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Ex-deputy linked to fatal carjacking of Homestead woman seeks redemption: ‘I just want my life back’
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. – A former Orange County Sheriff’s Deputy Wednesday who was arrested and relieved of duty after investigators say he inserted himself into a fatal carjacking and shooting case of a Homestead woman is now sharing his side of the story. Francisco Estrella, who is accused...
Florida ethics board sanctions city officials from Islamorada, Milton
(The Center Square) — The Florida Commission on Ethics ruled against a pair of officials from Islamorada and Milton on April 19 as commissioners adjudicated a pair of ethics complaints. The cases related to the two municipalities were pre-probable cause stipulations, with recommendations from the commission advocate. These stipulations can either be adopted or rejected by the commission. The first complaint was brought against Henry Rosenthal, a sitting council member...
Homestead welcomes new city manager, Dr. Nzeribe Ihekwaba
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The City of Homestead celebrated the inauguration of Dr. Nzeribe (Zerry) Ihekwaba, PhD, PE, as its new city manager on Mar. 28. The installation ceremony, held at the Homestead City Hall Council chambers, was a momentous occasion attended by esteemed guests, including friends, family, colleagues, as well as current and former elected officials.
Gearing Up for Charity
Eight volunteer cyclists are getting ready for one heck of a bike ride, 200 miles to be exact! The crew is pedaling from Key Largo to Key West, then back again. It’s all part of the fifth annual Bike the Keys Challenge, a charity bike ride to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County. This fundraiser started […] The post Gearing Up for Charity first appeared on Palm Beach Florida Weekly.
5 things we know about Homestead woman's shocking fatal carjacking; some questions still unanswered
The FBI and the Seminole County Sheriff's Office will provide an update Monday on the fatal armed carjacking and abduction of a Homestead woman in Central Florida, after releasing new details this week on the shocking incident that sounds like the plot of a TV drama. Some questions still surround...
Child who fell into Homestead canal hospitalized in critical condition
A child who fell into a canal in Homestead was rushed to the hospital Thursday. Homestead Police officials said the child reportedly fell into the canal in the area of Southeast 28th Avenue and Canal Drive. Officers and fire rescue responded, and the child was taken to Homestead Hospital before...
Military Appreciation Day activities coming to Downtown Homestead
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Get ready to witness a remarkable transformation as Downtown Homestead becomes the epicenter of all things military on Saturday, May 11, from 5 to 9 p.m. This immersive Military Appreciation Day event, hosted at Losner Park, 104 N. Krome Ave., promises an unforgettable experience...
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