A man in Lakeland, FL, died trying to climb a moving dump truck, leading to traffic disruption on Highway 92 as authorities investigated the incident.

A Florida man, aged 71, was arrested in connection with a 1978 double homicide in Massachusetts, with forensic evidence including a partial fingerprint linking him to the crime.

Alan W. Filion, 18, pleaded guilty to over 375 swatting calls, facing up to five years per count of interstate threats. His scheme lasted from August 2022 to January 2024.

St. Petersburg Police arrested Eddie Smith III for the murder of Anthony Ly, who was found shot outside a residence. A second suspect, Datrik Pettis, is sought in the ongoing investigation.

A woman was killed in Bradenton by crossfire while returning from groceries; two separate but possibly linked shootings occurred, with the second shooting fatally wounding her. Police are investigating.

A semi truck struck the Livingston Avenue overpass on I-275 in Tampa, resulting in temporary closures for safety inspections, but no injuries were reported.

Hillsborough County Development Services aids locals in rebuilding post-hurricane, emphasizing permit necessity for safety and compliance with regulations.

A man named Ron Yarde has been indicted for his alleged involvement in multiple robberies in Florida, with a potential 20-year prison sentence if convicted.

Brandon Eye Associates P.A. in Florida agrees to pay $1.3 million to settle fraudulent billing allegations for unnecessary medical services, including trans-cranial doppler ultrasounds.

A Dover man received a 38-year federal prison sentence after pleading guilty to a crime spree that included robbery, carjacking, and shooting at police officers.

A student at Thomas E. Weightman Middle School in Pasco County was arrested for making threats on social media and faces criminal charges. Authorities assure no current threat to the school.

A 9-year-old boy was fatally struck by an SUV in St. Petersburg while riding his bike. The incident happened around 6:35 p.m. at an intersection, and the driver is cooperating with the police investigation.

Florida law enforcement arrested individuals and impounded vehicles to prevent a planned street takeover in Tampa.