Ashley Benefield convicted of manslaughter in 'Black Swan' murder trial

A jury has convicted former professional ballerina Ashley Benefield of manslaughter in the so-called ‘Black Swan’ murder trial in Manatee County.

Suspect behind bars after deadly shooting at Mexican restaurant in Brooksville: HCSO

A suspect has been arrested in a deadly shooting at a convenience grocery store connected to a Mexican restaurant in Brooksville on Tuesday morning, according to authorities.

Taylor Swift says she’s 'completely in shock' after UK dance class attack

Taylor Swift said she’s "completely in shock" after a 17-year-old boy attacked children at a Swift-themed dance and yoga class in Southport, England.

UK stabbing: 2 children killed, 9 others injured in ‘ferocious attack,’ police say

A 17-year-old boy is in custody after a stabbing during a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in England. Two children have died and nine others have been injured with some in serious condition, officials said.

Ashley Benefield murder trial: Witnesses testify as defense attempts to paint picture of domestic violence

Several witnesses for the defense took the stand Monday in the Ashley Benefield trial in Manatee County. The 32-year-old is a former professional ballerina accused of murdering her husband Doug in 2020.

Florida woman arrested for ignoring Walmart ban in search of favorite Diet Pepsi, deputies say

A woman who was banned from visiting Walmart in Ocala was arrested last week after she returned to the store on the hunt for a specific pack of Diet Pepsi, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.

2 injured after shooting in Tampa, police investigating

The Tampa Police Department says they are investigating a shooting that happened early Monday morning.

Florida prisoner fakes injury then escapes hospital before arrest during 7-hour manhunt: Deputies

A sheriff's K-9 dragged a screaming Anthony Romine from beneath a bush in the Flagler County woods. Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly said the escaped suspect may have run, but he couldn't hide.

Crash caused power outage in Winter Haven, police say

Officials say power was out at businesses along Havendale Blvd after a car crashed into a power pole early Sunday morning.