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Oakland Park · Oakland ParkWith 70 items from dead firefighters strapped to his backpack, firefighter Thomas “Bull” Hill trekked from Key West to Tallahassee on foot in 2018. When he passed through Oakland Park, fire rescue captain Dan Debrecht shook his hand and thanked him for what he was doing to raise awareness for firefighters with cancer. But there was something that Debrecht didn’t know — in just a few months, he would be diagnosed with brain cancer. “When I told h…See the Story
Hazards go beyond flames when a house burns: The toxic waste that kills firefighters and contaminates our homes
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
Black History Month · Oakland Park– The event promises an unforgettable experience with vibrant live music, featuring the Derek Mack Band, and an array of tempting food trucks – OAKLAND PARK, Fla., Feb. 5, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Join us at Soul Fest as we honor Black History Month by celebrating the rich contributions and achievements of the African American community. This free, family-friendly event will take place on Friday, February 7, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at J…See the Story
Celebrate Black History Month at Soul Fest in Oakland Park!
Oakland Park · Oakland Park5;49 p.m. Broward County Regional Communications received several 911 calls regarding a man displaying unusual behavior in the vicinity of East Oakland Park Boulevards 500 block in Oakland Park area. Callers reported that he was brandishing a knife at people in vehicles and on foot while also hurling rocks at passing cars. Deputies from Broward Sheriff’s Office along, with BSO SWAT operators and Oakland Park Fire Rescue promptly responded to the…See the Story
Fdle Investigates Deputy-Involved Shooting In Oakland Park
100% Center coverage: 2 sources
Sports · Oakland ParkThirty-nine-year-old Jacara Mansfield is fighting for his life after an officer-involved shooting in Oakland Park. Now, his sister is speaking to 7News about what could have led up to the incident. Nikki Greene said she stopped everything and rushed to the hospital after knowing her brother was hospitalized. “Now he’s unable to speak, he’s unable to move, he’s in a coma, he’s on a ventilator,” she said. “I just wanted the community to know that …See the Story
Victim’s sister speaks out after officer-involved shooting in Oakland Park leaves man hospitalized - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports
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Sports · Oakland ParkA swarm of Broward County sheriff’s deputies surrounded Northeast Sixth Avenue and East Oakland Park Boulevard Sunday night following reports of a “suspicious person.”Leer en español“This guy was wielding a knife. The blade was about 6 inches,” Andrew Wilkinson, who called 911, said.Wilkinson told Local 10 News that he called law enforcement after an encounter with the man.“He was stabbing at the car going by and he was screaming,” Wilkinson sai…See the Story
‘Suspicious person’ hospitalized after deputy shooting in Oakland Park
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Sports · Oakland ParkLoved ones are asking for answers after an 80-year-old woman was the victim of a fatal hit-and-run in Oakland Park. According to Broward Sheriff’s Office, Barbara Price was hit on Wednesday night as she crossed the road on Powerline Road. Deputies said she was on the crosswalk when a light blue 2005-2009 Range Rover Sport SUV hit her and then took off, leaving Price on the street. Friday, her neighbor, Carlos Cruz, described Price as a wonderful…See the Story
Loved ones search for answers after 80-year-old woman killed in hit-and-run in Oakland Park - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports
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Police · Oakland ParkAn 80-year-old woman who was left for dead on the side of the road after being hit by a car has been identified.The Broward Sheriff’s Office is now offering a $10,000 reward for any information that leads to an arrest.Floyd Carter is still grappling with the sudden loss of his 80-year-old neighbor and beloved landlord Barbara Price.“I’m hurt. My heart’s broken, man. I’m broken,” he said. “Barbara was the best person ever. I lost my mom in 2010 a…See the Story
Beloved 80-year-old landlord identified as Oakland Park hit-and-run victim
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Oakland Park · Oakland ParkA Bexar County jury will decide whether the 2022 shooting of 31-year-old Roger Allen was murder or an act of self-defense. Allen’s nephew, Jcoery Smith, is on trial for Allen’s death. Prosecutors argue Smith acted on a threat, while the defense maintains he was protecting himself.On June 20, 2022, minutes after firing several shots at a home on Moon Rock near Wagner High School, Smith called 911 to report the shooting. “I just shot my uncle,” he…See the Story
Murder or self-defense? Trial begins in deadly 2022 family dispute
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