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‘Like the sky is coming down’: Tornado demolishes home while Tallahassee mother, sons are insideWCTV2 DAYS AGO
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LCSO: Inmate connected to recent fentanyl trafficking case dies at hospital
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - A man arrested in connection to a recent fentanyl trafficking case in Tallahassee died while being evaluated at a local hospital, according to the Leon County Sheriff’s Office. According to LCSO, 36-year-old Taurean Clark was seen by a medical service provider at the Leon County...
Leon County Sheriff's Office investigating third jail inmate death to occur in two months
The Leon County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of an inmate who died one day after he was taken to a local hospital, according to a news release. A medical services provider at the county jail referred Taurean Clark, 36, to a hospital Tuesday for further evaluation and care. Around 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Clark died there. The sheriff's office did not disclose which area hospital.
Gadsden County man identified by sister as victim in Tallahassee mass shooting
Brianna Ward said her little brother was destined to be a star. Quan'tayveun Butler was a shining basketball player at Gadsden County High School in 2021-23, earning the nickname "Mr. Thousand Points" after he scored 1,000 points in a single season. He was also a member of the Tallahassee Democrat's All-Big Bend...
LCS superintendent says storm damage could cost the district $8 to $10 million
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Following a weather-weary week in the capital city, Leon County School board members received an update on storm recovery and the long road ahead for the district as the school year comes to a close. Superintendent Rocky Hanna took to the lectern to walk board members...
Georgia Power explains cause of recent power outages
Many Bainbridge residents may have experienced frequent power outages in recent weeks. The Post-Searchlight spoke with Georgia Power for more information on the outages and what residents should expect. According to Fred Rudbeck, area manger for Georgia Power, crews are currently working at making the local electric grid “stronger and more resilient.” “These investments include […] The post Georgia Power explains cause of recent power outages appeared first on The Post-Searchlight.
Flooding and strong-severe storms possible
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for Tuesday morning due to multiple possible strong to severe storms. The First Alert Weather Day for Monday has ended, however, a Flood Watch remains in effect through 8 p.m. Tuesday for Grady and Seminole Counties. Rainfall around 3 inches has fallen and with an additional 3-4 inches possible flash flooding may occur. Watch for rising water in those areas.
Volusia, Flagler power outages: Wednesday storms knock out power for some residents. See where here
After days of thunderstorms and tornadoes across North Florida the last few days it was Central Florida's turn Wednesday morning. A line of thunderstorms dumped rain across the state from Tampa to Daytona Beach overnight Tuesday into the early hours, and a tornado watch was issued for 19 counties. The tornado watch is in effect until 11 a.m. as "a few strong to severe storms" moved through the area Tuesday night. Ormond Beach, Holly Hill and Ormond-by-the-Sea...
Ga. Supreme Court upholds murder conviction for Thomas Co. man
ATLANTA, Ga. (WALB) - On Tuesday, May 14, the Georgia Supreme Court upheld the murder conviction and life sentence of a Thomas County man. Derylmaize Jackson appealed his conviction of one count of felony murder, one count of aggravated assault and one count of possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime.
One Leon County restaurant fails inspection
You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name. Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring...
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