City officials say a Temple Terrace officer was arrested April 30 after an April 15 crash on Fowler Ave. that killed a 6-year-old passenger. Investigators are reviewing the case.

A Port Charlotte High School teacher was arrested after allegedly admitting to sex with a 17‑year‑old student on campus, according to the sheriff's office.

A seven-foot alligator tried to cross North Dale Mabry Highway Wednesday; deputies and a licensed trapper removed it safely, HCSO says.

Sunny and hot through Saturday with highs in the upper 80s. A cold front brings showers and thunderstorms late Saturday into Sunday.

A motorcyclist died after a Volkswagen SUV turned into the rider's path at 66th Street North and 94th Avenue North in Pinellas Park. Traffic homicide detectives are investigating.

An Apollo Beach businessman was indicted for allegedly using false PPP loan applications to buy a G‑Wagon, a Nebraska hotel and cryptocurrency.

Dozens gathered outside Sen. Jim Boyd’s Bradenton office as activists demand relief from rising electric bills and reforms to how utilities are regulated.

A multimillion-dollar renovation will bring St. Petersburg's Manhattan Casino back as a city-run music and events venue, officials say.

Phone service in Citrus County was briefly disrupted Tuesday; calls were diverted to Sumter County partners and lines were restored at 9:45 p.m.

Heartland for Children and Polk County say more than 500 children were removed from homes across Polk, Hardee and Highlands last year. The agency is recruiting dozens of foster families ahead of May's recognition month.

Patrick Scruggs pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 90 days after a 2023 Howard Frankland Bridge stabbing. The plea was approved by the man he wounded.

Tampa’s Angry Chair Brewing is up for sale for $3 million; the turnkey listing includes equipment, recipes and the brand while owners retain the building. The taproom remains open.

A 61-year-old Bradenton man died after his motorcycle left U.S. 41 and struck a guardrail north of Saffold Park Drive. Troopers say the crash occurred around 4:50 p.m. and is under investigation.