No dog left behind: Retired military K-9 with collapsed spinal cord gets new lease on life
When a K-9 who once helped the military find explosives and missing people became paralyzed, a former Sarasota County deputy stepped in to help the dog roll into his retirement years.
When a K-9 who once helped the military find explosives and missing people became paralyzed, a former Sarasota County deputy stepped in to help the dog roll into his retirement years.
Family of teen who fell from ride at Orlando's ICON Park want it closed for good
The family of 14-year-old Tyre Sampson have hired attorneys after the boy fell to his death from the Orlando Free Fall ride on Thursday night.
The family of 14-year-old Tyre Sampson have hired attorneys after the boy fell to his death from the Orlando Free Fall ride on Thursday night.
Dollywood closes drop tower ride made by same manufacturer as Orlando FreeFall
Tyre Sampson, 14, fell off of the FreeFall ride at Orlando's ICON Park on Thursday night. The ride is 430-feet-tall, according to the attraction. The ride is operated by the SlingShot Group of Companies.
Tyre Sampson, 14, fell off of the FreeFall ride at Orlando's ICON Park on Thursday night. The ride is 430-feet-tall, according to the attraction. The ride is operated by the SlingShot Group of Companies.
How teen fell off ride at Orlando's ICON Park: Deputies, state inspectors investigate causes
The frantic moments after a 14-year-old boy fell to his death from the Orlando Free Fall ride at ICON Park late Thursday night were all caught on camera.
The frantic moments after a 14-year-old boy fell to his death from the Orlando Free Fall ride at ICON Park late Thursday night were all caught on camera.
Father of teen who fell from ride wants answers: 'This should never happen'
A father wants to know why his son died on a ride. Yarnell Sampson said his 14-year-old son, Tyre, was visiting Orlando from St. Louis through a football program. He just wanted the kids to have fun and never expected this tragedy to occur.
A father wants to know why his son died on a ride. Yarnell Sampson said his 14-year-old son, Tyre, was visiting Orlando from St. Louis through a football program. He just wanted the kids to have fun and never expected this tragedy to occur.
Teen falls from Florida ride: Video shows moments leading up to deadly plunge
Witnesses say a 14-year-old boy fell from the Orlando Free Fall ride, which stands at 430 feet. It is the world’s tallest freestanding drop tower.
Witnesses say a 14-year-old boy fell from the Orlando Free Fall ride, which stands at 430 feet. It is the world’s tallest freestanding drop tower.
Teen dies after fall from drop tower ride at Orlando's ICON PARK, authorities say
A teenager fell to his death while riding an Orlando-area drop tower attraction, according to officials with the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
A teenager fell to his death while riding an Orlando-area drop tower attraction, according to officials with the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Tampa man arrested for having sex with 11-year-old after meeting at gas station, deputies say
Hillsborough County detectives arrested a 33-year-old man, saying he picked up a child at a gas station and had sex with her.
Hillsborough County detectives arrested a 33-year-old man, saying he picked up a child at a gas station and had sex with her.
Tampa volunteers rescue newborn baby from Ukraine
An 8-day-old baby boy is safe in Poland with his parents after a group of volunteers rescued the infant from war-torn Ukraine, according to Project Dynamo, an American non-profit rescue organization based in Tampa.
An 8-day-old baby boy is safe in Poland with his parents after a group of volunteers rescued the infant from war-torn Ukraine, according to Project Dynamo, an American non-profit rescue organization based in Tampa.
Gov. DeSantis issues proclamation declaring Sarasota swimmer 'real' winner over transgender athlete
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued a proclamation declaring Sarasota native Emma Weyant the "real" winner of the NCAA Championship 500-yard freestyle after the top spot had gone to UPenn swimmer Lia Thomas, the first known transgender woman to win the title.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued a proclamation declaring Sarasota native Emma Weyant the "real" winner of the NCAA Championship 500-yard freestyle after the top spot had gone to UPenn swimmer Lia Thomas, the first known transgender woman to win the title.
