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New details emerge as Manatee families demand action on Debby flooding

By Michael Barfield

Gary Roberts argues that the city manager position is a contract job that does not amount to a public office

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A Florida city hired a man convicted of embezzling government funds as its top official. Is it legal?

By Izzy Kapnick

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Sarasota County halts massive Hi Hat Ranch land deal

By Michael Barfield

Bee Ridge Eastward Extension

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Behind Closed Doors: Sarasota County’s contentious negotiations with a developer

By Michael Barfield

A cracked asphalt road with a large pothole.

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Luxury complex, cultural spots get Tampa redevelopment dollars while residents beg for streets, sidewalk repairs

By Francis X. Gilpin

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Baker Act Nightmare: Woman files federal lawsuit after traumatic transport by Lee deputies

By Francisco Alvarado

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Chinese national targeted in federal spy investigation arrested at Miami International Airport

By Izzy Kapnick

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Corrected on January 10, 2025 to reflect Speaker Paul Renner’s tort reform legislation was considered in 2023, not 2024 as originally reported.

Do Florida lawmakers serve citizens or lobbyists and legislative bosses?

By William March

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Deadly Justice: How a preventable tragedy unfolded

By Michael Barfield

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If Sheriff Marceno goes, these two lawmen are considered frontrunners to replace him 

By Bob Norman

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Marceno gave big money to Hillsborough Sheriff Chronister’s political committee

By William March

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As feds investigate Sheriff Marceno, a beloved retired firefighter he put on the payroll has taken his own life

By Bob Norman