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On this episode of the Alachua County Extension Cord Podcast, we discuss the upcoming Alachua County youth fair and livestock show.Guests: Dr. Cindy Sanders, Alachua County Extension Director.Mary Lee Sale, UF/IFAS Extension, 4-H Agent.Host: Dr. Kevin Korus, UF/IFAS ExtensionAgriculture and Natural Resources agent. For more information visit.https://www.acyfls.com/Music by the Walkers:https://www.facebook.com/thewalkersbandgvillehttps://the-walkers.bandcamp.com/track/rattling-bones 

Hour 1 of the Friday Bob Rose Show for 2-13-26, on Alachua County granting the Wildflowers music festival a special use permit for an outdoor event in Melrose. But residents are outraged, that the small town can't handle a massive influx of campers and attendees. Plus, the latest on the Nancy Guthrie search, DOGE audit in Jax, and all the morning's biggest stories

In this episode of the Crack House Chronicles True Crime Podcast Donnie and Dale discuss the disappearance of Tiffany Sessions. In 1989, 20-year-old Tiffany Sessions out for a late afternoon power walk in Florida and didn't come home. After conducting the largest search in Alachua County history, investigators concluded that she was likely the victim of a serial killer. Our Links: https://www.crackhousechronicles.com/ https://linktr.ee/crackhousechronicles https://www.tiktok.com/@crackhousechronicles https://www.facebook.com/crackhousechronicles Check out our MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/user/crackhousechronicles SOURCES:

“What's Buggin' You” segment for Tuesday 1-20-26

Responding to the Alachua County Commission and public comments, Sheriff Chad Scott issued a statement to review the pros and cons of releasing arrest mug shots. Public Information Officer Lisa Sacaccio on shaming concerns, due process, the public's right to know, and transparent release of law enforcement activities.

“What's Buggin' You” segment for Wednesday 1-7-26

Hour 2 of the Bob Rose Show, on discussions in Alachua County over posting mug shots of those charged with crimes. Deterrent, innocent until proven guilty, public shaming, or incentive to behave? Plus, Wednesday morning's biggest stories for 1-7-26

Avoiding Holiday scams, keeping safe during the Season, and shop-with-a-cop, with Alachua County Sheriff's Office PIO Lisa Saccacio

Byron Donalds, Paul Renner and other GOP candidates are raising money, along with only one legitimate Democrat contender. Nannette Holt with Epoch Times on the Florida affordability issues in focus in the race. Pres. Trump, Ted Cruz, Elon Musk and others are lining up behind Donalds. Ashley Moody working to hold her US Senate seat. And, Alachua County Sheriff's deputies' frustrations over new chase regulations within the department.

The latest salute to community work of Alachua County Sheriff's Office deputies, including improving the lives of local foster children and adopted kids through Partnership For Strong Families. Plus SWAT honors, SWAG making a difference in SW Gainesville, holidays safety tips, preventing on-line scams, and a new app, with ACSO Public Information Officer Lisa Sacaccio

rWotD Episode 3104: Florida's 10th House of Representatives district Welcome to random Wiki of the Day, your journey through Wikipedia's vast and varied content, one random article at a time.The random article for Sunday, 2 November 2025, is Florida's 10th House of Representatives district.Florida's 10th House district elects one member of the Florida House of Representatives. The district is represented by Chuck Brannan. This district is located in North Central Florida, and encompasses part of the inland First Coast, as well as small parts of the Gainesville metropolitan area and the Jacksonville metropolitan area. The district covers all of Baker County, Columbia County, Hamilton County, Suwannee County, and part of northern Alachua County. The largest city in the district is Lake City. As of the 2010 census, the district's population is 156,423.This district contains Florida Gateway College, located in Lake City. The district also contains a small military presence at Lake City Gateway Airport.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:02 UTC on Sunday, 2 November 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Florida's 10th House of Representatives district on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Ruth.

The Sheriff's Office is deepening use of technology to assist apprehension of criminals. Public Information Officer Capt. Chris Sims. Plus the new Focus Unit, ways to reduce gun crimes, and work on local homelessness.

