Winter Haven mom watched Lyft driver leave with baby in car: Police

A Winter Haven mother had been reunited with her baby after police said a Lyft driver drove away with the infant inside. 

North Port’s Price Boulevard expansion aims to boost traffic capacity, hurricane resilience

For neighbors living along Price Boulevard, construction has become a familiar sight. It is a project that is more than a decade in the making, but for the city of North Port, it represents a vital step in the city's future.

Lakeland man accused of striking Polk deputy's car, leading chase claimed to be high on meth: PCSO

A 24-year-old Lakeland man is facing a long list of felony charges after Polk County deputies say he stole a backpack, rammed a patrol car, and led law enforcement on a high-speed chase while under the influence of methamphetamine.

Barbie Dream Fest in Florida outrages fans: ‘I asked for a refund’

Barbie Dream Fest promised a dream – but fans say it was a flop, sparking refund demands and comparisons to the infamous Fyre Festival and Willy Wonka event.

Fire destroys Spring Hill home: HCFR

Early Tuesday morning, Hernando County Fire Rescue was called to a house fire on Northcliffe Blvd in Spring Hill.

Florida man accused of choking ex-girlfriend captured after jumping into ravine: PCSO

Florida deputies captured a domestic violence suspect after they said he took off into the night and ended up in a creek located at the bottom of a 20-foot drop-off. 

Pinellas Park man shot and killed after pointing shotgun at police during barricade standoff: PPPD

A man that reportedly pointed a shotgun at police was shot and killed by two officers Tuesday after a standoff that spanned several hours at a home on Briar Ridge Court, according to the Pinellas Park Police Department.

See it: Trump’s presidential library renderings revealed in new video

A newly released animated video is offering the first public look at renderings of President Donald Trump’s proposed presidential library.

Duo linked to 9 burglaries in Hernando County, sheriff's office asking for help identifying suspects

Two suspects officials believe were involved in a series of business burglaries were caught on camera and the Hernando County Sheriff's Office is asking the public if they recognize them.

New water restrictions for Southwest Florida: What should homeowners know?

The Southwest Florida Water Management District implemented new water management restrictions to start on Friday, April 3 until Wednesday, July 1.

USF introduces new women's basketball coach Kristy Curry

The Kristy Curry era at USF is officially under way. USF introduced its newest head women's basketball coach on Monday afternoon. 

Watch: Highlands County deputy uses PVC pipe, rain slicker to wrangle wandering alligator

A deputy with the Highlands County Sheriff's Office put his animal-handling skills to the test over the weekend after a small alligator was spotted roaming a construction site.

Sarasota County business raided, 2 arrested after 66 slot machines seized in illegal gambling operation: SCSO

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office and Florida Gaming Control Commission cracked down on an illegal gambling operation last week, arresting two people and seizing 66 slot machines from a local business, according to SCSO.

Tampa teen achieves rare scouting 'trifecta': 'It taught me everything I know about leadership'

At just 17 years old, John Humphreys has accomplished a feat few in the history of Scouting America have ever reached. He has officially secured the "Trifecta," earning the top honors across three distinct branches of the organization.