Florida state attorney warns police to stop enforcing immigration law or risk contempt
All law enforcement officers in Florida's 2nd Judicial Circuit have been told by State Attorney Jack Campbell to "refrain" from enforcing Florida's immigration law – or face legal repercussions. "This is not optional, and the Court has the ability to hold each of us in contempt for not following her direction,"...
Five Arrested in Rankin County ATM Fraud Scheme
Five individuals from Florida have been arrested in Rankin County after authorities uncovered an ATM fraud operation involving stolen debit and credit card information. At approximately 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 24, the Rankin County Sheriff’s Department was notified of a suspicious individual reportedly using...
A teen mom and her baby disappeared nearly 32 years ago. Now, Hillsborough County...
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — Days before the 32-year anniversary of a teen mom and her baby's disappearance near Tampa, investigators renewed their call for information that could help them figure out what happened to them. Bonnie Lee Dages was 18 years old when she left her home with her...
Funeral services set for 10-year-old Connecticut native who died after abuse in Florida
"Your smile lives on in the light of every new day," the funeral notice for 10-year-old Xavier Williams said.
Pasco brush fire 60% contained as crews continue battling flames
HOLIDAY, Fla. - Fire rescue crews are working to put out a brush fire burning at a Pasco County park, according to fire rescue crews. The Pasco County Fire Department says they sent crews to Key Vista Nature Park off of Baillies Bluff Road in Holiday Thursday afternoon. What we...
Fugitive from Justice Arrested in Huntington
HUNTINGTON W.Va. (WVDN) – On Monday, April 21, 2025, Trooper C.L. Lowery was contacted by the Putnam County Sheriff Department in reference to a fugitive from justice, who was believed to be hiding out in Huntington. Subsequently, Trooper Lowery observed the suspect being Royal Sean Vance, 48, of Tampa, Florida, in...
Romanian National Arrested in Tampa for Illegal Firearm Possession Amidst Immigration Violation
A 35-year-old Romanian national, Andrei Saplacan, has been arrested in Tampa on charges of possessing firearms while being an alien unlawfully in the United States. Facing up to 15 years in federal prison if convicted, Saplacan reportedly attempted to purchase a firearm earlier this month and made an incorrect...
Best waterfront restaurant near you? 10 Florida favorites for great food, drinks and views
Following our story on the Sunshine State’s 12 best restaurants , the USA TODAY NETWORK-Florida Dining and Entertainment Team shifted focus to scenic places to eat — curating our latest roundup of the top 10 waterfront dining spots from across the state. From rustic fish shacks and beach bars to upscale restaurants...
Tampa Bay-area realtors say man is targeting women to touch their feet during showings
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — Several Tampa Bay-area realtors have raised the alarm about a disturbing pattern involving a man they believe is targeting female agents during home showings in order to touch their feet. They described his behavior as sexually inappropriate, and it has prompted an urgent call for...
Man dies after motorcycle hits road sign, police say
The St. Petersburg Police Department is investigating a fatal motorcycle crash.