Double death investigation behind Sarasota County store ruled murder-suicide: Deputies
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office now says a man shot and killed a woman before taking his own life behind a store earlier this week.
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office now says a man shot and killed a woman before taking his own life behind a store earlier this week.
Man in U.S. illegally accused of selling drugs under fake name at auto body shop for years
A man faces serious charges after Hillsborough County deputies say he sold fentanyl for years while living in the United States illegally and using a fake name.
A man faces serious charges after Hillsborough County deputies say he sold fentanyl for years while living in the United States illegally and using a fake name.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings signs ICE agreement amid pressure from Gov. DeSantis, AG Uthmeier
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings on Friday signed an agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to assist in the transport of suspected undocumented immigrants to Alligator Alcatraz, a detention facility in the Everglades.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings on Friday signed an agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to assist in the transport of suspected undocumented immigrants to Alligator Alcatraz, a detention facility in the Everglades.
Ghislaine Maxwell moved to federal prison in Bryan, Texas
Jeffrey Epstein’s former girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell, has been moved from a federal prison in Florida to a prison camp in Texas.
Jeffrey Epstein’s former girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell, has been moved from a federal prison in Florida to a prison camp in Texas.
Tampa police officer heads home after being shot near Busch Gardens
A Tampa police officer who was shot earlier this week at a district office near Busch Gardens is recovering at home after being released from the hospital Thursday night.
A Tampa police officer who was shot earlier this week at a district office near Busch Gardens is recovering at home after being released from the hospital Thursday night.
Smokey Bear arrests man accused of stealing his signs across Florida
A man is under arrest for stealing Smokey Bear signs from across Florida.
A man is under arrest for stealing Smokey Bear signs from across Florida.
Woman dies in possible drowning, Longboat Key police investigating
Longboat Key police are investigating after they say a woman died on the beach Thursday.
Longboat Key police are investigating after they say a woman died on the beach Thursday.
Florida's back-to-school sales tax holiday underway. Here's what's included
Florida's month-long sales tax holiday for back-to-school shoppers has officially begun.
Florida's month-long sales tax holiday for back-to-school shoppers has officially begun.
Female teacher in affluent Florida city accused of inappropriate relationship with teen girl
A Florida high school teacher was arrested for allegedly having an inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old female student.
A Florida high school teacher was arrested for allegedly having an inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old female student.
1 hospitalized after fire at Auburndale mobile home
One person is recovering after crews battled a fire at a mobile home early Friday, according to investigators in Auburndale.
One person is recovering after crews battled a fire at a mobile home early Friday, according to investigators in Auburndale.
SPCA of Tampa Bay cited after Waddles the pig found suffering with burned skin
A pig named Waddles is now at the center of a growing controversy after a TikTok video showing his burned and blistered skin went viral. It racked up more than 2.5 million views and sparked outrage among animal lovers.
A pig named Waddles is now at the center of a growing controversy after a TikTok video showing his burned and blistered skin went viral. It racked up more than 2.5 million views and sparked outrage among animal lovers.
How Bay Area renters, homeowners can lower cooling costs from energy bills
This summer’s heat is breaking records and some wallets, as energy bills are much higher for some households in the Tampa Bay area.
This summer’s heat is breaking records and some wallets, as energy bills are much higher for some households in the Tampa Bay area.
Carrollwood high school student creates Arts for Care; a program for people with developmental disabilities
Carrollwood Day School student Anika Iyer, 17, founded the non-profit organization Arts for Care, an art therapy program for people with neurodivergence and developmental disabilities.
Carrollwood Day School student Anika Iyer, 17, founded the non-profit organization Arts for Care, an art therapy program for people with neurodivergence and developmental disabilities.
Downtown St. Pete restaurant owner sues city, claims it’s not doing enough to enforce law banning public sleep
Ronicca Whaley, the owner of Shiso Crispy in downtown St. Petersburg, said she, her staff and her customers have been harassed and threatened by people sleeping outside her store and in nearby Williams Park.
Ronicca Whaley, the owner of Shiso Crispy in downtown St. Petersburg, said she, her staff and her customers have been harassed and threatened by people sleeping outside her store and in nearby Williams Park.
Experts warn saltmarsh mosquitoes are bearing down on Tampa Bay area
Florida has entered its "itchy season," and experts are warning this is going to be a particularly brutal year for saltmarsh mosquitoes.
Florida has entered its "itchy season," and experts are warning this is going to be a particularly brutal year for saltmarsh mosquitoes.
Winter Haven police issue warnings, citations during crosswalk enforcement operation
With students heading back to school in less than two weeks, raising awareness about safety is top of mind, especially in Polk County, which ranked as one of the deadliest counties for pedestrians in the state.
With students heading back to school in less than two weeks, raising awareness about safety is top of mind, especially in Polk County, which ranked as one of the deadliest counties for pedestrians in the state.
ATM 'tap-in' fraud scheme on social media leads to woman's arrest: HCSO
A woman faces a list of charges after Hillsborough County deputies say she organized a bank fraud scheme on social media, leading to the theft of thousands of dollars.
A woman faces a list of charges after Hillsborough County deputies say she organized a bank fraud scheme on social media, leading to the theft of thousands of dollars.
Crews race to repair, replace storm water pipes in Hillsborough County ahead of future downpours
Crews for the city of Tampa and Hillsborough County are racing to get as many critical stormwater jobs done as possible before the region gets hit with any major storms or hurricanes.
Crews for the city of Tampa and Hillsborough County are racing to get as many critical stormwater jobs done as possible before the region gets hit with any major storms or hurricanes.
Students to take part in 'Matilda the Musical' at The Straz
For the first time ever, students will be participating on stage, in the orchestra and behind the scenes in production for a show at the Straz Center, "Matilda The Musical."
For the first time ever, students will be participating on stage, in the orchestra and behind the scenes in production for a show at the Straz Center, "Matilda The Musical."
1 hospitalized in Highlands County bee attack: HCFR
A swarm of bees sent one person to the hospital in Highlands County on Thursday morning, according to Highlands County Fire Rescue.
A swarm of bees sent one person to the hospital in Highlands County on Thursday morning, according to Highlands County Fire Rescue.