Chinese national on U.S. work visa accused of hiding drugs inside hollowed-out candles in Hernando County
A Chinese national who was in the country on a work visa was arrested in Spring Hill after deputies say he had drugs mailed to him from outside the United States, concealed them inside hollowed out candles and intended to sell them.
A Chinese national who was in the country on a work visa was arrested in Spring Hill after deputies say he had drugs mailed to him from outside the United States, concealed them inside hollowed out candles and intended to sell them.
Sarasota County charter boat captains protest program requiring permits to pick up customers at county parks
Dozens of charter boat captains gathered at Nora Patterson Bay Island Park Wednesday to protest new county regulations that will soon require them to pay for limited permits to operate at public docks and boat ramps.
Dozens of charter boat captains gathered at Nora Patterson Bay Island Park Wednesday to protest new county regulations that will soon require them to pay for limited permits to operate at public docks and boat ramps.
Homeless man lives in Florida fire station for week before being busted wearing station-issued clothes: MCSO
A homeless man from New York took up residence inside a fire station in the Florida Keys for about a week before being discovered.
A homeless man from New York took up residence inside a fire station in the Florida Keys for about a week before being discovered.
Bad Bunny taps Sarasota Orchestra music director to lead orchestra during Super Bowl halftime show
When Giancarlo Guerrero, the Music Director of the Sarasota Orchestra, received an "unusual request" from his manager on a quiet Saturday in Miami, he had no idea he was about to become a part of music history.
When Giancarlo Guerrero, the Music Director of the Sarasota Orchestra, received an "unusual request" from his manager on a quiet Saturday in Miami, he had no idea he was about to become a part of music history.
James Van Der Beek dies following battle with colon cancer
James Van Der Beek, a television star known for “Dawson’s Creek" and “Varsity Blues," has died at 48 following health struggles.
James Van Der Beek, a television star known for “Dawson’s Creek" and “Varsity Blues," has died at 48 following health struggles.
The surprising reason why Americans could face high beef prices for years
Economists warn Americans shouldn’t expect relief on beef prices anytime soon. Here's why.
Economists warn Americans shouldn’t expect relief on beef prices anytime soon. Here's why.
Illegal immigrant who unlawfully entered US 7 times arrested after fight at Florida bar: CCSO
An illegal immigrant from Honduras who has allegedly entered the U.S. seven times illegally was arrested after a fight broke out at a Florida bar on Saturday, according to the Collier County Sheriff's Office.
An illegal immigrant from Honduras who has allegedly entered the U.S. seven times illegally was arrested after a fight broke out at a Florida bar on Saturday, according to the Collier County Sheriff's Office.
Indian Rocks Beach to start charging for beach access parking: Here's who's exempt
Indian Rocks Beach city leaders officially approved a new ordinance creating paid parking at beach access points.
Indian Rocks Beach city leaders officially approved a new ordinance creating paid parking at beach access points.
ICE faces oversight concerns after recent series of agent arrests, analysis finds
An examination of public records reveals that multiple ICE workers and contractors have been charged with crimes since 2020.
An examination of public records reveals that multiple ICE workers and contractors have been charged with crimes since 2020.
Illegal immigrant arrested for Polk County hit-and-run after pleading with victim not to call police: PCSO
An illegal immigrant from Mexico was arrested after deputies with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office say he struck a vehicle and took off after pleading with the victim not to call police.
An illegal immigrant from Mexico was arrested after deputies with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office say he struck a vehicle and took off after pleading with the victim not to call police.
Say 'I do' for free on Valentine's Day at the Denny’s Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas
Couples looking to get married on Valentine's Day can hit a grand slam and get married for free at the Denny’s Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas.
Couples looking to get married on Valentine's Day can hit a grand slam and get married for free at the Denny’s Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas.
Where are property taxes highest and lowest? Analysis of cities and states
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
The Midwest and Northeast states carry the highest tax rates, led by Illinois and New Jersey. Here’s a look at the rest.
January jobs report shows US added 130K jobs exceeding economists expectations
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.
El Paso flights resume; Trump official says cartel drones breached airspace
Temporary flight restrictions to El Paso International Airport have been lifted by the Federal Aviation Administration and all flights will resume as normal.
Temporary flight restrictions to El Paso International Airport have been lifted by the Federal Aviation Administration and all flights will resume as normal.
'211 Day' shines light on crisis help available across Tampa Bay
February 11 marks “211 Day," a national effort held each year to spotlight a three-digit number that connects people to help in their community.
February 11 marks “211 Day," a national effort held each year to spotlight a three-digit number that connects people to help in their community.
USF researchers harness sunlight in promising breakthrough to fight red tide
A team of University of South Florida researchers believes an everyday element, sunlight, could play a key role in reducing harmful red tide blooms impacting the Bay Area.
A team of University of South Florida researchers believes an everyday element, sunlight, could play a key role in reducing harmful red tide blooms impacting the Bay Area.
Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office honors fallen K-9 partners at memorial service
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office honored some of its most loyal deputies on Tuesday. K-9s who served on the front lines and then went home as family.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office honored some of its most loyal deputies on Tuesday. K-9s who served on the front lines and then went home as family.
Starkey area fire delays start times of 2 Pasco County schools
Two Pasco County schools will delay the first bell on Wednesday due to a fire in the Starkey area.
Two Pasco County schools will delay the first bell on Wednesday due to a fire in the Starkey area.
'Sex buying isn’t a game': Billboards target human trafficking demand during Daytona 500
The roar of engines at Daytona International Speedway won’t be the only thing grabbing attention this race weekend.
The roar of engines at Daytona International Speedway won’t be the only thing grabbing attention this race weekend.
Multiple shooting victims found dead at Sarasota home: Officials
Sarasota County Sheriff’s deputies have been in and out of the home for well over nine hours following a deadly shooting inside the Amberlea gated community on Tuesday.
Sarasota County Sheriff’s deputies have been in and out of the home for well over nine hours following a deadly shooting inside the Amberlea gated community on Tuesday.