A 13-year-old girl, Emony Nicole Jackson, was shot dead in Orange County, Florida on Christmas Day. The 15-year-old shooter, claiming it was an accident, faces manslaughter charges.

A bicyclist died in a traffic crash on Toucan Trail and Seaview Drive in Spring Hill, with the Hernando County Sheriff's Office responding and the Florida Highway Patrol investigating.

The Hernando County Board of Commissioners reported a data breach involving potential exposure of personal information and is offering credit monitoring services to affected residents.

A bus ran a red light in St. Petersburg, killing a woman and injuring two men, with the bus driver ejected onto the road. The crash is under investigation.

Honduran national Cristian Daniel Diaz-Garcia convicted of identity theft and fraud for using false documents to obtain employment, faces up to 24 years in prison.

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office celebrated its 32nd annual Ride And Run With The Stars event, raising $80,000 for the Christmas Sharing Project, providing toys and clothes to over 200 families.

Pinellas County law enforcement conducted a DUI Wolf Pack operation to curb impaired driving, resulting in 36 criminal charges including 16 DUIs, and 233 traffic citations.

Manatee County seeks volunteers for its Environmental Lands Management and Acquisition Committee to help oversee local environmental policy, land purchases, and conservation efforts.

Manatee County library system introduces free streaming with Kanopy for cardholders, offering movies, documentaries, and TV shows accessible via app or website.

Hillsborough County guides residents on proper holiday recycling, emphasizing correct items for blue carts, clean/dry materials, and free community drop-off locations.

Sheriff seeks help to find Jamar Edwards, wanted for domestic battery by strangulation and false imprisonment, using "WARRANT WEDNESDAY" on social media.

Tampa residents warned of heavy traffic due to holiday events on December 20, with multiple festivities and road closures planned throughout the city.

Charlotte County government offices will close from Dec. 24-26, 2025, for the holidays, affecting the availability of public services during that period.