door Nissan with tinted windows slowly drove past the area of North Iowa Avenue and Plum Street and those inside shot at victims on both sides of the car. Advertisement “I’ve been here 34... Read More

Deputies fatally shoot bank robbery suspect in Pompano Beach after pursuit

Broward Sheriff’s deputies fatally shot a bank robbery suspect following a brief chase in Pompano Beach, officials said Monday. The incident took place just before 10:30 a.m. in the area of Northeast Fourth Avenue and East Atlantic Boulevard, shutting down both directions of Atlantic Boulevard for hours until the lanes reopened about 5:30 p.m. Advertisement The Sheriff’s Office did not identify the deputies or the suspect as of Monday evening. Advertisement The suspect who... Read More

Parkland families, South Florida leaders warn permitless gun carry would jeopardize public safety

Florida’s move toward allowing people to carry concealed weapons without having to get a permit drew condemnation Monday from South Florida leaders who warned it would jeopardize public safety and lead to more gun violence. Concern over permitless carry was especially strong among people personally affected by the 2018 Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School massacre or who were involved in responding to the killing of 17 people and injuring 17 others at the Parkland... Read More

‘Where is the money?’: Angry residents claim fire-gutted condo lacks insurance they paid for

For two days, Gustavo Gonzalez has been wearing the same blue shirt and camo-printed pants. They’re the same clothes he had on when his condo building went ablaze on Saturday. … Click to Continue » ... Read More

‘Impossible’ parking fees, puzzling diner bills: Retracing George Santos’ steps in Miami

Before George Santos’ life story began to unravel — his spectacular tales of college volleyball stardom and Wall Street pedigree earning him a reputation as perhaps Washington’s greatest fabulist — … Click to Continue » ... Read More

Pro-Life Protestor Acquitted in Federal Case

The case of Mark Houck was one of more than two dozen the DOJ has pursued against pro-life protestors since “Dobbs.” Update (January 30, 2023): On Monday, a jury acquitted pro-life protestor Mark Houck of federal charges related to pushing an abortion clinic escort. Houck’s federal case, where he faced up to 11 years in prison, was one of more than two dozen filed against pro-life protestors in the months after the US Supreme Court’s ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson. The charges... Read More

Life Time Miami Marathon delivers another successful running. Organizers announce 2024 date

The massive undertaking known as the Life Time Miami Marathon and Half Marathon had another successful running Sunday and already has announced its 2024 date. Runners, take your mark — … Click to Continue » ... Read More

Florida grapples with international tourism lag

Florida tourism leaders continue to fret over a lag in international visitors as the industry anticipates tourism numbers for the final three months of 2022. While Visit Florida, the state’s tourism-marketing agency, boasts that Florida is the top U.S. destination for overseas travelers based on market share, numbers of international visitors to the state and nation remain far below pre-pandemic totals. Advertisement Visit Florida President and CEO Dana Young last week expressed... Read More