A pedestrian was killed late Tuesday at San Casa Drive and 10th Street in the Grove City area; troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol are investigating. Local crews closed the scene while investigators worked into the night.

A gun was stolen from a car in Lakeland’s Mikasuki neighborhood after early-morning break-ins on April 17. Deputies have opened an investigation and seek tips.

Deputies released photos after a teal-and-white Ford F‑350 dually and a pontoon were taken from a Homosassa property; case #2026‑3753 is active.

County commissioners approved $95 million for 10 stormwater projects, from culvert repairs to a $30M Ruskin sewer overhaul. The funding comes from a HUD disaster‑recovery grant and targets about 370,000 residents.

Neighbors filmed deputies and a licensed trapper removing a large alligator from a Wesley Chapel driveway. Officials say the animal was secured and removed by crews.

Fire crews have stopped forward progress on a wildfire off Bexley Village Drive as county burn bans remain in effect across parts of central Florida.

A Shell in Nokomis sold the lone Fantasy 5 evening jackpot Saturday, paying $126,700. The Florida Lottery says prizes $600+ must be claimed at district offices or headquarters.

Florida Highway Patrol says a white work truck struck a school-bus stop arm in Myakka City Friday; 15 students were aboard and none were injured. Troopers are asking witnesses to come forward.

An 87-year-old Land O' Lakes bicyclist was killed on U.S. 41 after being struck by a motorcycle north of Swans Landing Drive. FHP says the motorcyclist was hospitalized and is investigating.

A roastery-bakery and a brick-and-mortar butcher have opened on Auburndale's Main Street as the city pursues downtown revitalization.

A Dade City community bank faces an OCC enforcement order, shareholder suits and whistleblower claims over AML and payments practices.

Clear and sunny in Tampa with highs near 86°F today. Warming continues into the weekend with a slight inland shower chance Sunday.

A Punta Gorda five‑acre lot has triggered a lawsuit over a six‑figure scrub‑jay mitigation fee. The case could test whether federal protections apply the same way to species found only in one state.