Maria Cruz, Chief Executive Officer, Talbot House Ministries, lies to the media
When the Lakeland Gazette requested financial documentation, this is part of the email Maria Cruz sent us. “Talbot House Ministries is a recognized 501(c)(3) religious nonprofit organization operating in full compliance with applicable federal and state laws. As a religious organization, we are not required to file Form 990 with the Internal Revenue Service pursuant to IRS regulations applicable to churches and...
Investigation Led to Arrest of Eight-Time Convicted Felon in Central Florida
A larger investigation led to the arrest of an eight-time convicted felon in Central Florida. The post Investigation Led to Arrest of Eight-Time Convicted Felon in Central Florida appeared first on West Orlando News .
The ‘Stolen’ Charger That Never Left: Tampa Man Caught In Lakeland Traffic Stop
Exavier Ellis Walker (PCSO) POLK COUNTY, Fla. – A traffic stop near the I-4 interchange...
3rd rabies case confirmed in Polk County
A third rabies case within the span of three weeks has been confirmed in Polk County. The Polk County Sheriff's Office said a third case was confirmed in Bartow after a family's cat was found near a live Brazilian free tailed bat inside their home on Wednesday. Officials believe that...
Central Florida Substitute Teacher Arrested
A Central Florida substitute teacher was arrested, according to local law enforcement. The post Central Florida Substitute Teacher Arrested appeared first on West Orlando News .
17-year-old dead following head-on vehicle crash in Florida
FLORIDA — A 17-year-old has died following a multi-vehicle crash in Seffner, and authorities are searching for a third driver who fled the scene, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash occurred along State Road 574 near Chastain Road. Investigators said a Nissan Versa driven by a 40-year-old man from Mulberry was traveling eastbound […] The post 17-year-old...
‘I’m In Polk County’: Davenport Foot Chase Ends For Illegal Immigrant With ‘Frankenstein’ Car
Luis Benavidez Rocha (PCSO)Luis Benavidez Rocha (PCSO) POLK COUNTY, Fla. – A traffic stop for...
Grappler Technology Helps Central Florida Deputies Stop Dangerous Drivers
The Grappler technology is helping Central Florida deputies stop dangerous drivers. The post Grappler Technology Helps Central Florida Deputies Stop Dangerous Drivers appeared first on West Orlando News .
One person arrested following large drug bust in Florida
FLORIDA — A traffic stop in Hillsborough County led to a significant drug seizure and the arrest of a convicted felon, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said the incident occurred around 7:15 p.m. Friday along U.S. Highway 41 in Ruskin. Authorities attempted to stop a vehicle, but the driver continued for nearly […] The post One person arrested following large drug bust...
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