St. Pete police say woman faked crime using AI-generated image
It seems like artificial intelligence is involved in just about everything these days – including crimes.
Puppy stolen from Brandon cellphone store; two teens and two adults arrested
Two teenagers, an 18-year-old and a 19-year-old are accused of breaking into a cellphone store in Hillsborough County and stealing cellphones and a French Bulldog.
Armed suspect on the run after attempted bank robbery in Clearwater: police
Clearwater police are investigating after a man with a gun reportedly tried to rob a Regions Bank Wednesday morning.
Sisters accused of stealing nearly $2.5K in goods from Target: PCSO
A pair of sisters were arrested Tuesday after Polk County deputies say they were caught on surveillance stealing nearly $2,500 worth of home goods from a Target in Davenport.
New legislation aims to protect domestic violence victims and target serial abusers
In Tallahassee, new legislation has been filed with the goal of enhancing protections for domestic violence victims and addressing the issue of serial abusers. Advocates argue that this bill addresses critical gaps in the current system, particularly concerning restraining orders and missed opportunities for intervention.
Florida mom of missing girl last seen in June faces new charges
The mother of a missing Florida girl who hasn’t been seen since June is now facing more charges.
College student vanishes on Halloween just 'minutes' from home
The search is on in South Carolina for a 19-year-old college student who went missing "minutes from his house" on Halloween.
Fake money used in movies circulating in Florida: MCSO
A Florida sheriff’s office is warning people to double-check any cash they might receive because counterfeit bills are circulating in the state.
Video: Wrong-way, underage Florida DUI suspect almost slams head-on into police officer: Police
An 18-year-old accused of almost slamming into a Florida police officer has been arrested for DUI.
Oklahoma pastor faces human trafficking, sexual battery charges
An Oklahoma City-area pastor is facing new charges after investigators say he exploited and trafficked members of his congregation.
Florida man accused of opening fire at memorial service for homicide victim, killing 1, arrested
A memorial service in Florida for a homicide victim turned into a murder scene when a gunman opened fire on the mourners, killing one.
Florida’s ‘pillowcase rapist’ convicted in another 1980s attack
A man suspected of being the "pillowcase rapist" in a string of South Florida rapes back in the 1980s was convicted Monday in another one of the attacks.
Largo music producer reveals identity in sexual assault lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs
Jonathan Hay, a longtime producer and publicist who has worked in the music industry for three decades, said his professional relationship with Sean "Diddy" Combs began in early 2020.
Former Democrat politician may have fled country with son after allegedly stealing $30K: officials
Melissa Fireside allegedly stole $30K from her mother's boyfriend living in assisted living facility.
Man with knife hospitalized after deputy-involved shooting in Sarasota
A man armed with a knife was hospitalized after a deputy-involved shooting in Sarasota Tuesday morning.
Florida woman locked 2 dogs in backyard cages to die while she went on trip to Miami: LCSO
A Florida woman is accused of leaving two dogs for dead in a backyard while she went on a Miami trip.
Hillsborough County campus safety monitor facing 207 child porn and beastiality charges: HCSO
A campus safety monitor at Spoto High School is facing over 200 charges after the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office found hundreds of pictures and videos showing the sexual abuse of infants and young children, as well as sexual acts with animals.
Street takeover arrest in Riverview: HCSO
More than two dozen cars were involved in a street takeover that ended with one arrest early on Sunday morning, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Drunken rampage driver spared years of jail time as attorney works magic with plea deal
A drunken rampage from 2023 was settled in Hillsborough County Court on Tuesday.
First interview with Erika Kirk, widow of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, airs Wednesday on FOX News
The first interview with Erika Kirk, widow of Turning Point USA CEO and founder Charlie Kirk, airs on "Jesse Watters Primetime," on Wednesday, Nov. 5.