DeSoto Fugitive Might Be in Tampa Bay Area

Believed to be “armed and dangerous,” Reece Sturgis is wanted in connection with a May shooting that left one person dead.

Coast Guard Holds Annual Blackthorn Memorial Service in St. Petersburg

Coast Guard Crew Assists 4 Suffering From Hypothermia North of Pass-A-Grille

Coast Guard Crew Helps Out Flooded Fishing Vessel West of John's Pass

State Department Issues Travel Alert for Sochi Olympics

Americans traveling to the Games this year should be vigilant of their surroundings, officials said.

FHP Focusing on 'Move Over' Law Throughout January

Florida's "move over" law requires that drivers move out of the way of stopped emergency vehicles-- or slow down to a speed of 20 mph below the speed limit.

100 Stories About Gun Violence Since Newtown

We looked at stories from across America in the year since the shootings at Sandy Hook School to try to illustrate the scale of the problem.

FHP to Be Out in Full Force for Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend; Thousands Cited Last Year

FBI Seeks ID, Location of Suspected Child Sexual Predator

The agency is hoping someone may recognize "John Doe 27." The man appears as though he speaks with a southern accent and refers to himself as "Jimmy."

OMG PD: Arrests Made for Selling Wildlife Online, Sister Charged with Attacking Pregnant Sister

We compile the odd, unusual and the "oh my gosh" police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

OMG PD: Marijuana Deal Leads to Shooting, Garden Equipment Stole

We compile the odd, unusual and the "oh my gosh" police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

Boaters Cautioned as Tropical Storm Karen Approaches

The U.S. Coast Guard is advising Safety Harbor and Tampa Bay area boaters to stay off the water as Tropical Storm Karen approaches the Gulf.

The Cost of Texting and Driving in Florida

Wondering what the new law will cost motorists who are caught texting behind the wheel?

OMG PD: Police Shoot Ax-Wielding Man, 'Unreasonable' Slap Leads to Arrest

We compile the odd, unusual and the "oh my gosh" police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

Pinellas Sheriffs: Have You Seen This Motorcycle?

Pinellas County Sheriff's detectives are asking the public's help in locating a motorcycle that recently went missing from a Palm Harbor apartment complex.

Man Charged in Additional Homeless Slaying

Myron Farley was arrested and charged with first degree murder in the slaying of John Austin Lloyd, 60, who was found dead outside an abandoned gas station at 1840 Gulf to Bay Blvd. Sept. 16.

Detectives Seek Help In Palm Harbor Burglary

Pinellas County Sheriff's detectives are looking for the public's help identifying a man seen riding a bicycle stolen from the garage of a Palm Harbor resident.

Parents Cry Foul Over Ex-NFL Player’s Website

Lutz resident and former offensive lineman Brian Holloway has created a website calling out the 300 teens who allegedly trashed his Upstate New York home. Now parents are crying foul. Who do you think is right?

OMG PD: Manhunt Leads to Four Arrests, 61 Arrested in Crime Ring

We compile the odd, unusual and the "oh my gosh" police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

Are You Numb to Gun Violence?

Some local lawmakers say we’re desensitized thanks to the number and frequency of mass shootings in American society. What do you think?

OMG PD: Rays Mascot Attacked, Man Injured by Falling Quartz

We compile the odd, unusual and the "oh my gosh" police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

OMG PD: Sword Attack, Man Tries to Lure Kid With Candy

We compile the odd, unusual and the "oh my gosh" police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

East Lake Firefighters Prepare For Propane Emergencies

What are East Lake fire crews up to this month?

OMG PD: Fencing on Craigslist, Violent Teens, Don't Mess With Sea Turtles

We compile the odd, unusual and the "oh my gosh" police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

Indefinite Probation: Is it Enough for Teens in School Bus Beating Case?

The grandmother of one of the teens charged in the attack said she thought incarceration for at least a few weeks should have been part of the punishment, according to CNN. What do you think?

OMG PD: Heroin Stamps at Jail, Child Steals at Hooters, Hash Oil Explosion

We compile the odd, unusual and the "oh my gosh" police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

OMG PD: Man Robbed of Pants; Charity Donation Box Stolen

We compile the odd, unusual and the "oh my gosh" police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

Georgia Fugitive Arrested in Palm Harbor

Brandon Marcell Reese, 27, had eluded Georgia authorities for more than seven months.

East Lake Firefighters Train to Survive Fall in Potential Marina Blaze

"It's not easy. ... We all weigh about 3 to 400 pounds when we're soaking wet in this water so, you're not getting out by yourself," a north county firefighter said.

Oldsmar and Palm Harbor Residents Arrested: Cocaine, Robbery, Public Intoxication

These Oldsmar and Palm Harbor residents were arrested on a variety of charges from August 9-11, 2013.

Screaming, Drenched and Muddy Kids Love End of Summer Hose Down

The annual End of Summer Hose Down, which is hosted by the Palm Harbor Library, attracted the largest crowd of kids ever, according to organizers.

Oldsmar Man Threatened Staff at Mease Countryside Hospital, Deputies Say

Walter William Manning, 62, of Oldsmar, was intoxicated and yelling "in an aggressive manner" at Mease Countryside Hospital's emergency room staff, according to an arrest affidavit.

Oldsmar Woman Accused in $7,000 UPS Billing Scam

Investigators say Marzanna Danuta Dancel, 47, was in charge of finances at Island Comfort Footwear in Clearwater and also worked at another company called Sawyer Products in Safety Harbor.

OMG PD: Samurai Swordsman, 2 Ex-Bucs Busted

We compile the odd, unusual and the "oh my gosh" police items from throughout the Tampa Bay region.

Top Stories: Thief Wore Polyester, Library Desires, Zapping Bed Bugs, Frankie's Patriot BBQ

In case you missed them, here's a look at the top stories on East Lake Patch from Aug. 4-10, 2013.

Palm Harbor Residents Arrested: Crack Cocaine, Federal Warrant, False Imprisonment and More

The following Palm Harbor residents were recently arrested on a variety of charges.

Police: Drunk Woman Head Butts Officer

A Tarpon Springs woman is facing multiple charges after being arrested on August 4.

Sharp-Dressed Man Swipes Sunglasses from East Lake Eye Care

Deputies are asking for help to identify the man they say wore a blue 70’s style polyester suit to shoplift from a Palm Harbor store.

End Of Summer Hose Down For Kids on Aug. 13

Victims Slept Through Burglary at Their Home, Deputies Say

Investigators say Maciej Daniel Kadzialko, 19, of Palm Harbor took a refrigerator, leaf blower, edger and other items, but left behind his fingerprints.