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Mick's Morning News- Tuesday

Two Killed In Polk County Hostage Situation

(Lake Wales, FL)-- Two people are dead after an apparent murder-suicide in Polk County. Lake Wales Police say Antonio Oliver and his 19-year-old stepson were found dead in a home at Lindsey Place and Tartan Loop yesterday morning. Investigators believe Oliver shot the teen and then took two teen girls in the home hostage. The 40-year-old then shot himself. The teens taken hostage were not hurt.

Volusia County Lawmaker Compares Trans People To 'Mutants'

(Tallahassee, FL) --A Volusia County lawmaker is under fire for comments he made about trans people. Deltona Republican State Rep. Webster Barnaby was discussing a bill yesterday that would require people to use the bathroom that aligns with their gender assigned at birth. Barnaby called them 'mutants from another planet,' and 'demons and imps who pretend they are part of this world.' Both Republicans and Democrats condemned his comments, and the 63-year-old issued an apology. Equality Florida criticized Barnaby for what they call hideous bigotry and transphobic vitriol. 

Leon County Teacher Fired For Organizing Fights In Classroom

(Tallahassee, FL) --A Leon County teacher is facing charges for what the school district calls unacceptable actions. Griffin Middle School teacher Angel Footman was arrested last week for allegedly organizing student fights in her classroom. The sheriff's office says classroom videos show the 23-year-old watching the sixth-grade girls as they fight. Footman denies organizing the fights but admits she didn't try to stop them or report them. She's charged with delinquency of a minor and is due to be arraigned next month. Footman was fired when the allegations came out last month, and a district spokesperson tells WCTV it's rare for the superintendent to fire a teacher immediately, but in this case, it was warranted.  

Jacksonville Man Arrested For False Claim Against Police Officer

(Jacksonville, FL) --The JSO arrested Breion Brown last week for falsely accusing a police officer of using excessive force and conducting an illegal search of his car. Brown claimed that during a traffic stop in February, an officer pulled him out of his car by the neck and choked him with his seatbelt. The JSO, though, says the officer's body cam video proves Brown was lying. He was arrested for making a false official statement. Sheriff T.K. Waters said yesterday that Brown's arrest sends a clear message that victimizing our officers in order to push an agenda will not be tolerated.  

Tupperware May Go Out Of Business

(Kissimmee, FL) --One of Central Florida's most iconic companies could be going out of business. Osceola County-based Tupperware announced last week it's experiencing financial problems, and there is substantial doubt about its ability to continue. Earl Tupper started the company in 1946 in Massachusetts, and five years later, he moved it to Kissimmee. Over the years Tupperware's colorful plastic food containers could be found in kitchens around the country. The company, though, says net sales were down almost 20 percent last year.

Brevard Zoo To Build Manatee Rehab Center

(Melbourne, FL) --The Brevard Zoo is expanding its efforts to help an iconic species. Zoo officials announced yesterday they'll build manatee rehab facilities. They'll be the county's first, and they'll address what the zoo calls a historic wave of manatee deaths in recent years. The zoo is using a grant from the FWC to build the facilities. 

TODAY IN HISTORY

1980, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued regulations specifically prohibiting sexual harassment of workers by supervisors.

1970, Apollo 13 was launched from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It was intended to land on the moon, but the mission was aborted after an oxygen tank exploded two days later. Despite several obstacles, including limited power, shortage of water, loss of cabin heat and more, the crew safely returned to Earth on April 17th.

1968, President Lyndon Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1968 into law. 

1951, President Harry S. Truman relieved General Douglas MacArthur of his commands in the Far East. 

1947, Jackie Robinson became the first Black player to play major league baseball when he suited up for an exhibition game for the Brooklyn Dodgers.


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