A high rip current risk advisory is in effect from Thursday to Friday evening for parts of the Florida coastline, warning swimmers of dangerous conditions.

A man in Pasco County was arrested for trying to cash a counterfeit check, falsely claiming to be a janitor. Lawless admitted to knowing the check was fake and was charged with forgery and identity theft.

The Pasco Sheriff's Office highlighted their Agriculture Unit's role in protecting rural areas on National Agriculture Day, focusing on their response to agricultural crimes and contribution to overall safety.

Tampa Police arrested over 20 individuals in a spring break drug crackdown, including Matthew Shaffer for Fentanyl trafficking and Joseph Azucena for cocaine delivery.

James Tubbs, missing since March 15, was found safe. The Pasco Sheriff's thanked the community for aiding in his search. Details of his return were not disclosed.

A woman was fatally struck by six vehicles while crossing Dale Mabry Highway north of Sunlake Blvd, beginning with an 83-year-old's Lexus SUV. The drivers cooperated with the investigation; no charges are suggested yet.

A Precautionary Boil Water Notice was issued for 60 South Lakeland homes after a water main break. Residents must boil water due to potential contamination.

Former Tarpon Springs Little League president Nicole Lampadarios Free is charged with grand theft, accused of embezzling over $23,000 from the league.

19-year-old Davian Walker arrested for Florida convenience store robberies, facing up to 20 years if convicted.

US Attorney Sara Sweeney announced the takedown of a drug trafficking group led by Socrates Barros-Fince, resulting in seizures and a 17-year sentence for Barros-Fince.

A Cocoa man faces federal charges for his role in an armed robbery in Tampa where an employee was shot, with potential sentences ranging from 10 years to life.

Guatemalan man sentenced to 14 years in U.S. prison for gun trafficking and possessing firearms as an illegal alien, involving over 1,000 trafficked firearms.

Rico Gardner was arrested in Hillsborough County for alleged human trafficking and prostitution, with one victim rescued and detailed investigations revealing Gardner's coercive exploitation practices.