Mom Runs Over Girl | Teen Kills Boy | Dog Back After 918 Days: FL News

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Mother Runs Over Daughter Near Middle School: FL Highway Patrol

The girl, who was critically injured, was brought to All Children's Hospital in St. Petersburg via Bayflite, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Felon Who Shot Self In Leg Pleads Guilty To Gun Charge: U.S. DOJ

A convicted felon from Brooksville shot himself in the leg while live streaming on social media, the U.S. Department of Justice said.

Newborn Albino Gator To Debut At FL Park

A baby reptile is the third successful hatching in Wild Park's albino alligator breeding program in Florida.

Man Charged With 100 Counts Of Child Porn Possession

"This behavior is reprehensible and has no place in our community," Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister said Wednesday.

Teen Charged With Threatening Shooting At Pinellas County School

A Jacobson Technical High School student was arrested after making a school shooting threat in a Snapchat post, authorities said.

Motorcyclist Dies After Driving Into Road Sign: FL Highway Patrol

A motorcyclist died after losing control while passing traffic on a wet road Sunday evening in the Thonotosassa area, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Electric Bike Rider Killed In Crash: Police

A man on an electric bike was hit by two vehicles Friday morning in St. Petersburg, police said.

Man Killed After Semi-Truck Crashes Into Strip Club ID'd: Report

Tampa Police have arrested the driver accused of driving a semi-truck into a strip club after being kicked out of the club, a report says.

• 1 Dead, 2 Injured After Semi-Truck Crashes Into Tampa Strip Club: Cops

FL Detention Deputy Charged With Assault After Dispute With Neighbor

The 55-year-old veteran Hillsborough detention deputy is accused of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, authorities said Wednesday.

FL Woman Who Smuggled $100K Into US From Cuba Pleads Guilty: US DOJ

A Tampa woman told federal agents that she smuggled money into the U.S. from Cuba 2 to 3 times a month since June 2023, the U.S. DOJ said.

Missing Man Found Dead In Sarasota County Creek: Police

The man was reported missing when he didn't show up for work on the day Hurricane Debby struck Florida's Gulf Coast.

OK Man Killed In Manatee County Crash: FL Highway Patrol

The driver lost control of his car and hit a fence and line of trees on U.S. 301 Monday morning, Florida Highway Patrol said.

COVID Levels ‘Very High’ In FL Amid ‘Largest Summer Wave Yet’

The “very high” level is the highest used by the CDC to quantify viral activity. See what to know in Florida.

Woman Arrested Following Fatal Hit-And-Run In St. Pete: Police

Rosalyn Fuller was arrested in connection with the June 25 crash that claimed the life of 62-year-old Kathy Repke.

Shots Fired At FL Outlet Mall During Attempted Armed Robbery: Watch

Investigators are looking for two men who attempted an armed robbery at a jewelry store at Ellenton Outlet Mall, the sheriff’s office said.

Dog Caught In TS Debby Reunited With FL Family After 918 Days Missing

Rusty, a chow chow mix missing from his FL home for 2.5 years, was taken in after being caught in the storm, then reunited with his family.

Teen Charged In Fatal Shooting Death Of 11-Year-Old Boy: Police

The 14-year-old boy turned himself in four days after the fatal shooting of 11-year-old Veondre Hargrove, police said.

13-Year-Old Girl Hit By Truck, Dies In Apollo Beach: FL Highway Patrol

A 13-year-old girl died after being hit by a truck in Apollo Beach Saturday night, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Electric Golf Cart Catches Fire While Charging At Home: SPFR

The electric golf cart was fully engulfed in flames by the time firefighters responded to the home, St. Petersburg Fire Rescue said.

2 Arrested In ‘Major Drug Bust,’ 1 Suspect Wanted: St. Pete Police

10.7 kilos of fentanyl, 10.6 kilos of powder cocaine, other drugs were seized following a months-long investigation, St. Pete police said.

Man Who Enticed Teens For Sex, Photos Sentenced To Prison

Caleb Belanger was sentenced after authorities discovered hundreds of photos and videos on his phone and iPad.

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