Deputies: Man found with gunshot wound in Pasco County

The Pasco County Sheriff’s office is investigating after a man was found shot in Hudson on Thursday, according to officials. 

Land O'Lakes worksite shooting leaves 1 injured, 2 in custody

Two men are in custody after a Land O'Lakes worksite shooting that left another man injured Wednesday afternoon, deputies said. 

Pasco County plan would close elementary school, revamp 2 others

The Pasco County School Board is considering a major restructuring plan for three elementary schools to address declining enrollment, underperforming state grades and aging facilities.

Port Richey dog attack leaves woman with life-threatening injuries

A woman suffered life-threatening injuries Friday afternoon after a dog attacked her in Port Richey, according to the Pasco Sheriff's Office.

Historic Lewis VanDercar 'Wesley Chapel Warlock’ home opens for October night tours

A unique art sanctuary in Pasco County is opening its doors to the public this month for nighttime guided tours through its collection of fantastical hand-crafted statues. 

Zephyrhills man accused of 130 mph chase, hitting 2 vehicles near Wesley Chapel: FHP

A 19-year-old Zephyrhills man is accused of leading Florida Highway Patrol troopers on a high-speed chase along Interstate 275 before crashing into two vehicles near State Road 56 and being arrested, according to an FHP arrest affidavit.

2 teens seriously hurt in golf cart crash near Wesley Chapel: FHP

Two teenagers were seriously injured and two others suffered minor injuries after a golf cart and a car crashed Friday night at an intersection near Wesley Chapel, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Pasco County girl safely located after statewide alert

A three-year-old girl who was the subject of a statewide missing child alert has been safely located. No other details were provided. 

'A Land Remembered': TV adaptation of historic Florida novel films in Hudson

Showrunner Todd Wiseman Jr. has brought the television adaptation of Patrick Smith's iconic Florida novel "A Land Remembered" to life in rural Hudson, refusing Hollywood pressure to shoot out of state.

Pasco County deputies shoot, kill man armed with knife

A man is dead after a Pasco County deputy shot him behind a Hudson shopping plaza Friday afternoon when he refused to drop a butcher knife. 

Skydivers compete for national titles over the water in Zephyrhills

For the skydivers competing at Skydive City this week, opening a parachute is only the beginning. The challenge comes as they approach the ground, flying across the water and navigating a course where every move counts.

Pasco County dengue cases rise to 3 amid declared state of emergency

Following a declared a state of emergency in Pasco County, health officials confirmed three locally contracted cases of dengue fever Friday.

Student arrested after alleged pepper spray attack at Hudson High School, deputies say

A student was arrested on Friday after being accused of using pepper spray on a group of people at Hudson High School, leading to temporary school lockdowns in the area, according to the Pasco County Sheriff's Office.

Multiple Tampa Bay area counties declare local states of emergency as dengue fever cases rise

Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas leaders declared local states of emergency to combat dengue fever as rising mosquito-borne infections and a confirmed death impact the Tampa Bay region.

Elite skydivers compete for national titles in Zephyrhills this week: How to watch

Some of the nation's top canopy pilots are competing in Pasco County this week as the U.S. Parachute Association's 2026 National Canopy Piloting Championships are underway.

Saint Leo University to offer 3-year, reduced credit hour bachelor’s degree

Saint Leo University is launching a new bachelor’s degree this January that requires fewer credit hours than the traditional 120-credit model and is also one year shorter. 

Pasco County parents arrested after baby hospitalized with .383 blood alcohol level: Affidavit

A Florida couple faces felony child neglect charges after their 6-month-old daughter was hospitalized with a life-threatening blood alcohol level of 0.383, according to law enforcement.