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News

Angel Tree Sign-ups happening now until October 13, 2023

The Salvation Army of Tallahassee starts Angel Tree Sign-ups

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By WCTV Staff
The Salvation Army of Tallahassee is kicking off the holiday season with Angel Tree sign-ups happening now through October 13th. The Angel Tree program is to assist families with gifts for their children, aged 12 and younger as well as seniors in Leon, Gadsden and Wakulla counties.

News

A crash on interstate 10 near Olson Road in Leon county.

Deadly crash on Interstate 10 in Leon Co. backs up traffic

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By WCTV Staff
The crash happened in the eastbound lanes of I-10 near Olson Road.

State

Pro-life supporters protest in front of the Florida Supreme Court. The Court heard arguments on...

Florida lawmakers to consider two abortion-related bills in 2024

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Cody Butler
Two bills addressing abortion were filed in the 2024 legislature less than a month after the Florida Supreme Court heard arguments on the 15-week ban signed into law in 2022.

Arrests

Rahiym Sanders, 26, was located and arrested Monday in Alachua County.

Second suspect arrested, charged with attempted murder in TPD officer shooting

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Jamiya Coleman
Sanders was charged with attempted murder of a law enforcement officer, attempted murder, home invasion robbery and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

Seminoles

Doak Campbell Stadium on June 13, 2023.

FSU adds women’s lacrosse to sports lineup

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Alison Posey and Chasity Maynard
A head coach for the new team has yet to be selected. The Seminoles will begin searching for that role in “the coming weeks,” according to the statement.

News

Coats for Kids

Envision Credit Union collab with local libraries to kick off ‘Coats for Kids’ campaign

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Jamiya Coleman
Community members are encouraged to donate new coats of any size at any participating public library or Envision Credit Union branch location, from Sept. 30 through Oct. 30, according to Envision’s press release.

Capital City

Testimony is now underway in the robbery and murder trial of 31-year-old Darius Phillips.

Shot behind the wheel: Tallahassee man on trial for 2019 murder

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By WCTV Staff
31-year-old Darius Phillips is now on trial in the robbery and murder of Anthony Bell, Jr.

Big Bend

D-SNAP food assistance program is set to open on-site locations in Madison, Taylor and...

On-site D-SNAP locations this week for Taylor, Madison, and Jefferson Counties

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Jamiya Coleman
There will be an on-site location in each county Oct. 5 through Oct. 7 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

News

Still image from body worn camera footage released by the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.

Man with Tallahassee connections at center of viral arrest video in Jacksonville

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By WCTV Staff
A viral arrest video out of Jacksonville continues to pick up national attention after it first surfaced late last week.

State

Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., one of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's harshest critics, answers...

Rep. Matt Gaetz files motion to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy, throwing House into new turmoil

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By The Associated Press and FARNOUSH AMIRI and KEVIN FREKING
A motion to vacate is a rare and strong procedural tool that has only been used twice in the past century against Republican speakers.
Radar and Lightning
Radar and Lightning

Local

Foley mill produces last jumbo roll of paper ahead of closure

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Savannah Kelley
A Georgia-Pacific spokesperson told WCTV Monday that some employees have already been let go, but that most will be laid off over the next two to three weeks.

Tell Me Something Good

Something Good - Meet Josie, MCSO’s new K-9!

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 9:10 PM EDT
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By WCTV Staff
The sheriff’s office was asking for help picking her name, and it was between Abbie and Josie.

News

Tallahassee makes HGTV’s ‘20 best mid-size cities in the United States’

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 8:59 PM EDT
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By Jamiya Coleman
Tallahassee was one of three Florida cities to make the list.

State

Proposal would reduce waiting period on Florida gun sales

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 8:57 PM EDT
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By Cody Butler
Anyone wanting to buy a gun in Florida has to wait at least three days for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to run a background check.

News

Man charged in Jefferson Co. Clerk of Court fraud case reportedly found, arrested after fleeing

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 8:55 PM EDT
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By WCTV Staff and Jamiya Coleman
One of three men accused of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from Jefferson County funds has now fled, new court documents show.

News

Authorities confirm link between Monday’s violent home invasions

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 8:52 PM EDT
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By WCTV Staff
Investigators shared new details Friday that confirm a link between two violent home invasions in west Tallahassee that occurred just over an hour apart Monday.

