Tampa, FL. - As Hurricane Milton heads toward the Gulf Coast, local and state authorities are preparing to close major Tampa Bay area bridges, with closures anticipated as early as Wednesday afternoon. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), and officials from Tampa and Clearwater are urging residents to consider these closures when planning evacuation routes.

For those wishing to evacuate the time is now, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Florida - According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), with Hurricane Milton barreling toward Florida’s west coast, residents are hitting the roads in large numbers. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is reporting heavy traffic, especially northbound and eastbound, as people move to safer areas. On Monday afternoon, FHP activated Emergency Shoulder Use (ESU) on I-75 and I-4 to help with the flow of traffic. For anyone heading northbound on I-75 or eastbound on I-4, the inside (left) shoulder lane is now open for evacuation traffic only.

ORANGE COUNTY, FL – Tragedy struck a busy parking lot in Orlando this afternoon when an SUV hit and killed an elderly woman outside a Dollar Tree store on Silver Star Road. According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), the crash happened around 12:46 PM and involved a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class driven by a 68-year-old woman from Orlando.

Oxford, PA – The Oxford Borough Police Department is investigating a disturbing incident that took place on October 5, 2024, at approximately 11:58 AM during a Republican rally and demonstration at the Oxford Square Mall.

By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Florida, it’s time to pay attention! The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has just upgraded Hurricane Milton, and it’s rapidly intensifying as it heads towards the west coast of Florida. Expected to hit midweek, Milton is bringing with it life-threatening storm surge, high winds, heavy rain, and even the possibility of tornadoes. Now is the time to prepare, so let’s go over what you need to know.

By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Pasco County, FL – A fatal crash occurred early Friday morning, October 4, 2024, on Bruce B. Downs Boulevard, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). At approximately 4:08 AM, a Chevy Express van, driven by a 51-year-old man from Largo, was traveling southbound on Bruce B. Downs Boulevard.

Tampa, FL – A crash involving a Hillsborough County school bus and a sedan occurred on October 3, 2024, at around 2:30 PM, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The accident happened at the intersection of West Hillsborough Avenue and Countryway Boulevard.

Polk County, FL –The Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) Animal Cruelty Investigations Unit has made another arrest for felony animal cruelty, marking the second such arrest within one week. The latest incident, unrelated to an arrest made on October 1st, involved a 26-year-old Lakeland man who left his dogs in dire conditions while he was away for work.

By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Hillsborough County, FL – The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is investigating a highway shooting that occurred early Monday morning on westbound Interstate 4 near Milepost 14. According to reports, the incident took place around 6:01 AM.

Polk County, FL – A Poinciana man is facing multiple felony charges after Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) Animal Cruelty Investigators discovered a disturbing scene of animal neglect and abuse. The PCSO reports that 50-year-old Lanoris Parker was arrested after deputies found several dogs in poor condition, including two that were deceased, on a rental property in Davenport.

By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Davenport, FL – A Polk County deputy is behind bars after being arrested for indecent exposure over the weekend. Rodney Isaiah Williams, III, a 20-year-old deputy, was charged with unlawful exposure of sexual organs on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Williams resigned from his position immediately after his arrest, though the Polk County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that if he hadn’t, he would have been fired.

Hudson, FL – A Pinellas County Sheriff’s Deputy was seriously injured early Tuesday morning in a collision with an AmeriGas propane tanker truck on Hudson Avenue, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The crash, which occurred at approximately 5:23 AM on October 1, 2024, prompted road closures and an emergency response from local fire crews.

By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) PlayStation users across the globe are currently facing widespread service disruptions, according to reports as of 6:21 PM Mountain Time. Multiple key PlayStation services are down, leaving gamers unable to access several features on the platform.

By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Lamson College, once known as Lamson Junior College, was a key player in Arizona’s educational history. For over a century, it provided career-focused training to thousands of students, helping them build successful careers in business, healthcare, and beyond. But Lamson’s story is about more than just its achievements—there’s a rich legacy of growth, challenges, and the people who shaped its history, like the beloved Harry Merritt. This is the tale of Lamson College’s rise and eventual closure, and the lasting mark it left on Arizona’s landscape.

By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Lake Wales, FL — A heated confrontation escalated into gunfire Sunday evening, September 29, 2024, leading to the arrest of two men by deputies from the Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO).

By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Winter Haven, FL — A 37-year-old woman is in critical condition after being struck by a car in a hit-and-run early Sunday morning, September 29, 2024, on Recker Highway in front of DA Place Hookah Lounge. The driver fled the scene but was later located and arrested by detectives from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO).

By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Winter Haven, FL — A home health care aide in Polk County has been charged with aggravated manslaughter following the tragic death of an 86-year-old Winter Haven man in her care. According to the Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO), 25-year-old Beatrice Taylor of Dundee was arrested on September 26, 2024, after an investigation revealed she failed to provide critical assistance to the man or call 9-1-1 during a medical emergency, leading to his death.

We’ve all been there—standing at a party, looking around, and realizing that while some people are thriving in the chaos, others are inching closer to the exit. So, what's the deal? The answer lies in understanding one of the most classic personality distinctions: introverts vs. extroverts. Let’s dive into the psychological and behavioral differences between these two fascinating types and uncover what makes them tick in social situations.

Alright, let’s be honest: when most of us hear the words “net income” and “gross income,” our brains tend to drift off to thoughts of pizza, Netflix, or pretty much anything else. But wait! These terms aren’t as confusing or boring as they sound, and once you understand them, they could actually help you keep more of your money (which is always a good thing, right?). So, buckle up for a fun and simple guide to the difference between net income and gross income!

By Ciara Perez, News Reporter | iSkyCreations - News & Media (ISC) Davenport, FL — In a turn of events that could have been ripped straight from a TV cop drama, a convenience store clerk in Davenport was arrested for selling alcohol to a minor as part of "Operation Pop Top"—a campaign run by the Polk County Sheriff's Office to catch stores breaking the law on underage alcohol sales.