Missing Pasco County teen found safe

The Pasco County Sheriff's Office says a teen reported missing has been found safe.

Man arrested in deadly 2023 Valrico overdose: HCSO

A man was arrested in a deadly overdose that happened in Valrico back in 2023, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. 

Spring break warning: What to know about crime in these tourist hot spots

Travelers will start making plans for a getaway with spring break coming up, and here’s what you need to know before visiting these popular tourist destinations.

Florida teen threatens to ‘air out’ Brooksville supermarket before shooting at employee after argument: HCSO

A Florida teen accused of threatening a supermarket employee in Brooksville last week was arrested several days after deputies said he chased the victim as she drove away and shot at her car following an argument. 

Gabby Petito case: Brian Laundrie's sister estranged from family amid explosive new docuseries

Brian Laundrie's sister says she hasn't spoken to her parents in two years amid fallout from a new docuseries that reveals text messages between her and her mom that shows them joking about how police let Gabby Petito's killer slip out under their nose before ultimately killing himself in a park nearby.

Bryan Kohberger adds new lawyer ahead of murder trial: Who is Bicka Barlow?

Bicka Barlow, an expert on DNA forensics who testified as an expert witness for Bryan Kohberger during an August 2023 hearing, joins his defense team. Here's what to know ahead of the trial.

Jessica Lunsford's disappearance: Citrus County sheriff reflects on murder case 20 years later

Monday marks 20 years since 9-year-old Jessica Lunsford disappeared. A known sex offender was found guilty of murdering her, and the case has gone on to spark major changes in legislation.

Tavares Police: Florida boy, 10, 'tortured,' 'fighting for his life'

A 10-year-old boy brought to a Florida hospital on Saturday night was covered head-to-toe in bruises and burn marks -- and is “fighting for his life," according to the Tavares Police Department.

Lakeland police trainee accused of stealing from Walmart

A Lakeland police trainee found himself on the other side of the law and out of a job after investigators say he stole items from a Winter Haven Walmart. 

Avon Park student with disassembled gun, marijuana in backpack tased during scuffle with school staff: HCSO

A student at Avon Park High School who was tased while fighting with staff was arrested after deputies said they found a disassembled gun and a baggie of marijuana in his backpack on Monday. 

Dangerous hit-and-run U-Haul driver wanted after police chase: HCPD

Haines City police are looking for a dangerous hit-and-run U-Haul driver who recklessly drove away from officers on Friday night, according to HCPD.

Florida mom, fiancé arrested after 2-year-old boy found shot to death: Police

A 2-year-old Florida boy is dead, and his mother and her fiancé are facing charges after police say the child was shot and killed inside a Port St. Lucie home. 

Woman accused of hitting, killing beloved Bradenton 'Peace walker' to stand trial

A woman charged in a deadly Manatee County hit-and-run appeared stunned as a judge ruled she will stand trial nearly five years after the crash that killed an 82-year-old man.