Iraqi man charged in global Iran-linked terror plot targeting Jews, US interests

An Iraqi national accused of orchestrating a wave of Iran-linked terror attacks across Europe and North America has been arrested and charged in federal court.

Father arrested for DUI with 5-year-old in the backseat: HCSO

A man from Wimauma has been arrested for driving under the influence after deputies responded to a call about a person-down at a Shell gas station in Plant City.

Alex Murdaugh retrial could bring potential death penalty

Prosecutors could seek the death penalty against Alex Murdaugh if he is found guilty again at a new trial after the state Supreme Court overturned his murder convictions.

Tampa police host event aimed at preventing teen takeovers: 'Know the officer behind the badge'

Exactly one week after a "teen takeover" in downtown Tampa led to 22 arrests, the Tampa Police Department hosted a community event on Friday night aimed at keeping teens out of trouble.

Fidelity $2.5M data breach settlement: See if you qualify

Fidelity Investments settled a $2.5 million lawsuit following a 2024 data breach that compromised the personal and financial information of tens of thousands of customers.

Man pleads guilty in fatal shooting of rapper Young Dolph

A Tennessee man pleaded guilty Friday in the 2021 killing of Memphis rapper Young Dolph, bringing a major chapter of the high-profile murder case to a close.

Manatee County father arrested after child finds gun under bed, accidentally shoots 5-year-old sibling: MCSO

A Manatee County man is facing a felony charge after investigators say one of his children found a gun under his father's bed and accidentally shot his 5-year-old sibling inside their home in March.

Sarasota police credit major crime reduction to the impact of Real-Time Operations Center technology

Even with more people moving to the area and an ever-changing landscape, the city of Sarasota is seeing a decrease in crime. The Sarasota Police Department reports an 18% decrease in crime across the city. 

Auburn grad who just landed dream job allegedly shot and killed by boyfriend's father in Alabama

An Alabama man is facing charges two months after allegedly shooting his son's 22-year-old girlfriend, who was a recent Auburn University graduate and had just landed her dream job as an interior designer.

Florida daycare worker claims she ‘spazzed out’ while violently beating infant: BCSO

A Florida daycare worker is behind bars after deputies say she admitted to "spazzing out" and violently slamming a 3-month-old infant into a crib, causing catastrophic injuries.

Harvey Weinstein rape retrial ends in mistrial after jury deadlock

Harvey Weinstein’s New York rape retrial ended in a mistrial Friday after jurors failed to reach a unanimous verdict following three days of deliberations.

Baby rescued, suspect killed during human trafficking operation with ties to Tampa: FDLE

An 11-month-old baby was rescued after a months-long human trafficking operation that led to the death of its suspected human trafficker, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.

Rapper Kodak Black arrested in Florida for 2nd time this month, records show

Rapper Kodak Black has been arrested in Florida for a second time this month, just a week after he was booked into the Orange County Jail on a drug trafficking charge.

Convicted felon, known gang member arrested for drug trafficking: HCSO

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested a convicted felon and known gang member on Wednesday after serving a search warrant in Apollo Beach.