The Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Okaloosa and Walton County Sheriff’s Offices, Drug Enforcement Administration, Georgia Bureau of Investigation, Miami-Dade Police Department and members of the North Florida High Intensity Drug Task Force arrested 21 suspects for running a drug trafficking organization from South Florida to the Panhandle. [Read more…] about 21 arrested in “Operation Crazy 8”
Government
Gov. Scott: State Offices will be Closed on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve
Governor Rick Scott today announced that state offices will be closed on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve in recognition of state employees’ hard work throughout the year, including the response and recovery from Hurricane Michael. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott: State Offices will be Closed on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve
Florida PSC Commission Conference/Hearing on FPUC Storm Costs Set for Tuesday
The Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) will hold a Commission Conference on Tuesday, December 11, 2018, at 9:30 a.m. Items scheduled for consideration can be found here. Public comment may be taken on any item noticed for public participation. [Read more…] about Florida PSC Commission Conference/Hearing on FPUC Storm Costs Set for Tuesday
Weekend Closure Planned for Saxon Boulevard Exit Ramp from I-4
Drivers are advised the exit ramp from eastbound Interstate 4 (I-4) to eastbound Saxon Boulevard will be closed from 10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7, to about 5 a.m. Monday, Dec. 10. The exit ramp from eastbound I-4 onto westbound Saxon Boulevard, and the westbound I-4 exit ramps to Saxon Boulevard will be open. [Read more…] about Weekend Closure Planned for Saxon Boulevard Exit Ramp from I-4
FDLE arrests Miami man for child pornography
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement arrested Angel Casares, 47, of 2726 SW 19th Terrace, Miami, for seven counts of possession of child pornography and three counts of in-state transmission of child pornography. [Read more…] about FDLE arrests Miami man for child pornography
S.R. 44 Detour at Woodland Boulevard, Alabama Avenue in DeLand
Motorists are advised of a planned detour along State Road (S.R.) 44 in DeLand beginning around 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7, through about 5 a.m. Monday, Dec. 10. [Read more…] about S.R. 44 Detour at Woodland Boulevard, Alabama Avenue in DeLand
Senator Linda Stewart files legislation to lift barriers on rape prosecutions
State Senator Linda Stewart (D-Orlando) has filed legislation for the upcoming session that would remove the statute of limitations for prosecution of rapes involving victims under the age of 18 when the attack occurs. [Read more…] about Senator Linda Stewart files legislation to lift barriers on rape prosecutions
Kirkman Road Southbound Switch Postponed
The traffic shift on southbound Kirkman Road (State Road 435) has been postponed as construction crews need more time to do the switch-over. The target now is to have the shift occur sometime early next week. [Read more…] about Kirkman Road Southbound Switch Postponed
Nelson urges colleagues to protect the right to vote and “correct what has happened in our system”
After speaking about the legacy of President George H.W. Bush, U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson took to the Senate floor to remind his colleagues about the importance of protecting the right to vote for all Americans and called on Congress “to correct what has happened in our system.” [Read more…] about Nelson urges colleagues to protect the right to vote and “correct what has happened in our system”
Sen. Nelson’s remarks on George H.W. Bush
U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) took to the Senate floor today to honor the life and legacy of George H.W. Bush. [Read more…] about Sen. Nelson’s remarks on George H.W. Bush
