9+ min ago (269+ words) LAKELAND, Fla. " Two women were killed in a Lakeland crash on Nov. 29 after one driver lost control of her car and crossed over into the oncoming lanes, authorities said. According to a Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) report, a 911 call was received about a multi-vehicle crash in front of Nick and Moe's gas station, 4410 Kathleen Road at about 5:47 p.m. Investigators said Rylee Hill of Fort Meade, was driving a 2024 Nissan on Kathleen Road when she failed to negotiate a curve. The Nissan crossed over the center grass median, where it went airborne into the oncoming lane, and struck the front of 2024 Kia being driven by 48-year-old Emily Placeres of Lakeland. The Nissan then hit a 2021 Dodge Ram truck, driven by driven by 53-year-old Chad Hiltner of Lakeland. The Nissan continued west, striking a third car, a 2024 Audi SUV, head-on. The driver…...

4+ hour, 40+ min ago (185+ words) HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. " A Winter Haven man was killed on State Road 60 early Sunday morning after he failed to stop for a tractor-trailer and slammed into the back of it, authorities said. According to a Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) report, a Honda Accord, driven by the 29-year-old Winter Haven man, was traveling eastbound on S.R. 60 in the Plant City area at a high rate of speed at about 1:10 a.m. At the same time, a Freightliner Cascadia tractor with tank semi-trailer, driven by a 62-year-old Lithia man, was traveling eastbound on S.R. 60 and had stopped as required at a rail crossing east of Clarence Gordon Jr Road." The victim failed to stop and struck the rear of the truck. The truck driver, transporting molten sulfur, was not injured. Lawsuit alleges deputy driving 97 mph without lights and siren killed truck driver Deputy was speeding to…...

4+ hour, 40+ min ago (185+ words) HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. " A Winter Haven man was killed on State Road 60 early Sunday morning after he failed to stop for a tractor-trailer and slammed into the back of it, authorities said. According to a Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) report, a Honda Accord, driven by the 29-year-old Winter Haven man, was traveling eastbound on S.R. 60 in the Plant City area at a high rate of speed at about 1:10 a.m. At the same time, a Freightliner Cascadia tractor with tank semi-trailer, driven by a 62-year-old Lithia man, was traveling eastbound on S.R. 60 and had stopped as required at a rail crossing east of Clarence Gordon Jr Road." The victim failed to stop and struck the rear of the truck. The truck driver, transporting molten sulfur, was not injured. Lawsuit alleges deputy driving 97 mph without lights and siren killed truck driver Deputy was speeding to…...

5+ hour, 9+ min ago (269+ words) LAKELAND, Fla. " Two women were killed in a Lakeland crash on Nov. 29 after one driver lost control of her car and crossed over into the oncoming lanes, authorities said. According to a Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) report, a 911 call was received about a multi-vehicle crash in front of Nick and Moe's gas station, 4410 Kathleen Road at about 5:47 p.m. Investigators said Rylee Hill of Fort Meade, was driving a 2024 Nissan on Kathleen Road when she failed to negotiate a curve. The Nissan crossed over the center grass median, where it went airborne into the oncoming lane, and struck the front of 2024 Kia being driven by 48-year-old Emily Placeres of Lakeland. The Nissan then hit a 2021 Dodge Ram truck, driven by driven by 53-year-old Chad Hiltner of Lakeland. The Nissan continued west, striking a third car, a 2024 Audi SUV, head-on. The driver…...

12+ hour, 24+ min ago (368+ words) Nick Paul and Jake Guentzel also scored and Nikita Kucherov had three assists as the Lightning ended New York's three-game winning streak. Tampa Bay is 7-0-0 since Nov. 18 and has outscored opponents 30-10 in that span. The Rangers heard boos from the Madison Square Garden crowd as they fell to 2-8-1 at home where they have been shut out five times and scored once on three other occasions. New York is 11-4-1 on the road. Hagel scored at 10:53 of the opening period as his shot deflected off Rangers defenseman Carson Soucy's skate. He made it 2-0 with his team-best 15th goal at 8:57 of the second when he slid his own rebound past Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin. Defenseman Darren Raddysh and Kucherov assisted on both goals. Kucherov has a nine-game points streak of four goals and 14 assists. He leads the Lightning with 32 points. Raddysh has 11 points in…...

