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Osceola County Sheriff’s Deputies Cleared in Target Shooting, Grand Jury Decision Stirs Controversy

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OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. – A grand jury in Central Florida has concluded its deliberations on charges against Osceola County Sheriff’s deputies involved in a shooting that resulted in the death of a 21-year-old man. After careful consideration, the grand jury determined that formal charges against the two officers were not legally warranted. This case marks the first instance of a deadly force incident being presented to a grand jury under the policy implemented by State Attorney Andrew Bain. The policy requires that all law enforcement uses of deadly force be reviewed by a grand jury … Read more

Alachua County Jury Awards $7.5 Million to Family of Bobby Hopkins Jr., Victim of Fatal Shooting at Local Car Wash

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Gainesville, Florida – An Alachua County jury has awarded $7.5 million to the family of Bobby Hopkins Jr., who was fatally shot at the Swamp Car Wash in May 2021. The verdict was reached on Wednesday. The Hopkins family filed a lawsuit against the car wash in 2022, claiming that the owners should have implemented better customer protection measures due to the presence of violence in the surrounding neighborhood. The lawsuit argued that the car wash should have installed security cameras, a fence, and a gate to safeguard customers from criminal activity. However, Kokomo Key … Read more

Turning Back Time: A Look at the Newsmakers of 1984 in Pulaski County

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SOMERSET, Ky. – January marks the beginning of a new month and a new year, but let’s turn back the pages of the calendar to 1984 for a moment. It’s fascinating to see how many figures from that year are still influential members of our community today. Familiar names such as Venters, Cain, and Godsey continue to make an impact. One notable article from 1984 predicted the rise of home computer ownership and electronic shopping and bill paying. At the time, these ideas may have seemed far-fetched, but today, they are part of our everyday … Read more

Influential Nursing Professor and Lawyer Revolutionizes Pitt County Courts

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GREENVILLE, North Carolina – A nursing professor and lawyer have been making a significant impact on the courts in Pitt County. Their combined expertise and dedication have led to positive changes in the local judicial system. Dr. Emily Notes, a nursing professor at East Carolina University, has been instrumental in implementing programs that address the healthcare needs of individuals involved in the criminal justice system. Through her work, she has helped bridge the gap between healthcare and the legal system, ensuring that defendants receive the necessary medical attention and support. One of Dr. Notes’ notable … Read more