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State not alerted to early clues in womb-cutting case

State not alerted to early clues in womb-cutting case

State not alerted to early clues in womb-cutting case

Prosecutors say that when Figueroa was brought with the baby to the hospital, she had blood on her upper body and her face, which a hospital employee cleaned off. They also say Figueroa, 46, was examined at the hospital and showed no physical signs of childbirth.

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Federal official says there's 'no immediate plan' to send migrants to Florida

The statement came after officials in two South Florida counties, Broward and Palm Beach, raised the concern about having thousands of undocumented immigrants flown there from the U.S. Mexico Border.

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Federal official says there's 'no immediate plan' to send migrants to South Florida

A senior official with U.S. Customs and Border Protection told reporters that sending thousands of migrants to South Florida was only part of a “contingency plan,” according to the Sun Sentinel. The statement came after officials in two South Florida counties, Broward and Palm Beach, raised the concern about having thousands of undocumented immigrants flown there from the U.S. Mexico Border. The Sun Sentinel reported a federal official addressed that concern by saying there was no immediate plan to send anyone to those counties.

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Parents continue fight for medical decision power after judge determined sick child must get chemo

Taylor Bland and Joshua McAdams organized a rally the same day a benefit run was held for the Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Foundation.

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Local parents continue to fight for medical decision power for toddler with cancer

Noah McAdams was diagnosed with leukemia in April. When his parents refused chemotherapy treatment, the 3-year-old was taken into custody and a legal battle ensued. On May 8, a judged ruled Noah must continue with the first phase of chemotherapy, but holistic medicine may be pursued as well. However, his mother says she’s been unable to make any of those appointments.

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St. Petersburg police officer who fought for racial equality dies

Freddie L. Crawford, 81, was among a group of black police officers, called the "Courageous 12," who sued the city. They wanted to serve the community the way the job was intended.

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City bus driver stabbed, killed while driving

Tampa police said the stabbing happened near Nebraska Avenue and Locust Street.

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St. Pete police officer who fought for racial equality dies

A former Florida police officer who helped lead the charge for black officers to have the same job opportunities as their white colleagues died Friday. Retired Officer Freddie L. Crawford died with his children by his side, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department. He was 81 years old. The department said Crawford was among a group of 12 black officers, known as the "Courageous 12," who filed a lawsuit in federal court against the city in May 1965. Retired Officer Leon Jackson, the last remaining survivor of the group, said it was Crawford's idea to sue.

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Man accused of stabbing, killing Tampa city bus driver

A bus driver was stabbed and killed on a city bus in Tampa Saturday. Tampa police said the stabbing happened near Nebraska Avenue and Locust Street. Police said the suspect got off the bus and ran towards Interstate 275. Officers said they were able to find the suspect and arrest him.

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Celebrity chef José Andrés offers job to lunch lady fired for giving boy $8 lunch

Chef José Andrés is known for his humanitarian efforts, most recently in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria.

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10Weather: More heat on the way Sunday

Even hotter for the upcoming week.

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Riderless horse finishes Preakness Stakes race without jockey

Bodexpress was seen running the course of the race with fellow horses and riders, but without Hall of Fame jockey John Velazquez.

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