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Tampa Bay TimesTuesday, 26 May 2026
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Guilty, but no jail time for Franco
The ruling is similar to the Rays shortstop’s original trial in 2025. This time a judicial pardon eliminates potential punishment.
The report focuses on the legal technicality of a judicial pardon in the Dominican Republic that prevents incarceration despite a second guilty verdict for Wander Franco.
Wander Franco, a former star for the Tampa Bay Rays, faced a retrial in the Dominican Republic concerning charges of sexual and psychological abuse of a minor. While found guilty again, a judicial pardon means he will not serve the ten-year sentence typically associated with the conviction.
“judicial pardon eliminates potential punishment”
“Scrutiny of public figures and institutions”
Clearwater spokesperson resigns after 24-year career with the city
Joelle Castelli’s last day leading the communications office was May 7.
A report on the sudden departure of a long-serving city official amidst performance concerns raised by the City Manager.
Many classes end this week. Why have some Tampa Bay seniors already graduated?
Pinellas and Hillsborough schools have been celebrating. Meanwhile, Pasco waits.
An examination of varying graduation schedules across different school districts in the Tampa Bay region.
Floridians pay for chief financial officer’s security at sporting events
After scolding others over spending, Blaise Ingoglia tapped agencies for his entourage.
An investigative piece into the use of taxpayer funds for security details at high-profile sporting events for a state official.
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