Janet Irma Wesley, a missing 74-year-old from Hillsborough County, has been located safe after being reported missing from her assisted living facility.

Ex-Colombian Navy lieutenant Cesar Romero Caballero was sentenced to 15 years in U.S. prison for conspiring to traffic cocaine. He used GPS to aid drug traffickers and undermine maritime law enforcement.

St. Petersburg's "City of Writers Poetry Festival" is back for its third year with discussions, workshops, and performances in celebration of National Poetry Month.

A man died after being shot in Tarpon Springs; police called it an isolated incident with no ongoing threat. His identity is withheld pending kin notification. The investigation continues.

A Manatee County woman, pregnant and with toddlers, escaped her alleged abuser, who assaulted them and is now charged after sending photos of the beaten children to her.

Tampa prepares for Pride, with street closures due to the festival and parade in Ybor City, and several other events causing traffic around Tampa this weekend.

Hillsborough County uses a helicopter for targeted anti-mosquito operations, with a Public Service Day event for the community to learn more about their methods.

Pinellas County Commissioners introduce an ordinance to regulate short-term rentals, requiring owner/operators to obtain a Certificate of Use and comply with safety, parking, and noise guidelines.

Fifteen new recruit firefighters were sworn into Hillsborough County Fire Rescue, ready to serve the community with diverse backgrounds and a commitment to public service.

The Pasco Sheriff's Office is searching for Arieonna Saia, a 17-year-old missing since March 24. Tips are encouraged via their Non-Emergency Line or website.

The 56 Podcast episode features Corporal Justin Fineberg from the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, detailing his life as a K-9 unit officer with his canine partner, Beau, and their role in tackling crime in Florida.

Two St. Petersburg officers, Master Officer Quentin Brent and Lieutenant Thomas J. Qualey, received the 2024 Ned March/Bud Purdy Award for their exceptional community service.

A Tampa reserve officer was fired after being arrested on child abuse charges. The victim, a minor, reported being hit and choked by Ada Terman Paulino, who was off-duty at the time.