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business3 days ago•5 min saved

Rays say no more concessions as ballpark deal moves toward final terms

Rays CEO Ken Babby said there will be no reopening of the deal’s economics and no further concessions in finalizing the $2.3 billion domed stadium plan; the framework stays the same with about $976 million in public funds (county $796 million, city $180 million) and the Rays covering roughly 55% of project costs plus overruns, plus their ongoing maintenance obligations. The Community Investment Tax funding remains a key component, the Rays have raised their total investment to over $1.2 billion, and officials plan to draft definitive documents for final votes as they push to move the project forward.

via Tampa Bay Times|

#business #funding #hillsborough-county

business12 days ago•2 min saved

Rays map $967M public stake in new stadium plan ahead of key votes

The Rays released a non-binding memorandum of understanding outlining a $967 million public contribution toward a $2.3 billion stadium, a shift from the prior $1.065 billion subsidy. The MOU comes ahead of anticipated votes by the Tampa City Council and Hillsborough County Commissioners and a June 1 deadline for definitive agreements. If approved, the deal would help secure state funding to redevelop the Dale Mabry campus of Hillsborough College and advance a privately financed development, though state lawmakers say funding should wait for local agreements.

via Tampa Bay Times|

#business #hillsborough-county #public-funding

local29 days ago•15 min saved

Second body found near Florida bridge in USF graduate-student disappearance case

Authorities say a body was found near the Florida bridge, the same site where one of two missing University of South Florida graduate students had been found days earlier, as investigators with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office announced a man barricaded inside a Lake Forest home and was taken into custody in connection with the case.

via AP News|

#hillsborough-county #investigation #local

crime-and-justice29 days ago•180 min saved

Prosecutors outline timeline as USF doctoral student murder case unfolds

Prosecutors released new evidence in the killing of Zamil Limon, a University of South Florida doctoral student, including a timeline of events surrounding his death and the disappearance of his friend Nahida Bristy. Limon died from multiple sharp-force injuries and his body was found on the Howard Frankland Bridge; his roommate, Hisham Abugharbieh, is charged with two counts of first-degree murder as Bristy remains missing. The prosecution argues Abugharbieh poses a danger to the community and should remain jailed pending trial, noting shifting accounts during interrogations and inconsistencies about their movements. Investigators have recovered human remains from waterways south of the bridge, but Bristy’s fate remains unresolved.

via CNN|

#crime-and-justice #hillsborough-county #hisham-abugharbieh

crime1 month ago•78 min saved

USF Student Missing Case Takes Turn as Roommate Is Charged With Murder

Remains found in connection with the disappearance of a University of South Florida student led to murder charges against her roommate. Authorities note the suspect has prior arrests, and the investigation continues as the search for the missing student Bristy goes on, with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office seeking information.

via AP News|

#crime #hillsborough-county #investigation

politics1 month ago•12 min saved

Rays Stadium Funding Hinges on Hillsborough Public Dollars and Approvals

County Administrator Bonnie Wise told commissioners that money from the Community Investment Tax and other reserves will likely be needed to cover the Rays’ proposed public share for a new ballpark, as officials review a non-binding memorandum of understanding and assess funding, infrastructure, and land-use questions before any public funds are spent and deals are finalized.

via Tampa Bay Times|

#community-investment-tax #hillsborough-county #politics

sports3 months ago•5 min saved

Rays unveil 31,000-seat stadium concept at Hillsborough College campus

The Rays released initial renderings for a 31,000-seat, roofed stadium at the Hillsborough College site as part of a privately financed live/work/learn/play complex aiming for a 2029 opening; the team plans $19.98 deposits for early seating access, with county funding discussions and broad community input as designs evolve.

