A man, Daniel Puga, was charged with burglary and theft after breaking into a Winter Haven fire station on Christmas, stealing items including a unique Grady Judd cowboy hat.

A 21-year-old man, Dominic Frye, faces charges for DUI manslaughter after running a stop sign and causing an accident that killed a 16-year-old girl in Apollo Beach.

Tampa's forecast includes sunny days with highs in the upper 70s, morning fog, and cooler evenings. A cooldown with highs near 62 is expected mid-week.

Manatee County Public Safety Department's Beach Patrol was named 2025 Beach Patrol of the Year by the FBPCA, recognizing their outstanding teamwork, training, and vigilance in Florida.

The Florida Aquarium's aquatic displays have returned to Tampa International Airport's baggage claim areas after being temporarily removed due to construction.

The Pasco Sheriff's Office will close its offices on Dec. 25-26, but assures continued service through digital platforms and emergency contact numbers.

Pasco County Fire Rescue's A-Shift crew at Station 38 lifted a young girl's spirits during the holidays, as shared in a heartfelt social media post and appreciation message from the girl's mother.

The Polk County Sheriff's Office is probing a pre-Christmas murder-suicide involving a dispute between a mother and stepfather, resulting in the death of the mother, critical injury to her daughter, and the suicide of the suspect.

Manatee County Sheriff's Office seeks public help to find missing endangered adult Alma Lee Fisher, last seen on Dec 22, 2025, with memory loss issues.

R W Resca Jr. was sentenced to life for 2nd Degree Murder and firearm possession in Hernando County. The case involved domestic violence and a body discovered in November 2023. The victim's identity is withheld under Marcy's Law.

Authorities are seeking a suspect who took a wallet and phone left at Target in Bayshore Gardens. Manatee County Sheriff posted a call for information after the December 19 incident.

The Pinellas County Commission is disbursing initial checks from the People First Hurricane Recovery Programs to aid locals affected by recent hurricanes.

Lucas Alexander Temple faces charges for unregistered firearms and child sex abuse material; agents found guns, Nazi literature, and evidence of plotting violence.