Man killed in Sumter County crash caused by passing driver, troopers say
A 42-year-old Palm Harbor man died Thursday morning in a head-on crash caused by another driver attempting to pass a vehicle on State Road 471 near Tarrytown, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers said the crash happened around 8:25 a.m. when a 32-year-old Lakeland man driving a Nissan Rogue...
1 arrested, deputy hospitalized following vehicle collision in Hillsborough County
One person was arrested and a deputy injured after a vehicle crash Saturday, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
10 Down-Home Diners In Florida Where The Breakfast Is Outrageously Delicious
Craving mind-blowing breakfast food at humble diners in Florida?. These 10 down-to-earth eateries serve up morning meals so delicious you might want to eat breakfast all day long!. 1. Jimmy’s Eastside Diner (Miami) Jimmy’s stands out with its pink exterior and bright red umbrellas, yet somehow remains one of...
‘Biting and slapping around her husband’: Florida woman arrested following ‘rip roaring drunk’ fracas...
"So, we tried to arrest her," the sheriff said. "And she didn't like that at all." The post 'Biting and slapping around her husband': Florida woman arrested following 'rip roaring drunk' fracas in front yard, sheriff says first appeared on Law & Crime .
Extreme hurricanes have nearly doubled due to warming waters
Hurricane Melissa was one of the strongest hurricanes on record in the Atlantic. So is that proof that climate change is amplifying hurricanes? The short answer is no. Evidence of climate change requires a much longer record. However that record does show a very dramatic increase in the strongest hurricanes and the...
Bartow reschedules commission hearing of Emilie developments at developer’s request
The Bartow City Commission will delay its deliberations on the proposed Emilie at Bartow housing developments at the request of the developer, a city Facebook post said. The applications had been made by CBD Real Estate Investment, owned by developer David Waronker of Celebration for Emilie East and West, containing...
Best Restaurants in Plant City Florida: Top Eats You Can’t Miss
If you find yourself in Plant City, Florida, your taste buds are in for a real treat. Known as the Winter Strawberry Capital of the World, this charming town offers more than just sweet strawberries—it’s home to some of the best restaurants that blend local flavors with warm Southern hospitality.
Tampa Bay’s haunted history told in these 8 ghost stories
It wouldn’t be Halloween time without mentioning the biggest haunts of Tampa Bay.
Donations for Hurricane Melissa victims being collected in Tampa
TAMPA - Police report at least 14 people have died in Jamaica, and they expect the death toll to keep rising. More than 13,000 people remained crowded into shelters, with 72% of the island without power Thursday and only 35% of mobile phone sites in operation. What we know:. Wesley...
Florida Residents: Don’t Forget The Sprinklers When Changing Your Clock This Weekend
As Florida residents and business owners prepare to “fall back” one hour this weekend, officials are urging them to do more than just adjust household clocks—they should also check their irrigation timers to ensure compliance with water conservation measures. Daylight saving time ends early Sunday morning, Nov....

















