TAMPA, Fla. -- A Tavares man was hospitalized following a three-vehicle accident that involved two semi-trucks according to Florida Highway Patrol reports. 59-year-old Juan Lozano of Tavares was traveling southbound on I-75 near mile marker 272…
Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday Continues Through June…
FLORIDA -- The 2018 Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday continues through until June 7 allowing Florida residents to purchase items necessary to properly prepare for this hurricane season such as batteries, lights, tarps, and more. The…
Six More Weeks of Winter, says Punxsutawney Phil
YORK, Pa. -- We can expect six more weeks of winter according to Punxsutawney Phil and the Groundhog Day tradition. The legend states that if Punxsutawney Phil comes out of hibernation and sees his shadow, we can…
Man Charged with Manslaughter in 2016 Crash Wanted…
TAVARES -- A man who was charged with vehicular homicide in August 2016 is wanted again after he failed to appear at a mandatory pre-trial hearing Wednesday morning according to the State Attorney's office. Jose…
Former U.S. Representative Corrine Brown Jailed at Coleman…
COLEMAN -- Former United States Representative Corrine Brown (Dem.) was jailed at the Coleman Federal Prison on Monday to begin serving her 5-year sentence on various charges including federal corruption and fraud that she was…
Deputies raise reward to $10k for homicide suspect
BUSHNELL - Sumter County Deputies increased the reward amount for a homicide suspect to a total of $10,000 according to the department's spokeswoman Michelle Keszey. Keszey stated in a press release on Monday afternoon that the…
Hillsborough Deputy Flees Scene of One Accident, Causes…
LARGO, Fla - A suspect in a crash under investigation by the Largo Police Department reportedly caused another accident as it fled the scene of the first the night of October 29. James Gerard Paes, 39…
Accident Leaves One Dead, One Seriously Injured
TAMPA, Fla - Florida Highway Patrol reported one woman dead and another seriously injured after an accident on US-301 during the evening of Tuesday, October 24. Lacey Del Jones, 21 of Tampa, was reportedly headed north…
Two Injured in Early Morning DUI Crash
TAMPA, Fla - Two people were injured early in the morning of Saturday, October 21 following a DUI-related crash. Florida Highway Patrol reports Eldy Cartaya Dominguez, 32 of Tampa, was traveling northbound on I-275 in a…
Motorcycle Crash at USF Leaves One Critical
TAMPA, Fla - The Florida Highway Patrol has released reports of a crash at the intersection of USF Holly Drive and USF Maple Drive. The incident occurred around 10:30 p.m Thursday October 19. A 2007 Toyota…
Troopers Search for Suspect Fatal Hit and Run…
HILLSBOROUGH, Fla - A bicyclist was struck by a motor vehicle at the I-4 exit to US 301 in the early morning hours of October 18. The bicyclist was identified as a 45-year-old male whose name…
Over 200 Service Centers Begin to Issue New…
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - More than 200 service centers are expected to begin issuing Florida's new Driver's License and Identification cards according to a press release issued by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.…
Accident on I-75 Causes Delays
Hillsborough County - An accident on I-75 at milepost 245 is expected to cause delays throughout the day, reports Florida Highway Patrol. The single vehicle incident was caused by a tire blowout which caused the driver…
DCF Announces Release of Food Stamp Benefits Within…
FLORIDA - The Department of Children and Families announced on Wednesday it will be releasing food stamp benefits early to help benefit recipients prepare for Hurricane Irma. "Attention: To help families prepare for Hurricane Irma,…
DCF Monitoring Hurricane Irma to Determine Early Release…
FLORIDA - While Hurricane Irma makes her wy toward the Sunshine State, many residents are struggling to prepare by stocking up on water and non-perishable foods. However, some residents who rely on Food Stamps are…
Community Chips in to Buy Car For Local…
PAISLEY, Fla. - It was an average day for Wesley Locke as he drove down County Road 42 in Paisley. Except on August 2, Locke witnessed what he calls an "example of true work ethic" during…
Troopers Searching for Hillsborough Hit-and-Run Suspect
TAMPA - Florida Highway Patrol troopers are searching for a suspect involved in a hit-and-run accident which left a woman hospitalized Sunday morning according to an FHP report. Troopers responded to a multi-vehicle accident near the…
Troopers Warn Against Traffic Citation Scam
TALLAHASSEE - The holidays are packed with joy, cheer, and scams. This year, a new scam has been brought to the attention of the Florida Highway Patrol and troopers are now warning consumers to beware. Like…
Officials Still Searching for Missing Summerfield Man
SUMMERFIELD - A Summerfield man is still missing after he left his home in Summerfield with only his passport, identification card, and medication. Family members of 69-year-old Derek Cunningham reported last seeing him on November 16th.…
Wildwood Woman Suffers Minor Injuries After Accident with…
PLANT CITY - A Wildwood woman suffered minor injuries after being involved in an accident while in Plant City according to Florida Highway Patrol. 48-year-old Kimberly Ramos was traveling in her 2010 Volkswagon heading westbound on…