Lakeland Man Survives Alligator Attack, Then Killed by Polk County Deputies After Attempting to Seize Patrol Rifle
Timothy Schulz was shot and killed by deputies after an alligator attack and erratic behavior, which included charging at them with garden shears and attempting to grab a deputy's rifle.
Tampa Braces for Sweltering Heat and Daily Thunderstorms, Warns National Weather Service
Tampa's forecast includes heat, humidity, and a daily chance of thunderstorms, with temperatures expecting to peak at 94°F and a heat index up to 103. Evening winds may calm, but the risk of rain persists.
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Seeks Certified Medical Assistants for Correctional Healthcare Team
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking Medical Assistants with Florida MA certification and relevant experience for their correctional healthcare team. Applicants can expect 12-hour shifts with alternating weekends off.
Undocumented Venezuelan National Charged After Assault on Polk County Deputy, Second Suspect Arrested for DUI in Wahneta
Polk County deputy was struck by a fleeing Venezuelan national during a traffic stop. The suspect was tased and arrested, and is now facing multiple charges with an ICE hold. The driver, also arrested, faces DUI and other charges.
Tampa Grandmother Fatally Shot by Deputy After Wounding Daughter in Armed Standoff
A Hillsborough County deputy shot and killed grandmother Rosamond Brookins after she had shot her daughter and confronted officers with a gun. The incident involved a response to reports of domestic violence and a subsequent negotiation failure.
Deputy-Involved Crash During Traffic Stop Leads to Power Outage in South Brooksville
A deputy-involved crash in South Brooksville following a traffic stop led to a power outage after the deputy's vehicle hit a power pole; both the deputy and suspect endured minor and no injuries, respectively.
St. Petersburg Officer "Friendly" Brings Joy to Preschool Graduates with Reading Session and Gifts
Officer Lenard Cox from St. Petersburg Police Department spent time reading to preschoolers, engaging with them, and gave them graduation gifts to foster early positive relationships with law enforcement.












