Law

Two St. Petersburg Men Plead Guilty To Possession Of Controlled Substances With Intent To Distribute

Two St. Petersburg Men Plead Guilty To Possession Of Controlled Substances With Intent To Distribute

Tampa, FL – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that Armani Dilworth (28, St. Petersburg) and Lemar Cowart (27, St. Petersburg) have pleaded guilty to possessing controlled substances with the intent to distribute them. Each faces up to 20 years in federal prison. Dilworth has also pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm during a […]

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Law

Convicted Felon Sentenced To Five Years For Possessing A Firearm And Ammunition

Two St. Petersburg Men Plead Guilty To Possession Of Controlled Substances With Intent To Distribute

Tampa, FL – U.S. District Judge Steven D. Merryday has sentenced Raequan M. Nelson (24, Tampa) to five years in federal prison for possessing a firearm and ammunition as a convicted felon. The court also ordered Nelson to forfeit the firearm and ammunition. Nelson had pleaded guilty on September 26, 2022. According to court documents, […]

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Law

U.S. Attorney Roger Handberg Recognizes Police Week

Two St. Petersburg Men Plead Guilty To Possession Of Controlled Substances With Intent To Distribute

Tampa, FL – In honor of National Police Week, United States Attorney Roger Handberg recognizes the service and sacrifice of federal, state, and local law enforcement. This year, national events are taking place in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, May 10 through Monday, May 15, 2023. “Each day, law enforcement officers across America answer the call […]

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Florida

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs the Strongest Legislation in the Nation for Medical Freedom

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs the Strongest Legislation in the Nation for Medical Freedom

Permanent Protections for Floridians from the “Biomedical Security State”    DESTIN, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed four pieces of legislation that protect Floridians from medical mandates, empower doctors, and prohibit dangerous gain of function research. Through these comprehensive pieces of legislation, Governor DeSantis codified permanent COVID-19 protections in the state and positioned Florida as the national […]

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Florida

Governor DeSantis Signs Thirty-Seven Bills

Governor DeSantis Signs Thirty-Seven Bills

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bills: CS/HB 109 – State Park Campsite Reservations HB 267 – Telehealth Practice Standards CS/CS/HB 437 – Property Owners’ Right to Install, Display, and Store Items CS/CS/HB 639 – Issuance of Special Beverage Licenses HB 891 – Year-Round School Pilot Program CS/CS/HB 949 – Operation of […]

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Florida

The Importance of Sustainability in Agriculture

The Importance of Sustainability in AgricultureHow Sustainable Farming Practices are Essential for the Future of Agriculture and the Planet Agricultural sustainability is a crucial topic in today’s world, as we face mounting challenges related to food security, environmental degradation, and climate change. Sustainable agriculture practices can help address these challenges by improving the efficiency and resilience of agricultural systems, while […]

Miami

Make your mark at History Collaborative

Make your mark at History Collaborative

Join the Miami-Dade County Office of Historic Preservation, the Miami-Dade Public Library System, and HistoryMiami Museum for a fun, interactive day of activities to help preserve our county’s history. History Collaborative will be held in the Arva Parks McCabe Auditorium at the Main Library on Saturday, May 20, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Participants will […]

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Miami

Department Unveils “Law Enforcement Appreciation Vehicle,” Paying Tribute to Those Who Died in the Line of Duty, and Officers Who Carry on Legacy of Service

Department Unveils “Law Enforcement Appreciation Vehicle,” Paying Tribute to Those Who Died in the Line of Duty, and Officers Who Carry on Legacy of Service

From the roof to the wheels, the Miami-Dade Police Department’s new Law Enforcement Appreciation Vehicle pays homage to the 168 officers who have died in the line of duty in Miami-Dade County, and to current officers who carry on their legacy. The 2020 Dodge Durango Pursuit SUV is wrapped in matte black, with blue and […]

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Florida

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Strongest Anti-Illegal Immigration Legislation in the Country to Combat Biden’s Border Crisis

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Strongest Anti-Illegal Immigration Legislation in the Country to Combat Biden’s Border Crisis

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 1718 to combat the dangerous effects of illegal immigration caused by the federal government’s reckless border policies. This legislation makes using E-Verify mandatory for any employer with 25 or more employees, imposes enforceable penalties for those employing illegal aliens, and enhances penalties for human smuggling. Additionally, […]

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