See the photos: Florida inmate twists handcuff off

Deputies at the Martin County Sheriff's Office shared photos of damaged handcuffs after an inmate who was experiencing mental health issues twisted one of the cuffs off.

North Port teen struck by car while walking to school bus stop: police

A 17-year-old boy heading to the bus stop was struck by a car and trapped underneath before being airlifted to a nearby hospital on Wednesday morning, according to North Port police. 

Mulberry man accused of using AI to create sexually explicit images of children: PCSO

Detectives with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Mulberry man accused of using artificial intelligence to create sexually explicit images involving children.

Florida man charged with DUI and 2 hit-and-run's after hiding damaged car at elementary school: Grady Judd

A Lake Wales man is behind bars after Polk County deputies say he was involved in two hit-and-run crashes while driving under the influence, eventually hiding his damaged car in an elementary school parking lot.

2 teens accused of vandalizing a Floral Strawberry Festival ATM, torching a UTV: CCSO

Two Citrus County teens are facing several charges, including arson and burglary after crews setting up for the Floral City Strawberry Festival discovered a vandalized ATM.

Women veterans take inaugural Honor Flight to Washington, D.C.

It was a very special morning at Lakeland Linder International Airport as many women veterans headed up to Washington, D.C. for a fun-filled day for their inaugural Flight of Honor.

Downtown St. Pete to Tampa in minutes? Florida cleared to launch ‘flying taxi’ tests this summer

The future of flying over Tampa Bay may be closer than anyone thought. Florida has been selected as one of just eight nationwide test sites for a new federal program designed to bring electric air taxis, often called “flying cars," into real-world operation.

Fort Meade City Commission delays vote on proposed massive data center

Residents in Fort Meade will have to wait longer to learn whether a massive data center will be built in their town after city commissioners delayed a final vote on the proposal.

Family of fallen Army Capt. Cody Khork launches ROTC scholarship at Florida Southern College

Before he was a captain serving his country overseas, Cody Khork was a student at Florida Southern College. He was a political science major, a fraternity brother, and a young man defined by a deep-seated heart for service.

Longtime South Tampa boutique closing after 26 years, owner cites ongoing roadwork

The owner of a longtime South Tampa boutique said the city’s ongoing stormwater relief project and limited parking have proven to be insurmountable roadblocks for her business.