Highs near 97°F today with heat index into the 100s. Scattered afternoon storms possible.

A proposed class action in Hillsborough County says CommTow charged a $250 lien‑release fee to drivers who reclaimed towed cars quickly; plaintiffs seek refunds and court review.

A former Greater Fort Lauderdale LGBT Chamber leader was arrested after police say he charged about $11,000 to a chamber credit card.

A 68-year-old man, Jeffrey Owens, was struck and killed while crossing Brodhead Road in Aliquippa. A 23-year-old driver was arrested and blood testing is underway.

Clayton County deputies say they seized about 3 kilograms of meth — an estimated $300,000 street value — during a traffic stop that ended in a foot chase and arrest.

Sunny Wednesday with highs near 87°F and a chance of storms Thursday. Expect heavy downpours and gusty winds in the afternoon and evening.

A Marion County deputy shot a man during a domestic disturbance in Ocala on Tuesday; the Florida Department of Law Enforcement has been notified and is investigating.

A 5-year-old was shot near Fargo-Oakfield Playground on Detroit's west side; police say the child is stable as detectives canvass the park and nearby blocks. Officers asked anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.

Vanessa Gibson joined AG Holdings at a block‑party ribbon cutting for two East 198th Street buildings in Bedford Park that add 166 apartments, 34 at up to 80% AMI.

A Miami Gardens man was arrested after deputies say he stole roughly $33,000, TVs and jewelry from a Brownsville senior’s home. Investigators traced a pickup and a pawn‑shop sale to make the arrest.

Two former students say IMG Academy failed to protect them, alleging on‑campus sexual assaults and chronic lack of supervision at the Bradenton boarding school. Legal hearings are set for August.

A Dispatch payroll database shows Gahanna’s top 2025 earners were mainly police supervisors and the chief, with several employees topping $160,000 to $200,000.

A Lugoff man faces multiple felony counts after an alleged June 26 shooting; deputies say he shot at his stepson and the boy’s father.