The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) continues to take all necessary precautions related to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Florida. [Read more…] about Update from the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice Regarding COVID-19
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FDLE arrests sheriff’s deputy for official misconduct, falsifying records and battery
An FDLE investigation resulted in arrest warrants charging Steven Osburn on one count each of official misconduct, falsifying records and simple battery. [Read more…] about FDLE arrests sheriff’s deputy for official misconduct, falsifying records and battery
FDLE arrests Milton man for child pornography
Agents with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement arrested William Dalton Milam, 62, of Milton, on two counts of promoting sexual performance of a child and 25 counts of possession of child pornography. [Read more…] about FDLE arrests Milton man for child pornography
Senator Lauren Book Files Bills Supporting New Moms with Medicaid, Increasing Postpartum Care
Legislation would extend eligibility for postpartum care and access to milk banks
Senator Lauren Book (D-Plantation) has filed legislation that would support vulnerable new mothers with Medicaid coverage. [Read more…] about Senator Lauren Book Files Bills Supporting New Moms with Medicaid, Increasing Postpartum Care
Senator Stewart Files Legislation to Protect Children from Being Left in Vehicles
Senator Linda Stewart (D-Orlando) is renewing her call to the Florida Legislature to protect children and prevent future deaths by passing the Child Safety Alarm Act (SB 252). [Read more…] about Senator Stewart Files Legislation to Protect Children from Being Left in Vehicles
Madison man receives an early holiday gift from the $2,000,000 CASHWORD Scratch-Off game
The Florida Lottery announces that Keith Smith, 50, of Madison, claimed a $2 million top prize from the $2,000,000 CASHWORD Scratch-Off game using a secured drop box located at Florida Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. [Read more…] about Madison man receives an early holiday gift from the $2,000,000 CASHWORD Scratch-Off game
Senator Lauren Book Files “Learning with Dignity” Bill Ensuring Menstrual Products for Girls in Florida Schools
Senator Lauren Book (D-Plantation) has again filed legislation that would ensure girls in Florida’s public schools have access to menstrual products at no cost. [Read more…] about Senator Lauren Book Files “Learning with Dignity” Bill Ensuring Menstrual Products for Girls in Florida Schools
TaxWatch honors Guardian ad Litem for resilience in serving children during pandemic
Florida TaxWatch has honored the Statewide Guardian ad Litem (GAL) Program with two of its prestigious 2020 Productivity Awards for efficiency in government. [Read more…] about TaxWatch honors Guardian ad Litem for resilience in serving children during pandemic
FDLE arrests St. Cloud man for transmission of material harmful to a minor
Agents with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement arrested Ryan Austin Belknap, Jr., 21, of St. Cloud, on one count of transmission of material harmful to a minor by electronic device (F.S. 847.0138(2)), a third-degree felony. [Read more…] about FDLE arrests St. Cloud man for transmission of material harmful to a minor
Senator Jason Pizzo and Commissioner Micky Steinberg Announce Free Pop-up COVID-19 Testing Site
Saturday, December 12th
As confirmed COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Florida, Senator Jason Pizzo and Commissioner Micky Steinberg announce a new pop-up community testing location, in partnership with CDR Maguire: Disaster Health and Medical. [Read more…] about Senator Jason Pizzo and Commissioner Micky Steinberg Announce Free Pop-up COVID-19 Testing Site
