A Fort Myers man was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison after prosecutors said he possessed and accessed child sexual abuse images and videos.

Detectives and family have renewed the search in Jean Ault’s 2002 murder after new DNA testing and a $10,000 reward, asking anyone with memories of that spring to come forward.

A 47-year-old Winter Haven rider, identified as Shena Carty, died Monday after a Mercedes reportedly entered the path of her motorcycle at Hwy 17 and Ave O SW. Polk County detectives say the crash remains under investigation.

Wu‑Tang Clan will headline MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre on Sept. 24, with Bone Thugs‑N‑Harmony joining; Citi presale starts March 24 and general sale is March 27.

A Clearwater couple faces animal-cruelty charges after their dog was found in distress inside a parked car while they attended a concert. The animal was taken to a local hospital.

Three people were arrested in Pasco County on warrants accusing them of tampering with evidence and perjury tied to an October Tampa shooting that killed a 17‑year‑old.

A deadly crash at US‑41 and Bayshore Road in Nokomis closed fast lanes Sunday as troopers reconstruct the scene. Authorities have not released identities or a cause.

A 37-year-old Ocala rider died Saturday on U.S. 19 after her motorcycle struck a trailer and she was hit by an SUV, troopers say.

A Charlotte County judge ordered Shannon Rose Giblin held without bond after investigators say she stabbed her 76‑year‑old roommate; the victim’s pickup was later found in Sarasota County.

Gov. DeSantis ordered a rebuild of the Sunshine Skyway south fishing pier and repairs to the north after inspections and storm damage closed part of the structure.

Three emaciated dogs arrived at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay this March, prompting staff to urge residents to use free pet-food and low-cost clinic services.

Sen. Rick Scott asked HHS, NIH and FDA to investigate China‑linked companies in U.S. clinical trials, citing national‑security and patient‑safety concerns.

Hillsborough County detectives say they shut down a Riverview chop shop and arrested three people in a multi‑state stolen‑vehicle ring that stole high‑end SUVs worth about $388,000.