Perspective on America's spending and debt crisis. Tim Marden with Greg Cassidy on the Thursday Bob Rose Show for 10-2-2025

After a whole lot of off season fat mouthing and losing to the might Bulls of West Florida the week finally came and it was time to fire up the grill! BBQ gator for the whole fam! We take a look back at a dominant performance by our beloved Canes as they crushed the geckos of Alachua County! It's 26! 

This year's event is in one week, Thursday Sept. 21 in Alachua, featuring headliner US House Rep. Byron Donalds. Special guests include Rep. Kat Cammack, Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia and others. And newly added is Lt. Gov. Jay Collins. Alachua County GOP head Tim Marden on the event and ticket info

Michele Lieberman, County Manager of Alachua County, reflects on over a decade of service in the county and her transition from attorney to manager. Michele shares how the county's strategic planning process gives staff a clearer sense of purpose, aligning programs with community needs and board goals. For her, the most rewarding part of the job is seeing even small decisions improve lives, especially when tied to critical infrastructure and community-wide impact.

The death of Betty Ann New in 1974 remains a top priority, and the Sheriff's Office continues pursuing her killer. Car seats improperly installed are a leading cause of child injury, the 94% misuse rate reminds parents to attend Sheriff's Office car seat safety clinics. Lisa Sacaccio, Public Information Officer discusses cold cases, car seat assistance, open carry, and protecting the public at large events

Putting pressure on insurance companies to make good on hurricane payouts, with the State's Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia. Property insurance increases have slowed drastically, and auto insurance rates have declined in Florida. Ingoglia also is getting ready to release results of local government audits, including Alachua County. And Igoglia announced that he will run to become the permanent CFO.

The annual Ronald Reagan Black Tie and Blue Jeans BBQ is September 25th in Alachua. Featured will be US House Rep. and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds, and now State CFO Blaise Ingoglia. Tickets at AlachuaRepublicans.com Head of the Alachua County GOP Tim Marden also updates keeping the Alachua County School Board accountable to citizens, after public meetings following the board chair's comments on the death of Hulk Hogan

Hour 4 of the Bob Rose Show on the state hearing into the Alachua County School Board, mandating additional training and monitoring over violations of parents' free speech rights in public meetings. Plus tracking Atlantic storms, and Thursday morning's breaking news for 8-21-25

From traffic and cell phone use to new children's outreach, the Alachua County Sheriff's Office is working to keep school zones safe. Plus new law enforcement efforts watching sexual predators, and the National Night Out event, with Public Information Officer Lisa Sacaccio

Hour 1 of the Bob Rose Show on government accountability, as Gov. DeSantis' local audits are now coming to Alachua County. Some welcome the look under the county's hood, but one commissioner objected as a waste of time. Deciphering lefty locals' concerns, and all the morning's biggest stories for 8-6-25

Wednesday morning's biggest stories, including continuing fallout from the Alachua School Board chair's outrageous post after Hulk Hogan's death, and the possible withholding of federal education funds. All the morning's biggest stories, and insight into what these stories really mean, on Bob Rose Show for 7-30-25

Reducing fentanyl, gun thefts, block party violence, and car burglaries through targeted efforts by the Alachua County Sheriff's office, plus pursuit of internet crimes against children. ACSO Public Information Officer Capt. Chris Simms on the Thursday Bob Rose Show

SKY Valor Honors program annually salutes this area's fire-rescue, police and first-responding personnel for their dedication to protect our families, neighbors and communities. For their extraordinary courage, placing themselves in personal danger to save other motorists, the Alachua County Sheriff's Office and 97.3 The SKY are proud to salute Sgt. Esau Bright, Deputy Jason Upshaw and Deputy Robert Cortes Rodriguez.

The SKY Valor program salutes North Central Florida's heroes every weekday in June. Today's honorees, Firefighter-Paramedic Alyssa Hardin and Firefighter-EMT Dominic Morales with Alachua County Fire Rescue

For their extraordinary skill and professionalism, Alachua County Fire Rescue and 97.3 The SKY are proud to salute Firefighter-Paramedic Alyssa Hardin and Firefighter-EMT Dominic Morales as today's Valor Honorees.

