Fugitive Florida sex offender captured in Cuba trying to escape U.S. charges: LCSO
A sex offender who skipped a Fort Myers court date was caught in Cuba trying to avoid charges in America, according to the Lee County Sheriff's Office.
A sex offender who skipped a Fort Myers court date was caught in Cuba trying to avoid charges in America, according to the Lee County Sheriff's Office.
Renovation preps begin on century-old Walesbilt Hotel that’s sat vacant for decades
For the next 30 days the city Lake Wales is cleaning out the 100-year-old Walesbilt Hotel that has sat vacant for decades so renovation work can begin and restore it to its old-time glory.
For the next 30 days the city Lake Wales is cleaning out the 100-year-old Walesbilt Hotel that has sat vacant for decades so renovation work can begin and restore it to its old-time glory.
Artist that struggled with bipolar disorder inspires exhibit to benefit National Alliance of Mental Illness
The National Alliance on Mental Illness highlights mental health struggles through 40 self-portraits at the Sarasota Art Museum.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness highlights mental health struggles through 40 self-portraits at the Sarasota Art Museum.
Sheriff Grady Judd blasts media reports that he criticizes federal mass deportation efforts: 'Simply not true'
After media reports surfaced stating that Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and members of the State Immigration Enforcement Council criticized the federal government's mass deportation efforts during a meeting on Monday, Judd held one of his famous press conferences to set the record straight.
After media reports surfaced stating that Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and members of the State Immigration Enforcement Council criticized the federal government's mass deportation efforts during a meeting on Monday, Judd held one of his famous press conferences to set the record straight.
Florida woman accused of shooting sleeping boyfriend, tried dismembering him and burying remains in yard: BCSO
A Florida woman has been charged with murder after deputies say she killed her boyfriend in his sleep and buried his remains in a yard.
A Florida woman has been charged with murder after deputies say she killed her boyfriend in his sleep and buried his remains in a yard.
Mahjong is making a comeback as younger generations rediscover the classic game
Many "grandma hobbies" are making a comeback, from needlepointing to sourdough bread making and now, to Mahjong.
Many "grandma hobbies" are making a comeback, from needlepointing to sourdough bread making and now, to Mahjong.
Friends horrified after finding and removing snake from Airbnb bed
A group of friends was staying at an Airbnb in the Punta Gorda area when they discovered a snake curled up under the covers.
A group of friends was staying at an Airbnb in the Punta Gorda area when they discovered a snake curled up under the covers.
One hospitalized after shooting on Beechcraft Way in Seffner; HCSO investigating
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting in Seffner that left one person hospitalized.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting in Seffner that left one person hospitalized.
Rex Culpepper, former Syracuse quarterback, dead at 28 from injuries in Georgia dirt bike crash
Rex Culpepper, a former Syracuse Orange quarterback, died this past weekend due to injuries suffered in a dirt bike accident in Georgia.
Rex Culpepper, a former Syracuse Orange quarterback, died this past weekend due to injuries suffered in a dirt bike accident in Georgia.
Man convicted in 2008 Denise Amber Lee murder is executed
Nearly 20 years after Denise Amber Lee’s murder, Florida is set to execute her killer, Michael King.
Nearly 20 years after Denise Amber Lee’s murder, Florida is set to execute her killer, Michael King.
Bay Area advocate claims Cuba regime, not U.S. sanctions, to blame for widespread blackouts
As Cuba struggles with widespread blackouts and deepening shortages, the United States continues to apply pressure on the island’s communist government.
As Cuba struggles with widespread blackouts and deepening shortages, the United States continues to apply pressure on the island’s communist government.
Honoring Madi: Local movement fills the gap for foster youth aging out of the system
For Madi Ebie, the disparities in the foster care system weren't just headlines, they were personal.
For Madi Ebie, the disparities in the foster care system weren't just headlines, they were personal.
TPA spring break travel: 3.1M passengers expected as unpaid TSA officers reach ‘breaking point’
Tampa International Airport is bracing for a massive influx of travelers for spring break. Chief Operating Officer John Tiliacos estimates that between now and the end of April, the airport will see a staggering 3.1 million passengers.
Tampa International Airport is bracing for a massive influx of travelers for spring break. Chief Operating Officer John Tiliacos estimates that between now and the end of April, the airport will see a staggering 3.1 million passengers.
Florida to execute convicted killer for 2008 murder of North Port mother
Nearly 20 years after a young mother of two was abducted from her home, the man convicted of her murder is scheduled to be put to death Tuesday.
Nearly 20 years after a young mother of two was abducted from her home, the man convicted of her murder is scheduled to be put to death Tuesday.
American families stranded in Israel turn to Grey Bull Rescue: 'The name of the game is speed'
What was meant to be a routine visit or a peaceful life in Israel has turned into a daily cycle of sirens and shelters.
What was meant to be a routine visit or a peaceful life in Israel has turned into a daily cycle of sirens and shelters.
Former deputy sentenced in crash that killed two on the Courtney Campbell Causeway
A man who was convicted of killing two people in a crash on the Courtney Campbell Causeway was sentenced to more than three decades in prison on Monday.
A man who was convicted of killing two people in a crash on the Courtney Campbell Causeway was sentenced to more than three decades in prison on Monday.
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor revises police policies after 'sanctuary city' threat from state attorney general
City of Tampa Mayor Jane Castor responded to Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier after he sent a letter regarding the Tampa Police Department's so-called 'sanctuary policies."
City of Tampa Mayor Jane Castor responded to Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier after he sent a letter regarding the Tampa Police Department's so-called 'sanctuary policies."
Dundee property owner wants solution for flooding issues after Polk County road drain construction
A property owner is fed up with flooding she claims started after Polk County constructed a road drain several years ago.
A property owner is fed up with flooding she claims started after Polk County constructed a road drain several years ago.
Inside MacDill’s $275M upgrade: How the new KC-46 will replace aging KC-135 fleet after tragic crash
The 6th Air Refueling Wing at MacDill Air Force Base is home to the KC-135 Stratotanker, a refueling plane that has helped the U.S. military carry out missions around the world for more than 60 years.
The 6th Air Refueling Wing at MacDill Air Force Base is home to the KC-135 Stratotanker, a refueling plane that has helped the U.S. military carry out missions around the world for more than 60 years.
Apollo Beach Army veteran inspires women to be leaders
The moment America was thrust into a new world, Shirley Baez knew she'd be in the front row.
The moment America was thrust into a new world, Shirley Baez knew she'd be in the front row.