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Convicted sex offender Ghislaine Maxwell has become pals with double murderer Narcy Novack behind bars. The pair reportedly spend hours talking at Tallahassee jail in the east of Florida’s state capital.

We learned late last week of a terrifying shark attack in extremely shallow waters on the beach in Florida. And the latest updates actually make it a little scarier…

A teenage girl was left seriously injured after a brutal shark attack on a Florida beach. And we mean ON THE BEACH.

an out bisexual man who was the 2018 Democratic nominee in the race for Florida governor, has been indicted on 21 counts, including charges of conspiracy, wire fraud, and making false statements.On Wednesday, a federal grand jury returned an indictment against Gillum, a former mayor of Tallahassee, and a longtime associate and fellow Tallahassee resident, Sharon Lettman-Hicks.According to the indictment, between 2016 and 2019, Gillum and Lettman-Hicks “engaged in an on-going and evolving scheme to defraud by unlawfully soliciting and obtaining funds from various entities and individuals through false and fraudulent representations and promises that the funds would be used for a legitimate purpose.”Gillum and Lettman-Hicks then allegedly used third parties to divert a portion of those funds to P&P, a communications company owned by Lettman-Hicks, who then provided the funds, disguised as payroll payments, to Gillum for his personal use.Both defendants have been charged with 19 counts of wire fraud, and Gillum is also charged with making false statements to FBI agents investigating the suspected fraud, according to a press release for the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Florida.If convicted of the charges against them, Gillum and Lettman-Hicks could face up to 20 years in prison for the conspiracy charge, and 20 years for wire fraud.

 will be held on August 23.In the video, Stargel primarily cites her mother’s support of anti-choice and anti-LGBTQ legislation as the chief reason to vote against her. Stargel also claimed that she felt “neglected” by her parents when they prioritized their political careers.

T-Pain has added a new title to his already impressive roaster of jobs: restaurant owner! On Sunday, the 37-year-old prolific producer took to social media to share the news of his latest venture. «I DID IT BOIS!!! [I'm] officially a restaurant owner. Got my keys today and I’m scared as sh*t.

 Tallahassee Democrat. That contradicts earlier reporting that suggested Diaz-Johnston’s body had initially been transported to the Jackson landfill from a dump site in Okaloosa County, more than 150 miles away from his home.Last Thursday, Steven Yinger, a 36-year-old who has a history of burglary and theft convictions, was indicted on first-degree murder and other charges in connection with Diaz-Johnston’s death, including tampering with evidence, theft of Diaz-Johnston’s possessions and fraudulently using his personal information, reports The Washington Post.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis escalated his attack on The Walt Disney Co. on Tuesday, as he called on the state legislature to end a self-governing special district covering Walt Disney World.

Gene Maddaus Senior Media WriterDisney’s mishandling of the “Don’t Say Gay” controversy has turned into an ongoing problem in Florida, as its unique role in state politics now faces scrutiny from critics on both the left and right.Gov. Ron DeSantis has led the attacks, saying it was time to reevaluate the “special privileges” the company has received over the decades, including its wholly controlled fief, known as the Reedy Creek Improvement District.

which shut down operations on Friday, just two years after making a splashy debut — has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Florida. In its Monday filing, the Tallahassee-based network listed $10 million-$50 million in liabilities, and estimated between 200 and 999 creditors are owed money.“They filed for bankruptcy faster than they paid their employees the money they’re owed,” one former employee told TheWrap on Tuesday.

Cable TV outlet Black News Channel has abruptly shut down after two years on the air, and just after hitting new viewership highs during this week’s confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson.

Miami New Times.Reyes, 36, who has led Miami’s local FOP chapter — which negotiates police contracts with the City of Miami on behalf of the union’s members — since 2018, informed his union that he was suspended following a complaint from an anonymous party.“I was [relieved of duty] based on an anonymous complaint,” he wrote in an email to FOP members. “I cannot go into details as it is an open investigation, I will stand strong and tell you my brothers and sisters that I was the victim of a crime, and I am once again being victimized by some of our own people.”According to the Tallahassee police report, Reyes met his date, described as a “young Hispanic male,” at a Hampton Inn & Suites hotel while Reyes was visiting Tallahassee.

notes the protests “are 100% student led. We did not organize them.”Nadine Smith, Equality Florida’s executive director tweeted: “The @GOP censorship and intimidation agenda knows no bounds.