It's called the Citizen's Academy, and it's become a school for county commissioners in Alachua County. Listen as Commissioner Mary Alford tells us how that program got her to run for office. Now in office, she is among other projects, creating homes and solving housing challenges in her progressive county. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: Polimorphic Ourco Good News For Lefties (and America!) - Daily News for Democracy (Apple Podcasts | Spotify) How to Really Run a City Executive Producers: David Martin, David Snyder, Jim Ludlow Host/Reporter: David Martin Producers: David Martin, Jason Stershic Editor: Jason Stershic

The pickleball bracket challenge is an annual tournament benefitting charitable work through Pepine Gives. Betsy Pepine detailed community events this month and how proceeds make a difference in Alachua County

From the National title celebrations to the football Spring Game, preventing problems and fan safety are priorities. Capt. Chris Sims updates law enforcement on-site, and local crime from the Alachua County Sheriff's Office

A proposed home development in Alachua County threatens the Floridan Aquifer. John Quarterman is the Suwannee Riverkeeper working with a group of concerned citizens in north central Florida and south central Georgia to protect a vast, interconnected basin of waterways flowing into the Suwanee River and ultimately to the Gulf of Mexico.Check out our new "Florida Black History" YouTube channel with interviews from previous episodes related to Black History subjects in Florida.Every Saturday morning, "Welcome to Florida" patrons receive our "Florida Conservation Newsletter," a roundup of environmental news and headlines from around the state. Only $5 per month for exclusive access.And don't forget Craig's latest book, "Welcome to Florida: True Tales from America's Most Interesting State."

This Friday's annual event is again sold out, benefitting the work of ARC-Alachua County to improve the lives of the developmentally disabled. Mark Swain and Mark Johnson go in-depth on how the monies raised makes a difference.

The latest steps to improve the working environment for deputies with Capt. Chris Sims, Public Information Officer for the Alachua County Sheriff's Office.

The recent discrimination jury verdict against a former Alachua County Sheriff, a carjacking by a just released inmate, and continuing positive results of the gun violence initiatives in Alachua County and Gainesville, with Capt. Chris Sims of the Alachua County Sheriff's Office.

The date, Friday April 4that Hawkstone Golf and Country Club. The scramble benefits the work of ARC-Alachua County to make a difference in the lives of the developmentally disabled. Executive Director Mark Swain and Development & PR Director Mark Johnson on registration for the limited playing positions, and details on this year's event. Enter at 352-246-3516

‼️LEIGH DUNDAS BLOWS WHISTLE on FLORIDA'S CHILD RAPISTS‼️ This critical, time sensitive episode was just recorded with Brad Wozny of THE SOVEREIGN SOUL Show & International Human Rights Attorney, Leigh Dundas.   Leigh discusses one of the most heinous, Landmark child rape and perverse trafficking cases still happening in Alachua County, home to the NCAA Division 1 school, the University of Florida. Do you know any Patriotic Freedom Fighters in Florida?  Governor Ron DeSantis has issued an Executive Order to investigate many of the law enforcement and judiciary across Alachua Country given it has a 300% increase in reported rapes of men, women, little girls and boys "above the State of Florida's reported numbers".  Husbands, Fathers, Wives, Mothers, and Students are gathering with Leigh Dundas on Monday, January 6th at the Alachua County Family Justice Center on  201 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601 to raise massive awareness to the continued child rape, torture, and human trafficking epidemic happening in this community, and throughout the State. We encourage all listeners to Share this episode's Critical, Empowering Information with their friends and family…  . The MAHA-Approved, POWERFUL X39 wellness Patch naturally activates your STEM CELLS! Developed for Navy

Murder conviction, latest criminal investigations, cold weather driving tips, and getting ready for the newly elected Alachua County Sheriff, with Public Information Officer Art Forgey on the Thursday Bob Rose Show 12-5-24

