Avon Park corrections officer accused of striking woman during domestic dispute

A corrections officer in Avon Park found himself on the other side of the law Thursday after deputies say he struck a woman twice on the face while they were arguing at home.

Trump to patrol DC with military and law enforcement Thursday night, officials say

President Donald Trump is expected to join military and law enforcement officers on patrol in Washington, D.C., on Thursday night, marking his first time on the streets since declaring a public safety emergency earlier this month.

Pulse Memorial crosswalk painted over by state overnight, Orlando mayor says

The rainbow crosswalk outside the former Pulse nightclub — painted in 2017 to honor the 49 victims of the mass shooting and symbolize LGBTQ pride — was covered with black paint overnight, igniting outrage from city leaders, survivors and community members.

Amber Alert canceled after 2 missing children found safe

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has canceled an Amber Alert after two missing children last seen in Riviera Beach were found safe.

Florida opens new central operations facility for emergency response in Polk County

Florida's Central Operations & Coordination Office is now open in Polk County, with state officials saying the large new facility will bolster response to future storms.

Florida man arrested for murder after argument over dog leads to shooting: HCSO

A man faces a murder charge after Hernando County deputies say a ride home turned into an argument and led to gunfire in the middle of a neighborhood early Wednesday.

Former Florida deputy who skipped DUI manslaughter trial caught in Colombia: TPD

Tampa police say the former Polk County deputy who no-showed his trial for DUI manslaughter earlier this year has been captured in Colombia after months on the run.

Florida restores the Kissimmee River — and nature came roaring back

State and federal crews have finished a decades-long effort to undo one of Florida’s most damaging environmental projects: The straightening of the Kissimmee River.

Safety Harbor Mom honors late son with wind phone

A Safety Harbor mom has spearheaded the installation of a wind phone at Folly Farm Nature Preserve to honor her son, who died in 2015.

Manatee County residents ask for extra protections for Myakka River

Some Manatee County residents are asking for stronger protection for the Myakka River, and its flood plain. However, there are concerns that Senate Bill 180 will prevent the County Commission from adding the extra protections. 

Florida petitions Census Bureau over extra congressional seat

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has written a letter to the Census Bureau and the Commerce Department asking for an extra seat in congress.

Hurricane Erin prompts warnings along parts of U.S. coast as NHC watches 2 tropical waves

Hurricane Erin is bringing strong waves and life-threatening rip currents to the Atlantic coast, including Florida, leading to warnings in some areas as the storm moves east of the U.S. over the Atlantic.