Ex-heavyweight boxer charged with trafficking over $1 billion of cocaine
Prosecutors allege that Goran Gogic and others used "meticulous planning" to transport cocaine from Colombia to Europe through U.S. ports.
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Drug-sniffing dog finds cocaine hidden in wheelchair at airport
A drug-sniffing dog has led frontier police at a Milan airport to discover some 13 kilograms (nearly 30 pounds) of cocaine stuffed into the upholstery of a motorized wheelchair, whose user was immediately arrested.
Leader Of Fort Myers Drug Trafficking Organization Guilty Of Killing An FBI Informant
A federal jury has found Fort Myers man guilty of conspiracy to distribute over five kilograms of cocaine and of tampering with an informant by killing.
Tampa Woman Guilty Of Conspiracy To Distribute Cocaine
A federal jury has found Nicole Diaz (35, Tampa) guilty of conspiracy to distribute cocaine. She faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in federal prison. Her sentencing hearing is scheduled for March 2022.
Federal Jury Convicts Telfair County Man In Drug Trafficking Case
A Telfair County man faces up to life in federal prison after a jury convicted him on 36 counts related to a conspiracy to possess and distribute methamphetamine and cocaine.
Final Defendant Sentenced In Drug Trafficking Conspiracy
The last of four defendants has been sentenced to federal prison in a drug trafficking conspiracy that shipped cocaine and cash from coast to coast.
Honduran National Charged With Transnational Cocaine Trafficking And Money Laundering
Fredy Donaldo Marmol Vallejo (Marmol), 40, will make his initial appearance in federal court in Miami, Florida today after being extradited from Honduras, his country of origin.
Six Individuals Plead Guilty To Conspiracy To Distribute Cocaine Using Vessels
Acting United States Attorney Karin Hoppmann announces that six individuals have pleaded guilty to charges stemming from a conspiracy to distribute cocaine using vessels subject to the jurisdiction of the United States
Seven Men Sentenced For Smuggling Cocaine On Board The Coastal Freighter Zumaque Tracer
U.S. District Judge Charlene Edwards Honeywell has sentenced seven Venezuelan nationals to federal prison for conspiracy to distribute and to possess with the intent to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine while onboard a vessel subject to the jurisdiction of the United States.
DMX Reportedly Died From A Cocaine-Induced Heart Attack
DMX reportedly died from a cocaine-induced heart attack.
Tampa Man Sentenced For Drug Trafficking
Willie Murphy, Jr., 39, of Tampa, Florida, has been sentenced to serve 20 years in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute 28 grams or more of cocaine base and a synthetic cathinone as a result of his previously entered guilty plea. The sentence was announced by Jason R. Coody, Acting United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida.
Venice Couple Charged With Child Neglect After Child Consumed Cocaine
Venice couple charged with child neglect after a 21-month-old child consumed cocaine while in their care.
Florida Man Pleads Guilty To Intent To Distribute Cocaine
Florida Man pleads guilty to conspiring to possess with intent to distribute and to distribute five kilograms or more of cocaine.
Dominican Republic Congressman Arrested At Miami International Airport For Drug Trafficking
Federal Law Enforcement Officers arrested a foreign elected official for drug trafficking on Monday, May 17 at the Miami International Airport.
44 Pounds Of Cocaine Seized From Freighter Anchored Near Annapolis
Forty four pounds of cocaine was seized from a freighter anchored in the Chesapeake Bay near Annapolis, federal officials said Thursday.
Bobby Brown Jr.'s Autopsy Shows Alcohol, Cocaine And Fentanyl All Played Parts In Death
Bobby Brown Jr.'s autopsy shows what played a part in his death.
Cocaine Conspiracy: Colombian National Extradited To US, Faces Life In Prison
An extradited Colombian national faces life in prison for his transnational conspiratorial role in distributing large amounts of cocaine throughout the US via Florida, Texas and California.
John Mulaney Reportedly Checks Into Rehab
John Mulaney reportedly checks into rehab.
Atlanta Police Department Shows Off A Major Haul Of Confiscated Drugs And Guns
Atlanta Police found 15 pounds of marijuana and other drugs such as cocaine and MDMA.
