Two Hillsborough deputies were shot in Ruskin; both were airlifted to Tampa General Hospital and a suspect was also wounded.

Ormond Beach‑based Security First is cutting select homeowners rates by about 5.6% and launching a disappearing deductible that reduces deductibles by 20% per claims‑free year.

Florida’s back-to-school tax holiday runs July 20–Aug 20 and covers clothing under $100, school supplies under $50 and laptops under $1,500.

The Florida Supreme Court disbarred Panama City attorney Christopher Rodriguez on June 4, 2026, after his federal conviction and 8½‑year sentence for attempted explosives attacks. The order removes his license while he serves time.

The Florida Supreme Court on July 16 rejected Jermaine Foster’s bid for a new trial, leaving two death sentences in place. The ruling defers to the trial judge’s credibility findings.

The Florida Chamber says the state’s GDP hit $1.89 trillion, which would rank Florida 14th worldwide if treated as a country. Different data sources change the placement.

A fatal crash at the I‑75/Duncan Road interchange in Punta Gorda blocked northbound ramps and left one person dead, officials said. Expect long delays and detours.

Residents urged Hillsborough County to end taxpayer support for the Florida‑Israel Business Accelerator, arguing local needs should come before recruiting Israeli startups. County budget documents show a $100,000 annual agreement is currently in the FY25 allocations.

A 49-year-old man was arrested after a brutal attack at Bartlett Park left a man critically injured and disfigured.

State investigators say Torey Jermaine Keith submitted 15 altered health‑insurance claims that paid out about $159,557.50; he now faces felony counts including organized fraud and forgery.

Hernando County voters must register or change party by July 20 to be eligible for the Aug. 18 primary. The supervisor’s office says online and paper registration are available now.

Neighbors want tougher enforcement after high‑occupancy vacation homes drew complaints and prompted thousands of fire‑safety checks.

Hillsborough County will remove i‑Ready and Amira from daily K‑2 lessons, shifting classrooms back to books, handwriting and hands‑on learning while keeping devices for tests.