Polk sheriff: 'Most wonderful mom in the world' shot and killed by son for telling him to stop smoking inside
After the mom caught her 19-year-old son smoking cigars in his room and told him to stop, investigators said he shot her through his door and killed her, then fled from the house.
‘We're embarrassed’: Polk County sheriff volunteer arrested for selling drugs out of patrol vehicle
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says he is "hotter than a bare butt on a tin roof in August" after learning a sheriff’s volunteer officer was caught selling prescription pills out of a patrol car while in uniform.
Teens shot trying to break into man's car were 13 and 16-years-old, deputies say
According to investigators, the call first came in around 2 a.m. as a report of a car burglary with shots fired on Martinwood Drive.
'Disturbing' online video shows Florida woman slapping baby in face, police say
Tya Posley, 23, is facing a charge of cruelty toward a child/abuse.
'Take it down:' Tyre Sampson's parents call for action after son's death on Orlando FreeFall ride at ICON Park
The mother of Tyre Sampson is calling for stricter laws for amusement park rides to prevent other families from experiencing a similar tragedy.
State attorney: Victim who shot and killed attacker was 'fortunate he was able to defend himself'
Three men attacked a victim in downtown Tampa. The victim fought back, shooting two of his attackers, killing one of them. State Attorney Andrew Warren says it was a 'crystal clear-cut case of self-defense.'
Florida sheriff arrests own daughter for meth trafficking: 'No one is immune or exempt'
A Florida sheriff arrested his own daughter, charging her with meth trafficking. "Methamphetamine does not discriminate & neither do we. It does not matter who you are – no one is immune or exempt."
Florida deputies rescue baby from large apartment fire in Orlando
Huge flames lit up the the sky as fire roared through Isles at East Millenia Apartments
New Chicago Bears player Byron Pringle arrested for reckless driving in Florida
The Florida Highway Patrol said Byron Pringle was found in an orange Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat on Saturday night in Pasco County in the midst of clouds of smoke, squealing tires and “the distinct smell of burning rubber.”
Man punched by Mike Tyson for alleged harassment has long rap sheet, state records show
Melvin Townsend III has been convicted of fraud, grand theft, burglary, possession of controlled substances and trafficking in stolen property. The 36-year-old was also incarcerated for 20 months in 2009 and again in 2019 for 15 months.
Watch: Deputies raid two suspected drug houses in Florida; six people arrested
Six people were arrested Wednesday when deputies raided drug houses in Deltona and DeLand, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office.
Slain Florida mom's ex threw evidence out window of truck before cops caught up with him, police say
Florida detectives say the ex-boyfriend and suspect in the murder of Cassie Carli threw evidence out of the window of his truck before cops ultimately caught up with him. They say he had been served with papers issuing a deadline for him to pay child support just days before Carli disappeared.
Florida bride, caterer arrested after guests get sick off drug-laced wedding food, deputies say
The bride, Danya Glenny, and caterer, Joycelyn Bryant, are facing several charges.
Florida dog named 'TobyKeith' breaks record as oldest in the world
The pooch surpassed the lifespan of a Chihuahua which is normally between 12 and 18-years-old.
'She doesn't even expect it': Goose attacks woman in Jacksonville parking lot
Onlookers saw it coming. An unsuspecting woman walked across a parking lot in Jacksonville, not realizing she would fall victim to a nearby attacker – a Canada goose.
Orlando FreeFall ride death: Operator made 'manual adjustments' to Tyre Sampson's seat, report says
The investigation into a teen's death on Orlando FreeFall ride at ICON Park concluded that one of the ride's harness sensors had been manually adjusted, falsely providing a safety OK.
Tampa Bay Dollar General store manager fired over viral TikTok's on difficult hours, staff shortages
A Tampa Bay Dollar General store manager went viral after posting TikTok videos meant to show how difficult it is to lead a store when hours and employees are limited.
Police: Tampa Bay area mom made 'no attempt' to rescue 5-year-old after deadly chase ends with crash in pond
Police say the woman kidnapped her 5-year-old daughter at knifepoint, then led officers on a high-speed chase before she crashed her SUV into a retention pond off the highway. Investigators said she managed to get herself out of the vehicle, but made "no attempt" to rescue the little girl, who drowned in the water. She's now been charged in her daughter's death.
Orlando FreeFall: Florida lawmaker calls for 'loophole' in law to be closed after teenager died on ride
Tyre Sampson, 14, died after falling off of the Orlando FreeFall ride at ICON Park in Orlando, Florida, March 24.
You can stay at this 'Friends' themed Airbnb in Tampa, and the attention to detail is amazing
This Friends-themed Airbnb in Tampa is part Monica and Rachel’s Manhattan apartment, part Central Perk cafe and part Chandler and Joey’s man cave. From the foosball table to the bright blue kitchen, complete with a copy of "The Shining" in the freezer, there are plenty of details and Easter eggs for eagle-eyed fans to appreciate!