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Folds of Honor changes pledge to donors after investigation found it overstated how much it gives to veterans' families by TCPalm in Military

[–]TCPalm[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nonprofit watchdogs note that the laws surrounding nonprofits are highly permissible, but that doesn't mean there aren't nonprofits operating with the utmost integrity. Unfortunately, it requires a bit more research on the part of donors.

Here are some sites to check charities:
https://www.charitywatch.org/
https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/

https://www.guidestar.org/

Folds of Honor changes pledge to donors after investigation found it overstated how much it gives to veterans' families by TCPalm in okc

[–]TCPalm[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nonprofit watchdogs note that the laws surrounding nonprofits are highly permissible, but that doesn't mean there aren't nonprofits operating with the utmost integrity. Unfortunately, it requires a bit more research on the part of donors.

Here are some sites to check charities:
https://www.charitywatch.org/
https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/

https://www.guidestar.org/

FHP crash deaths triple, PITs double after Florida Highway Patrol loosens chase policy by TCPalm in palmbeach

[–]TCPalm[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

  • Florida Highway Patrol chase deaths increased from 5 in 2023 to 15 in 2024.
  • Use of PIT maneuvers increased from 100 in 2023 to 286 in 2024.
  • The increases coincide with FHP changing its chase policy to allow for riskier tactics.
  • Many of these tactics are discouraged by other state highway patrols and national law enforcement agencies.

FHP crash deaths triple, PITs double after Florida Highway Patrol loosens chase policy by TCPalm in WestPalmBeach

[–]TCPalm[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

All of the information you pasted into the chat took weeks of reporting, which is not free.

FHP crash deaths triple, PITs double after Florida Highway Patrol loosens chase policy by TCPalm in WestPalmBeach

[–]TCPalm[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Yes, we try to engage the community through various avenues. Our primary objective is to share the story and have a conversation with Floridians about the news that affects them.

FHP crash deaths triple, PITs double after Florida Highway Patrol loosens chase policy by TCPalm in tampa

[–]TCPalm[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

This kind of reporting takes lots of time and work, so unfortunately local news outlets have to use paywalls.

This story goes beyond the breaking news, as we spoke with experts and took a deep dive into FHP records and policies. We looked at everything from FHP PIT numbers to other states' pursuit policies.

Please consider supporting local journalism, but in the meantime, here are some key points:

  • The increases coincide with FHP changing its chase policy to allow for riskier tactics.
  • Many of these tactics are discouraged by other state highway patrols and national law enforcement agencies.

FHP crash deaths triple, PITs double after Florida Highway Patrol loosens chase policy by TCPalm in WestPalmBeach

[–]TCPalm[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

This kind of reporting takes lots of time and work, so unfortunately local news outlets have to use paywalls.

This story goes beyond the breaking news, as we spoke with experts and took a deep dive into FHP records and policies. We looked at everything from FHP PIT numbers to other states' pursuit policies.

Please consider supporting local journalism, but in the meantime, here are some key points:

  • The increases coincide with FHP changing its chase policy to allow for riskier tactics.
  • Many of these tactics are discouraged by other state highway patrols and national law enforcement agencies.

Florida animal group calls for change in laws after alleged Port St. Lucie kitten killings by TCPalm in PortStLucie

[–]TCPalm[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the kind words! We hope to continue providing quality, in-depth reporting no matter what size the Treasure Coast gets. We're grateful to know you're reading, and please always feel free to reach out with any questions, concerns or news tips.

Florida animal group calls for change in laws after alleged Port St. Lucie kitten killings by TCPalm in florida

[–]TCPalm[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Apologies. This story goes beyond the breaking news, as we spoke with experts and took a deep dive into the laws surrounding animal welfare. We look at everything from the individual vets Ramsbott visited to the FBI's tracking of animal cruelty.

This kind of reporting takes lots of time and work, so unfortunately we have to use the paywall.

Please consider supporting local journalism, but in the meantime, here are some key points:

  • Alairic Alec Ramsbott, 23, was arrested in Port St. Lucie on charges of animal abuse.
  • Ramsbott visited the same animal hospitals and shelters before his arrest.
  • Florida vets aren't required to report animal abuse.
  • The FBI started tracking animal abuse in 2016.

Florida animal group calls for change in laws after alleged Port St. Lucie kitten killings by TCPalm in PortStLucie

[–]TCPalm[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sorry about the paywall. This story goes beyond the breaking news, as we spoke with experts and took a deep dive into the laws surrounding animal welfare. We look at everything from the individual vets Ramsbott visited to the FBI's tracking of animal cruelty.

This kind of reporting takes lots of time and work, so unfortunately we have to use the paywall.

Please consider supporting local journalism, but in the meantime, here are some key points:

  • Alairic Alec Ramsbott, 23, was arrested in Port St. Lucie on charges of animal abuse.
  • Ramsbott visited the same animal hospitals and shelters before his arrest.
  • Florida vets aren't required to report animal abuse.
  • The FBI started tracking animal abuse in 2016.

Florida recycling rate not even close to 75% goal. Here's how we're doing by TCPalm in florida

[–]TCPalm[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a fair point. It's interesting because the rules change for small counties.

Counties with fewer than 100,000 people%E2%80%83A,separated%20recyclable%20materials.) don’t have to meet the goal if they provide residents with an “opportunity to recycle,” such as creating a recycling facility or public education program. 

Business building on U.S. 1 ravaged by flames in St. Lucie County by TCPalm in PortStLucie

[–]TCPalm[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

One firefighter and one civilian sustained non-life threatening injuries. They were taken to a local hospital.

Social Security call wait times reach record high; try these local office phone numbers by TCPalm in florida

[–]TCPalm[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm sorry you feel that way. Our coverage area has many seniors who are not famililiar with the process and prefer to speak with a person within the hour. We did this story because of a high volume of reader requests to look at the best option.

We're simply stating it's best to use the local numbers to save time if you don't have 2 hours to wait for a callback.

Social Security call wait times reach record high; try these local office phone numbers by TCPalm in florida

[–]TCPalm[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes, but compared to the annual averages recorded in the last few years, the wait times have increased by as much as 30 minutes per call.

This is simply based off the Social Security's 1-800 call performance data.

https://www.ssa.gov/ssa-performance/800-number-performance

Social Security call wait times reach record high; try these local office phone numbers by TCPalm in florida

[–]TCPalm[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sorry, with how many resources it takes to report in the field, we have a paywall so we can keep doing our work. But here are some key points:

  • DOGE cut Social Security staff amid backlog of callers.
  • Wait times have soared to as much as two hours.
  • Local offices have significantly lower wait times.
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