Elena Barrera is a Local Government Watchdog Reporter. She specializes in covering law and legal affairs, including lawsuits and litigation, as well as regional interest topics such as the housing market and family wellness. Elena's work has been featured in numerous outlets, including USA TODAY, Naples Daily News, and The Florida Times-Union.
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Tallahassee, United States (Local)
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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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The Florida man behind the sign said the advertisement wasn't created to "troll" Republicans, the president or his supporters, but rather to extend
By: Elena Barrera
Tallahassee's rapid expansion of license plate readers and speed cameras reflects a nationwide shift toward these automated policing tools — and a growing debate over their impact on safety, privacy and public trust.
Tallahassee Democrat After roughly a month without pay, nurses at the Leon County Detention Facility might finally be seeing some relief.
Tallahassee Police Department's three deputy chiefs and two majors are leaving after opting into the city's severance program.
By: Elena Barrera
There are 171 city employees opting into the voluntary severance program — roughly 27% more than city staff originally projected.
By: Elena Barrera
Gov. DeSantis wants to raise homestead exemptions, but local leaders fear it will slash funding for schools and services.
By: Elena Barrera
Tallahassee school zone cameras issued 50,000 tickets during the 2025-2026 school year.
By: Elena Barrera
Wanted: 'A highly qualified pool of candidates for the city manager position' Tallahassee Democrat
A federal court ruled Florida can let bail money be used to pay defendant fees and fines, hurting the Tallahassee Bail Fund's mission.
By: Elena Barrera
Tallahassee police have reportedly interviewed residents about a controversial HUD lead paint program that's now under federal audit.