via Tampa Bay Times|

#development #hillsborough-county #rays

sports4 months ago•5 min saved

Rays push Tampa-area stadium plan after Hillsborough College MOU

The Rays advanced a stadium/mixed-use plan by signing a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Hillsborough College to explore a Dale Mabry campus site, aiming for a 2029 opening while Tropicana Field remains leased through 2028; funding remains uncertain as officials weigh public support, and ownership changes have renewed talk that Orlando could become a fallback if progress in Tampa stalls.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#hillsborough-county #orlando #rays

health10 months ago•1 min saved

Florida Records Four Deaths from Flesh-Eating Bacteria in 2025

A death has been reported in Hillsborough County due to Vibrio vulnificus, a bacteria found in warm seawater, with 11 cases and 4 deaths in Florida this year. Health officials advise avoiding raw shellfish, thoroughly cooking seafood, and protecting open wounds from seawater to prevent infection.

via ABC Action News|

#flesh-eating-bacteria #health #hillsborough-county

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Chad Chronister Withdraws from DEA Nomination Amid Criticisms

Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister has withdrawn from consideration to lead the Drug Enforcement Administration, a position he was recently nominated for by President-elect Donald Trump. Chronister cited his commitment to local initiatives in Hillsborough County as his reason for stepping back. His nomination had been praised by local law enforcement but faced scrutiny from some national conservative figures. Chronister, a moderate Republican, has been involved in local law enforcement since 2017 and has taken stances on issues like gun control and immigration that sometimes diverge from mainstream conservative views.

via Tampa Bay Times|

#chad-chronister #dea #donald-trump

politics1 year ago•0 min saved

Trump's DEA Nominee, Florida Sheriff, Withdraws from Consideration

Chad Chronister, the sheriff of Hillsborough County, Florida, has withdrawn from consideration as President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) administrator. Chronister cited his commitment to ongoing initiatives in his county as the reason for his decision. The Trump transition team has not commented on the withdrawal.

via CNN|

#chad-chronister #dea #hillsborough-county

obituary2 years ago•1 min saved

"Bobbie Jean Carter's Cause of Death Revealed: Fentanyl and Meth"

The Hillsborough County Medical Examiner revealed that Bobbie Jean Carter, sister of singers Nick and Aaron Carter, died from an accidental overdose of fentanyl and methamphetamine. The 41-year-old, who appeared on the reality show "House of Carters," was found unresponsive in her Tampa home and pronounced dead at the hospital. The report indicated that she was taking prescription medications for schizophrenia, blood pressure, and heartburn, as well as an antibiotic.

via WFLA|

#accidental-drug-overdose #bobbie-jean-carter #cause-of-death

crimelocal-news2 years ago•1 min saved

"Gasparilla 2024: Arrests, Ejections, and Pirate Invasions"

During the 2024 Gasparilla festivities in Hillsborough County, Florida, one person was arrested for boating under the influence, and two others were ejected for unknown reasons. The sheriff's office reported that no deputies were injured during the parade, and Sheriff Chad Chronister expressed gratitude for the smooth execution of the event by the Sheriff's Office.

via WFLA|

#arrest #crimelocal-news #festivities

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

Middle School Teacher Arrested for Child Sex Offenses in Hillsborough County, Florida

A middle school teacher at Greco Middle School in Hillsborough County, Florida, has been arrested on charges of committing sexual offenses against a juvenile and possession of child pornography. James Goff, 56, was taken into custody and faces charges including promotion of a sexual performance by a child and lewd or lascivious battery. The alleged acts occurred between May and November, and a search warrant led to the discovery of multiple child pornography videos and images in Goff's possession. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities do not believe any students were victimized or that the crimes were committed on school property. The sheriff's office is urging anyone with information or who may have been affected to come forward.

via Tampa Bay Times|

#child-pornography #child-sex-charges #crime

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

DeSantis Allocates Funds for Transportation, Insurance, and Combating Antisemitism in Florida Budget

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has proposed using the more than $570 million collected from the Hillsborough transportation sales tax, which was overturned by the Florida Supreme Court, for transportation projects in Hillsborough County instead of issuing a tax refund. The governor's proposed budget includes a directive for the funds to be sent to the Florida Department of Transportation, who will have until September to determine which projects to allocate the money to. Tampa Mayor Jane Castor expressed support for the proposal, stating that the city has significant transportation needs. The details of the plan are still being worked out, including whether mass transit will be included in the project prioritization.

via Tampa Bay Times|

#florida-department-of-transportation #hillsborough-county #politics