Florida man convicted of killing teen protecting 5-year-old sister during home invasion heads to death row
A Florida man who was convicted of breaking into a Charlotte County home and killing a teenager inside as he protected his little sister has been sentenced to death.
A Florida man who was convicted of breaking into a Charlotte County home and killing a teenager inside as he protected his little sister has been sentenced to death.
Former '16 & Pregnant' star Whitney Purvis left obit comment before arrest
New details are emerging in the case of Whitney Blake Purvis, a former star of MTV’s 16 & Pregnant, who is now facing felony involuntary manslaughter charges in connection to a man’s fatal overdose.
New details are emerging in the case of Whitney Blake Purvis, a former star of MTV’s 16 & Pregnant, who is now facing felony involuntary manslaughter charges in connection to a man’s fatal overdose.
Woman found guilty of killing in-laws with poisonous mushrooms in beef Wellington
Erin Patterson has been found guilty of murdering three relatives by serving them a beef Wellington laced with poisonous mushrooms, in a case that shocked Australia.
Erin Patterson has been found guilty of murdering three relatives by serving them a beef Wellington laced with poisonous mushrooms, in a case that shocked Australia.
Marco Rubio imposter using AI to call high-level officials
The U.S. State Department is warning diplomats of an AI-driven scheme impersonating Sec. Marco Rubio to contact top officials via fake texts and voice messages. Here’s what we know.
The U.S. State Department is warning diplomats of an AI-driven scheme impersonating Sec. Marco Rubio to contact top officials via fake texts and voice messages. Here’s what we know.
Church vandalism results in arrest
Man caught defacing church arrested by deputies.
Man caught defacing church arrested by deputies.
Man accidentally shot, killed in Tampa: Police
Tampa police are investigating the shooting death of a man on Monday night.
Tampa police are investigating the shooting death of a man on Monday night.
Iranian sleeper cells may be waiting to target rural US areas, terrorism expert warns
A former FBI special agent tells FOX News that these sleeper cells could be targeting the nation's rural areas since they're "not well protected."
A former FBI special agent tells FOX News that these sleeper cells could be targeting the nation's rural areas since they're "not well protected."
Drone tracks down theft suspect hiding in sewer
A man accused of stealing from a store was found hiding in an unusual spot.
A man accused of stealing from a store was found hiding in an unusual spot.
Florida man clings to back of moving UPS truck to avoid deputies after Lowe's shoplifting attempt: officials
A Florida man allegedly tried to steal $1,500 worth of merchandise from Lowe’s, then fled on the back of a UPS truck. Deputies tracked him down with help from a citizen.
A Florida man allegedly tried to steal $1,500 worth of merchandise from Lowe’s, then fled on the back of a UPS truck. Deputies tracked him down with help from a citizen.
Security guard facing child porn charges, small camera found in company car: affidavit
A security guard in Tampa is facing child pornography charges after a small camera was found in his car with explicit images on it, according to an arrest affidavit.
A security guard in Tampa is facing child pornography charges after a small camera was found in his car with explicit images on it, according to an arrest affidavit.
Donuts and fireworks: 2 arrested in street takeover during FHP crackdown in Orlando
Authorities in Orange County arrested two men following a chaotic Fourth of July street takeover involving nearly 50 vehicles, illegal stunt driving, and fireworks launched from moving cars, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) said Monday.
Authorities in Orange County arrested two men following a chaotic Fourth of July street takeover involving nearly 50 vehicles, illegal stunt driving, and fireworks launched from moving cars, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) said Monday.
'16 & Pregnant' star charged with involuntary manslaughter in Georgia
Former "16 & Pregnant" star Whitney Purvis is accused of supplying a drug combination that led to a Georgia man's fatal overdose.
Former "16 & Pregnant" star Whitney Purvis is accused of supplying a drug combination that led to a Georgia man's fatal overdose.
Increased gun use among Florida teens over two decades, study finds
The percentage of Florida teens who say they carry handguns has jumped significantly over the last two decades. According to a new study published in the journal Pediatrics, 6% of middle and high school students surveyed in 2022 admitted to carrying a handgun—compared to just 3.7% in 2002.
The percentage of Florida teens who say they carry handguns has jumped significantly over the last two decades. According to a new study published in the journal Pediatrics, 6% of middle and high school students surveyed in 2022 admitted to carrying a handgun—compared to just 3.7% in 2002.
Robin Severance-Lopez released from jail after posting bond in alleged illegal gambling charge
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, walked out of the Lake County Jail on Monday evening, just a few hours after a judge gave clearance for her to post bond.
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, walked out of the Lake County Jail on Monday evening, just a few hours after a judge gave clearance for her to post bond.
Boater charged with BUI manslaughter in 2024 crash
A Tampa man is charged with BUI manslaughter in a deadly boat crash in July 2024 appeared in court on Monday.
A Tampa man is charged with BUI manslaughter in a deadly boat crash in July 2024 appeared in court on Monday.
Texas flooding: Sightseers hamper first responders in Kerrville, police say
Sightseers are impacting rescue and recovery efforts by first responders in the Kerrville area, says the police department. Residents and visitors are being urged to avoid the area.
Sightseers are impacting rescue and recovery efforts by first responders in the Kerrville area, says the police department. Residents and visitors are being urged to avoid the area.
Florida man arrested after dog, 2 cats found decomposing in home: SPPD
A man faces a list of criminal charges after St. Petersburg police say they found three pets decomposing inside his home, along with a fourth animal in desperate need of medical attention.
A man faces a list of criminal charges after St. Petersburg police say they found three pets decomposing inside his home, along with a fourth animal in desperate need of medical attention.
Honduran national arrested in July 4 deadly hit-and-run crash: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says deputies have arrested a Honduran national accused of causing a deadly crash on the Fourth of July, then taking off.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says deputies have arrested a Honduran national accused of causing a deadly crash on the Fourth of July, then taking off.
Driver hospitalized after car crashes into home: SPPD
A driver is recovering from injuries after crashing into a home with two people inside early Monday, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.
A driver is recovering from injuries after crashing into a home with two people inside early Monday, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.
Father’s pursuit for missing daughter heats up with new evidence in case that’s no longer cold
Florida investigators have reignited the search for Jennifer Kesse after her Orlando disappearance.
Florida investigators have reignited the search for Jennifer Kesse after her Orlando disappearance.