Carlton Gillespie
Broward County Bureau ReporterCarlton Gillespie is WLRN's Broward County Bureau Reporter.
Before Joining WLRN his work appeared in Caplin News, The Miami Herald, The Miami Times and The Biscayne Times.
A graduate of FIU and FSU, Carlton is lifelong Broward County resident and loves telling stories, playing music, and cooking. When he's not watching sports, he's out exploring nature and identifying birds and butterflies.
You can reach Carlton at cgillespie@wlrnnews.org.
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Florida Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman-Schultz says her constituents are having to chose between healthcare coverage and paying rent. -
The new design is aimed at celebrating the city's nautical history. -
The Democratic congresswoman's federal indictment for campaign fraud could lead to 53 years in prison. It is rooted in her successful campaign to win a 2021 special election for the seat of longtime incumbent Alcee Hastings - after losing in two previous primaries against him. The difference for Cherfilus-McCormick in 2021: Money. Lots of money. -
The striking escalation includes accusations that Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony diverted money intended for first responder salaries to “preferred projects.” Tony's office called the claim an "after-the-fact" justification to cut their budget. -
Embattled South Florida Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, who was indicted Thursday in Miami federal court for stealing $5 million in federal funds and campaign fraud, called the investigation a “sham,” “unjust” and “baseless.” -
Proponents argue the bill would increase tourism and business investment, while detractor balked at the high costs of a name change. -
The report says that new property tax reforms proposed in the state legislature would have drastic consequences on municipalities' ability to provide parks, roadway improvements and other services. -
Broward leaders expressed their concerns with property tax reform, confusion over gun laws, and frustrations with law enforcement funding. -
If the Broward delegation fails to approve the bill, it will not be heard by lawmakers in Tallahassee once the legislative session begins in January. -
The record-breaking government shutdown meant that funding for food stamp assistance could only be partially funded through November – leaving nearly 3 million Floridians vulnerable. In response, Broward County food and beverage spots have helped provide meal assistance for affected recipients. -
The Federal Aviation Administration's order to scale back flights nationwide because of the government shutdown is now in effect. At Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, security lines stretched well past the barricades in Terminal 1, with 18 cancellations and 81 delayed departures by lunchtime Friday according to tracking website FlightAware. -
The world’s largest in-water boat show is a huge boost for the local economy, adding up to nearly $1.8 billion in economic impact.
