1 dead, 1 in custody after deputy-involved shooting
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is investigating a deputy-involved shooting that left one man dead and another under arrest. It happened on 36th Street South in St. Petersburg.
Hillsborough County looks to ban retail puppy sales
It’s now been four months since more than 300 dogs were rescued from a Tampa breeding facility. Since then, county commissioners said they want to crack down on stores that sell pets, but some businesses say they’re being unfairly targeted.
Florida Supreme Court judges back away from death penalty ruling
The Florida Supreme Court said Thursday that unanimous jury recommendations are not necessary before death sentences can be imposed, as justices backed away from a 2016 decision that revamped the state’s capital-punishment system.
Despite prison sentence for man who plotted her death, Big Cat Rescue CEO still 'looking over my shoulder'
The man who calls himself "Joe Exotic" is going to prison for trying to hire a hitman to kill an animal activist in the Bay Area.
Woman hospitalized in New Jersey with coronavirus symptoms
The New Jersey Department of Health has sent out a statement saying that Hackensack University Medical Center and local health officials are working together to gather additional information on a woman who is currently being evaluated for symptoms consistent with coronavirus.
Mama dog found on side of road pulling crate filled with puppies
A mother dog was found on the side of the road pulling a crate with four of her puppies crammed inside. Now they are headed to a rescue.
Border patrol seizes more than 200 pounds of meth allegedly hidden in car by grandma, granddaughter
A 65-year-old woman and her 19-year-old granddaughter were arrested at the California-Mexico border on suspicion of trying to get a vehicle containing more than 200 pounds of meth through the border.
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo rallies Trump supporters in Bushnell
A member of President Donald Trump’s Cabinet stopped int he Bay Area Thursday.
Homeless woman among those arrested for trying to buy, sell people for sex
A homeless woman was among those arrested for allegedly trying to buy or sell someone for sex.
One year later, site of Sebring bank massacre becomes memorial
Today marks one year since five innocent women were shot and killed inside a SunTrust bank. The building on U.S. 27 has since been demolished. In its place sits a brand new park that was built in the victims' memory.
Video: Mischievous 3-month-old puppy rescued after getting head stuck in spare tire in Coachella
A cute and mischievous 3-month-old puppy was rescued by firefighters after getting her head stuck in a spare tire in Coachella on Wednesday.
Single mom teaches daughter with cerebral palsy to walk in touching videos
A North Carolina mom was able to teach her 4-year-old daughter who has cerebral palsy to walk on her own in a year.
Valrico bank robbery, murder suspect to face death penalty
Prosecutors say the violent and deadly crimes committed by career criminal James Hanson last August are callous and heinous, which is why the Hillsborough State Attorney's Office is seeking the death penalty against him.
Noted USF team to help Hillsborough County expand search for lost cemeteries
Hillsborough County commissioners voted unanimously Thursday to partner with the University of South Florida to fully investigate where and how many forgotten graveyards might be on county-owned property and how to handle the ones that are re-discovered.
NFL says no tailgating for Super Bowl 54 in Miami; fans erupt on social media
The National Football League said tailgating is not allowed at Super Bowl LIV in Miami on Sunday.
In daughter's name, mom champions nationwide database for emergency contacts
In 2005, Christine's daughter was killed by a drunk driver in a motorcycle crash on U.S. 19 in Palmetto. It took six hours for her to find out -- something she wants to keep from happening to anyone else.
Bradenton man becomes millionaire after buying $10 scratch-off lotto ticket
Lottery officials said Walker chose to receive his winnings in a one-time, lump-sum payment of $1,475,000.
Department of Health investigating case of measles in Hillsborough County
Healthcare providers in Hillsborough County are asked to be on heightened alert for measles after an adult male, who traveled to South America, tested positive for the disease.
Manatee County deputies arrest man pointing lasers at pilots
A man is behind bars after allegedly pointing a laser at planes landing at the Sarasota Bradenton Airport.
Military training could translate to Florida college credits
Florida lawmakers are fast-tracking legislation that would allow service members and veterans to receive college credits for their military training, with the goal of saving time and money.