A Bahamian national, Kenthen Swain, faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted of illegal reentry into the U.S., marking his fourth violation. The case is part of a broader DOJ crackdown on illegal immigration.

Mexican national Juan Martinez sentenced to four months for passport fraud, using a fake birth certificate to obtain and renew a U.S. passport, and voting illegally in presidential elections.

Authorities are seeking four missing children from Ruskin, Florida, suspected to be with Erica Cepeda and Jerome Penny. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office urges public vigilance and to report sightings.

Zephyrhills police investigate a shooting on County Road 54, urging alternate routes due to road closure and reassuring the public of no wider threat.

Multiple agencies, including the Hillsborough County Sheriff's aviation team, contained a brush fire in Plant City using coordinated air and ground efforts.

A former Polk County deputy, Justin Register, resigned after being arrested for stealing cash from a driver during a traffic stop. Witnesses reported the incident, leading to an investigation into his past conduct.

Clearwater Police seek public help in identifying a beach theft suspect who stole three bags containing $1,350 but left behind valuables like wallets and phones.

A woman and six children were hospitalized after their car ran a red light and flipped in Pasco County, Florida, ejecting the children. The other vehicle's driver had minor injuries. The crash is under investigation.

Man in his late 40s fatally shot in Tampa; shooter claims self-defense and cooperates with police. Investigation ongoing to determine whether charges will be filed.

A forklift accidentally fell into Tampa Bay's waters, but was successfully recovered with no injuries, showcasing local authorities' swift action and preparedness.

A St. Petersburg woman is charged with aggravated manslaughter after a nine-month-old died at her unlicensed daycare; she also misrepresented her childcare license.

A Venezuelan man, Jose Canas Vargas, was arrested for stealing and burning U.S. flags in Clearwater, leading to a pursuit ending with nine charges and a $62,650 bond.

Three hospitalized after an Amtrak train collided with an SUV in Lakeland; Polk County Sheriff investigating the incident.