Auburndale police arrested Aurora Monique Cochran in connection with the April 5 killing of William Thomas Martin. The investigation remains active and authorities are seeking tips.

An undercover PCSO check at New Oriental Massage led to two arrests, including the owner, the sheriff’s office says.

HCA Brandon cut the ribbon on a 70,000-square-foot medical office building across from its campus, adding specialty clinics and a dedicated home for GME. The building includes simulation labs, classrooms and wellness space for nearly 200 trainees.

A dispute at a Winter Haven intersection turned into gunfire on Monday; one person was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

Highs near 95°F with a 70% chance of afternoon storms; heat‑index readings may hit 105°F.

Hillsborough deputies say a 32‑year‑old man entered a neighbor’s home and shot a dog after the animal bit a child. The suspect is arrested and faces animal‑cruelty and weapons counts.

A late-night pedestrian collision on State Road 33 in Lakeland left a woman dead; investigators say she entered the path of a southbound SUV and the Traffic Homicide Unit is probing.

HCSO’s Gang Unit says undercover buys of oxycodone and marijuana led to the June 24 arrest of 21‑year‑old Jaylin McBride; deputies say a gun and drugs were seized.

A late-night collision on Cherry Road in Lakeland's Kathleen area killed one man and left another critically injured.

U.S. aircraft struck Iranian missile and drone sites after a reported drone hit the Singapore‑flagged Ever Lovely in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting an IMO pause and putting Tampa‑based CENTCOM at the center of the response.

After nearly two years of hurricane repairs, the Clearwater Beach Library & Recreation Center at 69 Bay Esplanade has reopened with pool, gym and a waterfront event room. A wedding expo is set for June 28.

Hot, muggy Saturday with highs near 96°F and scattered afternoon storms. Heat index could hit about 105°F—plan outdoor time accordingly.

State records show Florida’s data‑center exemption has translated into millions in sales‑tax breaks under a DeSantis‑backed law, renewing debate over incentives and local control. SB 484 adds protections but leaves the tax carveouts intact for qualifying hyperscale projects.