Former Citrus County Sheriff Charlie Dean passes away at 86
The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) is mourning the loss of former Sheriff Charles "Charlie" Dean Sr., whose career in public service spanned nearly four decades in law enforcement and legislative branches.
The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) is mourning the loss of former Sheriff Charles "Charlie" Dean Sr., whose career in public service spanned nearly four decades in law enforcement and legislative branches.
ZooTampa’s ‘baby boom’ marks important milestones in wildlife conservation efforts
ZooTampa is welcoming multiple new additions as it focuses on wildlife conservation.
ZooTampa is welcoming multiple new additions as it focuses on wildlife conservation.
4 teens arrested after armed robbery at Inverness Citgo gas station: CCSO
Four teenagers were arrested following an armed robbery at a Citgo gas station in Inverness on Sunday afternoon.
Four teenagers were arrested following an armed robbery at a Citgo gas station in Inverness on Sunday afternoon.
Clearwater police arrest armed burglary suspect after scooter, foot chase: CPD
Clearwater police have made an arrest following a string of car robberies on Monday morning, according to investigators.
Clearwater police have made an arrest following a string of car robberies on Monday morning, according to investigators.
Florida agriculture takes big hit after multiple winter freezes
The Florida Department of Agriculture estimates more than $3 billion has been lost in multiple areas of agriculture, with sugar cane being hit the hardest.
The Florida Department of Agriculture estimates more than $3 billion has been lost in multiple areas of agriculture, with sugar cane being hit the hardest.
Trump airport renaming advances amid controversy: Here are others named for presidents
Despite backlash over Florida lawmakers approving a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport after President Donald Trump, the move would place him among a growing list of commanders in chief whose names already greet travelers on airport terminals across the country.
Despite backlash over Florida lawmakers approving a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport after President Donald Trump, the move would place him among a growing list of commanders in chief whose names already greet travelers on airport terminals across the country.
Tampa Soulwalk expands, blending Black history, art and technology across the city
Tampa’s Soul Walk is expanding, adding 10 new historical sites to its growing tour.
Tampa’s Soul Walk is expanding, adding 10 new historical sites to its growing tour.
LPD Investigating deadly shooting at Jade Fox Lounge: Police
Detectives are investigating a shooting that left a man dead outside a Lakeland lounge early on Sunday morning, according to police.
Detectives are investigating a shooting that left a man dead outside a Lakeland lounge early on Sunday morning, according to police.
Will use of force defense help man accused of shooting door-to-door salesman in Brandon?
A man is facing three charges in Hillsborough County after the sheriff's office said he shot a door-to-door salesman in a Brandon neighborhood.
A man is facing three charges in Hillsborough County after the sheriff's office said he shot a door-to-door salesman in a Brandon neighborhood.
Florida Senate advances bill restricting dredging in Terra Ceia Preserve as cruise terminal debate intensifies
A coastal resiliency bill moving through the Florida Legislature would prohibit dredging or filling submerged lands within the 21,736-acre Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve.
A coastal resiliency bill moving through the Florida Legislature would prohibit dredging or filling submerged lands within the 21,736-acre Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve.
Thousands of runners hit the streets for Tampa's 49th Gasparilla Distance Classic
Thousands of runners participated in the 49th Gasparilla Distance Classic in Tampa, competing in the 5K, 15K, half marathon and 8K races.
Thousands of runners participated in the 49th Gasparilla Distance Classic in Tampa, competing in the 5K, 15K, half marathon and 8K races.
Clearwater bicyclist killed after being hit by vehicle involved in crash: Police
A bicyclist is dead after being hit by a vehicle involved in a crash Saturday evening at a busy downtown intersection, according to the Clearwater Police Department.
A bicyclist is dead after being hit by a vehicle involved in a crash Saturday evening at a busy downtown intersection, according to the Clearwater Police Department.
1 dead, another injured in shooting at Lakewood Ranch apartment complex: SCSO
Detectives with the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office are investigating a shooting that left one dead and another hurt at an apartment complex in Lakewood Ranch.
Detectives with the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office are investigating a shooting that left one dead and another hurt at an apartment complex in Lakewood Ranch.
Clearwater man facing charges, accused of threatening couple with knife before being shot: Police
A man shot during a confrontation outside a Clearwater apartment complex Saturday night is now facing charges, according to the Clearwater Police Department.
A man shot during a confrontation outside a Clearwater apartment complex Saturday night is now facing charges, according to the Clearwater Police Department.
Lake Placid man, 12-year-old girl killed in head-on crash involving hit-and-run vehicle: FHP
A head-on collision involving a hit-and-run vehicle on Harborview Road in Charlotte Harbor Saturday night left two people dead, including a 12-year-old girl, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A head-on collision involving a hit-and-run vehicle on Harborview Road in Charlotte Harbor Saturday night left two people dead, including a 12-year-old girl, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Mar-a-Lago: Armed man shot, killed after breaching secure perimeter
An armed man was shot and killed after entering the secured perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, according to the U.S. Secret Service.
An armed man was shot and killed after entering the secured perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, according to the U.S. Secret Service.
Temple Terrace culinary scene finds 'safe haven' at Burger Vault
When starting the Burger Vault, the concept behind the business required the best quality meat in the market.
When starting the Burger Vault, the concept behind the business required the best quality meat in the market.
Man arrested on murder charge in Bradenton overnight shooting: MCSO
A man faces a murder charge in the early morning shooting that left a 23-year-old man dead in Bradenton Sunday, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
A man faces a murder charge in the early morning shooting that left a 23-year-old man dead in Bradenton Sunday, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
Hillsborough County hosts Prescribed Fire Fest as early brush fire season heats up
Even before peak brush fire season arrives, wildfire crews across the region are already busy. From Polk County to Wimauma, dry conditions have sparked fires and raised concerns about what the months ahead could bring.
Even before peak brush fire season arrives, wildfire crews across the region are already busy. From Polk County to Wimauma, dry conditions have sparked fires and raised concerns about what the months ahead could bring.
Bradenton draws massive crowds for 11th annual River Regatta event
Bradenton hosted its 11th annual River Regatta this weekend, Manatee County’s largest spectator event.
Bradenton hosted its 11th annual River Regatta this weekend, Manatee County’s largest spectator event.