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Sarah Boone trial: Jury selected in Winter Park suitcase murder trial
SUMMARY: In the Sarah Boon suitcase murder trial, a jury has been selected after four days of proceedings. The case revolves around Boon, accused of zipping her boyfriend, George Torres, in a suitcase and leaving him to die during a drunken game. The prosecution argues she cannot claim self-defense as no immediate threat was present after she had already confined him. The defense intends to use the battered spouse syndrome, citing prior abuse Torres inflicted on Boon. Opening statements are set to begin tomorrow. In a lighter note, Boon’s request for courtroom snacks was denied.
A jury has been selected and sworn-in in the trial against Sarah Boone, the Florida woman accused of killing her boyfriend, Jorge Torres, in Feb. 2020 by locking him inside a suitcase during an apparent drunken game of hide-and-seek inside their Winter Park apartment.
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FBI releases new video of a suspect planting a pipe bomb near DNC offices on eve of the Capitol riot
SUMMARY: The FBI is intensifying its investigation into the pipe bombs planted near the Democratic and Republican committees on January 5, 2021, seeking public tips. The suspect, about 5 feet 7 inches tall and dressed in a gray hooded sweatshirt and distinctive Nike shoes, was captured on surveillance placing the bombs. Despite assessing over 600 tips and thousands of video files, the FBI has not identified the suspect’s gender or linked the bombs definitively to the January 6 Capitol riot. The investigation remains a priority, with authorities maintaining a reward of up to $500,000 for information leading to an arrest.
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Experts give steps to help you stick to your New Year's resolutions for 2025
SUMMARY: As the new year begins, many are setting resolutions for 2025, seeking fulfillment in goals like fitness or financial savings. ABC Action News reporter Mike O’Connell spoke with experts from the Tampa Bay Area on how to achieve these aspirations. Key advice includes setting SMART goals—Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Mental health counselor Stephanie Moyer emphasizes the importance of realism and relevance in goal-setting. Additionally, slower progress and accountability through partnerships can boost success. Local residents shared their commitment to better spending habits and improved sleep schedules as strategies for sticking to their resolutions.
How do you make sure those goals become a reality? Experts shared some tips to help you stick to your New Year’s resolutions.
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Report: 18 of 20 surveyed adult day care centers weren’t compliant | Florida
SUMMARY: A federal report found that 18 of 20 surveyed adult day care centers in Florida, participating in the Home and Community-Based Services Waiver program, violated federal and state guidelines. The U.S. Health and Human Services’ Office of Inspector General reported that 13 centers failed health and safety requirements, while 17 didn’t meet administrative standards. Issues included toxic chemicals, insufficient maintenance, water damage, exposed wiring, and unclean conditions. The report revealed 120 noncompliance instances and urged the state to improve oversight. Florida officials disagreed with the findings but outlined steps for improvement, noting many centers were affected by Hurricane Ian.
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