Man killed in apparent worksite accident at Brooksville cement mine
Emergency crews in Hernando County say an apparent industrial accident claimed the life of a cement worker Friday morning.
Hernando County deputy, K-9 injured in crash
Three people, including a deputy, and a K-9, were injured Friday night in a crash at the intersection of Cortez Blvd. and Jasmine Drive in Brooksville, according to the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office.
Carjackers swipe Brooksville truck unaware boy was in back seat
Two men are behind bars after deputies say they stole a truck with a child inside. They didn't get very far before investigators say they yanked him out of the car before taking off again.
Man accused of smuggling 5 from Arizona to Florida arrested in Hernando County
Five victims of human smuggling have been sent to the Tampa Border Patrol Station and the man accused of being paid to transport them to Tampa has been arrested, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Weeki Wachee Springs to receive $13 million from state to manage water quality
Florida's governor chose one of the state's oldest roadside attractions – right in Hernando County – to announce a statewide initiative to improve water quality.
Human smuggling suspects arrested in 2 different I-75 traffic stops
Troopers say two different Interstate 75 traffic stops – in two different counties but just minutes apart – resulted in human smuggling arrests Monday afternoon.
Deputies arrest Spring Hill man accused of sexually assaulting child
A Spring Hill man is behind bars after investigators said he sexually assaulted a young girl in her home.
Wind causes trees to come crashing down on Brooksville home
Two large oak trees fell onto a home after strong winds roared through areas of Hernando County Thursday.
Hernando County’s 'resident Guy Fieri’ shines spotlight on area restaurants
When real estate agent Ross Hardy visits a restaurant, it's not to put it on the market. Instead, he is there to highlight it through an effort called ‘Hungry in Hernando’.
Hernando deputies search for suspect who fired shots toward apartment building
Hernando County deputies said are searching for the person involved in a shooting at a Spring Hill apartment after receiving conflicting information on the suspect and vehicle description.
Is this Florida's most haunted house?
If you're looking for a real haunted house to visit this season, look no further than Brooksville. The May-Stringer House is offering ghost tours.
Governor announces funds for workforce training site in Hernando
During a Monday morning stop in Brooksville, DeSantis said that the state will be awarding just over $6 million to Hernando County to build an education center for workforce training programs.
Three years later, murder of Spring Hill man remains unsolved
This weekend will mark three years since a Spring Hill man was murdered during a home invasion, and detectives are still searching for answers.
Road Ranger working at I-75 crash site hit by driver that went around traffic cones
A Road Ranger working at the site of a rollover crash on Interstate 75 in Hernando County had to be airlifted with serious injuries after being hit by a driver who drove around traffic cones that had been set up on the highway.
As veteran or volunteer, K9 Partners for Patriots give service dogs and their partners purpose
For one veteran, he plans to become a trainer and help other vets at the very place that saved him: K9 Partners for Patriots in Brooksville. The organization is hoping to expand to help veterans and their dog partners.
Hernando County firefighter dies from COVID-19 complications
David Hackett, 44, died from complications of COVID-19 on Saturday evening, according to Hernando County Fire and Emergency Services.
Brooksville center combines physical therapy, horses to help those with disabilities
Lisa Michelangelo created the Emerald M Therapeutic Riding Center 14 years ago and combines her knowledge of physical therapy with the healing power of horses.
Apparent murder-suicide leaves 2 dead in Brooksville
Hernando County deputies said two people died in Brooksville during the overnight hours in an apparent murder-suicide.
FHP: Hernando crash victims pull out shotgun, carjack good Samaritans
Around 7:30 Tuesday morning, a black 2021 Nissan Sentra with Oklahoma plates hit a guardrail on I-75 in Hernando County, according to Florida Highway Patrol troopers. Seeing this, a mother and daughter from Jacksonville, acting as good Samaritans, stopped to help. That's where things took a terrifying turn.
Corvette crashes into rear of Hernando County school bus
Hernando County deputies said there were no children on a school bus when a vehicle crashed into it on Wednesday morning.