Polk County training facility: New Bartow center honors fallen deputy, K9 partner
The Polk County Sheriff's Office unveiled a specialized training center in Bartow designed to prepare K9's and their handlers for high-stakes field operations.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office unveiled a specialized training center in Bartow designed to prepare K9's and their handlers for high-stakes field operations.
Facebook photo of duct-taped dog leads to animal cruelty arrest, rescue of several animals: PCSO
A Facebook photo circulating online of a dog with duct tape wrapped around its muzzle led to a massive animal rescue operation and the arrest of an Auburndale woman.
A Facebook photo circulating online of a dog with duct tape wrapped around its muzzle led to a massive animal rescue operation and the arrest of an Auburndale woman.
Hernando County detectives, FBI search for bodies linked to serial killer Billy Mansfield
Hernando County deputies and federal agents launched a fresh search on Monday for more bodies linked to imprisoned serial killer Billy Mansfield, scouring wooded properties near local ranches.
Hernando County deputies and federal agents launched a fresh search on Monday for more bodies linked to imprisoned serial killer Billy Mansfield, scouring wooded properties near local ranches.
Mexican national arrested, accused of assaulting ICE agent during Florida traffic stop: FHP
A Mexican national who Florida Highway Patrol troopers say entered the United States illegally was arrested after allegedly assaulting a federal immigration agent during a traffic stop chase near Orlando earlier this week.
A Mexican national who Florida Highway Patrol troopers say entered the United States illegally was arrested after allegedly assaulting a federal immigration agent during a traffic stop chase near Orlando earlier this week.
Florida inmates plotting jail escape planned to have saw blade flown through open window: SJCSO
Two Florida inmates are accused of planning a Shawshank Redemption-style escape from jail.
Two Florida inmates are accused of planning a Shawshank Redemption-style escape from jail.
Bay Area water restrictions extended through October as drought conditions persist: Here's what to know
Water restrictions across the Bay Area will remain in place through the peak of summer after a regional vote to extend the Modified Phase III "Extreme" Water Shortage declaration due to ongoing drought conditions.
Water restrictions across the Bay Area will remain in place through the peak of summer after a regional vote to extend the Modified Phase III "Extreme" Water Shortage declaration due to ongoing drought conditions.
Video: Coyote pup originally mistaken for a dog rescued from Florida canal
A coyote in Southwest Florida is back on dry land after being rescued from a canal on Monday morning.
A coyote in Southwest Florida is back on dry land after being rescued from a canal on Monday morning.
Florida boy rings hospital bell after surviving aggressive blood cancer, life-threatening coma
When you look at 11-year-old Stevie Robinson Jr., you see a kid full of life and joy. But a few months ago, that same boy was clinging to life in the ICU at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital.
When you look at 11-year-old Stevie Robinson Jr., you see a kid full of life and joy. But a few months ago, that same boy was clinging to life in the ICU at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital.
Clearwater considers replacing Duke Energy with city-owned electric utility
A debate over who should provide electricity in Clearwater is taking shape as city leaders explore the possibility of replacing Duke Energy.
A debate over who should provide electricity in Clearwater is taking shape as city leaders explore the possibility of replacing Duke Energy.
Elevate Florida program: Lawmakers, homeowners demand action on home elevation grants
Some homeowners in St. Pete are still waiting for funding to raise their home after it flooded during Hurricane Helene.
Some homeowners in St. Pete are still waiting for funding to raise their home after it flooded during Hurricane Helene.
Calvin Coolidge's historic visit still felt at Bok Tower Gardens
Even though it isn't close to Washington D.C., Florida has been home to plenty of presidential history during our nation's first 250 years.
Even though it isn't close to Washington D.C., Florida has been home to plenty of presidential history during our nation's first 250 years.
Sloth imports to Florida now require a new wildlife permit after Sloth World deaths
Animal facilities in Florida that want to house and care for sloths will now have to file a special permit with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to import sloths into the state.
Animal facilities in Florida that want to house and care for sloths will now have to file a special permit with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to import sloths into the state.
Julio Foolio murder: Four men formally sentenced to life in prison for Tampa ambush
A Hillsborough County judge formally sentenced four men to life in prison without parole Monday for the targeted ambush murder of Jacksonville rapper Charles Jones, known as "Julio Foolio."
A Hillsborough County judge formally sentenced four men to life in prison without parole Monday for the targeted ambush murder of Jacksonville rapper Charles Jones, known as "Julio Foolio."
3-year-old dies after being found inside parked car in Riverview, HCSO investigating
According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, a father found his 3-year-old child unresponsive inside a car on Saturday night.
According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, a father found his 3-year-old child unresponsive inside a car on Saturday night.
5 accused of robbing man at gunpoint for $30 vape pen as he walked home from work in Winter Haven
Five men are facing felony charges after they held up a man walking home from work Sunday night in a Winter Haven neighborhood, according to the Winter Haven Police Department.
Five men are facing felony charges after they held up a man walking home from work Sunday night in a Winter Haven neighborhood, according to the Winter Haven Police Department.
New boats, local operator secured for year-round Tampa Bay Ferry
Tampa Bay’s ferry service is moving closer to a comeback with two new vessels secured for the route between Tampa and St. Pete.
Tampa Bay’s ferry service is moving closer to a comeback with two new vessels secured for the route between Tampa and St. Pete.
Florida Forest Service warns of drought ahead of Fourth of July as wildfire threat remains present
Fire crews are battling daily wildfire outbreaks along the Florida coastline as a persistent summer drought creates fire dangers. The Florida Forest Service is warning the public to use caution with outdoor tools and holiday celebrations as Independence Day approaches.
Fire crews are battling daily wildfire outbreaks along the Florida coastline as a persistent summer drought creates fire dangers. The Florida Forest Service is warning the public to use caution with outdoor tools and holiday celebrations as Independence Day approaches.
Spring Hill murder: Family member behind bars after woman found dead
A 51-year-old man was arrested for murder after deputies said a 70-year-old woman was found dead inside a Spring Hill home late Sunday evening.
A 51-year-old man was arrested for murder after deputies said a 70-year-old woman was found dead inside a Spring Hill home late Sunday evening.
Florida man accused of kidnapping, locking teenage girl inside clothes dryer
A teenage girl is back with a family member after deputies say she was being held against her will by a man in the Florida Keys.
A teenage girl is back with a family member after deputies say she was being held against her will by a man in the Florida Keys.
Florida expands emergency ban on ‘gas station morphine’
Florida officials are expanding an emergency ban to target new chemical compounds that bypass previous restrictions on a high-potency kratom extract linked to hundreds of deaths across the state.
Florida officials are expanding an emergency ban to target new chemical compounds that bypass previous restrictions on a high-potency kratom extract linked to hundreds of deaths across the state.