17+ hour, 31+ min ago (140+ words) TAMPA, Fla. " Dozens of people gathered in Tampa for the Still Thankful Festival, an event dedicated to celebrating gratitude and community at Perry Harvey Sr. Park. Families shared stories, children enjoyed live music, and games filled the park with laughter. The atmosphere was infused with a festive spirit and a sense of togetherness following the Thanksgiving holiday. Organizers also set up a resource hub to connect attendees to community services and programs available in the area. The annual event aims to foster connection, support, and appreciation among Tampa residents while providing a space for family-friendly fun. Lawsuit alleges deputy driving 97 mph without lights and siren killed truck driver Deputy was speeding to call involving a fight among elementary school students on school bus when black box shows he was driving nearly double the speed limit on busy highway...

17+ hour, 31+ min ago (140+ words) TAMPA, Fla. " Dozens of people gathered in Tampa for the Still Thankful Festival, an event dedicated to celebrating gratitude and community at Perry Harvey Sr. Park. Families shared stories, children enjoyed live music, and games filled the park with laughter. The atmosphere was infused with a festive spirit and a sense of togetherness following the Thanksgiving holiday. Organizers also set up a resource hub to connect attendees to community services and programs available in the area. The annual event aims to foster connection, support, and appreciation among Tampa residents while providing a space for family-friendly fun. Lawsuit alleges deputy driving 97 mph without lights and siren killed truck driver Deputy was speeding to call involving a fight among elementary school students on school bus when black box shows he was driving nearly double the speed limit on busy highway...

21+ hour, 47+ min ago (243+ words) TAMPA, Fla. " Holiday spending between Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday is expected to surpass $1 trillion this year, and Tampa business owners are eager to share in the surge. At WestShore Plaza, small business owners are working to remind the community the mall remains open despite redevelopment in the area. Some said they've noticed confusion among shoppers who assume the stores are closed. Two shop owners spoke about the importance of Small Business Saturday, which encourages residents to support local retailers. They described the event as a chance to strengthen customer relationships and showcase what makes their businesses unique. "If you have a local business that you absolutely love, make sure that you visit your boutique or whatever more often, even if it's to go out and just give a hug or say hi," said Catelia Young with…...

21+ hour, 47+ min ago (241+ words) TAMPA, Fla. " Holiday spending between Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday is expected to surpass $1 trillion this year, and Tampa business owners are eager to share in the surge. At WestShore Plaza, small business owners are working to remind the community the mall remains open despite redevelopment in the area. Some said they've noticed confusion among shoppers who assume store closures. Two shop owners spoke about the importance of Small Business Saturday, which encourages residents to support local retailers. They described the event as a chance to strengthen customer relationships and showcase what makes their businesses unique. "If you have a local business that you absolutely love, make sure that you visit your boutique or whatever more often, even if it's to go out and just give a hug or say hi," said Catelia Young with Switching UP…...

23+ hour, 19+ min ago (116+ words) TEMPLE TERRACE, Fla. " According to Tampa Fire Rescue (TFR), residents at the Park at Chesterfield Apartments in Tampa were evacuated Saturday after plumbers accidentally damaged a two-inch gas line while working. Nearby units that were not evacuated were instructed to shelter in place as a precaution. Fire crews responded to the scene and said the incident has been mitigated. Officials said residents are expected to be allowed back into their homes soon. Lawsuit alleges deputy driving 97 mph without lights and siren killed truck driver Deputy was speeding to call involving a fight among elementary school students on school bus when black box shows he was driving nearly double the speed limit on busy highway...