Human smuggling suspects arrested in 2 different I-75 traffic stops
Troopers say two different Interstate 75 traffic stops – in two different counties but just minutes apart – resulted in human smuggling arrests Monday afternoon.
Sumter County traffic stop leads to human smuggling arrest
Troopers say they busted a human smuggler and four people bound for Tampa along Interstate 75 on Thursday.
FHP: Driver trying to push disabled SUV off railroad tracks killed by train in Bushnell
A driver who was trying to get his disabled SUV off of the railroad tracks was struck and killed by a train in Bushnell Thursday night, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
New monument at Florida National Cemetery pays tribute to gold star families
A memorial was unveiled Wednesday at Florida National Cemetery to honor gold star families – the ones left behind after their soldier pays the ultimate sacrifice.
Tribute to gold star families arrives at Florida National Cemetery; first of several planned monuments
Guarded by an army of patriots, several pieces of stone delivered to Bushnell’s Florida National Cemetery will soon become a symbol of strength for gold star families across America.
Tropical Storm Elsa information: Sumter County
Ongoing updates from Sumter County as Tropical Storm Elsa approaches Florida.
Bodycam video shows frantic moments after deadly shooting at Sumter Co. Father's Day celebration
A celebration at a large annual Father's Day gathering at Royal Park in Sumter County was suddenly halted Sunday night by an explosion of gunfire.
2 unidentified males found murdered in rural Sumter County
According to the sheriff’s office, it was just after 5 a.m. Wednesday when deputies were notified about two dead males “in the area of” County Road 219 in Wildwood.
Sumter County COVID-19 vaccine distribution
After several different phases of COVID-19 vaccine rollout, all adults in Sumter County are now eligible for the vaccine.
Arrest made after Lakeland teen was found murdered in Sumter County, deputies say
The man suspected of murdering an 18-year-old from Lakeland turned himself into detectives in Sumter County, where the victim’s body was found, officials said.
Missing Lakeland teen found in Sumter County’s Green Swamp area was murdered, deputies say
Charlie Roberts is being remembered as smart, fun-loving, and someone who stepped up to help the family after his mother recently passed. He was 18 years old.
Tropical Storm Eta information: Sumter County
Ongoing updates from Sumter County as Tropical Storm Eta impacts Florida.
Woman arrested after troopers find 44 pounds of marijuana, cash, pills in car following traffic stop
Troopers arrested Jessica Florentino, 35, following a traffic stop in Sumter County after they discovered 44.4 pounds of marijuana, $11,100 cash and a box of 30 Alprazolam pills in her car.
Florida wildlife investigators bust million-dollar flying squirrel trafficking ring
A group of flying squirrel smugglers has been grounded after a 19-month-long investigation that stretched across the country and as far as Asia, Florida wildlife officials say.
Deputies capture man accused of killing teen, abducting ex-girlfriend in Sumter County
Sumter County deputies arrested Samuel Marvin Thomas, 48, of Webster, after they say he killed a 14-year-old and abducted his ex-girlfriend around 6:30 a.m. Saturday.
Tampa man dies in head-on crash with tractor-trailer
A 27-year-old man from Tampa died Saturday night after colliding head-on with a tractor-trailer in Sumter County.
Florida's Green Swamp plays crucial role in state's waterways
Florida’s Green Swamp is is an area of ecological and hydrologic importance, and is crucial to the maintenance of our drinking water. FOX 13’s Drone Zone gives us an aerial view of its health and history.
Bicyclist suffers serious injuries following crash in The Villages
A 66-year-old man on a bicycle suffered serious injuries after colliding with a car in the Villages around 10 a.m. on Sunday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
FHP K-9 sniffs out cocaine hidden in Florida man's taco box
A Florida Highway Patrol K-9 has scored his second drug bust this month – this time, sniffing out cocaine hidden in a taco dinner kit.
Who to call if you feel sick
If you feel sick, there are in-home, local, and national resources for you to get advice and medical help. Below is a list of hotlines, phone numbers, websites, and emails where you can get help in the Tampa Bay Area.