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State Legislator Looks To Amend ‘Stand Your Ground’ In 2014

August 28, 2013

Florida Senate Democratic Leader Chris Smith filed legislation this week that aims to amend the state’s controversial “Stand Your Ground” law, which received media scrutiny following the shooting of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin last year.

Sun-Sentinel Investigation Discovers Disturbing Stats On Florida Sex Offenders

August 23, 2013

Of sex offenders who have left prison since 1999, 594 have committed another sex crime, many within days after being released, a Sun-Sentinel investigation found.

Florida Sheriff Defends Deputies Shooting Innocent Man In His Driveway

August 20, 2013

Escambia Sheriff David Morgan has been defending the bizarre July 27 that has been the subject of protest by civil rights groups in the area.

Legislature To Vote On Possible Special Session To Review ‘Stand Your Ground’

August 14, 2013

Florida’s Secretary of State has received enough letters from state lawmakers to trigger a vote on whether to hold a special session to take a second look at the state's "Stand Your Ground" law.

Shoe-Leather Reporting Keeps The Ledger Ahead of Lakeland Police Scandals

August 8, 2013

It began with simple records request. The Lakeland Police Department’s employees dragged their feet in response, and from there, the story snowballed.

Study Links California Gun Murder Decrease to Strict Regulations, a Sharp Contrast to Florida

August 7, 2013

California has seen a 56 percent drop in gun death rates, and a new report says the decrease is related to the state's gun restrictions.