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Pompano Beach Murder: Two Men Indicted in 2019 Shooting of Clarens Calixte

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POMPANO BEACH, Fla. — Two men have been indicted in connection with the murder of Clarens Calixte, who was shot to death in December 2019. According to the Broward Sheriff’s Office, 32-year-old Benson Blaise and 32-year-old Derrick Jules face first-degree murder charges. The indictment follows an extensive investigation launched after deputies discovered Calixte unresponsive from gunshot wounds in an apartment building on December 20, 2019, shortly after 3 a.m. He was transported by Pompano Beach Fire Rescue to Broward Health North, where he was pronounced dead. Blaise, who was already in custody on unrelated charges, … Read more

Long Beach Man Awarded $5.19 Million After Tree Branch Incident: A Warning on Urban Tree Maintenance

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LONG BEACH, Calif. — A jury recently awarded $5.19 million to a man who sustained serious injuries when a tree branch fell on him in El Dorado Park, highlighting concerns over city tree maintenance. Joseph Robinson, 68, was walking his dog, Cookie, when a 200-pound branch knocked him unconscious. Cookie escaped unharmed and ran for help, while bystanders worked to free Robinson, who was subsequently rushed to the hospital. Robinson’s attorney, Brian Breiter, described the injuries his client suffered as life-altering. Robinson experienced spinal damage requiring surgical intervention to fuse two parts of his spine, … Read more

Virginia Beach Officials Urge Residents to Confirm Validity of Jury Duty Questionnaires Amid Rising Scam Concerns

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Virginia Beach, Va. — The Virginia Beach Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the city’s Circuit Court, is alerting residents to verify the authenticity of recently mailed jury duty questionnaires. Officials emphasize that these notices are genuine and not a scam. The Sheriff’s Office reported that the circuit court has implemented a new system for managing jury duty. This system incorporates a dedicated phone line, 757-384-5545, and an email address, vbjuryroom@gmail.com, for inquiries. Residents receiving the mailed notification should understand that it is not an actual summons for jury duty, but rather a questionnaire. This must … Read more

Rain Can’t Dampen Spirit as Hundreds of Black Law Enforcement Officers Unite for NOBLE’s 49th Annual Conference in Pompano Beach

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POMPANO BEACH, Fla. — Despite the downpour that forced the cancellation of a scheduled memorial march, a significant gathering of Black law enforcement officers took place Saturday in South Florida. The occasion marked the commencement of the 49th annual conference of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, commonly referred to as NOBLE. More than 10 charter buses delivered officers to Pompano Beach, with many attendees likening the event to a “family reunion.” Each year, the conference moves to a different city, but the focus remains constant: fostering community service and engagement. The opening … Read more