The organization FACT, Farming Alachua County Together, is mounting opposition to a proposed outdoor entertainment facility in the Melrose area. The issues surround land use in Alachua County and the Wildflowers Music Park with Brandy McKinney on the Bob Rose Show Monday 11-25-24

Arrest of juvenile in a recent shooting that sent an associate to the hospital, a stolen vehicle found in a local spring, plus recent detention officer moves and public safety efforts amid transition to a new sheriff. Alachua County Sheriff's Office spokesman Art Forgey on the Thursday Bob Rose Show for 11-21-24

The Tuesday “What's Buggin' You” segment for 11-19-24

Update with Alachua County Sheriff's Office Public Information Officer Art Forgey, including the latest criminal arrests, warnings about scams, and the coming transition after the election of Sheriff-elect Chad Scott

Wednesday “What's Buggin' You” segment for 11-6-24

Local candidates struggled amid Trump's resounding victory. What results mean, what's next in the Sheriff's race, with Tim Marden, head of the Alachua County Republican Party on the Wednesday Bob Rose Show for 11-6-24

Local candidates, issues, state amendments and running up the national popular vote are all critical reasons for voters to stay in possible long lines and making your voice heard. Ray Holtz, Vice Chair of the Alachua County Republicans on the Tuesday Bob Rose Show for 11-5-24

The Alachua County voter initiative over single member district representation on the County Commission is confusing, and there are court challenges. Former County Republican chair Stafford Jones clears up what's at stake, what the language means, and how to vote.

Gary Pigott, CAA is the Alachua Co. AD and today he shares his story along with some cool Best Practices! Gary was also a longtime director with the FHSAA and one the first staff members that I got to know when I first came to Florida back in 2000! THIS is The Educational AD Podcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/educational-ad-podcast/support

In this episode, FSA speaks with Alachua County Sheriff Emery Gainey.  A veteran of the Office who began his career in 1982, he rose through the ranks holding leadership positions in numerous areas of the sheriff's office operations.  Then, after a 25-year career with the sheriff's office, Sheriff Gainey became the Director of Law Enforcement & Victim Services for three Florida Attorneys General as well as the Sheriff of Marion County in 2016. We cover many other important public safety topics, but also learn about why serving as a board member for the Florida Special Olympics was such an honor and a great way to support the amazing work they do every day. 

When investigators in Alachua County, Florida discovered the remains of two people among the charred ruins of a burned down shack and a letter in a nearby car that seemed to explain the entire scene, police in two states thought they were on the brink of closing a multiple murder case that started all the way north in New Hampshire. But as experts attempted to identify the two people found in that shack, doubt started to poke glaring holes in the case.If you haven't already, go back one episode and listen to Part 1 of this series. You'll want to hear where this case all began in Jackson, New Hampshire. The NAMI HelpLine can be reached Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., ET. Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), text "HelpLine" to 62640 or email at helpline@nami.orgNational Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 / For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255Línea de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis: 1-888-628-9454 View source material and photos for this episode at: darkdowneast.com/malcolmelizabethandpagejenningspart2 Dark Downeast is an audiochuck and Kylie Media production hosted by Kylie Low.Follow @darkdowneast on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTokTo suggest a case visit darkdowneast.com/submit-case

