1 dead, another injured in shooting at Lakewood Ranch apartment complex: SCSO

Detectives with the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office are investigating a shooting that left one dead and another hurt at an apartment complex in Lakewood Ranch.

Lake Placid man, 12-year-old girl killed in head-on crash involving hit-and-run vehicle: FHP

A head-on collision involving a hit-and-run vehicle on Harborview Road in Charlotte Harbor Saturday night left two people dead, including a 12-year-old girl, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Mar-a-Lago: Armed man shot, killed after breaching secure perimeter

An armed man was shot and killed after entering the secured perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, according to the U.S. Secret Service.

Man arrested on murder charge in Bradenton overnight shooting: MCSO

A man faces a murder charge in the early morning shooting that left a 23-year-old man dead in Bradenton Sunday, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.

Hillsborough County hosts Prescribed Fire Fest as early brush fire season heats up

Even before peak brush fire season arrives, wildfire crews across the region are already busy. From Polk County to Wimauma, dry conditions have sparked fires and raised concerns about what the months ahead could bring.

Native American photographic exhibit in St. Pete explores history and controversy

His career behind the camera spanned much more than 30 years, but that’s how much time he spent documenting the North American Indian. Now, the photographic collection of Edward S. Curtis is on display at The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art. 

St. Pete man accused of hitting trooper with stolen vehicle during chase through Hillsborough County: FHP

A St. Pete man is facing several charges and is accused of fleeing in a stolen vehicle, hitting a trooper and patrol car before leading troopers on a late-night pursuit through eastern Hillsborough County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

4-year-old child found dead in Wimauma: HCSO

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 4-year-old child in Wimauma.

Pinellas County hiring lifeguards ahead of busy beach season amid statewide shortage

As beach season approaches, Pinellas County is racing to fill lifeguard towers at some of its popular waterfronts — Fort De Soto and Sand Key. Despite a nationwide shortage, local officials are hoping competitive pay and the promise of public safety will draw in new recruits before the spring rush.

Juveniles among 3 arrested in Sarasota armed gas station robbery: Police

Three people, including two juveniles, were arrested in connection with an armed robbery at a Sarasota gas station late Wednesday night, according to the Sarasota Police Department.

Rep. Donalds holds listening tour in Tampa over health care, property insurance

The Republican candidate who is leading in the polls to become the party's nominee for governor held a listening session Friday in Tampa focused on health care and property insurance.

Parents left scrambling after South Tampa preschool announces closure

Parents in South Tampa are scrambling to find childcare after learning their children's preschool is closing at the end of the school year.

Fifth suspect arrested in Tampa kidnapping, armed robbery linked to home rented by Detroit Lions player: TPD

A fifth suspect has been arrested in connection with an armed robbery and kidnapping in Tampa that detectives say is linked to a rental home used by Terrion Arnold, a cornerback for the Detroit Lions.