Lightning strike sparks Crystal River house fire: CCFR

Lightning caused a house fire on W. Jehle Court in Crystal River on Saturday afternoon, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.

Man charged with second-degree murder after woman shot during Citrus County hostage situation: CCSO

The man that deputies say shot and killed a woman during a hostage situation at a Citrus County home on Friday has been charged with second-degree murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, according to the Citrus County Sheriff's Office.

6-year-old spreads joy with homemade bracelets

Huck Dominy, a shy six-year-old from Citrus County, found a creative way to build his confidence and bring a smile to others' faces. 

Florida teen killed, driver caught hiding in chicken coop after fiery high-speed crash on I-75: FHP

A high-speed crash that caused a car to burst into flames along I-75 left a Citrus County teen dead and the 17-year-old driver facing felony charges after troopers say he ran from the scene.

Citrus County man tries to shoot teenager after ‘disrespecting’ his sister: Deputies

A Citrus County man is accused of attempted murder after deputies say he shot at the older brother of a teenager who accused him of disrespecting their 16-year-old sister. 

Suspect forces himself into Beverly Hills home, shoots man several times: CCSO

A suspect is in custody after he forced his way into a Beverly Hills home and shot a man several times, critically injuring him, according to the Citrus County Sheriff's Office.

Lightning sparks house fire with woman, pets inside: CCFR

A home sustained tens of thousands of dollars in damage after a lightning strike sparked a fire, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.

Dog and two birds die after lighting strike starts fire at Beverly Hills home: CCFR

A lightning strike during a severe Saturday evening storm sparked a house fire in Beverly Hills, killing a dog and two birds, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.

1-year-old girl dies after car crash in Citrus County: FHP

A 1-year-old child died and a man was seriously injured after a car crash in Citrus County on Monday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

4th of July celebrations across the Tampa Bay Area: what to know

As we approach the 4th of July, there are many communities and local groups that are putting on celebrations across the Tampa Bay Area that you won't want to miss.

Coast Guard rescues 2 boaters after boat crashes into dayboard

The U.S. Coast Guard is praising a boat crew that rushed to the aid of two boaters on Crystal River after their vessel hit a dayboard.

Homosassa woman struck by trailer, killed: FHP

A Homosassa woman is dead after she was run over by a GMC pickup towing a utility trailer late on Friday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.