Woman convicted of Polk County deputy's 2022 murder sentenced to life in prison
Nearly three years after Polk County Deputy Blane Lane was shot and killed in the line of duty, the woman convicted of his murder learned on Friday that she will spend the rest of her life behind bars.
Nearly three years after Polk County Deputy Blane Lane was shot and killed in the line of duty, the woman convicted of his murder learned on Friday that she will spend the rest of her life behind bars.
Grady Judd: ‘Operation Fool Around and Find Out Again’ human trafficking investigation nets 246 arrests
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says nearly 250 suspects face serious charges after a weeklong multi-agency undercover investigation targeting human trafficking and illegal immigration.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says nearly 250 suspects face serious charges after a weeklong multi-agency undercover investigation targeting human trafficking and illegal immigration.
Bones, including portion of a skull, found in duffel bag at TPA: CBP
A traveler at Tampa International Airport is accused of having what looked like human remains, including a portion of a skull, inside a duffel bag.
A traveler at Tampa International Airport is accused of having what looked like human remains, including a portion of a skull, inside a duffel bag.
Brooksville woman killed in hit-and-run crash while walking on Hernando road: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol is searching for the driver who hit and killed a Brooksville woman on Thursday night as she walked alongside Wiscon Road.
The Florida Highway Patrol is searching for the driver who hit and killed a Brooksville woman on Thursday night as she walked alongside Wiscon Road.
Tampa Police Department employee accused of creating law enforcement credentials for a family member
A Tampa Police Department employee has been arrested after investigators alleged that she falsified official records and accessed a computer in a manner that exceeded her authorized access.
A Tampa Police Department employee has been arrested after investigators alleged that she falsified official records and accessed a computer in a manner that exceeded her authorized access.
Pet parrots given the chance to learn to fly free
Free flying parrot turns heads, and the owner will help you do it too.
Free flying parrot turns heads, and the owner will help you do it too.
Tampa ranks among worst in U.S. for harassing debt collection calls. Here's where Florida ranks as a state
Florida is seeing one of the steepest spikes in debt collection calls in the country, and Tampa is among the hardest-hit cities.
Florida is seeing one of the steepest spikes in debt collection calls in the country, and Tampa is among the hardest-hit cities.
An adventure for the ages: Bill Jackson's continues exploration
Bill Jackson's Shop for Adventure in Pinellas Park has been a local institution for over 75 years, beginning as a military surplus store and evolving into a premier outdoor adventure shop.
Bill Jackson's Shop for Adventure in Pinellas Park has been a local institution for over 75 years, beginning as a military surplus store and evolving into a premier outdoor adventure shop.
Sylvester Stallone says Florida 'fits my personality' as he leaves Hollywood for good
Sylvester Stallone is still happy with his decision to ditch Hollywood for Florida. During an interview with Fox News Digital, the "Tulsa King" star stated that the lifestyle in Florida is a much better fit for his personality than life in Los Angeles.
Sylvester Stallone is still happy with his decision to ditch Hollywood for Florida. During an interview with Fox News Digital, the "Tulsa King" star stated that the lifestyle in Florida is a much better fit for his personality than life in Los Angeles.
3 arrested as nearly 60 slot machines, 6 fish tables and $20K seized from illegal gambling arcades in St. Pete
Two illegal arcades in St. Petersburg have been shut down.
Two illegal arcades in St. Petersburg have been shut down.
Epic Universe death: Man identified, cause of death revealed; ruled 'accidental'
A guest at Epic Universe who died after riding the theme park's Stardust Racers roller coaster suffered "multiple blunt impact injuries," according to the Orange County Medical Examiner's Office.
A guest at Epic Universe who died after riding the theme park's Stardust Racers roller coaster suffered "multiple blunt impact injuries," according to the Orange County Medical Examiner's Office.
Pinellas County finalizes budget, cuts funding for Creative Pinellas
Earlier this month, Pinellas County commissioners voted 5-2 to cut more than $1 million from Creative Pinellas. The non-profit has supported public art, murals, gallery exhibits and installations across the county for nearly 15 years.
Earlier this month, Pinellas County commissioners voted 5-2 to cut more than $1 million from Creative Pinellas. The non-profit has supported public art, murals, gallery exhibits and installations across the county for nearly 15 years.
Toys for Tots Pinellas County hopes community can step up with new warehouse: 'Near and dear to my heart'
Toys for Tots Pinellas County knows they will get thousands of donated toys, but they need a space to get them all organized, so they are asking businesses to step up and offer them a warehouse for the month of December.
Toys for Tots Pinellas County knows they will get thousands of donated toys, but they need a space to get them all organized, so they are asking businesses to step up and offer them a warehouse for the month of December.
Beachcomber Resort, Jimmy B's Beach Bar to reopen in October
On the Beachcomber Resort’s marquee is a message that has been a year in the making.
On the Beachcomber Resort’s marquee is a message that has been a year in the making.
Man caught beating puppy in Bradenton arrested: Police
A man was arrested after he was caught on camera beating a 9-week-old puppy repeatedly, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
A man was arrested after he was caught on camera beating a 9-week-old puppy repeatedly, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
AAA launches ‘Safe Streets for Small Wheels’ at USF alongside mom of student killed in e-scooter crash
Almost anyone can get on an e-scooter or e-bike, but some people said that's part of the danger with these motorized rides.
Almost anyone can get on an e-scooter or e-bike, but some people said that's part of the danger with these motorized rides.
Locals express concerns over proposed 2,000+ housing development in Bartow
Some Bartow residents are raising concerns about a proposed housing development called Emilie Springs, which would include more than 2,000 homes and be built off US Highway 60.
Some Bartow residents are raising concerns about a proposed housing development called Emilie Springs, which would include more than 2,000 homes and be built off US Highway 60.
'Self Portrait' challenges artists to be the subjects of their work
The latest Art Center Sarasota juried show tackles the art of the self portrait.
The latest Art Center Sarasota juried show tackles the art of the self portrait.
Tampa pushes for strong growth in northern part of downtown – Here's what a city planning expert suggested
Tampa is stepping up its effort to renew the northern part of downtown. While the areas around Channelside and Water Street have seen enormous growth over the last decade, the area in the north part of downtown is still filled with vacant lots and urban blight.
Tampa is stepping up its effort to renew the northern part of downtown. While the areas around Channelside and Water Street have seen enormous growth over the last decade, the area in the north part of downtown is still filled with vacant lots and urban blight.
1 dead, 1 seriously injured in Pasco County motorcycle crash
A motorcyclist is dead, and his passengers suffered serious injuries in a crash on Thursday morning in Hudson.
A motorcyclist is dead, and his passengers suffered serious injuries in a crash on Thursday morning in Hudson.