A Tampa man was arrested May 24 after detectives say he sexually exploited a 17‑year‑old and recorded the encounters. Authorities say the investigation remains active.

A fire on Egmont Key sent thick black smoke across Tampa Bay and drew a multi‑agency marine response; officials reported no injuries while crews worked to contain the blaze.

A Seminole Good Samaritan was critically injured Sunday after being struck by a pickup while moving a turtle; deputies say MAIT is investigating.

Dozens of officers converged on downtown St. Petersburg early Monday after witnesses reported hearing gunshots near 1st Avenue North.

Federal prosecutors say a Lewisville man and a Grand Rapids woman were indicted after allegedly soaking sheets of paper in synthetic drugs and sending them to inmates nationwide.

Hillsborough deputies say a Riverview man groomed and abused a 15‑year‑old over several years; he’s now charged with multiple felonies.

A Lee County video shows a 14-year-old struck by a car as she boarded a school bus in Estero; family says she is recovering and stop‑arm cameras have flagged thousands.

Two men were seriously injured in Hudson when a flashover ignited during spray‑foam work; both were airlifted and deputies say the injuries were accidental.

Small fires inside Pop Stansell Park bathrooms have deputies boosting patrols and asking residents for tips. Officials say the incidents appear deliberate but caused little damage.

A Tallahassee juror reported a $10,000 bribery attempt; two people have been charged and prosecutors say the offer relied on a childhood connection. The juror declined and reported it.

A woman was detained after police say she drove into a crowd outside Back Alley Bar & Grill in Sebring. Investigators say injuries were not life-threatening and are asking witnesses to come forward.

Deputies are investigating a shooting in the gated Artistry neighborhood; the sheriff’s office says there is no ongoing threat and detectives remain on scene.

A 61-year-old Spring Hill woman died after her Kia Soul was struck while turning at Drayton Street and County Line Road. Troopers say the vehicle moved into the path of a Ford van; the Florida Highway Patrol is investigating.