On today's episode, Dennis speaks with Founder of The Lady Law Shield and Protective Wellness, Bridget Truxillo. Bridget knows the challenges law enforcement officers face, both outside and inside their agencies based on her experiences as a former Deputy Sheriff in Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida. Bridget started out in Patrol, but very quickly transferred to the  Narcotics and Organized Crime Unit (NOCU), and also became the only female member of  the SWAT team. During her time in the NOCU, Bridget routinely conducted undercover buys of narcotics and effectuated many arrest and search warrants as a result of her undercover operations. While on the SWAT team, Bridget participated in serving search warrants, active shooter and hostage situations, competed twice in SWAT Round-up International  (an International SWAT competition), as well as many hundreds of hours of training. Although being a Deputy Sheriff allowed Bridget to serve the public, Bridget realized she wanted to find a way to serve the law enforcement and first responder community directly so she left law enforcement to attend law school as a means to glean the knowledge and skills necessary for this purpose. After 13+ years practicing law in civil litigation, Bridget was able to curate a unique business dedicated to representing and supporting law enforcement officers and first responders. Today, Bridget and Dennis discuss tips for woman in law enforcement, importance of departments looking out for their men and women, seeing, validating and hearing your fellow co-workers, not taking things personal, legal advise and not controlling the nature of the job. Find out more about Bridget & Protective Wellness here: https://www.myprotectivewellness.com/ If you like what you are hearing and want to stay in the loop with the latest in Street Cop Training, please follow our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StreetCopTraining Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast, it truly helps! Sign up for classes here: https://streetcoptraining.com/course-list/Follow our podcast here: https://streetcoptraining.com/street-cop-podcast/    or    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/street-cop-podcast/id1538474515

