Several bystanders injured trying to save trapped pets inside burning Spring Hill home: HCFR

Bystanders rushed into a burning Spring Hill home to try and rescue several dogs and cats that were trapped inside on Saturday night, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.

Fire breaks out at Brooksville home, 1 person hospitalized: HCFR

One person was hospitalized and another was treated on scene for smoke inhalation after a fire broke out at a Brooksville home early on Saturday morning, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.

Florida man boards child’s school bus, swears at driver and threatens to come back with a gun: HCSO

The bus ride to JD Floyd Elementary School in Spring Hill was anything but typical on Friday morning after deputies say a parent climbed on board, spoke profanely to the driver and the attendant and threatened to come back with a gun.

Florida man arrested for murder after argument over dog leads to shooting: HCSO

A man faces a murder charge after Hernando County deputies say a ride home turned into an argument and led to gunfire in the middle of a neighborhood early Wednesday.

All clear given after dynamite found at Spring Hill home forces evacuations

The Hernando County Sheriff's Office says a Spring Hill neighborhood is back open after a stick of dynamite and a "hazardous material" were found at a home on Monday.

Fire destroys Brooksville home, investigation underway: HCFR

A fire at a Brooksville home caused portions of the roof and second story to collapse on Saturday afternoon, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.

Go camping in the wilds off of Weeki Wachee

In the wilds west of Weeki Wachee, the Mud River is a highway to an escape from city life and the grind of everyday work.

Deadly crash in Hernando County under investigation

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash in Hernando County early Friday.

Spring Hill teacher accused of DUI after crashing into school fence

A Spring Hill teacher found himself behind bars on the second day of school after deputies say he crashed into a fence at Explorer K-8 school on Tuesday.

Beacon Theatre in Brooksville evacuated after reports of smoke: HCFR

The Beacon Theatre in Brooksville was evacuated after reports of smoke in the building on Saturday night, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.

How Hernando first responders are using drones to save lives

Drones are now a critical part of emergency response in Hernando County. Officials say the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are doing much more than providing a bird’s-eye view — they're helping save lives and property during fires, storms, and search missions.

Possible lightning strike sparks blaze in Hernando County sledge pond: HCFR

A sledge pond in Hernando County caught fire shortly after midnight on Wednesday after firefighters said it was possibly struck by a bolt of lightning. 

Woman struck by lightning while mowing lawn: HCFR

A woman is recovering in the hospital after being struck by lightning while she was on a riding lawn mower, according to fire officials in Hernando County.