Dark Web Bust: 2 Arrested And 16,000 Pills, $143K & Firearms Seized
Two Floridians were arrested in Inverness Wednesday for racketeering and a host of other charges for their role in selling counterfeit drugs on the dark web.
Major Georgia Drug Trafficker Sentenced To 235 Months In Federal Prison
A South Georgia man who alternated between selling illegal drugs and serving time in prison over the last three decades has been sentenced to spend nearly 20 years in federal prison for leading a drug trafficking organization centered in Coffee County
Alma Career Drug Dealer Sentenced To Federal Prison
A judge sentenced an Appling County man with multiple prior convictions for selling narcotics to over 15 years in federal prison.
Georgia Cocaine Trafficker Sentenced To Two Decades In Federal Prison
A U.S. District Court judge sentenced a Port Wentworth man, who laundered drug proceeds and helped distribute significant amounts of cocaine for a coastal Georgia drug trafficking organization, to 20 years in federal prison.
Tampa Bird Gang Members Get 15+ Years In Prison In Drug-Related Shooting
United States District Judge Steven D. Merryday sentenced Leon Williams (30, Tampa) to 17 years and 6 months in prison and Reginald Jones, Jr. (25, Tampa) to 15 years and 8 months in prison for their roles in a conspiracy to distribute cocaine, crack cocaine, and marijuana, and for discharging a firearm during the conspiracy according to a statement from the U.S. Attorney's office.
Cocaine Traffickers Sentenced To Federal Prison
U.S. District Judge Timothy C. Batten, Sr. sentenced Roberto Garza-Mendez, Shadarrian Grimes, Euklides Gonzalez-Hernandez, and Johnathan Pena for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute cocaine, according to a statement from the U.S. Attorney's office.
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Feeding Tampa Bay is breaking ground on its new facility!
Feeding Tampa Bay is breaking ground on its new facility!
St. Petersburg Mayor, Ken Welch announced the new developers of the Gas Plant District: Hines and the Tampa Bay Rays.
St. Petersburg Mayor, Ken Welch announced the new developers of the Gas Plant District: Hines and the Tampa Bay Rays.
Pentagon: Chinese spy balloon spotted over Western US
The Pentagon decided not to shoot the Chinese surveillance balloon down due to risks of harm to people on the ground, officials said Thursday.
Tampa reacts to Tom Brady's second retirement announcement
Legendary Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Tom Brady is stirring up the conversation in Tampa Wednesday after announcing his latest retirement via Twitter. Bucs fans are weighing in after he announced his retirement for the second time.
Couple sentenced to 10 years in prison after dancing in public in Iran
Sentenced to more than a decade in jail just for dancing in the streets, after a video was shared widely on social media of a young couple.
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Tampa reacts to Tom Brady's second retirement announcement
Legendary Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Tom Brady is stirring up the conversation in Tampa Wednesday after announcing his latest retirement via Twitter. Bucs fans are weighing in after he announced his retirement for the second time.
Tampa Bay student inspiring other 'Scoliwarriors' following severe scoliosis diagnosis journey
"Seeing my x-ray on the screen was very surprising." A student at Florida AMU, Sierra Lowery is now dedicating her time to helping other kids with the same diagnosis.
Alternative ways to celebrate Gasparilla
Local business owners are giving us an inside look at how you can make the best of your experience this weekend.
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The Florida Department of Law Enforcement announced an online database is now giving survivors of sexual violence the power to know more about the findings in their case.
Governor DeSantis proposes 'Teacher's Bill of Rights', raising teachers' pay,
Governor Ron DeSantis announced Monday a legislative proposal to create a Teacher's Bill of Rights to empower educators and invest more in teacher pay.
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Prosecutors to drop charges against officers involved in Rayshard Brooks shooting
Prosecutors investigating whether to pursue charges against the Atlanta police officers involved in the June 2020 shooting death of Rayshard Brooks said they plan to have the charges dismissed.
Atlanta Police takes female suspect into custody in deadly Midtown shootings
Atlanta Police said a female suspect has been taken into custody following shootings that left two persons dead and another hurt.
Federal appeals court delays Sen. Lindsey Graham's testimony in Georgia election probe
A federal appeals court agreed to temporarily put on hold a lower court's order requiring that Sen. Lindsey Graham testify before a special grand jury.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp moves to quash subpoena in Fulton County election probe
Kemp's attorneys alleged that the subpoena could "influence the November 2022 election cycle," and called its timing "suspect."
