Billy Adams trial: Tampa rapper accused of killing pregnant girlfriend stands trial

Opening statements began Wednesday morning in Hillsborough County for the trial of a Tampa rapper accused of killing his pregnant girlfriend and her unborn child.

Pinellas County Deputy Surprised With ‘KidsFirst Award’ for community service

A Pinellas deputy who has spent 10 years building bridges between law enforcement and residents received a surprise honor Wednesday for his dedicated service to local youth and families.

Manatee County bans Flock cameras at county-operated parks, facilities

Manatee County commissioners voted 5-0 to prevent Flock license plate reading cameras from going up at county parks, facilities and buildings.

Father of USS Abraham Lincoln sailor released from immigration detention

A father was released from immigration detention after Border Patrol officers arrested him while he was waiting for his son, a Navy sailor, to return from the USS Abraham Lincoln.

Florida bear hunting: Permit applications open Sept. 11

Hunters looking to participate in Florida's upcoming bear hunting season can submit permit applications starting Sept. 11, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. 

Judge denies Minnesota bid to keep ICE agent jailed in Texas

A judge has denied an attempt by Minnesota officials to block the release of the ICE agent charged in a January shooting in Minneapolis as the state battles with Texas Governor Greg Abbott over the agent's extradition.

Florida's outdoor gear tax holiday begins Sept. 1: Here's what to know

Florida shoppers can stock up on tax-free gear for outdoor recreation during a four-month sales tax holiday starting next week, state officials said.

Two teens arrested after I-275 hit-and-run spree in stolen vehicle out of Pasco County

A wild series of hit-and-run crashes across Interstate 275 ended with two teenagers in custody after being accused of stealing a vehicle and fleeing on foot Wednesday morning, according to police.

GLP-1 boom could reshape restaurant bars as diners cut back on alcohol

The rise of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs could be changing more than what Americans put on their plates, as restaurants increasingly look at beverages too.

Florida woman accused of paying for food delivery with fake $50 bills: SLCSO

A 19-year-old Florida woman was arrested after investigators said she used two counterfeit $50 bills to pay for a food delivery from an Italian restaurant, according to the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office.