DASHCAM: Man strikes Florida deputy’s patrol car, attempts to flee
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. (CBs12) — A man was arrested early Saturday after he allegedly struck a Florida deputy's patrol car and attempted to flee the scene. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said that the deputy was conducting a routine traffic stop when the vehicle collided with the driver’s side of the...
Sheriff Grady Judd Tells Social Media About Wild Polk County Arrest, “It was ugly”
There is never a dull moment in Polk County. One of our favorite morning rituals is checking the Polk County Sheriff account to see if Sheriff Grady Judd has blessed our timeline with any crazy Florida Man story. In Polk County, deputies took Matthew Zaccarino, 39, into custody. He's from...
‘False accusations’: Polk County man denies holding Uber driver at gunpoint, forcing him to...
DUNDEE, Fla. (WFLA) — The 24-year-old Dundee man accused of holding an Uber driver at gunpoint had his first court appearance on Tuesday. On Monday, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office said it was searching for an “armed and dangerous” suspect, Jamarcus Fowler, after an Uber driver reported a carjacking that occurred...
Two more Polk County restaurants closed by inspectors because of roaches
Two Polk County restaurants were closed by inspectors to deal with roaches during the first two weeks of December, according to state reports . On Dec. 16, Global Foody Lovers at 2143 Davenport Blvd. in Davenport was temporarily closed after an inspector noted 50 live roaches (high priority) and 90 dead roaches...
The Peaceful Town In Florida Where 2-Bedroom House Costs $1,700 A Month
In a state where beachfront condos command astronomical prices and theme park adjacent homes require a second mortgage, there exists a tranquil haven where your housing dollar stretches like saltwater taffy on a summer day. Bartow, Florida stands as a testament to what happens when a town values its heritage,...
‘Light Frost’ Leads to Bloom Burn in Florida Strawberries
The emergence of neopestalotiopsis disease in Southeast strawberries has forced growers to manage their crops differently compared to previous years. Take Florida producer Dustin Grooms for instance. Grooms, who grows strawberries with Fancy Farms in Plant City, Florida, had to recently consider the disease’s impact...
Repticon slithers into Lakeland for the weekend
Repticon is being held this weekend at the RP Funding Center in Lakeland, aiming to connect with fellow reptile lovers and educate those who might be on the fence. FOX 13's Heather Healy reports.
Teen Arrested After Allegedly Driving 154 MPH On Florida Interstate
A late night traffic stop in the Tampa Bay area led to the arrest of a teenager after law enforcement reported extreme speeding on a busy interstate.
120th Tarpon Springs Epiphany tomorrow, Maduro pleads not guilty on drug trafficking charges and...
Good evening, Tampa Bay. We're wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook. Tuesday morning will start with some fog and low clouds but not as widespread as Monday morning. Clouds and fog should break up by mid to...
Lake Wales police seek to identify woman involved in hit-and-run at local Walmart
LAKE WALES, Fla. (WFLA)— The Lake Wales Police Department is asking the community for help identifying a woman involved in a hit-and-run. On Monday, Dec. 29, a woman committed a hit-and-run at the Walmart located on 2000 Highway 60 E in Lake Wales, officers said. Pulling into the parking lot, the woman sideswiped a...
