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DeSantis Finally Gets a Win in Shoddy Voter Fraud Blitz Thanks to New Law
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who championed a shaky “voter fraud crackdown” last summer that cost taxpayers millions but secured just a handful of arrests, finally has a conviction to celebrate—largely thanks to a new law passed at his behest. Byron Leonard Smith was convicted Thursday and sentenced to six months of probation for voting illegally in the 2020 election, Florida Politics reports. He’ll also have to pay $560 in court fees. Smith’s conviction was secured after the Florida legislature passed a new law in a special session that gave a statewide prosecutor the authority to handle election-related cases—just months after other voter fraud cases were thrown out by South Florida judges due to jurisdictional issues. Smith, like the others arrested last August, was visibly emotional in body-camera footage of his arrest as he explained that he had no clue he was ineligible to vote when he registered in 2019.Read it at Florida Politics
Parking and traffic tips for Taylor Swift’s Tampa shows
We are less than a month away from the arrival of Taylor Swift, one of the world’s biggest pop stars bringing her Eras tour for a three-night gig to Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium. It’s no exaggeration to call it one of the biggest pop tours of all time, and likely the biggest local concert event of the year.
Gang members arrested during Florida Spring Break crackdown
TAMPA (CBS12) — More than a half-dozen gang members found themselves in handcuffs during a Spring Break crackdown on illegal firearms and narcotics in Florida. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said it arrested seven active gang members during Operation Spring Cleaning last week. The operation focused on juveniles and...
Man in devil mask tries to enter Tampa gentlemen’s club with large arsenal of weapons
TAMPA, FL– Authorities in Tampa are commending several security guards at a gentlemen’s club who prevented an armed man in a devil mask from entering the club and harming other people. The incident occurred Sunday at Mons Venus at 2040 N Dale Mabry Highway. Tampa Police say 44-year-old...
Former Arturo Fuente Cigar Co. factory has a new owner — a Fuente
TAMPA — When Liana Fuente saw the handwriting on the wall, she knew that the building had to stay with the family. The two-story wood and concrete block building at 2708 N 18th St. was used as a factory for Arturo Fuente Cigar Co. in the 1950s and 1960s.
92-year-old man with dementia rescued by Hillsborough County deputies
PLANT CITY, Fla. — A 92-year-old man with dementia was rescued by deputies after he wandered away from home, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office reports. At around 5 a.m. on Friday, March 17, the sheriff's office sent out deputies to respond to Graceful Oaks Court in Plant City on a call regarding an endangered, missing adult.
Pedestrian walking dog in critical condition after being hit by driver in Tampa, police say
TAMPA, Fla. — A pedestrian is in critical condition after being hit by a driver Thursday morning in Tampa, police said in a release. It happened just before 8 a.m. on E. Twiggs Street near the Publix Super Market. The person was rushed to Tampa General Hospital, where they are reportedly in critical condition.
Dr. BBQ's barbecue chicken pizza recipe
TAMPA, Fla. - If you are having a hard time deciding between pizza or barbecue chicken for dinner – why not combine both?. In this recipe by Dr. BBQ, he incorporates the best of both dishes. The serving size in this recipe is for six people. Ingredients. 1 lb...
Inmate Bill of Rights pushed by Hillsborough County representative
TAMPA, Fla. — Democrat State Representative Dianne Hart of Hillsborough County is pushing for an Inmate Bill of Rights that would provide basic rights for inmates in Florida prisons. House Bill 357 would establish a list of rights for people incarcerated in the state of Florida. Rep. Hart says...
Above average temperatures into the weekend
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – It feels more like early May rather than March with highs reaching the mid and even upper 80s. The sea breeze keeps coastal areas a little cooler in the low 80s. The humidity remains comfortable today, and it only increases slightly tomorrow. No rain expected, and highs reach the mid 80s […]
Tampa Pride celebration returns Saturday with all-day events
TAMPA, Fla. — Tampa's Pride festival is taking place Saturday, with a daylong list of events and celebrations. Festivities kick off at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 25. All of the events are taking place in and around Ybor City. The event will include the Tampa Pride Street Festival,...
Gator mating season starts April 1: People should be vigilant
TAMPA, Fla. — Alligator mating season starts April 1. That means gators will be more active, and people need to be more vigilant. 10 Tampa Bay Reporter Liz Crawford talked to experts about the busy gator mating season and why there seem to be more encounters. According to Jason...
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