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Family of Andrew Joseph III awarded $15 million in lawsuit against Hillsborough Sheriff, calls win a blow to qualified immunity

The Josephs said that their win is a ‘blueprint’ for families harmed by law enforcement.

by Justin Garcia September 22, 2022August 5, 2025

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Attorneys give closing statements in Andrew Joseph III trial

Jurors are now deliberating the verdict for the trial.

by Justin Garcia September 22, 2022June 16, 2025

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Hillsborough Sheriff lawyers make failed attempt at qualified immunity after resting case in Andrew Joseph III trial

Qualified immunity was denied for Corporal Mark Clark before the trial, but HCSO tried again, and failed.

by Justin Garcia September 21, 2022June 17, 2025

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Judge in Andrew Joseph III trial scolds Hillsborough Sheriff for arresting witness

‘They said I missed my court date and I was going to jail because of it.’

by Justin Garcia September 20, 2022April 7, 2025

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In Tampa trial, family of Andrew Joseph III remembers ‘golden child’ and says there’s no proof he caused trouble at fair

Today, a Hillsborough Sheriff representative was evasive when asked why Joseph was painted as a criminal.

by Justin Garcia September 19, 2022May 27, 2025

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Despite attempt to block testimony, friend of Andrew Joseph III says HCSO advised them to cross I-4

The witness gave an emotional testimony about the events leading up to Joseph’s death.

by Justin Garcia September 16, 2022July 19, 2025

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In Andrew Joseph III trial, expert testifies Hillsborough deputies violated constitution and state law

The judge in the federal wrongful death trial also clashed with HCSO’s legal team about interpretation of state law.

by Justin Garcia September 15, 2022April 17, 2025

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Hillsborough sheriff sergeant says laws about child detention are up for interpretation in Andrew Joseph III trial

Retired Master Sergeant Todd Anthony said that Florida State Law about detaining children should be up to individual officers.

by Justin Garcia September 14, 2022June 7, 2025

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‘You can’t manufacture facts’: Hillsborough deputies can’t get story straight in Andrew Joseph III trial

HCSO officers and legal team told conflicting stories today at the federal trial.

by Justin Garcia September 13, 2022March 20, 2025

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As Tampa trial for Andrew Joseph III family begins, activists from around the country show support

The trial is expected to last until Sept. 22, and some activists said they will be in Tampa the whole time.

by Justin Garcia September 12, 2022July 8, 2025

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New Port Richey mayor says people seeking public records should ‘go away’

The mayor’s comments come as citizens seek transparency from their government after multiple scandals.

by Justin Garcia September 9, 2022July 26, 2025

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‘It will be rebuilt’: Foundation says obstacles won’t stop restoration of Tampa’s historic Jackson House

The restoration of the Jackson House faces a new challenge: finding enough space to rebuild.

by Justin Garcia September 8, 2022May 17, 2025

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After resigning, former Tampa City Attorney Gina Grimes may return in new role

Grimes’ resignation came after turmoil with city council and problems with her public record keeping.

by Justin Garcia September 7, 2022July 2, 2025

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Tampa considers moving up to $5.5 million from solid waste to housing in 2023 budget

The idea to move the money was supported by Chief of Staff John Bennett and city council.

by Justin Garcia September 7, 2022May 25, 2024

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Tampa activists call for more affordable housing funds in upcoming budget

The demonstration will take place at 4:30 p.m. at Tampa City Hall.

by Justin Garcia September 6, 2022August 17, 2023

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St. Pete’s deputy mayor resigns after being accused of bullying, former comms director would ‘evaluate’ returning

Stephanie Owens was initially placed on leave, but chose to resign.

by Justin Garcia September 2, 2022January 9, 2024

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St. Petersburg communications director resigns after accusing deputy mayor of bullying

Janelle Irwin Taylor says that St. Petersburg Deputy Mayor Stephanie Owens created a hostile work environment

by Justin Garcia September 1, 2022May 6, 2025

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Following turmoil with mayor, Tampa City Council looks for ‘hard reset’ with new city attorney

Council said they appreciate Zelman, but that council’s relationship with the attorney’s office needs to change.

by Justin Garcia September 1, 2022May 21, 2025

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Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office set to face trial for the death of Andrew Joseph III, family says

The Florida State Fair Authority is also a defendant in the upcoming trial, which is currently set for September.

by Justin Garcia August 31, 2022January 30, 2025

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Florida Indigenous groups say Tampa’s Columbus statue will come down ‘one way or another’

The demand to remove the statue is decades old.

by Justin Garcia August 30, 2022May 1, 2025