Father and son sentenced to life in prison for federal hate crimes in Ahmaud Arbery's killing
Two of the three white men who chased and killed Ahmaud Arbery as he jogged through a Georgia neighborhood in early 2020 were sentenced to life in prison Monday for federal hate crimes.
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Tampa Bay student inspiring other 'Scoliwarriors' following severe scoliosis diagnosis journey
"Seeing my x-ray on the screen was very surprising." A student at Florida AMU, Sierra Lowery is now dedicating her time to helping other kids with the same diagnosis.
FDA indicates need to better regulate CBD products and plans to work with Congress on new rules
CBD products will require a new regulatory pathway, the US Food and Drug Administration said Thursday, and the agency plans to work with Congress to develop a strategy.
What scientists say about the real-life zombie fungi that inspired HBO's "The Last of Us"
The zombies are identifiable by the fungi bursting from their bodies: a thicket of spiky tendrils, a miniature garden of mushroom-like fruiting bodies.
Georgia prosecutor won't charge deputy in 2022 shooting
A middle Georgia prosecutor says he won't pursue criminal charges against a sheriff's deputy who in February 2022 shot and killed a man who had been reported as suicidal.
Damar Hamlin discharged after spending more than a week hospitalized due to a cardiac arrest
Damar Hamlin has been released after being hospitalized for more than a week due to a cardiac arrest he suffered during "Monday Night Football" more than a week ago.
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Black Republican New Jersey councilwoman found shot to death in her car
A 30-year-old councilwoman in the borough of Sayreville, New Jersey, was found shot to death in her car on Wednesday, according to authorities.
House passes resolution to remove Rep. Ilhan Omar from Foreign Affairs Committee
The Republican-led House of Representatives voted on Thursday to pass a resolution to remove Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar from the powerful House Foreign Affairs Committee.
NY man pleads guilty to threatening Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene
A New York man has pleaded guilty to making threatening phone calls to Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia, according to federal prosecutors.
Rev. Raphael Warnock, deal-maker yet party loyalist, settles into Senate
Newly reelected Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia is promising to use his first full term to cut deals where possible with Republicans and deliver for his home state.
US and French forces seized Iranian-supplied weapons and ammunition bound for Yemen
The US Navy assisted the French military in seizing thousands of assault rifles and half a million rounds of ammunition that were heading to Yemen from Iran in January, the US military confirmed on Wednesday.
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Pentagon: Chinese spy balloon spotted over Western US
The Pentagon decided not to shoot the Chinese surveillance balloon down due to risks of harm to people on the ground, officials said Thursday.
Couple sentenced to 10 years in prison after dancing in public in Iran
Sentenced to more than a decade in jail just for dancing in the streets, after a video was shared widely on social media of a young couple.
Psychedelic churches in US pushing boundaries of religion
Many hope a psychedelic tea called ayahuasca will heal physical and mental afflictions after conventional medications and therapy failed.
Beyoncé is going on tour; Will Ticketmaster be able to handle it?
"Hey @Ticketmaster you better have your servers ready!!!" one person tweeted. "Don't screw this up," said another.
3 rappers have been missing for 10 days since their scheduled Detroit performance was canceled
Multiple agencies are investigating what happened to three local rappers who went missing 10 days ago after a performance at a club was canceled, Detroit police said.
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Saudi Arabia shocks Argentina 2-1 at World Cup
Goals by Saleh Alshehri and Salem Aldawsari in a five-minute span in the second half gave the Saudis their greatest win ever.
Sonic the Hedgehog co-creator arrested for alleged insider trading
Renowned programmer Yuji Naka is accused of buying shares in a game company knowing it was about to release a new title.
Fans chant "We want beer!" at World Cup after alcohol banned
Qatar decided to ban alcohol sales at venues hosting World Cup matches. Ecuador's fans made some noise about it during their win against the host.
Teams abandon plan to wear "One Love" armbands at World Cup
Their decision came after FIFA threatened to penalize players wearing the anti-discrimination bands during games, the teams said in a statement.
