Judge Samantha Ward ruled against Gerald Radford's "stand your ground" defense in a Tampa dog park shooting, setting a trial for his second-degree murder charge.

A Florida woman was arrested for threatening an insurance company with a phrase linked to a recent CEO's murder. She claimed frustration with healthcare companies but denied intent to harm.

The U.S. seeks to extradite Liridon Masurica from Kosovo for allegedly operating an online black market dealing in stolen data. If convicted, he faces up to 55 years in prison.

Traffic on I-75 in Hernando County has resumed normal flow after a jackknifed semi-truck near mile marker 304 caused a temporary closure. Minor injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run on West Gandy Boulevard in Tampa; the driver fled and has not been identified. Police are investigating and seeking public assistance.

A motorcyclist died after a hit-and-run in Gibsonton; the driver is sought by Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

The FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Ruskin is closing, but a new one will open in Tampa. Assistance is still available online, by phone, and at other centers.

Lakeland man Stephon Chad Fulse Jr. is charged with sexually assaulting a 14-year-old during Thanksgiving break.

A shooting occurred in Sarasota near 24th St and N Osprey Ave, leaving one person with non-life-threatening injuries. Police are seeking information from the public.

Former postal worker Jesse L. Anderson pleaded guilty to mail theft and may face up to five years in prison. The investigation began after reports of stolen mail containing credit and Social Security cards.

A Winter Haven woman was charged with grand theft for stealing and pawning $10,000 worth of jewelry from an elderly person.

A Tarpon Springs felon, James Patrick Sychowski, was convicted of possessing ammunition after being found with a loaded ghost gun he'd built. He faces up to 15 years in prison.

Two Safety Harbor firefighters were hit by an SUV at their station; Captain Hans is recovering at home, Firefighter Craig returned to duty. The driver had a mechanical failure and is unlikely to face charges.