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VIDEO: Woman charged with animal cruelty after Clearwater Police rescue dog from hot car
Read full article: VIDEO: Woman charged with animal cruelty after Clearwater Police rescue dog from hot carA Clearwater woman was charged with animal cruelty this week after leaving her dog in a hot car for 40 minutes while she was at the beach, police said.
Consumer Reports shares the key to avoid car theft
Read full article: Consumer Reports shares the key to avoid car theftCar thefts are soaring, and it’s happening all over -- in larger cities and smaller towns. As thieves get smarter, so should you. Consumer Reports reveals some helpful tips to make sure your car isn’t the next target.
Connecticut kitten mystery solved, police say: Cat found in stolen, crashed car belongs to a suspect
Read full article: Connecticut kitten mystery solved, police say: Cat found in stolen, crashed car belongs to a suspectPolice who found a kitten in a stolen car say they have ascertained that the animal belongs to a juvenile suspect who was arrested after the car crashed.
1 dead, 1 in critical condition after crash on Westside
Read full article: 1 dead, 1 in critical condition after crash on WestsideA 31-year-old man is dead, and a 20-year-old woman is in critical condition after a crash on State Road 23 and Normandy on Monday night, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
Do you know the weak spots in your ride? How to keep your car from being hacked
Read full article: Do you know the weak spots in your ride? How to keep your car from being hackedYou likely know how "hackable" your phone and computer can be, but your car is in danger, too. Here's how to spot the weak spots in your ride.
JSO: Man shot during attempted robbery at Arlington apartment complex
Read full article: JSO: Man shot during attempted robbery at Arlington apartment complexA man was shot Tuesday morning during an attempted robbery at the Cimarron Apartments on Arlington River Drive, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.
Gas prices are still relatively high: Here’s how to save on that road trip
Read full article: Gas prices are still relatively high: Here’s how to save on that road tripWhether you’re trying to plan a safe and affordable road trip before the school year starts or just looking for ways to cool your car without wasting fuel -- we found out everything you need to know from the auto experts at Consumer Reports.
Jacksonville man arrested for flicking lit cigarette near gas pumps: report
Read full article: Jacksonville man arrested for flicking lit cigarette near gas pumps: reportThe report said a Jacksonville Sheriff’s Officer was patrolling the area when he saw a man dancing to loud music on top of a car whose owner was gassing up.
Traveling for the holidays? Don’t overlook disinfecting your car. Here’s what to do.
Read full article: Traveling for the holidays? Don’t overlook disinfecting your car. Here’s what to do.We got expert advice from Consumer Reports on what to clean and how to clean it -- before you pack up and hit the road for the holidays.
Florida deputies rescue 73-year-old from sinking car
Read full article: Florida deputies rescue 73-year-old from sinking carDeputies on Saturday rescued a 73-year-old woman from a car that crashed into a retention pond in Florida, authorities said. Volusia County deputies responded Saturday evening to reports of a car that went into a retention pond in the DeLand area. The deputies worked together to get the 73-year-old driver out of the sinking vehicle. Let’s go!”Infrared aerial video also captured the moment the deputies finally dragged the driver out of the car. The time from when the first deputy arrived until everyone was out of the pond spanned two minutes and 30 seconds.
Sell your car now. Yes, now.
Read full article: Sell your car now. Yes, now.As the pandemic continues, demand for used cars is skyrocketing as people avoid mass transit and car-sharing apps. But how do you go about taking advantage of the market and selling your car? For the quickest and easiest sale, your best bet is to sell your car to a dealership or large dealer chain like CarMax. Next, take your car to two or three different places that buy used cars and get written offer. You can also sell your car privately by listing it on a site like Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist.
1 killed, 1 injured in single-car crash on the Southside
Read full article: 1 killed, 1 injured in single-car crash on the SouthsideJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Just after midnight Sunday, Jacksonville police responded to a single-car crash near the intersection of Kennedy Court and Vinton Road in the Englewood neighborhood. When officers arrived they found two people inside the vehicle. One occupant died at the scene, while the other was transported to a nearby hospital and is expected to survive. Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Traffic Homicide Unit is currently investigating the incident. If you have any information on the fatal crash contact JSO by phone at 904-630-0500, email at jsocrimetips@jaxsheriff.org or CrimeStoppers at 866-845-TIPS.
SUV crashes into Ponte Vedra Beach liquor store
Read full article: SUV crashes into Ponte Vedra Beach liquor storeSUV crashes into Ponte Vedra Beach liquor storePublished: October 22, 2020, 11:15 pmA liquor store in Ponte Vedra was left to pick up the pieces after an SUV crashed into the business on Thursday.
SUV crashes into Ponte Vedra Beach liquor store
Read full article: SUV crashes into Ponte Vedra Beach liquor storePONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. – A liquor store in Ponte Vedra Beach was left to pick up the pieces after an SUV crashed into the business on Thursday. Rolando Padrigan, an employee at AAW Wines & Liquor employee, told News4Jax a man driving a white BMW SUV rammed into the front door on Thursday afternoon. I screamed some profanities because I thought lightning hit the store -- that’s how loud it was,” Padrigan said. “I turn away for a second and I look again and he’s running into the store, so I’m, like, ‘Oh, God. Despite the damage, the liquor store stayed open until closing time and will be back open again on Friday.
Preparing your car for the hurricane season
Read full article: Preparing your car for the hurricane seasonPreparing your car for the hurricane seasonPublished: August 24, 2020, 2:06 pmMeteorologist Richard Nunn joins us from Farmers and Builders of Folkston to tell us how to prepare our car before the storm comes.
Photo timeline: Lonzie Barton disappearance, investigation, prosecution
Read full article: Photo timeline: Lonzie Barton disappearance, investigation, prosecutionThe Jacksonville Sheriff's Office believes 21-month-old Lonzie Barton was in a car that was stolen from the Ravenwood Apartments on Old Kings Road sometime before 2:20 a.m. July 24, when the car's owner called police.