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  • 2 weeks ago | wfla.com | Alaina Papazian

    BROOKSVILLE, Fla. (WFLA) — A fire broke out in a Brooksville residence Saturday afternoon after lithium-ion batteries were left charging inside the home. Credit: Hernando County Fire RescueCredit: Hernando County Fire RescueCredit: Hernando County Fire RescueCredit: Hernando County Fire RescueHernando County Fire Rescue responded to the 800 block of Live Oak Drive to find smoke billowing out from the front door. Two people were inside the home at the time but escaped safely with no injuries.

  • 2 weeks ago | wfla.com | Mike Lepp |Alaina Papazian

    TALIAFERRO COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) – A man wanted for two homicides in Florida was taken into custody in Taliaferro County, Friday. The Taliaferro County Sheriff’s Office responded to calls of a suspicious person on the shoulder of the highway, Friday afternoon, described as wearing all white, kneeling with one hand raised.

  • 2 weeks ago | wfla.com | Storm Wolf |Alaina Papazian

    BARTOW, Fla. (WFLA) — Circle B Bar Reserve’s Alligator Alley trail reopened Wednesday after being closed due to significant damage sustained during Hurricane Milton. Alligator Alley is a popular site for alligators to make nests because of its proximity to Lake Hancock’s shoreline. “We’re thrilled to announce the reopening of this trail,” said Gaye Sharpe, Parks and Natural Resources Director.

  • 2 weeks ago | wfla.com | Alaina Papazian

    by: Alaina Papazian Posted: Jun 7, 2025 / 03:36 PM EDT Updated: Jun 7, 2025 / 03:40 PM EDT ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) — The Treasure Island Causeway Bridge will be temporarily closed due to repairs, according to the Treasure Island Police Department. The bridge is expected to close on June 11 from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. to allow crews to reinstall a repaired cylinder.

  • 2 weeks ago | wfla.com | Alaina Papazian

    PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. (WFLA) — Charlotte County deputies got one of their vehicles checked out by an alligator on Friday, as he made sure the tread on their tires was road-ready. Credit: Charlotte County Sheriff’s OfficeCredit: Charlotte County Sheriff’s OfficeThe gator was found at the intersection of Theresa Boulevard and Hillsborough Boulevard in Port Charlotte. After verifying the vehicle was safe to drive, the curious alligator continued on his way.

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