Orlando boss, Ed Milam, was found brutally murdered in a Kissimmee swamp. We examine his life and death.
Harlan Blackburn
Harlan Blackburn was the head of the mafia in Orlando and surrounding counties for over 20 years between 1953 and the mid 1970s. He was responsible for many hits and made a fortune in the bolita rackets.
Blackburn ultimately repoted to Santo Trafficante, Jr. of the Tampa crime family.
Gangland Life and Murder of Ed Milam
Polk County Sheriff ousted in gambling crackdown
Crime bosses installed Frank Williams as Polk County sheriff in exchange for an unmolsted bolita monopoly.
East Altamonte Clings to its Heritage
Against all odds, East Altamonte has persisted for over 130 years. The historically black community is surrounded by valuable real estate and three land-hungry municipalities. “In 20 years, Winwood will not exist,” Alcee Hastings, the community’s most famous son, said...