Jacksonville, Florida’s Quornelius Radford accused of shooting 5 Fort Stewart, Georgia soldiers

US Army sergeant Quornelius Radford opened fire at his workplace at Fort Stewart, Georgia on August 6, 2025. He injured five soldiers.

13 things about Miss Universe USA 2023 Noelia Voigt

Noelia Voigt is an American esthetician, certified lash technician, and beauty queen born in Sarasota, Florida. She made history as the first Miss Utah USA of Venezuelan descent and resigned as Miss USA 2023. Notable for her pageant success, she has held various titles and advocated against bullying through her published work.

Bail for Florida’s Rustom Bhagwagar set at $5 million; Pilot jailed in California

Rustom Bhagwagar was working as a Delta Air Lines pilot when he was arrested by Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office detectives in California. He is a Florida resident.

Alicia Machado crowns Miss Universe Latina 2025 Yamilex Hernandez in Miami, Florida

Yamilex Hernandez from New Jersey, originally from the Dominican Republic, was crowned Miss Universe Latina 2025 at Telemundo Center in Miami on July 21, 2025. She will represent the U.S. Latino community at Miss Universe 2025, competing against 128 candidates in Thailand. The event featured 30 contestants and a grand prize of $100,000.

Ofir Korsia crowns Miss Universe Israel 2025 Melanie Shiraz in Aventura, Florida

Ofir Natalie Korsia is originally from Rishon Lezion, Israel. She is based in Los Angeles, California, United States. On October 24, 2021, Korsia represented Rishion Lezion at Malkat HaYofi 2021 and competed against 11 other finalists at Hotel Debrah Brown in Tel Aviv, Israel. She and Aline Gurevitz were second runners-up to Noa Kochva. On September 29, 2024, Korsia represented Rishon … Continue reading Ofir Korsia crowns Miss Universe Israel 2025 Melanie Shiraz in Aventura, Florida

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16 Miss Universe Nicaragua 2025 candidates competing in Miami, Florida

Geyssell Lined García Navarrete was crowned Miss Universe Nicaragua 2024 on September 12, 2024, and competed at Miss Universe 2024, finishing in the Top 30. She will crown her successor on September 4, 2025, as the inaugural Miss Universe Nicaragua pageant under Indiana Sanchez's directorship introduces 15 contestants from various regions.

10 things about Archer, Florida’s Ryo Heene

Ryo Heene, a Japanese-American drummer from Archer, Florida, is the son of inventor Richard Heene and guitarist Mayumi Iizuka. He grew up in a notable family, participated in reality TV, and founded the heavy metal band Heene Boyz. He faced controversies but continues to pursue music and family business ventures.

10 things about Archer, Florida’s Falcon Heene

Falcon Heene, a Japanese-American singer and bassist from Archer, Florida, is known as the "Balloon Boy" due to a 2009 helium balloon incident. He and his brothers are members of the heavy metal band Heene Boyz. The family owns Craftsman Tiny Homes and has appeared in reality shows, including "Wife Swap."

13 things about Archer, Florida’s Richard Heene

Richard Alan Heene Jr. is an American scientist and inventor from Archer, Florida, known for his controversial balloon incident in 2009. He was raised in Virginia and has lived in several states. Heene has three sons with his wife, Mayumi, and has been involved in various entrepreneurial and media ventures, including a documentary about his family.

13 things about Archer, Florida’s Bradford Heene

Bradford Heene, a Japanese-American guitarist from Archer, Florida, is known for forming the heavy metal band Heene Boyz with his brothers. The Heene family gained notoriety from a balloon controversy in 2009, and they appeared on reality shows. Bradford has also released songs supporting political figures. He turned 25 in 2024.