17 arrested in Florida drug trafficking operation; Fentanyl and cocaine worth $1.5M seized
A drug trafficking organization that imported pounds of fentanyl from Mexico and California, and cocaine from Puerto Rico, has been dismantled following a multi-county investigation in Florida, authorities said.
A drug trafficking organization that imported pounds of fentanyl from Mexico and California, and cocaine from Puerto Rico, has been dismantled following a multi-county investigation in Florida, authorities said.
Man accused of sexual battery on 3 of his female juvenile family members
A Pinellas Park man has been arrested for alleged inappropriate sexual activity with three of his female family members between the ages of 12 and 18, according to police.
A Pinellas Park man has been arrested for alleged inappropriate sexual activity with three of his female family members between the ages of 12 and 18, according to police.
Body of missing 5-year-old found after deadly Ohio train accident
Several family members, including a 5-year-old girl, are dead after a tragedy involving a train in northern Ohio this weekend.
Several family members, including a 5-year-old girl, are dead after a tragedy involving a train in northern Ohio this weekend.
Florida alligator caught on camera 'chilling' in storm pipe: 'What's next...ninja gators?'
An alligator was found "chilling" in an Ovideo stormwater pipe while workers were performing a maintenance check last week.
An alligator was found "chilling" in an Ovideo stormwater pipe while workers were performing a maintenance check last week.
Masked suspects chase crash victims after opening fire at vehicles on I-4: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol is asking for help locating suspects accused of shooting at two vehicles on I-4 on Mother’s Day.
The Florida Highway Patrol is asking for help locating suspects accused of shooting at two vehicles on I-4 on Mother’s Day.
Armed teen robs man during Facebook marketplace sale: Police
A Facebook marketplace sale went sour earlier this month when Winter Haven police say a teen armed with a gun robbed a man trying to sell a key fob programming device.
A Facebook marketplace sale went sour earlier this month when Winter Haven police say a teen armed with a gun robbed a man trying to sell a key fob programming device.
Governor DeSantis signs Boater Freedom Act
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the Boater Freedom Act on Monday during a press conference with the FWC in Panama City.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the Boater Freedom Act on Monday during a press conference with the FWC in Panama City.
This year’s top baby names in each state
New data from the Social Security Administration reveals the top baby names of 2024 for each state. The numbers show Montana and New Hampshire bucking some national trends.
New data from the Social Security Administration reveals the top baby names of 2024 for each state. The numbers show Montana and New Hampshire bucking some national trends.
Sea turtle nesting season is in full swing as advocates prepare for packed beaches this Memorial Day weekend
With Memorial Day weekend around the corner and turtle nesting season already underway making sure marine life goes undisturbed is top of mind for the Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch organization.
With Memorial Day weekend around the corner and turtle nesting season already underway making sure marine life goes undisturbed is top of mind for the Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch organization.
Kentucky firefighter likely died shielding wife from catastrophic London tornado
The community of Laurel County, Kentucky, is grieving the loss of more than a dozen people, including a firefighter who spent nearly four decades helping others, after a tornado destroyed his neighborhood while he was on duty.
The community of Laurel County, Kentucky, is grieving the loss of more than a dozen people, including a firefighter who spent nearly four decades helping others, after a tornado destroyed his neighborhood while he was on duty.
Most of America's fastest-growing cities are in Texas, Florida
The latest Census data shows that cities across the country grew from 2023 to 2024, with the fastest growth concentrated in Texas and Florida.
The latest Census data shows that cities across the country grew from 2023 to 2024, with the fastest growth concentrated in Texas and Florida.
Toxic toad warning: Here's how to protect your pets
If a cat or dog gets too close to a cane toad they can become sick and die in as little as 15 minutes, according to FWC.
If a cat or dog gets too close to a cane toad they can become sick and die in as little as 15 minutes, according to FWC.
New Port Richey man killed in fiery crash on I-75: FHP
A New Port Richey man who troopers say was cutting in and out of traffic Sunday night was killed in a single-vehicle crash on I-75 in Wesley Chapel.
A New Port Richey man who troopers say was cutting in and out of traffic Sunday night was killed in a single-vehicle crash on I-75 in Wesley Chapel.
900 new scooters rolling into St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg is set to expand its transportation landscape with the introduction of 900 new scooters, as the city partners with Lime and Spin to enhance mobility options for residents and visitors.
St. Petersburg is set to expand its transportation landscape with the introduction of 900 new scooters, as the city partners with Lime and Spin to enhance mobility options for residents and visitors.
Mexican navy ship hits Brooklyn Bridge, killing 2 crew members
The ship, named the Cuauhtemoc, was in New York on a global goodwill tour when it hit the bridge and snapped its three masts.
The ship, named the Cuauhtemoc, was in New York on a global goodwill tour when it hit the bridge and snapped its three masts.
Sheriff Grady Judd: 'Violent death' at group home prompts murder investigation
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says that his office is helping the Bartow Police Department investigate what they are calling a “violent death."
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says that his office is helping the Bartow Police Department investigate what they are calling a “violent death."
FHP arrests 2 drivers for racing over 125 MPH on I-4
Two men were arrested for racing at speeds of over 125 MPH on I-4 early on Sunday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Two men were arrested for racing at speeds of over 125 MPH on I-4 early on Sunday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Researching Goliath Grouper at the Tarpon Aquarium
A student seeking her Master's Degree is working on a new research project to show how smart the Goliath Grouper really is.
A student seeking her Master's Degree is working on a new research project to show how smart the Goliath Grouper really is.
Palm Springs bombing suspect identified: 'Intentional act of terrorism'
The man who bombed a Palm Springs, California, fertility clinic Saturday is the man suspected to have died in the explosion, authorities said.
The man who bombed a Palm Springs, California, fertility clinic Saturday is the man suspected to have died in the explosion, authorities said.
Man hospitalized after TPD says he ran into car's path
Tampa police say a man was taken to the hospital after he ran into the path of a car at the intersection of Kennedy Boulevard and Lois Avenue on Sunday.
Tampa police say a man was taken to the hospital after he ran into the path of a car at the intersection of Kennedy Boulevard and Lois Avenue on Sunday.