Inside Bob Saget's hotel room: Photos released of comedian's Orlando Ritz-Carlton suite
The Orange County Sheriff's Office has released photos of the hotel room where Bob Saget was found dead.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office has released photos of the hotel room where Bob Saget was found dead.
'I killed a lady on the bridge': Florida drawbridge tender arrested after 79-year-old falls to her death
Police said video evidence contradicted the worker's statement that she walked out onto the balcony and visually checked the bridge for vehicles or pedestrians, saying her actions showed "reckless disregard of human life."
Police said video evidence contradicted the worker's statement that she walked out onto the balcony and visually checked the bridge for vehicles or pedestrians, saying her actions showed "reckless disregard of human life."
Florida men accused of tampering with gas pumps, stealing fuel in Bay Area
Two Tampa men are among a group of suspects facing felony charges for allegedly tampering with gas pumps and stealing fuel.
Two Tampa men are among a group of suspects facing felony charges for allegedly tampering with gas pumps and stealing fuel.
Florida man charged in multi-state homicide investigation of colleague
A Florida man has been charged in a multi-state homicide investigation over the death of his colleague in White County, Indiana, state police said.
A Florida man has been charged in a multi-state homicide investigation over the death of his colleague in White County, Indiana, state police said.
16 Chicago police officers on no-pay status for violating vaccine mandate, Lightfoot says
Only 16 Chicago police officers are on no-pay status for defying the city’s vaccine mandate, Mayor Lori Lightfoot said Tuesday, dismissing the possibility that mass firings will be needed in the middle off an unrelenting wave of violent crime.
Only 16 Chicago police officers are on no-pay status for defying the city’s vaccine mandate, Mayor Lori Lightfoot said Tuesday, dismissing the possibility that mass firings will be needed in the middle off an unrelenting wave of violent crime.
Bob Saget's injuries possibly caused by fall on carpeted floor, report states
Saget, 65, was found dead at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes Hotel in Orlando in January.
Saget, 65, was found dead at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes Hotel in Orlando in January.
Florida mother, daughter arrested after ‘kill list’ found on teen's phone, sheriff’s office says
A Florida student was arrested last week over an alleged "kill list," while her mother was taken into custody on unrelated charges, authorities said.
A Florida student was arrested last week over an alleged "kill list," while her mother was taken into custody on unrelated charges, authorities said.
Quarterback Tom Brady changes his mind, says he's not retiring from NFL, Tampa Bay Buccaneers after all
In a post on Twitter on Sunday, Tom Brady said: “These past two months I’ve realized my place is still on the field and not in the stands. That time will come. But it’s not now. I love my teammates, and I love my supportive family. They make it all possible. I’m coming back for my 23rd season in Tampa. Unfinished business LFG."
In a post on Twitter on Sunday, Tom Brady said: “These past two months I’ve realized my place is still on the field and not in the stands. That time will come. But it’s not now. I love my teammates, and I love my supportive family. They make it all possible. I’m coming back for my 23rd season in Tampa. Unfinished business LFG."
Florida man calls 911 to have meth tested for authenticity, deputies say
A Spring Hill man is accused of calling 911 to have the methamphetamine he recently purchased from a man he met at an area bar tested because he believed it was really bath salts.
A Spring Hill man is accused of calling 911 to have the methamphetamine he recently purchased from a man he met at an area bar tested because he believed it was really bath salts.
Gabby Petito's family files lawsuit against Brian Laundrie's parents, claims they knew Brian murdered Gabby
Gabby Petito's family has filed a civil lawsuit against Brian Laundrie's parents, accusing them of knowing that Brian had murdered their daughter and attempting to help him flee the country. The lawsuit seeks over $100,000 in damages for causing the Petitos pain and suffering along with mental anguish.
Gabby Petito's family has filed a civil lawsuit against Brian Laundrie's parents, accusing them of knowing that Brian had murdered their daughter and attempting to help him flee the country. The lawsuit seeks over $100,000 in damages for causing the Petitos pain and suffering along with mental anguish.