Massive Manhunt on for Shooter of 2 Tampa Police Officers
Tampa Police continued their search for the shooter who gun downed two of their own early Tuesday morning, following a routine traffic stop.
Middle Schools Post Biggest Gains in FCAT
After being delayed for several weeks, the State FCAT test results were finally released on Tuesday and middle school grades (6-8) led the pack with the greatest percentage gains of students proficient and above, in Reading and Mathematics.
FBI Arrests Ten Russian Spies in the United States
Eight individuals were arrested Sunday for allegedly carrying out long-term, “deep-cover” assignments in the United States on behalf of the Russian Federation, the Justice Department announced yesterday.
South Econ Camper wins Orange County Parks’ Coloring Contest
July is National Parks and Recreation Month, which was proclaimed today by Orange County Mayor Rich Crotty and the Board of County Commissioners. As part of that public meeting, Orange County Parks and Recreation Manager Matt Suedmeyer announced Emily May, 9, as the winner of this year’s winner of the “Draw Your Own Recreation Center” art contest.
Armed Teen Carjackers Busted in Failed Attempt
Two teenage boys are now in custody after they carjacked a man who was on his way to work around 6:00 am, early this morning. The suspects attempted to take over the victim’s truck after he exited his vehicle at Environs Boulevard and Stardust Lane, to remove a bicycle that had been deliberately placed in the road way.
Florida State Parks Win Multiple Outdoor Recreation Awards
Florida’s state parks were recently honored in multiple categories, including family campgrounds, canoeing, biking and hiking by ReserveAmerica, one of the largest providers of campground reservation services.
KSC, Space Florida Lays Foundation to Compete for Space Business
NASA’s Kennedy Space Center and Space Florida broke ground on the new Exploration Park last Friday and are one giant step closer in their efforts to attract high tech companies and jobs to Brevard County.
Fl Confidence Plummets as Consumers run for Cover
Florida’s consumer confidence fell dramatically in June, largely on account of the ongoing overall economic malaise and the impact of the gulf oil disaster, compared to one year ago, according to a new University of Florida survey.
Police Searching for Attempted Hispanic Rapist
Orlando Police detectives are searching for an Hispanic male who attempted to sexually assault a woman on June 13, around 1:45 pm in the 5300 block of Millenia Boulevard.
