Colombian man accused of DUI at 101 mph on I-4 now faces ICE hold: PCSO

A Colombian man who deputies say is in the United States illegally was arrested Saturday after allegedly driving more than 100 mph while impaired on Interstate 4 in Polk County, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.

Hillsborough woman accused of murder in death of 3-year-old girl: HCSO

A Hillsborough County woman was arrested in connection with the death of a 3-year-old girl who investigators say suffered deadly injuries while in her care.

3 men accused of using jail trustee to smuggle meth, tobacco and drugs into Florida jail

Three men face criminal charges after law enforcement uncovered a scheme to smuggle drugs and tobacco into a Florida jail facility using a decoy package operation, according to the Bay County Sheriff's Office. 

Hillsborough deputies arrest suspect in $20,000 stolen identity jewelry case

A man was arrested two months after being accused of buying $20,000 worth of jewelry using someone else’s identity in Hillsborough County.

Florida man who allegedly lured women with dating app could have more victims: authorities

Palm Beach County authorities are asking women to come forward if they’ve had encounters with a Florida man who allegedly met victims through online dating platforms.

Florida Back-to-School Tax Holiday starts Monday: What you can save on

Florida's month-long Back-to-School Tax Holiday officially begins Monday, allowing families statewide to purchase computers, clothes and traditional school supplies completely tax-free. 

Former Scouts fight proposed sale of 604 acres at Sand Hill Scout Reservation

For generations, Sand Hill Reservation has served as a destination for camping, hiking and Scout activities in Hernando County. Now, a proposal involving nearly half of the property has former Scouts fighting to preserve a place they say helped shape their lives. 

Tropical Depression Two expected to become tropical storm Monday

Tropical Depression Two continues to organize in the Gulf and is expected to strengthen into a tropical storm later Monday as it tracks near Florida's northern Gulf Coast over the next several days.

$11K reward for Florida murder suspect Isabelle Johnson as search widens

A multi-state manhunt is intensifying across Florida, Georgia and Alabama for 38-year-old Isabelle Rose Johnson, who is wanted for murder.

Tropical Depression Two forms: What it means for your week

Tropical Depression Two formed off Florida’s west coast Sunday morning and is expected to become Tropical Storm Bertha within the next day or two as it continues to organize.

Win or lose, World Cup sparks lasting soccer growth across Tampa Bay

For the past five weeks, the FIFA World Cup has done something remarkable: it has brought people together, turning total strangers into passionate fans and transforming local cities into one big community.

Polk County firefighters battle fire at Battery USA in Lakeland: PCFR

Polk County Fire Rescue said it was working to extinguish a commercial structure fire on Combee Road in Lakeland. The building was a Battery USA store.

Chill out this summer with the Nueva Cantina frozen menu and cool food offerings

A local Mexican street taquería is cooling down the summer heat with a dedicated seasonal drink and food menu running through August. Raul Medina of Nueva Cantina shared details about the custom themes that his scratch kitchen is bringing to guests.

Unexpected baby born at Brandon hospital shifts vacation plans for Rhode Island couple

A Rhode Island couple received the surprise of a lifetime when a medical visit for stomach pain revealed the woman was in labor hours before their planned cruise departed from the Tampa Bay area.