A Lakeland woman was arrested for leaving four children in a car while she was inside a lounge, leading to additional charges when she kicked a deputy.

A contractor in Hernando County was arrested for unlicensed contracting, his second offense. Officials remind the public to verify contractors' licenses and report unlicensed activity.

Police responded to a fatal shooting in Tampa early Tuesday, with a woman in her mid-30s dying from a gunshot wound. The suspect fled and is being sought by authorities. The incident is under investigation.

Three Uhuru Movement members were sentenced to probation and community service, avoiding prison for conspiracy convictions tied to alleged Russian meddling in U.S. affairs. They were spared fines and the courtroom response was supportive.

A man died in a single-vehicle crash on Monday morning on North 22nd Street in Tampa, prompting road closures and traffic redirection during the police investigation.

A judge in Sebring, Florida, is set to decide on the death penalty for Zephen Xaver, who pleaded guilty to killing five women at a bank in 2019, following a jury's 9-3 death penalty recommendation.

Two killed, three injured in head-on collision in Manatee County, Florida, as an SUV tried to overtake traffic.

A significant house fire in Spring Hill led to a home being destroyed, despite firefighters' efforts. No injuries were reported, and improperly discarded smoking materials may have caused the blaze.

A man died in a head-on crash in Polk City Saturday night after an Orlando man's Mazda struck his Toyota. Charges are pending the ongoing investigation.

Nurse Trenton Duckworth at Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital is charged with stealing checks and a credit card from a patient.

An Amber Alert was issued for Jace Saunders, a 5-year-old Florida boy with autism. He may be with his grandmother, who is wanted for kidnapping. Authorities arrested his parents for interfering with custody.

A law enforcement operation in Hillsborough County resulted in 17 arrests, including convicted felon Brandon Landaverde. The operation focused on crime trends and seized two firearms and $1,400.

A motorcyclist died after a crash on I-275 in Florida, causing lane closures. The collision with a Tesla occurred as the motorcyclist crossed a ramp gore. No injuries were reported for the Tesla occupants.