"Close call" as explosions rock Ukraine's Russian-occupied nuke plant
"We were fortunate a potentially serious nuclear incident did not happen. Next time, we may not be so lucky," the IAEA chief warned.
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Tampa reacts to Tom Brady's second retirement announcement
Legendary Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Tom Brady is stirring up the conversation in Tampa Wednesday after announcing his latest retirement via Twitter. Bucs fans are weighing in after he announced his retirement for the second time.
Tom Brady announces retirement: 'I'm retiring for good'
Legendary quarterback Tom Brady has announced his retirement after 23 seasons in the NFL.
Puppy Bowl XIX: How to watch the other "big game"
Puppy Bowl XIX is the 19th annual event aimed at raising awareness about pet adoptions.
Univ. of Georgia quarterback Bennett arrested in Texas for public intoxication
Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett, who led the Bulldogs to their second straight national championship, was arrested early Sunday after police said he was intoxicated and banging on doors.
Analysis: Mahomes, Hurts set for historic Super Bowl matchup
Black quarterbacks have come a long way in the NFL since Fritz Pollard became the first to play in the league in 1923.
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Tampa reacts to Tom Brady's second retirement announcement
Legendary Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Tom Brady is stirring up the conversation in Tampa Wednesday after announcing his latest retirement via Twitter. Bucs fans are weighing in after he announced his retirement for the second time.
Gillian Anderson asks women to send her their sexual fantasies
Gillian Anderson has called on women around the world to contact her anonymously about their sexual fantasies.
Take a first look at Jake Gyllenhaal in "Guy Ritchie's The Covenant"
After Sgt. John Kinley (Jake Gyllenhaal) and his Afghan interpreter Ahmed (Dar Salim) survive an ambush, Ahmed goes to incredible efforts to save Kinley's life.
"Dances With Wolves" actor due in Nevada court in sex abuse probe
A former "Dances With Wolves" actor who faces at least five felonies for allegedly sexually abusing Indigenous girls is scheduled to face a judge for the first time in the case on Thursday.
Drew Barrymore, Savannah Guthrie team for new Netflix childrens' series
Drew Barrymore and Savannah Guthrie have teamed up to executive produce a new animated children's series on Netflix called "Princess Power."
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Jars of Rao's Soup Recalled for Containing the Wrong Soup
If you have an egg allergy and eat Rao's Soup, you might want to check your pantry.
Federal consumer official calls gas stove usage a "hidden hazard"; Agency proposes ban
A federal agency is considering a ban on gas stoves, a source of indoor pollution linked to childhood asthma.
Soaring egg prices bringing sticker shock to consumers and businesses nationwide
Egg prices are up significantly more than other foods — even more than chicken or turkey — because egg farmers were hit harder by the bird flu.
Southwest Airlines under scrutiny after wave of storm cancellations
The DOT said it will look into flight cancellations by Southwest Airlines that have left travelers stranded at airports across the country amid an intense winter storm.
Target recalls Pillowfort weighted blankets for kids after two deaths
Target stores are recalling more than 200,000 weighted blankets for children that have been sold by the retailer from December 2018 through September 2022.
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St. Petersburg Mayor, Ken Welch announced the new developers of the Gas Plant District: Hines and th
St. Petersburg Mayor, Ken Welch announced the new developers of the Gas Plant District: Hines and the Tampa Bay Rays.
Tampa reacts to Tom Brady's second retirement announcement
Legendary Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Tom Brady is stirring up the conversation in Tampa Wednesday after announcing his latest retirement via Twitter. Bucs fans are weighing in after he announced his retirement for the second time.
The Breakdown: The beginnings of Black History Month
What are the origins of Black History Month? Trayson Bragg takes a closer look at how and where the annual observance came from.
As deaths mount, communities lose trust in police
Two more Memphis police officers have been disciplined and three emergency responders fired in connection with the death of Tyre Nichols, officials said Monday, widening the circle of punishment for the shocking display of police brutality after video showed many more people failed to help him beyond the five officers accused of beating him to death. Source: VALIDATED UGC, ASSOCIATED PRESS, MEMPHIS POLICE DEPARTMENT, LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT
The Breakdown: Delivering more to our homes -- by drone
Drone delivery is on the rise from many companies around the nation, including Amazon, Walmart, UPS and Fedex. It actually makes for safer streets and faster package delivery times.
