Operation Southern Slowdown targets Florida 'super speeder' drivers

State and local law enforcement agencies are officially easing off the gas and ramping up enforcement as they kick off "Operation Southern Slowdown."

Venice man accused of shooting man outside sports bar: SCSO

A 24-year-old man was arrested after he shot a man in the leg during an argument outside a Venice sports bar Sunday night, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.

Man carrying Bible tackled in Hernando County Walmart after leaving 2 guns on car: Sheriff

A suspect is in custody following a multi-county pursuit Monday morning that ended when an undercover deputy tackled the man inside a Hernando County Walmart customer service area.

Florida man who contacted police about 1987 killing arrested in connection to cold case

A Florida man who contacted authorities saying he had information about a 1987 killing was instead arrested and facing a murder charge, investigators said Thursday.

3 teenagers arrested after pointing BB guns at sheriff’s helicopter: HCSO

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested three teenagers, a 19-year-old and two 15-year-olds, after they received calls of three individuals carrying apparent firearms through a neighborhood in Lutz. 

Florida dog, 'Teddy,' rescued after vest left on for 9 months grows into his skin: Sheriff

Two Brevard County men face aggravated animal cruelty charges after a dog they adopted was left wearing a vest for months, causing the fabric to grow directly into its skin.

Brandon mall shooting: 1 found dead inside Dick's store fitting room, 2 detained

One person was found dead inside a fitting room after a shooting at Dick's House of Sport at the Brandon Exchange Mall, and now deputies say two others are detained. 

Terrion Arnold case: Hillsborough judge denies ankle monitor request for former Detroit Lions cornerback

Former Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold will not be required to wear an ankle monitor while awaiting trial for armed robbery and kidnapping charges, a Hillsborough County judge ruled Friday.

Kidnapped Florida woman rescued in Polk County from suspect who beat and threatened to kill her: FHP

A beaten, bloodied woman was rescued from an accused kidnapper who held her against her will and drove her through multiple counties on Friday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Pasco double-murderer set for execution, sparking intense legal battle over age, declining health

Dominick Occhicone is scheduled to face execution on July 28 for the 1986 cold-blooded murders of his ex-girlfriend's parents in Pasco County, sparking an intense legal battle over his advanced age and failing health.

Woman accused of slapping driver in McDonald's drive-thru for taking too long

A New York woman is facing a harassment charge after police say she became impatient in a McDonald's drive-thru and allegedly slapped the driver of the vehicle in front of her.

Nolan Wells' family calls for further investigation: 'It's not adding up'

The family of Nolan Wells, the Mississippi 18-year-old found dead after a July 4 boat trip, say they've uncovered disturbing details as they try to figure out what happened.

Charlie Kirk murder: Suspect Tyler Robinson declines to testify at preliminary hearing, will resume Sept. 1

The week-long preliminary hearing for the man accused of killing Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk concluded Friday with prosecutors presenting evidence against Tyler Robinson to proceed to a trial.  Robinson declined to testify at the hearing.

Man accused of shooting girlfriend in Auburndale pulls gun on deputies who shot him: PCSO

A man was shot by Polk County law enforcement officers Friday morning after investigators say he shot his girlfriend twice, killing her outside a Spectrum store in Auburndale.