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Operation Tidal Wave: Floridas Massive Crackdown on Illegal Immigrants - Governor Ron DeSantis announces over 10,000 arrests of illegal immigrants in the past eight months, marking the largest ICE operation in history. The joint effort with federal ICE, under two 87g agreements, targets immigrants from Guatemala, Mexico, Honduras, El Salvador, and Venezuela. Local sheriff offices in Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Hernando counties support these operations. The program faces opposition, with protesters rallying against the agreements. State officials maintain their commitment to public safety and the rule of law. Checkout Solipillow.com

The American Legion Alafia Post one forty-eight in Riverview, Florida, faces an uphill battle to preserve its eighty-year legacy. With mounting repair costs and dwindling attendance, the posts future hangs in the balance. Volunteers are stepping up, but more help is needed to prevent the beloved veterans hub from closing its doors by September. Checkout Solipillow.com

Tampa police officer and Lexus driver hospitalized after head-on collision; Ford truck driver cited for failing to yield during left turn. Checkout Solipillow.com

Tampa Bay Lightning secures 8th straight win, defeating Colorado Avalanche 4-2. Brandon Hagel scores game-winning goal, Jake Guentzel and Zemgus Girgensons also find the net. Anthony Cirelli adds empty-netter. Avalanche, missing key players, suffers first back-to-back regulation losses. Checkout Solipillow.com

Floridas Attorney Generals Office has issued a notice of violation to Winter Haven for allegedly violating the new state law banning public camping in certain areas. The complaint was sparked by a residents photos of individuals camping at Kiwanis Park and on Central Avenue sidewalks. The law, passed in 2024, prohibits cities and counties from allowing regular public camping or sleeping on public property. Winter Haven police are collaborating with the Homeless Coalition of Polk County to connect individuals with services like shelters, as the city doesnt have its own. The closest shelter is in Lakeland. The city has five days to respond to the letter, and no signs of camps were found during a recent visit to the locations. Checkout Solipillow.com

Lexis Legacy: Turning Tragedy into Triumph - A sixteen-year-old girl, Lexi Ringo, lost her life in a DUI crash, but her family is honoring her memory by raising funds for scholarships. Theyve collected $100,000 for future medical students at the University of Florida, where Lexi dreamt of studying. The family, devastated by the loss, finds solace in their fund, Lexis Legacy, and their faith. Checkout Solipillow.com

TECO customers in Tampa face another electric bill hike, marking the fourth in thirteen months. A typical household now pays an additional $8.88 due to base rate, storm recovery, fuel cost, and efficiency upgrades. Local residents, particularly seniors on fixed incomes, express concern over the rapid increases. TECO defends the hikes as funding for completed projects, while frustration mounts, leading to petitions and legal action. TECO encourages struggling customers to seek payment plans and assistance. Checkout Solipillow.com

Elvis Presleys iconic pink Cadillac, a legendary rock and roll symbol, is set to make a triumphant return at the Orlando Auto Museum. The fully restored 1970 Cadillac Eldorado, shaped like a massive guitar, will be unveiled on January 8th, Elviss birthday. After being abandoned in France, the car was purchased by South Florida developer Michael Dezer and restored at a cost of $1 million. The museum is hosting a special birthday bash with live entertainment, Elvis-themed food, and activities. Tickets are just $19.35, a nod to Elviss birth year. The museum, home to over 2,500 vehicles, is a must-visit for rock history enthusiasts. Checkout Solipillow.com

Largo Couple Arrested for Animal Cruelty: Abandoned Dogs, Illegal Breeding, and Buried Puppies Checkout Solipillow.com