News

Tallahassee man on trial for roommate’s murder

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 8:49 PM EDT
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By WCTV Staff
Martin Barrett will stand trial this week for the 2022 murder of his roommate, Cecilia Lopez-Quessada.

News

Titletown Showdown: Here’s where tickets to the 2023 Winnersville Classic go on sale next week

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 8:20 PM EDT
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By WCTV Staff
The matchup is set for Friday, October 6 at the historic Bazemore-Hyder Stadium.

South Georgia

Deadly police chases on the rise in Georgia

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 6:07 PM EDT
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By Heidi Paxson
Things like time of day, location and weather conditions all play a role in deciding whether or not to pursue.

State

Disney sued for ‘injurious wedgie’ at water park

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 6:02 PM EDT
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By CNN Newsource staff
Disney is being sued over “severe” injuries allegedly caused by a “wedgie” from a waterslide.

News

‘Tragic case’ : Tallahassee judge dismisses charges against mother accused in hot car death

Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 3:23 PM EDT
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By Julie Montanaro
A judge has dismissed charges against a Tallahassee mother accused in her son's hot car death.

News

Multiple lanes blocked on Capital Circle NE after sewage main break

Updated: Oct. 1, 2023 at 9:13 PM EDT
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By Staci Inez
Utility crews were also seen digging up large chunks of the road in front of the FSU Credit Union on Capital Circle NE.

South Georgia

Valdosta Main Street announces upcoming First Friday Costume Crawl

Updated: Sep. 30, 2023 at 11:45 AM EDT
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By Lorenza Medley
The First Friday Costume Crawl will feature a costume contest and music.

In The Spotlight

In the Spotlight: Cherry Rankin shares her fruit squares recipe

Updated: Sep. 30, 2023 at 9:40 AM EDT
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By WCTV Staff
Ms. Cherry Rankins joined WCTV’s In The Spotlight segment to share her fruit squares recipe.

Hurricane

Debris collection continues in wake of Hurricane Idalia

Updated: Sep. 29, 2023 at 10:35 PM EDT
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By Julie Montanaro
The debris will ultimately be ground up and delivered to a local organic farm, Pell said. Debris pick up in Leon County will likely last another two weeks.

News

Magbanua turns state witness, expected to testify against ex-boyfriend Charlie Adelson in upcoming murder trial

Updated: Sep. 29, 2023 at 10:11 PM EDT
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By Julie Montanaro
Witness lists are now filed in advance of Charlie Adelson's trial.

News

Florida A&M students receive free health screenings

Updated: Sep. 29, 2023 at 10:07 PM EDT
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By Brianna Shaw
Two nonprofits are partnering to provide free health screenings for HBCU athletes.

Tell Me Something Good

Something Good - TPD teams up with TMH to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Updated: Sep. 29, 2023 at 9:58 PM EDT
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By WCTV Staff
For the entire month of October officers will wear pink! It will show up on their uniforms, badges, patches and on department social media.

South Georgia

Valdosta residents stand against teen gun violence at Barbershop Talk event

Updated: Sep. 29, 2023 at 4:25 PM EDT
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By Brittanye Blake
Some Valdosta citizens are taking a stand against the increased gun violence amongst teenagers in the community. The community is working together to find solutions to decrease teen violence.

Whats Brewing

What’s Brewing - Thomasville Center for the Arts presenting The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

Updated: Sep. 29, 2023 at 12:59 PM EDT
What’s Brewing - Thomasville Center for the Arts presenting The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

Capital City

Tallahassee woman arrested on voter fraud charges

Updated: Sep. 29, 2023 at 12:34 PM EDT
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By Jamiya Coleman
Marsha Ervin was accused of voting for the 2020 General Election and 2022 Primary Election while being a convicted felon.

Local

More than 100 turn out for memorial bike ride for FSU cyclist killed in crash

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 11:48 PM EDT
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By WCTV Staff and Sam Thomas
Cyclists gathered at Chaires Community Center to honor Jake Boykin. The 25-year-old was hit and killed by a car in Jefferson County last weekend.

Crime

Three shot, one dead in Wednesday shooting near Valdosta elementary school

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 11:29 PM EDT
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By Chasity Maynard
The Valdosta Police Department responded to a shooting that killed one person Wednesday in Valdosta.