This is Garrison Hardie with your CrossPolitic Daily News Brief for Thursday, August 31st, 2023. Fight Laugh Feast Conference - Ark Encounter The annual Fight Laugh Feast Conference is a conference like no other… the festivities kick off every year, with beer & Psalms! The Fight Laugh Feast Conference is a gathering of rowdy Christians from all walks of life, and from all over the country, who want to glorify God and build God-honoring families, businesses, and churches. This one-of-a-kind event transcends traditional boundaries, blending faith, culture, and a zest for life into a vibrant tapestry of ideas and interactions. Attendees from all walks of life gather here to engage in spirited discussions, celebrate shared values, and forge connections. From thought-provoking talks to uproarious laughter and CrossPolitic live shows, the Fight Laugh Feast Conference is a celebration of King Jesus. So buckle up as we Fight, Laugh & Feast, with beer & Psalms, our amazing lineup of speakers, our awesome vendors, and of course, our CrossPolitic Live Shows this october 11-14th. Visit fightlaughfeast.com to sign up today. That’s fightlaughfeast.com. https://www.foxnews.com/us/hurricane-idalia-landfall-florida-big-bend-category-3-tens-thousands-without-power Hurricane Idalia makes landfall over Florida's Big Bend as a Category 3, hundreds of thousands without power Hurricane Idalia made landfall over Florida’s Gulf Coast as a "catastrophic" Category 3 storm Wednesday at 7:45 a.m., leaving hundreds of thousands of residents without power, officials said. It has since been downgraded to a Category 1 storm. Idalia produced storm surges that reached several feet in some areas and brought damaging winds that howled up to 130 miles per hour at one point, according to the National Hurricane Center. It also caused flooding that completely encompassed Floridian roadways when it passed the Apalachee Bay and made landfall over Florida's Big Bend region, where the peninsula merges into the Panhandle. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he had directed law enforcement to "protect people's property. "We are not going to tolerate any looting in the aftermath of a natural disaster. I mean it's just ridiculous that you would try to do something like that on the heels of an almost Category 4 hurricane hitting this community," DeSantis said. He warned would-be looters that they could very well be walking into the home of a Second Amendment advocate. "I've seen signs in people's yards, and I would say it's probably here, ‘You Loot, We Shoot.’ You never know what's behind that door," DeSantis said. President Biden said he had spoken with the governors of states most impacted by the storm and vowed all federal assistance, including 1,500 personnel and 900 Coast Guard personnel throughout the southeast. "Federal teams on the ground are going to continue to work with the first responders in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, to get people to safety," Biden said. At least two people have died in vehicle accidents since the storm made landfall, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. In Pasco County, a 40-year-old male lost control of his Ford Ranger and collided into a tree after driving too fast for the weather conditions, while a 59-year-old male died in Alachua County after his Toyota Tacoma plunged into a ditch and crashed into a nearby tree line, officials said. The storm has been impacting Gainesville, Jacksonville, Tallahassee, Dowling Park, Lake City, Cedar Key, Chiefland, Newberry, Cross City, Apalachicola, and Perry. Its impact will also be felt in Orlando, Spring Hill, Bradenton, Bartow, Ocala, Lake Placid, Tampa, Sarasota, and Fort Myers. By 11 a.m. Wednesday, the storm was a Category 1, with sustained winds of 90 mph, and its impact was being felt in Georgia, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Authorities continue to urge caution as, despite the slight decline, the storm remains dangerous and potentially life-threatening. More than 340,000 Americans were without power as Idalia continued to blast Florida, Alabama, Georgia, and the Carolina, according to Fox Weather. Further outages are expected as the storm continues pummeling the state as Idalia continues its northeast path to Georgia, the Carolinas and then the Atlantic Ocean. The National Weather Service in Tallahassee had called Idalia "an unprecedented event" as it rapidly intensified over the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico, and obtained Category 4 status within 24 hours. It downgraded slightly, officially becoming a high-end Category 3 storm when it made landfall, before downgrading again. The NWS also said "no one" has witnessed a storm strengthen to such magnitude in such a short time. https://hotair.com/karen-townsend/2023/08/30/trump-raises-more-than-20-million-in-august-n574661#google_vignette’ Trump raises more than $20 million in August Donald Trump has raised $20M in August, according to his campaign. Since he was processed in the Fulton County jail and had a mugshot taken, he has raised more than $9.4M. Despite the multiple indictments and the first-ever presidential mugshot, his contributors continue to send in campaign contributions. The campaign knew the mugshot would be a money-maker and fundraising came swiftly as soon as it was released. The angry scowl seen around the world is marketed on various merchandise on Trump’s website. Trump haters are buying up merchandise on other sites and displaying their purchases on social media like it is a badge of honor. “Since the moment my mugshot was plastered all over the Internet in a vicious attempt to wrongfully turn me into a criminal, our movement has RAISED $9 MILLION from grassroots patriots like YOU,” Trump said in a statement released by the Trump Save America Joint Fundraising Committee on Tuesday. “In fact, our campaign recorded its SINGLE GREATEST FUNDRAISING DAY EVER,” the 77-year-old said of his Georgia surrender bounty. His fundraising numbers spiked once the mugshot was released – which it immediately was – with supporters particularly pleased with the “never surrender” slogan. Critics noted the irony since the mugshot was taken when he surrendered to authorities to be processed at the jail. The merchandise sales are impressive so far. The totals reported include 36,000 T-shirts, 24,000 coffee mugs and 8,600 posters. One thing that people talk about is the amount of money Trump is spending on legal bills and how a lot of those bills are being paid by campaign