A crash involving a gold Honda Accord hitting a power pole caused a widespread power outage in Winter Haven, affecting businesses and traffic signals. The driver was unharmed and impairment is not suspected.

A fire broke out at the Fresh Kitchen on South Howard Avenue in Tampa, leading to road closures and no reported injuries. Firefighters worked to control the second-alarm blaze. The cause remains under investigation.

Winter Haven Police seek information on a fatal stabbing of a 26-year-old woman behind an old motel. The suspect fled post-altercation, leaving the victim to succumb to injuries despite life-saving efforts.

Otis Kitchen II, principal of Town and County Elementary School, was arrested for DUI and fleeing after nearly hitting a deputy's car and exhibiting erratic driving. His blood alcohol level was .142.

A 14-year-old has been charged with first-degree murder after a fatal shooting in St. Petersburg; his father faces multiple charges relating to weapons and drugs.

The St. Petersburg Police are investigating a fatal crash that killed a 20-year-old, seeking to identify the driver of a blue Toyota Corolla involved in the accident.

A 14-year-old boy is in critical condition after a shooting in St. Petersburg. Police are investigating and seeking public assistance for leads. No arrests or suspect descriptions have been released.

Tampa Police arrested Dontarvis Singleton, 36, for a fatal shooting in North Tampa, facing charges including first-degree murder and firearm possession.

A fire at Turtle Creek Apartments in Hillsborough County displaced nine families, injured one person, killed a dog, and damaged 12 units. The cause is under investigation.

A detention cadet in Hillsborough County was arrested on charges involving child pornography and sexual activity with an animal, following an NCMEC alert and police investigation.

Shooting at a Tampa laundromat during an early morning dispute led to one person injured; the elderly shooter claimed self-defense. Victim is stable; investigation ongoing.

A toddler was killed in a Tampa parking lot after a Toyota RAV4 struck the child, who was riding a bicycle. No charges are pending; the investigation is ongoing. Sheriff Chronister extended condolences to the family.

Jacksonville man Jared Eakes is indicted for defrauding investors and misusing PPP loans, facing up to 20 years per wire fraud count and 30 years for bank fraud.