North Port mayor hopes city remembered for community, compassion amid Gabby Petito case
North Port's City Center Front Green isn't usually a busy part of town, with an open, quiet, park-like feel. However, in the past week, it's become a place for gathering, memorial, and reflection as community members await answers in the death of Gabby Petito and the disappearance of her fiancé, Brian Laundrie.
North Port's City Center Front Green isn't usually a busy part of town, with an open, quiet, park-like feel. However, in the past week, it's become a place for gathering, memorial, and reflection as community members await answers in the death of Gabby Petito and the disappearance of her fiancé, Brian Laundrie.
Pinellas deputies: No confirmed tips or sightings of Brian Laundrie in Fort De Soto Park
Public records show someone by the name of “Roberta Laundrie” checked into the campground. But a spokesperson with the sheriff's office said they were not working anything related to the ongoing search for Brian Laundrie at Fort De Soto Park.
Public records show someone by the name of “Roberta Laundrie” checked into the campground. But a spokesperson with the sheriff's office said they were not working anything related to the ongoing search for Brian Laundrie at Fort De Soto Park.
Florida sues Biden administration over border policies, alleging violation of federal law
The state of Florida is suing the Biden administration over its border policies, claiming officials are either in violation of federal immigration law, or simply abusing their authority.
The state of Florida is suing the Biden administration over its border policies, claiming officials are either in violation of federal immigration law, or simply abusing their authority.
Suspect accused of killing Florida deputy arrested
Days after the deadly shooting of a Florida deputy, authorities said they arrested the suspect, 35-year-old Patrick McDowell.
Days after the deadly shooting of a Florida deputy, authorities said they arrested the suspect, 35-year-old Patrick McDowell.
Florida State Representative rips DC food, reaps the whirlwind on Twitter
If there’s one thing District residents are proud of, it’s the dining experience in the nation’s capital – so a Florida State Representative may have bitten off more than he could chew when he ripped DC food on Twitter.
If there’s one thing District residents are proud of, it’s the dining experience in the nation’s capital – so a Florida State Representative may have bitten off more than he could chew when he ripped DC food on Twitter.
Miya Marcano case: Search continues for missing teen after person of interest found dead, deputies say
Authorities say she was supposed to fly to Fort Lauderdale but never got on the flight.
Authorities say she was supposed to fly to Fort Lauderdale but never got on the flight.
'Dangerous' suspect accused of killing Florida deputy possibly seen in Georgia
Officers believe they saw the "armed and dangerous" suspect in the deadly shooting of a Florida deputy riding a motorcycle near Hapeville. Now they're asking Georgians to help find him.
Officers believe they saw the "armed and dangerous" suspect in the deadly shooting of a Florida deputy riding a motorcycle near Hapeville. Now they're asking Georgians to help find him.
Brian Laundrie's parents 'concerned' but 'do not know where Brian is,' family lawyer says
The parents of Brian Laundrie, the only person of interest named in the disappearance of Gabby Petito, say they do not know where their son is.
The parents of Brian Laundrie, the only person of interest named in the disappearance of Gabby Petito, say they do not know where their son is.
Brian Laundrie manhunt: Tipster sends Dog the Bounty Hunter to Florida campground 75 miles from family home
Brian Laundrie and Gabby Petito embarked on a cross-country trip together in mid-June. He returned on Sept. 1 without her.
Brian Laundrie and Gabby Petito embarked on a cross-country trip together in mid-June. He returned on Sept. 1 without her.
Polk sheriff: Lakeland man attacked deputy while being arrested for girlfriend's murder
A Lakeland man is accused of murdering his girlfriend and burying her body, then attacking a Polk deputy who tried to arrest him.
A Lakeland man is accused of murdering his girlfriend and burying her body, then attacking a Polk deputy who tried to arrest him.
Brian Laundrie: FBI officially takes the lead in search after police scale back efforts in Carlton Reserve
The search for Brian Laundrie at the Carlton Preserve slowed over the weekend with North Port police saying they searched on a smaller scale, and mostly by air on Sunday.
