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Secret Service agent placed on leave, under investigation for alleged sexual misconduct involving Harris staffer

A U.S. Secret Service agent has been placed on administrative leave amid an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct involving a member of Vice President Kamala Harris' staff. The incident reportedly occurred while the agent and the staffer were preparing for a campaign event. The Office of the Vice President has emphasized its zero-tolerance policy for sexual misconduct.

Dade City man convicted of murder at 14, then exonerated, hopes to make most of second chance

A Pasco County man, Harleme Larry, was convicted of murder at 14 and sentenced to life in prison, but he was exonerated in 2019. Now a free man, Larry aims to share his story and help others avoid similar fates.

Man killed in shooting, Tampa police investigating

A man was shot and killed in a Tampa neighborhood on Monday night, prompting a police investigation. The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding public safety in the area.

Orlando police investigate officers’ use of force on pro-Palestine protesters

The Orlando Police Department is investigating the use of force by its officers during a pro-Palestine protest at Lake Eola Park, which resulted in eight arrests. Body-worn camera footage reveals a physical confrontation between an officer and a demonstrator, raising concerns about police conduct during peaceful assemblies.

Former youth group leader, HCSO deputy accused of child molestation: ‘Appalled and disgusted’

A former deputy with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, who also served as a youth group pastor, has been arrested on charges of child molestation. Authorities are investigating the possibility of additional victims associated with the suspect, prompting community concern and outrage.

Florida couple arrested for leaving 2-year-old in hot car while they shopped at Walmart: MCSO

A couple in Bradenton, Florida, has been arrested after leaving their 2-year-old son in a hot car for 30 minutes while they shopped at Walmart. The incident was reported by the Manatee County Sheriff's Office, highlighting the dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles during hot weather.

Search underway for suspects in Alabama mass shooting that killed 4, injured 17

A mass shooting in Birmingham, Alabama, left four people dead and 17 injured, with authorities suspecting it was a targeted hit. The incident occurred outside a popular nightlife venue, prompting city officials to seek assistance in addressing gun violence.

Mass shooting kills 4 and wounds 17 in nightlife district in Birmingham, Alabama

Four people were killed and 17 others injured in a targeted mass shooting that occurred in Birmingham, Alabama's nightlife district. Authorities believe the shooting was a premeditated attack aimed at one of the deceased, prompting a search for the shooters involved.

Sarasota police investigating fatal shooting, working to identify the victim.

Sarasota police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Sunday afternoon near the 1800 block of Dr. Martin Luther King Way. Officers discovered a deceased adult male at the scene, and the area has been closed off as the investigation continues. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.

Tampa Police Make Arrest in Deadly Shooting

Tampa Police arrested 30-year-old Jerome Parker on murder charges following a shooting incident in Copeland Park last month. The shooting, which occurred on August 9, 2024, resulted in the death of a young male victim who succumbed to his injuries after being transported to a hospital.