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The 76th annual Emmy Awards took place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on September 15, 2024, celebrating outstanding achievements in television. Notable winners included Liza Colón-Zayas for her role in "The Bear" and Billy Crudup for "The Morning Show." The event featured numerous stars presenting awards, highlighting the significant contributions of various artists in the industry.
Former state Senator Frank Artiles is set to face trial for allegedly orchestrating a scheme involving "ghost candidates" to influence the outcome of a pivotal 2020 Florida Senate race. Prosecutors claim he recruited a straw candidate to siphon votes away from the Democratic incumbent, leading to a narrow victory for the Republican candidate. Artiles has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges, and jury selection begins soon.
Waterfront property owners in Redington Beach are appealing a federal court ruling that upheld a 2018 ordinance protecting public access to "dry sand areas" of the beach. The owners argue that the ordinance constitutes an unconstitutional taking of their private property, while the court found that it recognizes customary use rights for the community.
Pasco County is considering new regulations that could significantly limit the establishment of car washes in the area. A proposal to amend the county’s land development code will be voted on by the County Commission, aiming to preserve job-generating land and reduce the number of car washes in busy corridors.
Florida's current six-week abortion ban includes some exceptions, contrary to claims made by proponents of Amendment 4, which seeks to enshrine broader abortion access. The law allows for abortions in cases of health risks and for rape or incest, although critics argue that the requirements for these exceptions are cumbersome. The ongoing debate is intensified by a statewide campaign led by groups including Planned Parenthood to expand abortion rights.
Former President Donald Trump was the target of an apparent assassination attempt at his golf club in West Palm Beach, Florida, as confirmed by the FBI. Secret Service agents noticed a gunman with an AK-style rifle, prompting a response that led to the assailant fleeing the scene. Authorities have taken a suspect into custody, further raising concerns about security measures surrounding Trump's campaign.
A historic landmark in West Tampa, the Guida House, is set to undergo significant rehabilitation starting next month after being boarded up for years. The project aims to restore the home, which has been a local icon since the 1950s, with plans for multiple uses including special events and organizational functions.
A St. Petersburg man, Daniel Coley, has been charged with second-degree murder following the discovery of his girlfriend, Amanda Browning, dead near a dumpster. Police found visible stab wounds on Browning's body, leading to Coley's arrest based on probable cause.
A Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office deputy, Ivan Clark, is recovering in the hospital after being struck by a drunk driver who ran a stop sign in Ruskin, Florida. The driver, Uriel Garcia Nestor, was arrested for DUI and other charges after the crash flipped Clark's patrol car multiple times. This incident underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving in the community.
Hillsborough Community College is hosting a free exhibit showcasing the Vickers Collection, one of the largest collections of Florida-themed art. This rare opportunity allows art enthusiasts to explore diverse representations of Florida through various mediums, including oil paintings and photographs.