BRANDON, Fla. – A Florida deputy shot and wounded an armed girl who had been chasing her ex-boyfriend on Monday, officers mentioned.
The 39-year-old girl was shot shortly after midday outdoors the Heaven Despatched Daycare Heart in Brandon, in accordance with a Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Workplace information launch. Brandon is situated simply east of Tampa.
The sufferer instructed deputies that he was getting out of the bathe at his house when his ex-girlfriend pointed a gun at him as a result of she had discovered one thing on his cellphone that she did not like, officers mentioned. The girl chased the person via the house advanced till he jumped a fence to get away.
The person made his solution to the close by day care middle, the place he known as 911, investigators mentioned. As responding deputies have been attempting to talk with the sufferer, the armed girl drove into the day care parking zone, officers mentioned.
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One of many deputies reported seeing the gun whereas the armed girl was nonetheless within the car and opened hearth, investigators mentioned. The girl was struck within the higher physique. She was taken to a close-by hospital with accidents that weren’t thought of life-threatening.
“This suspect had no regard for the security of our deputies, the sufferer or the youngsters contained in the daycare,” Sheriff Chad Chronister mentioned in a press release. “In looking this sufferer down, her intent was to complete the job.”
The girl is dealing with expenses of aggravated assault with a firearm and false imprisonment, officers mentioned. The sheriff’s workplace did not instantly launch the races of the deputy and the girl who was shot.
State regulation enforcement officers will examine the taking pictures.
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HOLLYWOOD, Fla. – A thunderstorm early Monday afternoon led to tree damage in South Florida.
A large tree snapped during the storm and came crashing onto a Hollywood carport.
It happened at around 1:35 p.m. near Pembroke Road and Southwest 52nd Avenue.
Other trees in that area could be seen snapped in half.
There have been no reports of any injuries as of around 3 p.m. Monday.
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The big story: Florida’s recent release of school and district grades based on student performance prompted a new round of questions for communities faced with school closures.
Some Duval County residents argued the strong results demonstrated why their district should not shutter their children’s schools.
“They need to go back to the drawing table and figure out what schools actually need a change and an injection of funds and new buildings and which ones don’t,” parent Emily McCarthy said. Read more from WJXT.
Broward County school district officials meanwhile raised hopes that the district’s A grade will draw children back to under-capacity schools, reducing the need to close them. Read more from the Sun-Sentinel.
Tax referendums: Lawyers for the Hillsborough County Commission argued in court filings that the School Board cannot dictate the timing of the school district’s proposed property tax referendum. The board sued after the commission refused to place a district referendum on the November ballot.
Vouchers: Discussion continues over what actions if any the state might take against a private Islamic school that receives vouchers, after the school’s imam made inflammatory remarks against Jewish people, WFSU reports.
Top teacher: Hernando County math teacher Jaime Suarez was named Florida’s 2025 Teacher of the Year.
President searches: The search firm leading Florida Atlantic University’s effort to find a new president was warned against advertising the job in publications that focus on minority groups or diversity issues, Florida Phoenix reports.
Impact fees: The Pasco County planning board gave an initial nod to increasing school impact fees. The county commission still must act.
Enrollment: State planners estimate that Florida traditional public schools will see enrollment decline over the next six years, Florida Phoenix reports.
Elections: The Florida Democratic Party announced its support of 11 school board candidates statewide soon after Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled a list of 23 endorsements, the Tallahassee Democrat reports. • Legal maneuverings continue in the debate over how to fill the remaining term of a Manatee County school board member who is resigning to run for state House, SRQ reports.
Charter schools: The Lake Wales charter school system reached a settlement agreement with its ousted superintendent, avoiding a threatened lawsuit, Lake Wales News reports. • Redland Migrant Christian Association’s charter school in Wimauma has a new principal, WUSF reports.
Bus rides: About 1,100 Duval County school district students will no longer be eligible for bus rides in the new academic year, Jacksonville Today reports.
Book bans: The Escambia County school district, at the center of a lawsuit over library book censorship, has led Florida in the number of books removed from school shelves, the Pensacola News-Journal reports.
From the police blotter … A Hillsborough County elementary school principal was arrested on allegations of driving under the influence and fleeing from law enforcement.
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Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
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The Florida Lottery offers several draw games for those hoping to win one of the available jackpots. Here’s a look at the winning numbers for games played on Sunday, July 28, 2024
23-42-43-49-56, Cash Ball: 02
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Midday: 10-11-21-24-35
Evening: 11-18-19-30-33
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Morning: 04
Matinee: 07
Afternoon: 14
Evening: 07
Late Night: 10
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Midday: 8-5, FB: 8
Evening: 3-1, FB: 5
Check Pick 2 payouts and previous drawings here.
Midday: 2-9-2, FB: 8
Evening: 9-8-6, FB: 5
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Midday: 8-6-1-3, FB: 8
Evening: 8-1-8-3, FB: 5
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Midday: 3-2-3-2-3, FB: 8
Evening: 5-9-4-1-7, FB: 5
Check Pick 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Tickets can be purchased in person at any authorized retailer throughout Florida, including gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. To find a retailer near you, go to Find Florida Lottery Retailers.
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You also can claim your winnings by mail if the prize is $250,000 or less. Mail your ticket to the Florida Lottery with the required documentation.
If you’re a winner, Florida law mandates the following information is public record:
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Florida digital producer. You can send feedback using this form.
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