A Manatee jury gave a California man 30 years after an undercover FDLE‑HSI sting intercepted dyed “purple” fentanyl and traced multi‑kilogram shipments to brokers in Mexico.

Two RVs burned inside a Progress Village warehouse Thursday; crews contained the blaze in about 30 minutes and investigators are on scene.

A judge denied a bid to dismiss charges in the deadly 2024 Plant City fire and ordered the accused sent to a state facility for competency restoration. The decision keeps the case alive as experts evaluate his ability to stand trial.

A St. Petersburg mother was arrested April 30, 2026, and charged with aggravated child manslaughter after her 2-year-old son was struck and killed by a pickup last October.

A 6-year-old girl was critically injured in a two-vehicle crash at Tampa Road and St. Petersburg Drive in Oldsmar. Authorities say speed appears to be a factor.

A probationary Sarasota officer was arrested and fired after police say he kissed a 16‑year‑old without permission. The department opened an internal and criminal probe.

Two people were arrested in Sarasota after an April 12 hit-and-run on U.S. 41 left a man dead. Troopers say the driver fled and later allegedly tried to hide the Jeep.

A Winter Haven traffic stop turned up 13 live iguanas — many zip‑tied — and FWC has opened a wildlife probe.

Hendry County deputies say a LaBelle woman and two men were arrested after a home invasion left a man beaten, bound and $18,000 handed to attackers. Investigators say the wife admitted helping coordinate the attack.

A Mulberry man was arrested after a late-night disturbance; deputies say K9 Obi and a drone led to his capture. He faces multiple charges including battery by strangulation.

City officials say a Temple Terrace officer was arrested April 30 after an April 15 crash on Fowler Ave. that killed a 6-year-old passenger. Investigators are reviewing the case.

A Port Charlotte High School teacher was arrested after allegedly admitting to sex with a 17‑year‑old student on campus, according to the sheriff's office.

A Citrus County grand jury indicted William Michael Larsen Sr. on first‑degree premeditated murder, arson and related counts; prosecutors have filed a death‑penalty notice.