Ben Crump Wins $779M Verdict in Killing of Florida Security Guard
Ben Crump has added another major legal win to his résumé on behalf of civil rights and wrongful death, securing a $779 million verdict for the family of Lewis Butler, a security guard killed during a 2023 robbery at a Havana, Florida internet café. According to USA Today , the decision, handed down by a Gadsden...
Tallahassee Fire Department responds to two house fires in Downtown Tallahassee
Tallahassee firefighters responded to two residential structure fires within hours of each other, rescuing pets from both homes while one person was hospitalized for smoke inhalation.
First Alert Daily: Austin is tracking a quiet and cool stretch of weather 😎
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - After the rainy and dreary stretch of weather, a drier weather pattern will evolve. I do see some warmer numbers for a few days this weekend, but the warmth is only temporary before another cold blast. Meteorologist Austin Lowe breaks down the roller coaster forecast on...
Scholar Athlete of the Week: Florida High’s Chyleigh Sheffield
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - They say the older you get, the more you realize your parents are always right. “My mom cheered, and she talked about that and how much fun she had with it,” said Florida High senior Chyleigh Sheffield. So at the urging of her mom, Sheffield...
Neighbors are excited about St. Marks paving some dirt roads
The City of St Marks will be paving three roads after receiving a grant from FDOT. Neighbors are happy to see it.
Head Start to expand in Leon County in 2026
The Leon County School Board approved a Head Start program expansion to provide more early‑learning opportunities. School Board member Darryl Jones says the move will improve student performance.
Tallahassee, FL Cold Snap: Lows Near 34° With Frost Possible Through Midweek
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. The December chill continues to settle across the Panhandle this morning, coating lawns and rooftops with a silvery glaze in the coldest rural spots. Temperatures in Tallahassee start near 40°F, with light...
Man sentenced on fraud, identity theft charges following ATM skimming scheme
A man was sentenced to over three years in prison after pleading guilty to fraud charges as part of an ATM skimming scheme, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Something Good: Couple celebrates 49 years of marriage
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - One couple is celebrating 49 years of something good!. Matthew and Alloydice Gaines are celebrating their love on their wedding anniversary. The couple had three children and four adorable grandkids. Adding to the sweetness, these two are high school sweethearts!. Congratulations to the...
City of Tallahassee land with graves of formerly enslaved sold to country club for...
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - The Tallahassee City Commission voted to sell the Capital City Country Club for over a million dollars on Wednesday. The controversial vote comes amid public pushback, as there’s a plantation cemetery on the site where unmarked graves of formerly enslaved people sit. The city only...
