Tampa shooting: Driver fires after armed man opens door
The Tampa Police Department is investigating a shooting following a man’s death early Sunday morning.
The Tampa Police Department is investigating a shooting following a man’s death early Sunday morning.
US Navy suspends search for sailor missing after helicopter crash in Arabian Sea
The U.S. Navy has suspended its active search for a sailor who went missing after an MH-60S helicopter crashed in the Arabian Sea on Wednesday.
The U.S. Navy has suspended its active search for a sailor who went missing after an MH-60S helicopter crashed in the Arabian Sea on Wednesday.
Plane hit by firework at Chicago’s Midway Airport, airline says
A plane was hit by a firework as it was landing at Chicago’s Midway International Airport on Saturday night.
A plane was hit by a firework as it was landing at Chicago’s Midway International Airport on Saturday night.
Three years after 7-year-old was killed in Fourth of July shooting, Tampa family still searching for justice
Three years after a stray bullet killed 7-year-old Yitzian Torres Garcia during a Fourth of July outing, his family says the holiday is no longer a celebration. Instead, they spend each Independence Day honoring his memory while pleading for answers in a case that remains unsolved.
Three years after a stray bullet killed 7-year-old Yitzian Torres Garcia during a Fourth of July outing, his family says the holiday is no longer a celebration. Instead, they spend each Independence Day honoring his memory while pleading for answers in a case that remains unsolved.
Missing South Carolina 4-year-old girl believed dead; Parents arrested
A South Carolina sheriff announced that investigators now believe 4-year-old Javeayah Harris is dead.
A South Carolina sheriff announced that investigators now believe 4-year-old Javeayah Harris is dead.
Florida man accused of stealing, selling Smokey Bear signs online for $1,900 a piece
A Florida Panhandle man is facing a federal charge after authorities accused him of stealing Smokey Bear signs from state forests and selling them online.
A Florida Panhandle man is facing a federal charge after authorities accused him of stealing Smokey Bear signs from state forests and selling them online.
St. Pete boating: Police project historic Fourth of July traffic spike
Marine law enforcement crews are heavily reinforcing patrols around St. Petersburg to crack down on impaired operators as historic holiday crowds arrive on local waterways.
Marine law enforcement crews are heavily reinforcing patrols around St. Petersburg to crack down on impaired operators as historic holiday crowds arrive on local waterways.
4 Tampa men sentenced to prison for armed robberies at Hillsborough County 7-Eleven stores
Four Tampa men who admitted to carrying out a pair of armed robberies at Hillsborough County convenience stores in 2024 have now been sentenced to prison, according to the State Attorney’s Office.
Four Tampa men who admitted to carrying out a pair of armed robberies at Hillsborough County convenience stores in 2024 have now been sentenced to prison, according to the State Attorney’s Office.
Woman allegedly planned to kill husband, burn home amid financial struggles, sheriff says
A 58-year-old North Carolina woman has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after investigators say she admitted to attacking her husband while he slept because of alleged financial difficulties.
A 58-year-old North Carolina woman has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after investigators say she admitted to attacking her husband while he slept because of alleged financial difficulties.
Haines City man drank 'several beers' before crash that killed teen dirt bike rider: PCSO
A Haines City man was arrested on DUI-related charges after Polk County deputies say he caused a three-vehicle crash while trying to pass traffic in a no-passing zone, killing a 17-year-old dirt bike rider.
A Haines City man was arrested on DUI-related charges after Polk County deputies say he caused a three-vehicle crash while trying to pass traffic in a no-passing zone, killing a 17-year-old dirt bike rider.
Safe Summer Series: Teen takeover prevention programs grow in Tampa
The Safe Summer Series continued on Thursday night with a basketball tournament, video game tournament, crafting event, social media competition and most importantly, an opportunity for kids to socialize in a safe way.
The Safe Summer Series continued on Thursday night with a basketball tournament, video game tournament, crafting event, social media competition and most importantly, an opportunity for kids to socialize in a safe way.
'Unstable' explosive device safely detonated in St. Pete backyard, prompts mobile home evacuations: Police
An “unstable” explosive device was detonated in the backyard of a St. Petersburg home on Thursday, prompting evacuations at a nearby mobile home park.
An “unstable” explosive device was detonated in the backyard of a St. Petersburg home on Thursday, prompting evacuations at a nearby mobile home park.
Dry weather prompts fire, safety warnings ahead of Fourth of July holiday in Tampa
Tampa officials are preparing for massive crowds at Julian B. Lane Park and across the downtown waterfront for Saturday's "Liberty by the Bay" celebration.
Tampa officials are preparing for massive crowds at Julian B. Lane Park and across the downtown waterfront for Saturday's "Liberty by the Bay" celebration.
Lifeguard staff beefed up, personal fireworks banned in Sarasota, Manatee counties over Fourth of July weekend
Law enforcement and first responders are urging communities to prioritize safety as crowds gather to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
Law enforcement and first responders are urging communities to prioritize safety as crowds gather to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
Florida issues 1st Spectrum Alert: What is it? How to sign up?
Florida has officially launched and issued its first-ever "Spectrum Alert," which is used to mobilize communities to search for missing children with autism. Here's how the system works and how to sign up for alerts.
Florida has officially launched and issued its first-ever "Spectrum Alert," which is used to mobilize communities to search for missing children with autism. Here's how the system works and how to sign up for alerts.
Former Olympian indicted for felony vandalism at DC Reflecting Pool
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Nancy Guthrie: California man pleads guilty to sending 'imposter ransom demand'
A California man who authorities say sent an "imposter ransom demand" to Nancy Guthrie's family members pleaded guilty to charges on Thursday.
A California man who authorities say sent an "imposter ransom demand" to Nancy Guthrie's family members pleaded guilty to charges on Thursday.
DOJ: Two illegal alien brothers from Romania plead guilty to multi-state stolen SNAP benefit scheme
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) says two Romanian brothers who are illegally in the United States pleaded guilty Thursday to orchestrating a fraud scheme involving Supplemental Nutrition Assistant Program (SNAP) benefits in several states.
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) says two Romanian brothers who are illegally in the United States pleaded guilty Thursday to orchestrating a fraud scheme involving Supplemental Nutrition Assistant Program (SNAP) benefits in several states.
USF announces new off-campus housing safety measures after student murders
Before students return for the fall semester, the University of South Florida is making security changes for off-campus housing providers.
Before students return for the fall semester, the University of South Florida is making security changes for off-campus housing providers.
Venice man shot, later died after allegedly breaking into apartment and attacking resident: Police
The Venice Police Department released new details about a deadly apartment shooting this week, saying the man who was killed allegedly forced his way into another man's apartment, attacked him and threatened to shoot him before a struggle over a firearm ended in the intruder's death.
The Venice Police Department released new details about a deadly apartment shooting this week, saying the man who was killed allegedly forced his way into another man's apartment, attacked him and threatened to shoot him before a struggle over a firearm ended in the intruder's death.