Florida Sentinel Bulletin

Nate Dogg’s six children will have to decide how to divide the $200,000 in real estate left by their father, who had no will. The number seems small, being that he was a staple in the music industry for over 20 years, but there is more potential money to be had. Nate’s musical catalog is […]

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Ms. Kethessa Fordoms said she’s heard the Tampa Police Department’s report of what happened to her son, Javon “JJ” Neal, and she’s also listened to residents and witnesses at Central Court Apartments. On Sunday, two Tampa Police officers shot and killed 16-year-old Neal after he reportedly ran from them, then later threatened to shoot them […]

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BY IRIS B. HOLTON Sentinel City Editor A tentative settlement between a former Tampa Police Captain and the City of Tampa has been reached. The settlement brings a 5-year battle to a close. Mayor Bob Buckhorn said the two sides reached an agreement and both sides are dropping their lawsuit. “It’s time we put this […]

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The men and women of the Tampa Police Department enter the profession of law enforcement to serve our community. We take an oath to preserve life and protect property, swearing to keep our citizens and community safe. In cooperation with all citizens, we have made great strides in making Tampa a much safer city. However, […]

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BY IRIS B. HOLTON Sentinel City Editor On Sunday afternoon, members of the community will gather at the Al Barnes Park, (formerly 18th Avenue Park) for a Voter Registration and Primary Election Rally. The Hillsborough County Coalition for Concerned Citizens will host the event. It will take place from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Marvin […]

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Tampa Police officers were called to the Central Court Apartments, 2510 North Central Avenue, at 7:21 p. m. Sunday for someone shooting a weapon in the street near the complex. According to their reports, when officers arrived at the complex, they reportedly spotted someone matching the description of the person described firing the weapon. As […]

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Mr. and Mrs. John (Grace) Clark passed away Sunday and Monday, less than 24 hours apart. According to their son, Fred Hearns, Mr. Clark passed away Sunday afternoon a little more than an hour after visiting his wife at Tampa General Hospital. Mr. Clark was in an assisted living facility, Hearns stated. “He had not […]

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A disaster recovery center is now open in Hillsborough County to help those whose homes or businesses were affected by Tropical Storm Debby. The center, located at the University Area Community Development Center, 14013 N. 22nd St. (33613), is open 8 a. m. to 6 p. m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 p. […]

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On Friday, Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that five alleged gang members were sentenced to a total of 70 years in prison and 64 years of probation for their participation in a violent street gang from North Tampa known as the “Cross Fletcher Hot Boys.” The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office began investigating the “Cross Fletcher […]

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