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Sarah Boone Trial: Courtroom Reporter recaps the morning of Day 2
SUMMARY: Fox 35’s Stephanie Buffamante provided updates from the Orange County Courthouse during the ongoing trial of Sarah Boon, who allegedly killed George Torres. Today, the jury reacted strongly to a cell phone video played in court, detailing a heated exchange between Boon and Torres. The prosecution considers this video crucial evidence of Boon’s intent. Testimony from a forensic pathologist indicated Torres suffered multiple blunt force injuries but likely died from suffocation in a zipped suitcase. Additionally, a DNA analyst found no foreign DNA, and discussions arose about text messages and Boon’s statements during her interrogation. Boon appeared engaged in the proceedings, smiling at her attorneys and taking notes.
FOX 35’s Stephanie Buffamonte joins Garrett Wymer to recap the second morning of the Suitcase Murder Trial of Sarah Boone during the lunch break, and to preview the afternoon session.
Sarah Boone is accused of killing her boyfriend, Jorge Torres, in Feb. 2020 by zipping him up in a suitcase during a drunken game of hide-and-seek. Torres was found dead in the suitcase the next day. Sarah Boone claims Torres’ death was in self-defense.
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Florida Democrats launch lawsuit against Gov. DeSantis over ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ access
SUMMARY: Several Democratic Florida state lawmakers filed a lawsuit against Governor Ron DeSantis and FDEM Director Kevin Guthrie after being denied entry to the “Alligator Alcatraz” immigration detention facility. The legislators argue the site qualifies as a state detention facility, granting them legal visitation rights. FDEM countered, stating their authority applies only to legislative committees, not individual lawmakers, and the facility isn’t a state correctional institution under Florida law. The suit seeks a court order forcing immediate access. The governor’s office called the lawsuit frivolous, noting an invitation had been extended for a weekend tour.
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A man used fraudulent money to buy a membership at luxury club in Ponte Vedra. He just pleaded guilty in COVID-19 scheme
SUMMARY: James Elliott Davis, 36, of Ponte Vedra Beach, pleaded guilty to bank fraud, wire fraud, money laundering, and theft of mail related to a COVID-19 PPE fraud scheme. From 2018 to 2022, he operated Medisale Inc., falsely claiming the company made significant profits selling PPE and held hospital contracts. Davis presented fake bank statements to investors and manipulated accounts to appear wealthy. He used investor funds to cover debts, fabricate profits, and pay personal expenses, including a luxury club membership and $27,000 on custom clothing. He faces up to 65 years in prison and must pay restitution.
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‘It’s not easy:’ Here’s what could be coming for Florida’s economy
SUMMARY: Despite rising economic anxiety, UCF economist Sean Snaith forecasts no recession, predicting continued but slower growth amid trade policy uncertainties. Florida’s economy faces potential threats from geopolitics, domestic policies, and hurricanes, yet core sectors like tourism remain strong. By 2028, Florida’s nominal GDP is expected to surpass \$2 trillion, nearly 20% higher than last year. Economic growth rate will slow as the state nears full employment, resulting in modest labor and job growth. Key job sectors with steady growth include education and health services (1.9%), leisure and hospitality (1.5%), construction (1.4%), financial services (1.2%), and government (0.8%). Real personal income growth will average 2.9%, slightly above national rates. Per capita incomes are forecasted to rise across Florida’s metro areas by 6.1% to 10.1% through 2028.
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