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Why Accused Smuggler Kilmar Abrego Garcia Will "Regret" U.S. Return

10 hours ago | tampafp.com | Danielle Shockey

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran national previously deported from the United States, has returned to face criminal charges related to human smuggling, Attorney General Pam Bondi announced Friday. The development marks a significant turn in a case that has drawn considerable attention and political advocacy from the left.
Trump Unleashes "Drone Patrol" Order To Reclaim American Skies

1 day ago | tampafp.com | Danielle Shockey

President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order Friday, “Restoring American Airspace Sovereignty,” a sweeping measure designed to counter the growing national security and public safety threats posed by unauthorized and malicious unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), commonly known as drones.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia Returns To U.S. To Face Human Smuggling Charges

1 day ago | tampafp.com | Danielle Shockey

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran national previously deported from the United States, is reportedly en route back to the U.S. to face criminal charges related to human smuggling, according to sources speaking with ABC News. This development marks a significant turning point in a case that has garnered considerable attention and sparked political advocacy.
Largo Man Arrested On Numerous Child Porn Charges: Pinellas County Sheriff

1 day ago | tampafp.com | Jake Grissom

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – Detectives from the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Crimes Against Children Unit (CAC) have arrested a Largo man on multiple felony charges related to the possession and transmission of child pornography. Julian William Wiseman, 30, was taken into custody on Thursday following a months-long investigation. The investigation began on October 16, 2024, when detectives received intelligence indicating that child pornography was being accessed and shared online.
Ohio Drug And Human Trafficking Kingpin Gets 30 Years In Prison

1 day ago | tampafp.com | Jake Grissom

Cordell Washington, a key leader in a sprawling criminal enterprise spanning drug and human trafficking, was sentenced today in federal court to 360 months (30 years) in prison for a litany of drug, gun, human trafficking, and money laundering crimes.
U.S. Unleashes Sweeping Sanctions Against Iranian Shadow Banking Network

1 day ago | tampafp.com | Danielle Shockey

The United States announced Friday new sanctions targeting over 35 individuals and entities implicated in a vast money laundering network supporting the Iranian regime. This aggressive move aims to dismantle a sophisticated financial apparatus that has allegedly funneled billions of dollars to sustain Tehran’s destabilizing campaigns and enrich regime elites.
Marathon Man Arrested After Fishermen’s Hospital Disturbance

1 day ago | tampafp.com | Jake Grissom

MONROE COUNTY, Fla. – A 39-year-old Marathon man was arrested Thursday after allegedly causing a disturbance at Fishermen’s Hospital, leading to charges including battery on a law enforcement officer. Elson Joseph Stuart faces charges of battery on a law enforcement officer, assault on a law enforcement officer, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest following the incident.
Medicaid "Cuts" Or Slower Growth? Dems, GOP Battle Over Billions As Spending Still Soars

1 day ago | tampafp.com | Danielle Shockey

Congressional Democrats are fiercely criticizing Republican-led efforts to reform Medicaid, alleging the proposed changes in President Donald Trump’s “one big, beautiful bill” will “devastate” the program. This comes despite fiscal projections indicating federal Medicaid spending is still set to increase over the next decade.
Clearwater Man Arrested After SWAT Standoff On Domestic Battery, Child Abuse Charges

1 day ago | tampafp.com | Liz Shultz

A domestic disturbance at The District Apartments led to a SWAT team activation overnight and the arrest of a Clearwater man on multiple charges, including domestic battery, false imprisonment, and child abuse. Joshua Williams, 39, was taken into custody early this morning after surrendering peacefully to authorities. The Clearwater Police SWAT Team was activated late last night in response to an armed subject at the apartment complex, located at 3021 State Road 590.
Largo Jewel Heist Uncovered: St. Petersburg Man Busted In $650K Watch Rip-Off

1 day ago | tampafp.com | Liz Shultz

LARGO, Fla. – Detectives have cracked a sophisticated scheme, arresting a St. Petersburg man accused of swiping over half a million dollars in high-end watches from his employer. The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Economic Crimes Unit nabbed Michael Kelly, 32, on June 5, 2025, charging him with Scheme to Defraud. The investigation began on May 15, 2025, after Gold & Diamond Source on Ulmerton Road reported a significant internal theft. What detectives uncovered was a years-long operation.