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photo by: nbcmiami A car fire shut down lanes on northbound Interstate 95 on Thursday morning as crews worked to extinguish the flames. The scene was on I-95 at Northwest 62nd Street. By 8:30 a.m., the flames were out, but plumes of black smoke filled the air. It was not immediately clear what caused the fire, or if anyone was hurt. Chopper6 images showed how cones closed off at least two lanes. Firefighters appeared to focus on the front of

Photo by: (SLCSO) A school bus carrying three students in Fort Pierce was struck by an SUV resulting in both drivers being hospitalized. The St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office (SLCSO) stated that they responded to the crash at around 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon at Fort Pierce Boulevard and Wintergarden Parkway. The report states that the bus was driving north on Fort Pierce Boulevard and at the same time the SUV was driving northwest across Fort Pierce Boulevard. According to

Tampa Fire Rescue worked to put out a blaze Wednesday afternoon at the Hyde Park Cafe. Crews responded to the South Tampa bar and restaurant just after 3:30 p.m. to find heavy smoke coming from the roof of the building.  They used several hose lines for an interior attack on the fire and an aerial ladder truck to access the roof. The fire was under control within 25 minutes, according to the agency. Photos show smoke along W. Platt Street

 A fire broke out at a residential home near University early Tuesday, according to Orange County Fire Rescue. Dispatch received multiple 911 calls around 5 a.m. about flames coming from a home in the 11100 block of Pinewood Cove Lane, a fire department spokesperson said in a statement. No one was hurt and the fire has been knocked down, the spokesperson said. The State Fire Marshal is investigating the cause of the fire. Navigating the legal system after a fire

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash in Orange County. It happened around 7 p.m. Wednesday on South Rio Grande Avenue and Indiana Street in Orlando. A Channel 9 crew arrived to find both Orange County deputies and Orlando police officers at the large scene. A law enforcement helicopter was also circling overhead. WFTV has since learned that FHP is in charge of the investigation. Navigating the legal system after a car accident can be complex and confusing.

A fatal crash between a vehicle and pedestrian happened Wednesday night, the Florida Highway Patrol is investigating. According to FHP, the crash occurred around 10 Wednesday night at 6610 Ridge Road and Deeb Street in Port Richey. Pedestrian accidents can result in severe injuries and significant financial burdens. At Ovadia Law Group, we understand the unique challenges faced by pedestrian accident victims. Our experienced attorneys are dedicated to providing personalized legal support to help you navigate the complexities of your

A rollover crash on I-75 in Collier County early Thursday morning involved a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission truck, which flipped onto its side. Another vehicle was also involved in the crash, with its front bumper visibly damaged. The crash happened around 2 a.m. in a construction zone south of Pine Ridge Road. Authorities have not yet released information on possible injuries or what led to the crash. Gulf Coast News will have updates as more details become available.

photo by: wfla A semi-truck carrying Busch Light beer overturned into the median on I-75 southbound Thursday morning. Troopers were dispatched to the overturned truck at mile marker 236 in Ruskin around 2:43 a.m. According to FHP, the driver of the semi was transported to a hospital but is expected to be ok. The exit ramp is blocked at this time as crews work. According to officials at the scene, over 44,000 pounds of beer is being cleaned up. Truck

Police in Miami Gardens are investigating a shooting. It happened just before 6 p.m. Wednesday along the 4000 block of Northwest 192nd Street. According to police, officers responded to the scene after receiving reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, authorities found a man who had been shot. The victim was taken by helicopter to a local hospital by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue. Police said the shooting suspect, identified as the victim’s uncle, fled the scene but was apprehended by officers shortly

A police officer and a deputy opened fire during a joint law enforcement operation in Lauderhill on Wednesday night, striking an armed suspect, officials said. The shooting happened just before 6 p.m. in the 4100 block of Northwest 21st Street, according to the Broward Sheriff’s Office. As BSO and Lauderhill Police conducted a “proactive joint law-enforcement investigation” in the area, they were approached by two armed men, officials said. An altercation took place, which was when the BSO deputy and

photo by: (Credit: Hernando County Fire Rescue) One person was killed after a mobile home caught fire in Hernando County Wednesday. The fire broke out just after 7 p.m. at a mobile home on Shady Street in Brooksville, according to a post by Hernando County Fire Rescue, which stated that crews were on scene fighting the blaze. Hernando County Fire Chief PH said neighbors informed firefighters that someone was possibly trapped inside the home. The residence was already up in

Credit: Florida Highway Patrol A man was arrested on Tuesday after allegedly leading troopers on a chase before crashing his car, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. An FHP arrest report said around 12:55 a.m., troopers spotted a black Infinity G37 Coupe running a red light on Grand Boulevard. Troopers tailed the vehicle as it made a left on Elkhorn Boulevard and then turned onto Woodcock Drive. Once they turned on their lights, troopers said the Infinity accelerated. According to