A 38-year-old Crystal River man died after a high-impact collision with a tractor-trailer at CR‑470 and SR‑44 in Sumter County.

A 29‑year‑old Lakeland man was killed May 5 after his motorcycle struck an SUV that turned left on George Jenkins Boulevard. Police say the Traffic Homicide Unit is investigating.

Citrus County deputies named 43-year-old Kristopher Sellers as their latest "Wanted of the Week" for violating probation tied to a meth possession case. Authorities ask anyone with information to call 352-249-2790.

Publix’s customer‑service FAQ and in‑store signs now ask that only law enforcement openly carry firearms, a reversal from the chain’s October policy. Local reporters say the change showed up this week.

Sunny, muggy start in Tampa with highs near 92 and humid afternoons. Isolated showers and storms return Friday.

A man was shot Tuesday afternoon in the Wilton Way area of Land O' Lakes; deputies say the injuries are non-life-threatening and a suspect is being sought.

A Polk City man was sentenced to life after a jury convicted him of second-degree murder in a 2023 Ruskin fishing-trip shooting. Jurors rejected his self-defense claim.

A value-minded clothing retailer is set to take over the former Saks Off 5th anchor at Tampa Premium Outlets, filling a prominent vacancy at the Lutz mall.

Bern's will close Haven in late May to begin converting the Hyde Park restaurant into a seafood concept led by chef Chad Johnson. A fall 2027 opening is the target.

Lawmakers approved a bill to relaunch state licensing for naturopathic doctors and create a Board of Naturopathic Medicine; supporters tout access, critics warn unproven care.

Four family members were found shot in Plant City on Sunday; detectives are asking neighbors for video and tips. The investigation is ongoing.

Montreal beat Tampa Bay 2-1 in Game 7 despite taking only nine shots — an NHL playoff record — and will face Buffalo in Round 2.

Gage Goncalves scored in overtime to lift Tampa Bay to a 1-0 win in Montreal, forcing a Game 7 in Tampa. Vasilevskiy’s 30-save night kept the Lightning alive.