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Sunday, July 19, 2026 · Middleburg

Officer Involved Shooting on 819 N Ocean Dr #4, Hollywood, Fl 33019, Usa in Hollywood

Emergency responders were dispatched to an officer involved shooting at 819 N Ocean Dr #4, Hollywood, Fl 33019, Usa in Hollywood, FL on Friday, July 17, 2026, at 2:46 AM.

Sunday, July 19, 2026
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Pinellas Park Overdose: Developing Situation on Howard Frankland Bridge

Emergency crews are actively responding to a reported overdose on the Howard Frankland Bridge in Pinellas Park, with details remaining limited as of 15 to 20 minutes post-dispatch.

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Overdose Reported on Howard Frankland Bridge in Pinellas Park

An overdose was reported on the Howard Frankland Bridge in Pinellas Park Friday night.

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Seminole Vehicle Fire: Emergency Response Underway on Bay Pines Blvd

An emergency response is underway in Seminole following a reported vehicle fire near 9991 Bay Pines Boulevard.

Sunday, July 19, 2026

New Year’s Eve Dinner at Toro Toro Miami

Toro Toro Miami will offer a four-course prix fixe menu with live entertainment for New Year’s Eve 2024, featuring dishes like Wagyu Short Rib and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass.

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Clay County Sheriff's Office: How to Access Arrest Records and Warrant Information

The Clay County Sheriff's Office offers online access to arrest records and jail information. Residents seeking active warrant information must visit a sheriff's office location in person.

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Undersheriff Ron Lendvay Oversees Daily Operations at Clay County Sheriff's Office

Undersheriff Ron Lendvay, who oversees daily operations at the Clay County Sheriff's Office, brings 25 years of law enforcement experience and advanced homeland security training to the role.

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Search Florida's Sex Offender Registry Online

Clay County residents can search the FDLE website to locate registered sex offenders in their neighborhoods.

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Clay County Sheriff's Office: Sex Offenders Must Register Within 48 Hours

The Clay County Sheriff's Office reminds residents that sex offenders and predators must register within 48 hours of entering the county. Residents can search for registered offenders through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement website.

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Clay County Sheriff's Office Promotes VINE Service for Domestic Violence Victims

The Clay County Sheriff's Office urges domestic violence victims to register for VINE, a free service that notifies users of changes in an offender's custody status by phone, email, or text.

Sunday, July 19, 2026

DeSantis Rejects Florida Gas Tax Pause Amid $4/Gallon Spike

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shot down calls to suspend the state's 25-cent gas tax, warning drivers won't feel relief at pumps hitting $4 a gallon. Despite pleas from Democrats and Palm Beach County leaders, he cited past failures and oil market volatility. As global tensions rise, Florida motorists brace for pain at the pump.

Sunday, July 19, 2026

DeSantis Signs 9 Key Florida Laws on Safety, Schools and Traffic

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed nine new laws Thursday in Tallahassee, tackling unlicensed drivers, church security and body camera privacy amid rising public safety concerns. Most take effect July 1, joining nearly 60 others passed this year. From stricter traffic penalties to expanded school guardians, the measures aim to bolster security across the Sunshine State.

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Florida's Lab-Grown Meat Ban Survives Federal Court Challenge

Nearly two years after Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation banning cultivated meat sales in Florida, a federal appeals court upheld the controversial law as constitutional. The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge from California-based Upside Foods, cementing Florida's status as the first state to prohibit lab-grown meat—a move critics say protects the traditional livestock industry rather than consumers.

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Florida Launches Mandatory Hurricane Drills Across All 67 Counties

With hurricane season looming just weeks away, Florida's Division of Emergency Management has rolled out mandatory public safety drills statewide to sharpen readiness. The initiative targets all 67 counties, urging residents to stock seven days of supplies and master evacuation protocols. Officials warn that recent storms underscore the need for swift action amid rising threats.

Sunday, July 19, 2026

DeSantis Greenlights UFC, Colleges in Florida's New License Plates

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill unleashing eight new specialty license plates, from UFC fighters to South Florida high schools and military academies. Drivers can start pre-ordering Oct. 1, but only if 3,000 vouchers sell in two years. With over 2.3 million special tags already on roads, these could boost scholarships, mental health and more.

Sunday, July 19, 2026