The search for Brian Laundrie at the Carlton Preserve slowed over the weekend with North Port police saying they searched on a smaller scale, and mostly by air on Sunday.
Tampa woman accused of trying to arrange murder of former significant other’s spouse
Federal officers arrested a Tampa woman who tried to hire a hitman to kill her ex's spouse, even offering a bonus if the hit was completed by a specific date. When she didn't get a status update, she asked for the murder to be reassigned to "someone who has a history of getting jobs done."
Federal officers arrested a Tampa woman who tried to hire a hitman to kill her ex's spouse, even offering a bonus if the hit was completed by a specific date. When she didn't get a status update, she asked for the murder to be reassigned to "someone who has a history of getting jobs done."
Hernando County firefighter dies from COVID-19 complications
David Hackett, 44, died from complications of COVID-19 on Saturday evening, according to Hernando County Fire and Emergency Services.
David Hackett, 44, died from complications of COVID-19 on Saturday evening, according to Hernando County Fire and Emergency Services.
Blue Alert issued for suspect accused of shooting, killing Florida deputy as reward increases for his arrest
A Blue Alert has been issued for Patrick McDowell, a man accused of shooting and killing Deputy Josh Moyers during a traffic stop in Callahan on Friday.
A Blue Alert has been issued for Patrick McDowell, a man accused of shooting and killing Deputy Josh Moyers during a traffic stop in Callahan on Friday.
Suspect who ambushed Orlando officers with brick livestreamed attack, police say
"It was determined McClish set up a camera to live stream the attack to Facebook," Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolon said.
"It was determined McClish set up a camera to live stream the attack to Facebook," Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolon said.
Brian Laundrie: Search stretches into 7th day for person of interest in Gabby Petito case
The search for Brian Laundrie, the sole person of interest in the Gabby Petito case, has now reached its seventh day as crews from multiple agencies have scoured the massive Carlton Reserve. The manhunt has so far yielded no results, as the grueling, exhausting search through the swampy terrain has slowed law enforcement.
The search for Brian Laundrie, the sole person of interest in the Gabby Petito case, has now reached its seventh day as crews from multiple agencies have scoured the massive Carlton Reserve. The manhunt has so far yielded no results, as the grueling, exhausting search through the swampy terrain has slowed law enforcement.
Brian Laundrie search: 'We're not wasting our time,' police commander says
Six days into the search for Brian Laundrie, police insisted the grueling, exhausting search at Carlton Reserve in Sarasota County is worthwhile as they try to solve Gabby Petito's disappearance. They plan to continue through the weekend.
Six days into the search for Brian Laundrie, police insisted the grueling, exhausting search at Carlton Reserve in Sarasota County is worthwhile as they try to solve Gabby Petito's disappearance. They plan to continue through the weekend.
Legal expert warns against rush to judgement of Brian Laundrie's parents
As the search for Brian Laundrie – and answers in the death of Gabby Petito – continue, so too does the scrutiny of his parents, Christopher and Roberta Laundrie.
As the search for Brian Laundrie – and answers in the death of Gabby Petito – continue, so too does the scrutiny of his parents, Christopher and Roberta Laundrie.
North Florida deputy shot, critically injured during traffic stop; authorities search for suspect
A deputy in north Florida was shot during a traffic stop and is in critical condition. Officials are now searching for the suspect, identified as Patrick McDowell.
A deputy in north Florida was shot during a traffic stop and is in critical condition. Officials are now searching for the suspect, identified as Patrick McDowell.
Gabby Petito case: Where could Brian Laundrie be 10 days after slipping away?
With a federal warrant out for his arrest, Brian Laundrie is still on the run as investigators continue their manhunt following the death of his fiancée, Gabby Petito. But a former homicide detective tells Fox News the FBI "doesn't believe he's in the swamp."
With a federal warrant out for his arrest, Brian Laundrie is still on the run as investigators continue their manhunt following the death of his fiancée, Gabby Petito. But a former homicide detective tells Fox News the FBI "doesn't believe he's in the swamp."