Dog found abandoned in cage on side of I-275

The Florida Highway Patrol says a dog was found abandoned and caged on the shoulder of Interstate 275 early Wednesday, and troopers are searching for his owner.

Off-duty HCSO employee accused of exposing himself in vehicle outside Brandon Exchange

A Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office employee found himself on the other side of the law after deputies said he exposed his genitalia while he was off duty.

Grady Judd: 8 arrested in cross-country multi-million-dollar fraud investigation

A multi-million-dollar fraud investigation that affected 235 victims nationwide has led to the arrests of eight suspects, and investigators say hundreds more suspects were involved.

Gunfire injures 1 in Tampa: Police

A man was hospitalized on Wednesday morning after being shot in the area of Nebraska Ave. and Bird Street in Tampa. 

Couple arrested for sexual activity on flight to Florida: Affidavits

A couple's decision to join the "mile-high club" on a flight to Sarasota landed them a trip to jail, according to arrest affidavits.

More parents support screen time limits for kids, study shows as new Florida law takes effect

New research shows parents across the country overwhelmingly support cutting down on kids' screen time – and the study comes as a new Florida law cracking down on cellphone use in schools is officially in effect.

Report: Cost keeps many from preparing for hurricane season, insurance experts focus on key steps

A new insurance industry report from Guardian Service highlights one of the biggest challenges homeowners face ahead of the height of hurricane season. Thirty percent of homeowners say costs are keeping them from preparing for hurricane season.

Army Reservist from Largo dies in Germany from severe electrical burns

The U.S. Army Europe and Africa announced Specialist Jaylin Perez, 32, died from injuries sustained in a railway incident near Berlin, Germany. 

Sarasota school board votes to change harassment policy language, sparking backlash

The Sarasota County School Board voted Tuesday night to change the wording in its student code of conduct, removing specific protections based on race, gender, sexual orientation and disability.

Altercation at Magic Kingdom ends with arrest of woman on child abuse charge, deputies say

A 51-year-old woman was arrested on a charge of child abuse after allegedly grabbing and injuring a 17-year-old girl during an altercation at Disney’s Magic Kingdom on Monday night, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO).