Rays' Wander Franco now accused of human trafficking, sexual abuse of minor: Authorities
Rays star shortstop Wander Franco has been accused of human trafficking in addition to his existing charges of sexual abuse and exploitation of a minor.
Rays star shortstop Wander Franco has been accused of human trafficking in addition to his existing charges of sexual abuse and exploitation of a minor.
Rays shortstop Wander Franco formally charged with sexually abusing a 14-year-old girl
Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco was formally charged on Tuesday by prosecutors in the Dominican Republic with sexually abusing a 14-year-old girl.
Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco was formally charged on Tuesday by prosecutors in the Dominican Republic with sexually abusing a 14-year-old girl.
Dozens of loaded guns found at TSA checkpoints at TPA so far this year
TSA broke records Sunday, screening 3 million passengers nationwide, but some of those passengers are breaking the law with what they are bringing in their carry-ons.
TSA broke records Sunday, screening 3 million passengers nationwide, but some of those passengers are breaking the law with what they are bringing in their carry-ons.
Woman arrested after admitting to making online death threats against Gov. DeSantis: HCSO
A woman is facing charges after she admitted to making death threats online against Gov. Ron DeSantis, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
A woman is facing charges after she admitted to making death threats online against Gov. Ron DeSantis, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Dunedin woman arrested after sexual encounters with 15-year-old boy: Investigators
A Dunedin woman was arrested for sexual encounters with a 15-year-old boy, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said.
A Dunedin woman was arrested for sexual encounters with a 15-year-old boy, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said.
Tampa man accused of killing brother in shooting stemming from argument: Deputies
A Tampa man was arrested after he confessed to shooting and killing his brother on Monday after an argument.
A Tampa man was arrested after he confessed to shooting and killing his brother on Monday after an argument.
Drug overdose deaths down in Florida, state officials remain concerned
State leaders announced “encouraging” data on overdose deaths in Florida. Attorney General Ashley Moody shared the 2023 Florida Medical Examiners Interim Report on Tuesday, which outlines data on drug-related deaths from the first half of 2023.
State leaders announced “encouraging” data on overdose deaths in Florida. Attorney General Ashley Moody shared the 2023 Florida Medical Examiners Interim Report on Tuesday, which outlines data on drug-related deaths from the first half of 2023.
Suspected gang members from Hillsborough County arrested in federal investigation
Six suspected gang members from Hillsborough County are in federal custody following a widespread investigation that spanned several years and four states, U.S. Attorney Roger Handberg announced Tuesday.
Six suspected gang members from Hillsborough County are in federal custody following a widespread investigation that spanned several years and four states, U.S. Attorney Roger Handberg announced Tuesday.
'Camp Ignite' provides fire rescue training to teenage girls
A group of twelve young girls is taking on St. Petersburg’s fire rescue "Camp Ignite" program.
A group of twelve young girls is taking on St. Petersburg’s fire rescue "Camp Ignite" program.
Missing Florida mom rescued by Coast Guard after thunderstorm separated her from family while paddleboarding
A Florida family is back together after a thunderstorm derailed a paddleboard trip, separating a woman from her husband and child.
A Florida family is back together after a thunderstorm derailed a paddleboard trip, separating a woman from her husband and child.
Man dies after being found unresponsive in Discovery Cove Orlando pool: Sheriff's office
A man has died after being found unresponsive in a Discovery Cove Orlando pool on Monday morning, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
A man has died after being found unresponsive in a Discovery Cove Orlando pool on Monday morning, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Tampa police search for suspect who robbed motel at gunpoint
Tampa police are searching for a man they say robbed a local motel at gunpoint before bolting last week.
Tampa police are searching for a man they say robbed a local motel at gunpoint before bolting last week.
Deputies recover body of missing Florida boy with autism
The body of a missing 4-year-old non-verbal boy with autism has been recovered, according to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office.
The body of a missing 4-year-old non-verbal boy with autism has been recovered, according to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office.
Gypsy Rose Blanchard announces pregnancy with partner Ken Urker
Gypsy Rose Blanchard has announced her pregnancy on social media, revealing she and her partner Ken Urker are expecting a baby in January 2025.
Gypsy Rose Blanchard has announced her pregnancy on social media, revealing she and her partner Ken Urker are expecting a baby in January 2025.
3 arrested after suspect runs over Hillsborough County deputy during traffic stop: 'I'm incensed'
Days after a Hillsborough County deputy was released from the hospital after being run over by a suspect during a traffic stop, the sheriff says three people have been arrested in connection with the investigation.
Days after a Hillsborough County deputy was released from the hospital after being run over by a suspect during a traffic stop, the sheriff says three people have been arrested in connection with the investigation.
St. Petersburg women arrested during traffic stop after drugs, gun found inside hidden compartments: Deputies
During a traffic stop for a tint violation, deputies say they found drugs and a gun hidden in a magnetic box.
During a traffic stop for a tint violation, deputies say they found drugs and a gun hidden in a magnetic box.
Manatee County woman arrested for stealing from Bradenton small business she worked at
A Manatee County woman is accused of stealing cash from a small business she worked at in Bradenton by manipulating the register, according to records.
A Manatee County woman is accused of stealing cash from a small business she worked at in Bradenton by manipulating the register, according to records.
Florida mass school shooter agrees to donate brain to science in stunning settlement
"I figured if scientists studied his brain they might be able to figure out what created this monster."
"I figured if scientists studied his brain they might be able to figure out what created this monster."
Phishing scam targeting iCloud users through text messages
If you have an iPhone, then you know your iCloud login information is important. It holds the keys to email passwords, bank info and pictures. However, scammers have figured out a way to con people into handing it over for free.
If you have an iPhone, then you know your iCloud login information is important. It holds the keys to email passwords, bank info and pictures. However, scammers have figured out a way to con people into handing it over for free.
Death investigation underway after man found shot: HCSO
Hillsborough County deputies are working to figure out who shot and killed a man in a neighborhood Monday evening.
Hillsborough County deputies are working to figure out who shot and killed a man in a neighborhood Monday evening.