donations. It’s being reported that the mugshot merchandise money is being earmarked by the campaign for political and campaign activities and won’t be used to cover legal expense. Trump has spent tens of millions of dollars on legal bills since the season of indictments began. Altogether, Trump is facing 91 counts in all four indictments. Trump raised $5M in the first 48 hours after the indictment in Manhattan and $10M over five days. After the indictment over the mishandling of classified documents, his campaign said it raised $6.6M. Campaign spokesperson Steven Cheung said that last Friday was the biggest fundraising day for the Trump campaign so far, with $4.18M raised on the day alone. Trump’s mugshot was taken on Thursday night. https://nypost.com/2023/08/29/chicago-tv-news-reporter-on-assignment-to-cover-thefts-robbed-of-video-camera-at-gunpoint/ Chicago TV news reporter on assignment to cover thefts robbed of video camera at gunpoint A pair of Chicago journalists were held up at gunpoint by three men wearing ski masks — while covering the spate of robberies and carjackings that plagued the Windy City over the weekend, according to local police and news outlets. A Univision Chicago reporter and a cameraman were set to do a live shot in the upscale Wicker Park section at around 4:30 a.m. on Monday when a black SUV and a gray sedan pulled up alongside them, according to the news site CWBChicago. The two male journalists — one 28 and the other 42 — were standing near the 1200 block of North Milwaukee Ave. when “three unknown male offenders exited the vehicles, wearing ski masks and displaying firearms,” Chicago police officials told The Post on Tuesday. The thugs made off with their video camera before fleeing, cops said. No injuries were reported and none of the suspects were in custody as of Tuesday afternoon, police said. The brazen attack was part of a spree that involved at least 30 others who were either robbed or carjacked in the crime-ravaged city on Sunday afternoon and Monday morning, according to local authorities. Luis Godinez, the vice president of Univision Chicago, circulated an email to employees confirming that their colleagues were the ones who were robbed, according to the news site Block Club Chicago. The fact that the news personnel were now part of the story is “total irony,” the Univision reporter, who wished to remain anonymous, told the site. “As a journalist, you never want to be the story, right?” the reporter told Block Club Chicago. Earlier this month, a Chicago TV news videographer had two of his phones robbed while preparing to cover a news conference on the city’s West Side. Law enforcement officials have yet to make arrests in those cases, according to reports. https://beckernews.com/99-of-fatalities-in-united-states-not-primarily-caused-by-covid-19-cdc-data-51670/ 99% of Fatalities in United States Not Primarily Caused by Covid-19: CDC Data Despite the rampant fear being spread in the U.S. media about new Covid subvariants, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Infection cast doubt on any cause for alarm. CDC statistics reveal that only 1% of all weekly deaths across the United States are attributed to Covid-19. For the week ending on August 19, the CDC’s Covid dashboard reports 324 Covid-related fatalities, constituting a mere 1.7% of all deaths during that period. Although the percentage of deaths due to Covid for the week ending August 19 reflects a minor uptick from the prior week, it is substantially lower than the pandemic’s apex, when the CDC cited Covid as the cause of nearly one in three deaths. Data highlights that states such as Washington, Florida, Tennessee, North Carolina, Maryland, and New York are experiencing higher rates of Covid-induced deaths. Maryland and Florida lead with 3.4%, while Washington, Tennessee, North Carolina, and New York are around the 2% mark. In contrast, more than 24 states recorded between one and nine Covid-related deaths for the week ending August 19. Additional data points out that the fatality rate is marginally higher among women than men, and is most elevated among individuals aged 75 and older. This latest data may offer some comfort at a time when anxieties are escalating across the country due to the spread of highly transmissible new Covid variants, resulting in an increase in infections and hospitalizations, as well as the reintroduction of certain Covid mandates. Recently detected variants like EG.5 (Eris) and BA.8.26 (Pirola) have emerged in multiple countries, including the United States. These variants have undergone extensive mutations, making them potentially more adept at dodging vaccine and natural immunity, and contributing to a rise in infections. Despite the appearance of these variants, infections in the U.S. have doubled and hospital admissions have risen for the fifth consecutive week, but they remain near historical lows. Importantly, Covid-related deaths have not surged. Last week’s concerns over a Covid resurgence led Hollywood’s Lionsgate studio to enforce mask mandates at its Santa Monica, California offices. This decision was later rescinded within days. Similarly, Rutgers University in New Jersey and Morris Brown College in Georgia both declared that face coverings will be mandatory for faculty and students. Medical facilities like Kaiser Permanente Hospital in Santa Rosa, California, and Upstate Community Hospital in Syracuse, New York, have reinstated mask requirements for healthcare workers, patients, and visitors. In Kentucky, the Lee County School District shut down classes less than two weeks after reopening, as nearly 20% of its student body fell ill with a ‘tripledemic’ of illnesses, including Covid, strep throat, and influenza. President Biden indicated on Friday that his administration will “likely” recommend another Covid booster vaccine soon. He also signed a proposal asking Congress for additional funds to modify Covid vaccines to better counteract the new variants. Nevertheless, public interest in booster shots remains tepid, with only 18% of eligible Americans having received any form of booster. As pointed out by the Mayo Clinic, about 81% of Covid-related deaths in the United States have been in people age 65 and older, adding that “risks are even higher for older people when they have other health conditions.” Even when accounting for the difficulty in assessing cause of death in a predominately elderly population with comorbidities, the Covid-19 pandemic nonetheless had a 99.7% survival rate in the United States.