Local

‘It doesn’t seem real’: Foley Mill employee reacts to losing job then his home in a fire

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 10:01 PM EDT
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By Madison Glaser
“I’m thankful, obviously we lost everything, but I still have what is important to me and that’s my family, and I thank God that they were able to get out and I at least have that,” Tuten said.

State

Florida attorney general warns of criminals using AI to target teens

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 6:55 PM EDT
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By Cody Butler
The FBI is noticing more sextortion reports using AI.

News

Missing Alabama man connected to bones found in Steinhatchee River during hurricane cleanup

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 5:17 PM EDT
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By Ryan Wyatt Turbeville
New evidence is being collected in a possibly decades-old cold case

News

Body of Alabama man missing for 28 years likely found in Steinhatchee River

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 4:25 PM EDT
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By WTVY Staff
Workers cleaning up following Hurricane Idalia discovered skeletal remains in a Chevrolet Cavalier with a 1995 Houston County license plate submerged in the Steinhatchee River about one hour west of Gainesville.

State

16-year-old dies after being struck by lightning in Putnam County

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 12:17 PM EDT
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By Ryan Wyatt Turbeville
A high school student died on Thursday morning after being hospitalized due to lightning striking a tree while she was hunting with her father

Whats Brewing

What’s Brewing - Showbiz for Kids: Fall Fun Festival at Cascades Park in Tallahassee

Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 6:50 AM EDT
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By Michelle Roberts
What’s Brewing - Showbiz for Kids: Fall Fun Festival at Cascades Park in Tallahassee

Capital City

New Tallahassee budget narrowly passes, raises property taxes. Here’s what it means for you

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 11:11 PM EDT
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By Madison Glaser and Chasity Maynard
In a close vote of 3-2, commissioners passed an $868 million budget for the 2024 fiscal year.

Tell Me Something Good

Something Good - FL Cares building ramps, stairs for accessibility

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 10:41 PM EDT
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By WCTV Staff
The changes will help the older man who lives there get in and out more safely.

Arrests

Former Leon HS security guard arrested, accused of having sex with 16-year-old student

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 10:37 PM EDT
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By Jamiya Coleman
A former Leon High School security guard was arrested Wednesday for allegedly having sex with a 16-year-old student on multiple occasions, according to court documents.

Capital City

Tallahassee Citizen Police Review Board meets quorum for first time this year

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 10:35 PM EDT
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By Chasity Maynard and Madison Glaser
For the first time this year, the Tallahassee Citizen Police Review Board has reached a quorum.

State

Proposal would move Florida away from Electoral College

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 10:33 PM EDT
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By Cody Butler
A recent Pew Research Center survey says 65% of Americans support moving away from the Electoral College.

State

Winner of $1.6 billion Mega Millions jackpot claims prize in Florida

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 6:41 PM EDT
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By The Associated Press
The winning ticket was sold at a Publix supermarket in Neptune Beach.

Whats Brewing

What’s Brewing - Tallahassee Museum celebrating American Alliance of Museums accreditation with free admission day

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 6:53 AM EDT
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By Michelle Roberts
What’s Brewing - Tallahassee Museum celebrating American Alliance of Museums accreditation with free admission day

State

Florida Horseshoe Crab Watch officials ask for help documenting

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 11:09 PM EDT
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By WCJB Staff
September and October are horseshoe crab mating months, which is the most convenient time to collect data and track populations for scientists.

Local

‘He was always there for you’: FSU student, competitive cyclist killed in hit-and-run

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 10:12 PM EDT
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By Brianna Shaw and WCTV Staff
Fellow cyclists are planning a memorial ride to honor 25-year-old Jake Boykin, an FSU student who was struck and killed by a car while cycling along a rural road in Jefferson County.

Local

Memorial ride for cyclist Jake Boykin scheduled for Thursday evening

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 10:11 PM EDT
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By WCTV Staff
The bike community is hosting an event Thursday evening to remember their fellow racer at the Chaires Community Center, 4768 Chaires Cross Road, beginning at 5:30 p.m.

South Georgia

How cheaper gas prices are impacting the South Georgia region

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 9:48 PM EDT
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By Fallon Howard
Governor Georgia Brian Kemp announced the gas suspension tax on Sept. 13th, as Georgians face sustained inflation.
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