Pasco double-murderer set for execution, sparking intense legal battle over age, declining health

Dominick Occhicone is scheduled to face execution on July 28 for the 1986 cold-blooded murders of his ex-girlfriend's parents in Pasco County, sparking an intense legal battle over his advanced age and failing health.

Pasco County traffic alert: Deadly crash closes I-75 southbound lanes in Wesley Chapel: FHP

A deadly crash Friday morning near mile marker 279 has closed all southbound lanes on Interstate 75 in Wesley Chapel, creating a lengthy backup during the morning commute, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Saint Leo University launches sober housing program for students in recovery

Saint Leo University is launching a new collegiate recovery program with dedicated sober housing this upcoming fall semester to support students struggling with addiction.

Zephyrhills house fire kills beloved father, youth baseball coach

A fast-moving house fire claimed the life of a 44-year-old youth baseball coach inside his Zephyr Heights home, officials and family members said.

Wesley Chapel family mourns man killed by falling tree during storm

A Wesley Chapel family is heartbroken and remembering the life of Mark Godsey, who was killed when a large tree crashed onto his home during strong storms in Pasco County earlier this week.

Hudson DUI arrest: Woman with children in car crashes into building and deputy's SUV: FHP

A Florida woman was arrested on multiple DUI-related charges after Florida Highway Patrol troopers say she crashed into a chiropractic building and backed into a Pasco County deputy's patrol SUV.

1 killed after tree falls onto Zephyrhills home: PCSO

Pasco County deputies are investigating after they say a tree collapsed onto a Zephyrhills home, leaving one person dead.

Pasco County community gathers at SunWest Park memorial after 3-year-old drowns during festival

A day after a holiday celebration turned tragic, visitors returned to Pasco County's SunWest Park to remember a 3-year-old boy who died after drowning during the park's Scallop and Music Festival. 

Fourth of July weekend lane closures: Bay Area interstates, highways and bridges affected through next week

Drivers traveling across the Bay Area should prepare for overnight lane closures and ongoing construction projects as the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) continues roadwork throughout the region next week.

1 dead after being pulled from burning Zephyrhills home

Pasco firefighters are investigating a deadly fire that sparked in a Zephyrhills neighborhood Thursday evening. 

CDC reports early, strong start to West Nile virus season

With the Fourth of July weekend approaching, health officials are urging Tampa Bay area residents to protect themselves against mosquito bites as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) tracks an early and strong start to the West Nile virus season.

Man critically injured after attempted burglary leads to shooting in Hudson

An attempted burglary spiraled into gunfire Wednesday evening in the Castleberry Court area of Hudson, leaving one person critically injured.