New Dade City 911 center enhances emergency services across Pasco County

Pasco County is bolstering its emergency infrastructure with the opening of a brand-new 911 Communications Center in Dade City, a move officials say will improve response times and system reliability.

7 rescued after boat begins taking on water: PRFD

Seven people were rescued by the Port Richey Fire Department in Pasco County on Sunday evening when their boat began taking on water.

Suncoast Stable in Pasco County offering week-long summer camps

As families look for ways to keep kids active and engaged over summer break, one local option is offering a hands-on experience both in and out of the saddle.

Land O' Lakes man killed, two injured in crash: FHP

A 58-year-old Land O' Lakes man is dead and two other drivers are injured following a multi-vehicle crash early Sunday morning on Ehren Cutoff, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Backyard fire gets out of hand, sparks brush fire in San Antonio: PCFR

Pasco County firefighters are reminding residents that the county remains under a strict burn ban following a brush fire sparked by an unauthorized burn.

Newcomer Kai is a natural crowd pleaser at Giraffe Ranch

Instead of the plains and woodlands of the African continent, the wilderness of Dade City's green swamp provides a natural habitat for exotic and domestic creatures alike.It's called Giraffe Ranch and visitors can walk, drive or ride a camel through the more than 300 acres of property to see this amazing wildlife.

USF, Pasco Opioid Taskforce seek feedback to fight addiction

Painkillers are at the center of the nation’s opioid crisis, and Florida received a $3 billion settlement a few years ago from manufacturers, distributors and dispensers of opioids. 

8 people ejected, seriously injured after golf cart hit by vehicle in Wesley Chapel: FHP

Eight people riding on a golf cart were ejected and seriously injured Saturday evening in a rollover crash after they were hit by a vehicle in Wesley Chapel, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Lithia man arrested on DUI, cocaine charges after chase with trooper reaches 129 mph in Pasco County: FHP

The Florida Highway Patrol says a man was arrested on DUI and cocaine charges after leading a trooper on a chase that reached speeds of 129 mph along State Road 52 in Pasco County before a trooper’s PIT maneuver stopped the pursuit.

Dade City ranch owner’s cattle attacked by pack of dogs for months

A pack of dogs has repeatedly attacked and killed cattle at a ranch in Dade City. Surveillance video shows the dogs racing across the property in the dark and closing in on cows.

Land O’ Lakes homeowner gets surprise visit from alligator at front door

A Land O’ Lakes homeowner got a surprise visit this week when an unexpected guest showed up at the front door, and it wasn’t a neighbor.

Illegal immigrant facing DUI charges after motorcyclist killed, 3 hurt in Zephyrhills crash: FHP

An illegal Guatemalan immigrant is facing DUI charges after a motorcyclist was killed and multiple others were injured in a crash Saturday evening in Zephyrhills, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Bay Area volunteers remove thousands of pounds of trash and invasive plants during cleanup events

Volunteers across the Bay Area spent Saturday picking up trash, removing invasive plants and helping restore local ecosystems as part of the nationwide "Greatest American Cleanup" campaign.