Family of Bradenton “peacewalker" outraged over potential plea deal in fatal hit-and-run

In a Bradenton neighborhood, Joseph Dralus, Sr. was known as the "Peace Walker" – a beloved figure who greeted passersby with a smile and a peace sign during his daily walks. 

Teen among two injured in Tampa shooting: Officers

A teenager was among two injured in a Tampa shooting Wednesday afternoon, according to the Tampa Police Department. 

Amber Alert: Pinellas Park girl found safe in North Carolina, mother’s ex-boyfriend arrested

A 12-year-old Pinellas Park girl, who was the subject of a statewide Amber Alert issued on Wednesday, was found in North Carolina, and the man accused of kidnapping her is behind bars. 

Judge upholds DNA evidence in Bryan Kohberger Idaho murders trial

A judge has ruled on the use of DNA evidence in the trial of Bryan Kohberger, accused of murdering four University of Idaho students.

Davis Islands attack: Social media message reveals threats, racist comments from victim to one of the suspects

A social media message, shared anonymously with FOX 13 on Wednesday, sheds some light on what preceded an attack by a group of teenagers at a Tampa dog park that left another teen unconscious.

Missing South Florida teen safely located after statewide alert

A teenager who was reported missing from Hallandale Beach has been safely located following a statewide missing child alert on Wednesday. No other details were provided. 

Swan theft suspect arrested, 2nd man sought, Polk deputies say

One of two men accused of stealing a pair of swans and their eggs from a Polk County mobile home community has been arrested, the sheriff's office announced.

DeSantis signs death warrant for killer convicted for 1993 double murder of Florida child and her grandmother

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed a death warrant for inmate Edward James, who was sentenced to death for the 1993 murders of a woman and her 8-year-old granddaughter in Seminole County.

Missing Florida boy found after statewide alert

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement says a missing boy last seen in North Central Florida has been found and is safe.

Madeline Soto case: Stephan Sterns asks judge to ban public, press from court hearing

Stephen Sterns, the man accused of raping and murdering 13-year-old Madeline Soto in Florida, is asking a judge to ban the public and members of the press from attending his pre-trial court hearings.

Sarasota man accused of exposing himself gets into chase with officer, ending in crash

A Sarasota man accused of exposing himself in public was arrested Tuesday after getting into a chase with a North Port police officer, which ended in a crash. 

Florida boy, 14, arrested for shooting at roosters with BB gun in New Smyrna Beach, police say

A 14-year-old boy in Florida has been arrested, accused of shooting BBs at roosters in New Smyrna Beach, police said. It is the second child to be found with a gun in 24 hours and arrested.