Daughter of fallen Pinellas County deputy to literally carry father’s legacy as she follows in his footsteps
When Katherine Shoulta's father, Deputy Jason Shoulta, died in an off-duty crash in 2012, she knew she wanted to follow in his footsteps. At her swearing-in, she was given his original handcuffs by her new employer -- the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
When Katherine Shoulta's father, Deputy Jason Shoulta, died in an off-duty crash in 2012, she knew she wanted to follow in his footsteps. At her swearing-in, she was given his original handcuffs by her new employer -- the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
Brian Laundrie's parents file petition in Florida to access his estate
Brian Laundrie did not have a will when he died by suicide. A petition for summary administration is necessary when assets are less than $75,000, legal experts say.
Brian Laundrie did not have a will when he died by suicide. A petition for summary administration is necessary when assets are less than $75,000, legal experts say.
US Coast Guard offloads $236 million worth of cocaine, marijuana in South Florida
The U.S. Coast Guard offloaded 17,000 pounds of cocaine and marijuana in South Florida on Wednesday after seizing the drugs from traffickers at sea.
The U.S. Coast Guard offloaded 17,000 pounds of cocaine and marijuana in South Florida on Wednesday after seizing the drugs from traffickers at sea.
Brother to accept degree for sister who died weeks before graduating from University of Florida
Mariel White was a sophomore at UF when she suffered four strokes that left her paralyzed from the waist down. She returned to campus and finished her degree, but died just weeks before graduation. Now her brother will walk in her place to accept the degree she fought so hard to earn.
Mariel White was a sophomore at UF when she suffered four strokes that left her paralyzed from the waist down. She returned to campus and finished her degree, but died just weeks before graduation. Now her brother will walk in her place to accept the degree she fought so hard to earn.
Lakeland homeowner shoots, critically injures intruder who broke into his house, Polk deputies say
Polk deputies said the suspect threw a flower pot through the glass back door and forced his way into the house. That's when the homeowner shot him three times.
Polk deputies said the suspect threw a flower pot through the glass back door and forced his way into the house. That's when the homeowner shot him three times.
Short-term rental trashed during pop-up party advertised on social media
The owner of a short-term rental property says about 200 people, some teens, came to a house party advertised online, with the address being posted the day of.
The owner of a short-term rental property says about 200 people, some teens, came to a house party advertised online, with the address being posted the day of.
Sheriff: Florida woman poisoned boyfriend to 'shut him up,' then called deputies 'so he wouldn't die'
The Florida woman allegedly admitted to poisoning her boyfriend, telling deputies, “I gave him just enough to shut him up and called y'all so he wouldn't die." As they arrested her, she continued, "Do whatever you want. If you don't take me, I will kill him."
The Florida woman allegedly admitted to poisoning her boyfriend, telling deputies, “I gave him just enough to shut him up and called y'all so he wouldn't die." As they arrested her, she continued, "Do whatever you want. If you don't take me, I will kill him."
3 residents of The Villages arrested for casting multiple votes in 2020 election, police say
The three voters — all residents of The Villages area — were arrested over the past two weeks.
The three voters — all residents of The Villages area — were arrested over the past two weeks.
Dazzling, 5-acres of Christmas decorations light up Florida home
The display has been part of “Robert Moore’s 5 Acres Of Christmas Lights."
The display has been part of “Robert Moore’s 5 Acres Of Christmas Lights."
George Zimmerman's attorney to represent Florida school shooting threat suspect
Daytona Beach Police said John Hagins plotted to shoot fellow students at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach on the final day before winter break.
Daytona Beach Police said John Hagins plotted to shoot fellow students at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach on the final day before winter break.
VIDEO: Small fire reported at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort
Emergency crews responded to a small fire inside the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida on Tuesday.
Emergency crews responded to a small fire inside the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida on Tuesday.
Medical marijuana user hospitalized after turning to synthetic 'spice' due to cost
A bad batch of synthetic marijuana, also known as ‘spice,’ is making its way around Hillsborough County. Two people have died after using the drug and another 40 have been hospitalized, as of Tuesday.
A bad batch of synthetic marijuana, also known as ‘spice,’ is making its way around Hillsborough County. Two people have died after using the drug and another 40 have been hospitalized, as of Tuesday.
Acting as own attorney, Tampa rape suspect tries to blame teenage girl
A Tampa man accused of raping a teenager over two years ago claimed he was the real victim, but jurors did not buy Reco Johnson’s claims.
A Tampa man accused of raping a teenager over two years ago claimed he was the real victim, but jurors did not buy Reco Johnson’s claims.
7-foot beehive removed from St. Pete home, revealing 100 pounds of honey behind bathroom wall
A beekeeper was requested at a St. Pete home, where she found a 7-foot behive behind the shower wall. She believes there was around 100 pounds of honey and up to 80,000 bees living in there.
A beekeeper was requested at a St. Pete home, where she found a 7-foot behive behind the shower wall. She believes there was around 100 pounds of honey and up to 80,000 bees living in there.
Ex-NFL player Zac Stacy claims ex-girlfriend 'staged' brutal assault video
The former Jets player is accused of hitting his ex-girlfriend in front of their 5-month-old son last month in a now viral video.
The former Jets player is accused of hitting his ex-girlfriend in front of their 5-month-old son last month in a now viral video.
Tunnel to Towers to build, donate entire village for families of fallen veterans and first responders
Construction is now underway on a first-of-its-kind neighborhood that'll be home to families of injured service members, families of fallen first responders killed in the line of duty and gold star families. It's all thanks to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
Construction is now underway on a first-of-its-kind neighborhood that'll be home to families of injured service members, families of fallen first responders killed in the line of duty and gold star families. It's all thanks to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
Florida Democrats plot for 2022 as GOP voting numbers grow
In Florida, for the first time in modern history, registered Republican voters outnumber Democrats. Gov. Ron DeSantis is heading into a reelection campaign buoyed by a national profile and a cash reserve unmatched by any Democratic challenger.
In Florida, for the first time in modern history, registered Republican voters outnumber Democrats. Gov. Ron DeSantis is heading into a reelection campaign buoyed by a national profile and a cash reserve unmatched by any Democratic challenger.
Drugged geese drown, landing Florida homeowners association in hot water
Ten geese drowned in a South Florida lake after a homeowners association's attempt to trap, sedate and euthanize them went horribly awry.
Ten geese drowned in a South Florida lake after a homeowners association's attempt to trap, sedate and euthanize them went horribly awry.
New details released about Florida teen accused of threatening mass school shooting
Daytona Beach Police said John Hagins, of North Miami, plotted to shoot fellow students at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach on the final day before winter break.
Daytona Beach Police said John Hagins, of North Miami, plotted to shoot fellow students at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach on the final day before winter break.
Florida student accused of plotting school shooting to appear in court
The Daytona Beach Police Department said that they have arrested 19-year-old John Hagins, an Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University student.
The Daytona Beach Police Department said that they have arrested 19-year-old John Hagins, an Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University student.