Elena Barrera is a Local Government Watchdog Reporter. With a background in covering state courts, prisons, and education, she focuses on themes of law enforcement, crime and justice, and legal affairs. Her work has been featured in numerous publications, including USA TODAY, Naples Daily News, and The Florida Times-Union.
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Elena Barrera covers local news with a strong focus on crime, traffic accidents, and police investigations in Tallahassee and the wider Florida area. She frequently reports on evolving stories and breaking news related to these topics.
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By: Elena Barrera, William L. Hatfield
After a whirlwind selection process, the Tallahassee City Commission voted to select its new city manager.
By: Elena Barrera
The Killearn Lakes Elementary School PTO treasurer was arrested for allegedly stealing over $26,000 from the organization.
By: Elena Barrera
Tallahassee Democrat The Leon County Sheriff's Office has suspended its use of Flock cameras on county roads, while the city's cameras are still active.
By: Elena Barrera
Tallahassee Democrat The Tallahassee City Commission is considering renaming a portion of West Virginia Street to honor Rev. R.B. Holmes and his wife, Gloria.
By: Elena Barrera
Leon County officials say the Judicial Information System is stable after an IT glitch compromised over 1,200 cases.
By: Elena Barrera
Tallahassee Democrat The city is gearing up to adopt its 2027 budget , and while its property tax rate is holding steady, several fees are set to increase.
Tallahassee Democrat The power outage at Doak Campbell stadium that led to a nearly two-hour delay of Florida State football's game against
By: Elena Barrera, Jeff Burlew
Karen Jumonville will become Tallahassee's new city manager after the city commission approved her contract in a 3-2 vote.
Tallahassee Democrat Tallahassee's city commission has directed the Tallahassee Police Department to suspend its network of Flock Safety cameras and other similar license plate readers in the capital city.
By: Elena Barrera
The Tallahassee City Commission approved a $1.2 billion budget, keeping its tax rate unchanged to build reserves ahead of a key property tax vote.
