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Increased pressure, Friday, for the head of the Republican Party of Florida, Chair Christian Ziegler, to step down amid allegations of sexual assault. The calls for resignation now include Florida Democrats and Florida’s Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.  “I don't see how he can continue with that investigation ongoing, given the gravity of those situations, and so I think that I think he should step aside, I think he should tend to that," DeSantis said late Thursday evening, following a debate with Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA). "He's innocent until proven guilty, but we just can't have a party chair that is under that type of scrutiny.”

Governor DeSantis calls for Christian Ziegler to step down as Florida GOP Chair

A St. Petersburg plastic surgeon who continued to practice medicine for years after being arrested for possession of methamphetamine learned on Thursday that he would not have to serve any jail time despite pleading guilty to two felony charges in Pinellas County Circuit Court.  The ABC Action News I-Team has previously reported on the case  Dr. William Wright Adams entered a guilty plea to felony charges of burglary and possession of methamphetamine. He could have been sentenced to up to 20 years in prison, and the guidelines called for a 22.8 month minimum sentence.

Florida plastic surgeon pleads guilty to possession of crystal meth and burglary

A statewide grand jury said Monday the nation’s border crisis poses “physical and financial dangers” to Floridians. Its new report also offers state lawmakers recommendations ahead of their January return to the capitol.  The panel’s latest findings are its fifth presentment since its inception last year. It again hits the Biden Administration over border policy as critics consider the release a partisan effort to undermine the president.  The 146-page report suggested nearly three million — more than 8,000 a day — attempted to cross into the U.S. in 2022 alone illegally. A third, the grand jury found, were stopped by authorities— while the remaining either “got away” or await immigration court hearings. Florida, the panel estimated, now has nearly a million residing in the state illegally.

New Florida grand jury report calls for more immigration reforms

Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School will soon be performing on a nationwide stage.  “A surreal feeling, it’s incredible. It’s something that’s once in a lifetime,” said Adam Rivero.  Rivero is a sophomore, one of 161 students who call themselves a member of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Eagle Regiment.  It includes brass instruments, percussion, and color guard. They are a community of students who love one thing: music.  “I’m glad that we are going to be able to showcase Stoneman Douglas in a positive light and show the world that there is talent out of Stoneman Douglas,” shared the student.  Since September, the band has been working around the clock to prepare for an opportunity unlike any other. It’s a chance to show the world their talent at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Marjory Stoneman Douglas Eagle Regiment takes flight to the Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade

Lakeland Police said a bicyclist was killed after being hit by a Schools of McKeel Academy bus early Tuesday morning.  According to Lakeland PD, officers think the bicyclist, identified by his family as Jaxon Crabtree, was attempting to cross the 3900 block of Pipkin Road when he was hit by the bus.  Investigators said Crabtree was trying to make a left turn to go northbound on Medula Road from the eastbound turn lane when he crossed into the path of the school bus and was hit. Eight passengers ranging in age from 8-11 and the driver were on the bus during the crash.

Teen dies after getting hit by school bus in Lakeland

Christmas tree suppliers in the Tampa Bay Area are struggling with their tree supply this holiday.  In previous years, there have been issues with inflation and worker shortages, but this year, the cause is the weather.  It’s the sound of cutting a real Christmas tree that for many, brings holiday cheer.

Christmas tree farms say drought is causing tree shortage

An organization called Coastal Crusaders is asking people to really focus on the planet this weekend. They said while many people will be shopping, people need to also focus on giving back to the planet.  "There's only one world, and we have to take care of it," said 15-year-old Zoey Yuhasz, who volunteers with Coastal Crusaders.  Yuhasz's passion is protecting the environment.

Pinellas County organizations focus on cleaning up beaches after Thanksgiving celebrations

Grandmother continues fight to care for granddaughter in foster care

The I-Team previously exposed how Dr. William Wright Adams, a St. Petersburg plastic surgeon, was arrested twice for possession of methamphetamine.  In a follow-through to that investigation, I-Team investigator Adam Walser is hearing from a former patient of Dr. Adams who said she had complications from surgeries.  “It’s been physically, emotionally and financially daunting,” said Tiffany Soriano.

Patient of Florida plastic surgeon arrested for meth reports complications

This week the Florida Governor and the California Governor took the stage for a debate. Our capitol correspondent Forrest Saunders looks back at who won and what is next. Plus, our political analyst Dr. Susan MacManus joins us to discuss the debate and the latest on the scandal developing with The Florida COP Chair Christian Zeigler.

DeSantis vs. Newsom debate and Florida politics

How to save on Black Friday

Students at the University of South Florida will cross the stage and receive their diplomas during fall commencement on Friday and Saturday, but for one family, they have two reasons to celebrate.  Life can take us in many different directions. That's true, too, for Sarah Starr.  "When I finished school in England, I didn't really have the confidence to go to university, but after a few years of life, took over," said Sarah.

Mother and daughter set to graduate from University of South Florida together

Substance use disorder can impact anyone. In fact, about 46 million Americans are living with addiction. And though the rates of substance use in the African American and Hispanic communities are similar to the general population, these communities have experienced a sharp increase in overdoses.  “The thing I like about this picture and what it illustrates about him is his introspection, his quick wit,” said Bonni Snider as she looked over photos of her youngest son.

Note: This is a version of the story in Spanish.

Black and Hispanic overdose rates on the rise

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In our continuing coverage of the Price of Paradise, we’ve gone in-depth on Florida’s property insurance crisis as it unfolded over the past couple of years and resulted in two legislative special sessions last year.   

As we wait to see the impact of the new laws, we're finding that there are still people trying to take advantage of homeowners. This time it’s not roofing scams but misleading websites.

Misleading website impersonates Florida's Citizens Property Insurance