A 38-year-old Crystal River man died after a high-impact collision with a tractor-trailer at CR‑470 and SR‑44 in Sumter County.

Bradenton Police have terminated Officer Quinlyn Parnau after his arrest on domestic battery and burglary charges, the department said. The move follows another officer’s firing earlier this month.

Publix says Executive Chairman Todd Jones will retire May 31 after a 46‑year career; he will remain chairman of the board as the company shifts leadership. The move follows the chain’s recent Q1 results and is framed as a continuity transition.

Matilde, a coastal Mexican steakhouse from Next Level Brands, will anchor AER Tampa's ground floor and target a spring 2027 opening near the Riverwalk.

HCSO named Derick Morris Vincent, 32, in a Warrant Wednesday post, listing strangulation and other domestic‑violence charges. Deputies ask anyone with tips to call 813‑247‑8200.

A Miami federal judge gave Ernesto Ortega Padgett 15 years after prosecutors say his bank-impersonation ring stole more than $29 million and laundered proceeds through crypto.

Plan-review filings show Coco Coastal Coffee LLC has targeted 5400 Marina Drive, Unit A in Holmes Beach; owners haven't announced a menu or opening date.

A 29‑year‑old Lakeland man was killed May 5 after his motorcycle struck an SUV that turned left on George Jenkins Boulevard. Police say the Traffic Homicide Unit is investigating.

A Fort Lauderdale jury convicted Terrance Wallace after agents found 168 kilograms of cocaine and 31 unauthorized migrants aboard a go‑fast boat. Prosecutors link Wallace to more than 500 kg of smuggled cocaine.

A Polk County man pleaded guilty in federal court in Ocala to attempted production of child sexual abuse material and faces a mandatory minimum of 15 years.

Citrus County health officials are urging residents who rely on medical equipment or have disabilities to preregister with Florida’s Special Needs Shelter Registry before hurricane season. Registration helps emergency teams plan transport and sheltering, though it does not guarantee a bed.

Citrus County deputies named 43-year-old Kristopher Sellers as their latest "Wanted of the Week" for violating probation tied to a meth possession case. Authorities ask anyone with information to call 352-249-2790.

A woman died after a two-vehicle crash at MLK Street South and 9th Avenue S in St. Petersburg. Traffic homicide detectives are investigating.