Terrance Booker, a former Tallahassee youth minister, was sentenced to over 55 years in prison after being declared a sexual predator. He previously worked with young people at his church and a local elementary school's after-school program before his arrest in August 2025. Booker still faces accusations from four other victims whose charges are pending.
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The city of Tallahassee announced that complete exterior finishes for the Southside Transit Center are expected this month. Construction has progressed significantly, with primary structural steel and roof systems now finished. The center is located at Orange Avenue and Meridian Street.
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A Tallahassee woman, Makayla Hooker, entered a plea on Thursday regarding charges for the shooting death of her boyfriend. She is accused of shooting Anthony Belk inside his RV on Ravensview Drive last October. Hooker could face 25 to 45 years for second-degree murder charges and is set to be sentenced on October 27th.
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Volunteers of America Florida is expanding its Veteran Housing Program, offering 48 free beds starting Thursday in Tallahassee. This expansion is part of a new statewide contract with the Veterans Administration. The service helps veterans get back on their feet and into permanent housing at no cost to eligible veterans.
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