Florida sheriff says no active shooter at Navy installation after massive police response

Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons said that law enforcement found no sign of an active shooter and zero injuries at Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola, despite calls regarding multiple gunshots. However, they are still sweeping the building out of an abundance of caution. There are no details on what occurred at the base.

Missing Hillsborough County child found safe after statewide alert

A statewide Missing Child Alert for a missing Hillsborough County child has been canceled after the child was found safe, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. 

Winter Haven PD stands by officers after incident involving child who had hands behind back

The Winter Haven Police Department is standing behind its officers, but also signaling potential changes, after an incident on Tuesday afternoon involving a small child that sparked strong reactions on social media.

Illegal immigrant linked to Florida high-end burglary cut ankle monitor, went on country-wide crime wave: MCSO

An illegal immigrant has been arrested in connection with a high-end burglary in Florida after authorities say he cut off an ankle monitor that was supposed to track his movements and went on a two-year crime spree across the country. 

Crews battle fire at high-rise under construction in Tampa

Crews battled a fire at a Tampa high-rise that's under construction, forcing workers to evacuate Thursday morning.

Pasco schools revise homework grading policy for Fall 2025

Pasco County Schools Superintendent John Legg outlined the district's updated approach to homework grading, which will take effect in the fall of 2025.

18-year-old arrested for murder after shooting during basketball game at park: HCSO

Hillsborough County deputies have arrested an 18-year-old in connection with a shooting at a park that killed one man and injured another, the sheriff's office announced.

Lakeland Regional to open freestanding ER on southside to accommodate growing population

Lakeland Regional Health is ranked No. 2 in the country for the busiest emergency room department, and now they're opening their first freestanding department in south Lakeland to accommodate more patients.

Mote Marine Laboratory's Coral Gene Bank works to preserve coral species

When you step through the doors of Mote Marine Laboratory’s International Coral Gene Bank, you’re a witness to lifesaving underwater work.