Bartow Steak Snatcher Faces New Felony Charges For Retail Theft At 2 Lowe’s Locations
POLK COUNTY, Fla. – 47-year-old Kenneth DeShawn Bailey of Bartow, who was initially arrested on May 28th for retail thefts at Publix and Winn-Dixie, is now facing a more serious felony charge. Following Bailey’s initial arrest, Polk County Sheriff’s Office Detective Wright expanded the investigation, collaborating...
SEARCH WARRANT LEADS TO MULTIPLE ARRESTS IN PLANT CITY
On June 11, the Plant City Police Department (PCPD) executed a search warrant at a residence in the 100 block of W. Morrell Drive. This operation was the result of an ongoing investigation into illegal drug activity that continues to threaten the safety of our neighborhoods. In addition to other vehicles, PCPD...
Pinellas Park becomes the latest Tampa Bay city to ban smoking and vaping in...
PINELLAS PARK, Fla. — Pinellas Park is the latest local government in Tampa Bay to ban smoking and vaping in its public parks. The change takes effect Friday in the wake of Thursday's 4-1 vote and could mean a fine of up to $500 and up to 60 days in county jail for violators.
St. Pete Police chief to protestors: ‘Make sure you obey the law’
ST. PETE, Fla. — Ahead of Saturday’s scheduled protests that organizers are calling "No Kings," the St. Pete Police chief is warning demonstrators that they need to obey local laws while voicing their concerns. Roughly 1,800 protests are set for June 14 in locations spanning across the county....
Couple celebrates 59th anniversary by renewing wedding vows
PLANT CITY, Fla. - A Tampa Bay couple proved that love truly stands the test of time. Esther and Wayne Devilbliss renewed their vows Wednesday morning at the Plant City Adult Day Care in front of friends, family, and fellow residents, marking 59 years of marriage. The couple was surrounded...
Proposed toll road could threaten rare plant found only in Polk County, advocates say
A plant that only is known to exist in Polk County, the Blushing Scrub Balm, is at risk due to proposed routes for a planned toll road, native plant enthusiasts say.
Lakeland Woman’s Vehicle Ransacked In Early Morning Burglary, PCSO Seeks Public’s Help
LAKELAND, Fla. – The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary of a conveyance and attempted stolen vehicle that occurred early Sunday morning, June 1, 2025, on Gladys Avenue in Lakeland. According to the PCSO, a woman residing on Gladys Avenue discovered her vehicle had been ransacked...
Traffic Alert: Drivers seeing slowdowns after crash in Palm Harbor
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — We know getting to where you need to go is a top priority, and traffic can quickly build across the Tampa Bay region at a moment's notice. Here at 10 Tampa Bay, we're working to ensure you can get to work, school or wherever you need to be on time.
Remembering the victims of the Pulse attack, Air India says people on crashed flight,...
Good morning, Tampa Bay. Here's what you need to know today. We are partly sunny before the thunderstorms pop up this afternoon. Clouds increase through the afternoon with heavy thunderstorms continuing through the evening. Get the full forecast here. Check your hour-by-hour forecast here | Pollen Forecast | Share...
Man drowns while working on a bridge in Washington County
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - The Washington County Sheriff’s Office has an update on its drowning investigation that started on Wednesday following a search for a missing diver. {RELATED: WCSO: Drowning investigation underway following incident on the Choctawhatchee River}. Law enforcement said after...