Rabbi Israel Dresner was a civil rights activist who protested segregation alongside his friend, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (1929–1968).Dresner began his life of activism young, well before he became a rabbi, as World War II raged overseas.

nearly identical companion bill has been introduced in the Senate by Sen. Dennis Baxley (R-Belleview), using much of the same language.Some parents praised lawmakers for moving to protect parental rights.

The body of Jorge Diaz-Johnston, an LGBTQ advocate and brother of a former Miami mayor, was found in a landfill in Jackson County, Florida.

Taking the high road? Bachelor season 25 contestant “Queen” Victoria Larson shared a cryptic quote after her 2012 mugshot resurfaced earlier this week.

The Bachelor's resident villain/queen Victoria Larson was arrested for shoplifting in 2012. According to an arrest report obtained by, Victoria was arrested at age 19 for stealing over $250 worth of groceries and makeup at Publix super market in Tallahassee.

A royal scandal. Victoria Larson, also known as “Queen Victoria” on Matt James’ season of The Bachelor, was once arrested for shoplifting.

Keyontae Johnson is in critical condition.

Florida police on Monday raided the home of a former state data scientist who claimed she was fired from the Department of Health for refusing to doctor coronavirus figures. Rebekah Jones posted a video on Twitter showing officers with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement drawing their guns as they entered her house in Tallahassee.

A 65-year-old Florida man found dead in Jackson County this week had been mauled by a pack of stray dogs, according to local police.  Donald Ray Allen's body was found on the side of a road in the Bascom area near the Alabama state line. Allen was reportedly out for a walk when he was attacked, according to the Tallahassee Democrat.

self-titled talk show.Gillum agreed to sit down for a pre-recorded hour-long exclusive interview with Hall, whose second season of her talk show kicked off on Monday, marking the first time she has returned to her New York set since the show was forced to stop production due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.In the interview, the 41-year-old Gillum addressed rumors swirling around him after he was found intoxicated in a hotel room at the Mondrian South Beach Hotel in March, accompanied by two

Activists in Florida’s capital city say the case of a Black transgender man who was shot to death by a police officer earlier this year has left many unanswered questions.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our personalised newsletter.THE first Zombieland movie was an infectiously entertaining slice of comedy-horror.Eleven years later, sequel Double Tap reunites leading quartet Woody Harrelson (Tallahassee), Emma Stone (Wichita), Jesse Eisenberg (Columbus) and Abigail Breslin (Little Rock).Also back – fresh from helming the pretty dismal Venom – is director Ruben Fleischer and the feeling of familiarity results in more of the same,

The Sunshine State is once again in the headlines for all the wrong reasons, but this time, don’t blame Florida Man… blame Florida State University!

Trigger warning: This article contains detailed descriptions of sexual assault.Gabrielle Union shared a heartbreaking tribute to the late Oluwatoyin "Toyin" Salau on Instagram. Salau was a 19-year-old activist who joined recent protests for Black Lives Matter.

Many celebrities are speaking out and paying tribute to slain Black Lives Matter protester Oluwatoyin “Toyin” Salau. After the body of the 19-year-old Florida activist was discovered days after she went missing, famous figures who have been vocal supporters of the BLM movement took to social media to mourn her death.

Black Lives Matter protester Oluwatoyin «Toyin» Salau. After the body of the 19-year-old Florida activist was discovered days after she went missing, famous figures who have been vocal supporters of the BLM movement took to social media to mourn her death.Salau's body, and the body of 75-year-old Victoria Sims, were discovered by police in Tallahassee on Saturday evening.

Kansas City mayor pardons man who filmed police officers’ alleged assault of transgender womanCity of Tallahassee will delay releasing name of police officer who shot and killed trans man Tony McDadeCongressional LGTBQ+ Equality Caucus endorses resolution condemning police brutalityAs a free LGBTQ publication, Metro Weekly relies on advertising in order to bring you unique, high quality journalism, both online and in our weekly edition.

Supporters of a Tallahassee ordinance banning conversion therapy demonstrating – Photo: Equality Florida, via Facebook.

Andrew Gillum – Photo: Facebook.

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