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Car Plunges Into Pool In Pasco County

A 56-year-old woman was charged with careless driving after losing control of her car and plunging into a community pool in New Port Richey.

See How Pasco's New Flood Insurance Rate Map Impact Your Home

Pasco County is encouraging residents to check the maps and learn how the changes could affect their properties.

Jello Shots, Beer, Vodka Found In Car Going 107 MPH On I-275

Troopers say they found jello shots, beer and an open bottle of Tito's vodka in the trunk of a car they pulled over going 107 mph.

Former Port Richey Councilman Receives Probation

A former Port Richey city councilman has been sentenced to probation after pleading guilty in December to conspiring to obstruct justice.

Pasco's New Tourism Brand Welcomes 1 Million Visitors

Year-end performance data shows record-breaking visitation numbers, with tourism generating more than $650 million in economic impact.

80-Year-Old Holiday Woman Dies After Grandson Runs Over Her

An 80-year-old Holiday woman has died after being struck and run over by a pickup truck Saturday afternoon driven by her grandson.

Detectives Make Arrest In Brutal Murder Of Woman 14 Years Ago

Bobrick and her dog, Pepe, were discovered beaten to death in her home Red Run Drive by a neighbor 14 years ago.

LGBT Truckers Ride With Pride, Raising Awareness Around Country

The LGBT Truckers will be on hand for a drag show fundraiser Saturday night to help raise funds to renovate VFW Post 39 in St. Petersburg.

Bicyclist, Dog Die After Being Struck By Pickup Truck On U.S. 19

A 35-year-old bicyclist and her dog have died after being struck by a pickup truck while crossing U.S. 19 early Friday morning.

After 20 Years, Ridge Road Extension Gets Go-Ahead

Environmental groups are raising money for a defense fund to fight the decision.

Hudson Woman Accused Of Leaving 8-Year-Old Boy Home Alone

Patty Souza of Frierson Lake Drive was arrested Dec. 24 after Pasco County Sheriff's deputies said and left the boy home alone.

Brothers Arrested Following Year-Long Drug Investigation

The bust was part of an ongoing effort to crack down on opioid dealers in Pasco County​ who have been preying on opioid addicts.

Pasco County To Offer Christmas Tree Recycling

Pasco County Recycling encourages residents to recycle their Christmas tree following the holiday season.

Spring Hill Man Accused Of Repeatedly Striking Child With Paddle

A Spring Hill man is facing aggravated child abuse charges after being accused of repeatedly hitting a 6-year-old on the bare buttocks.

Pasco County Government Announces Christmas Closings

Pasco County Government offices will close at noon Tuesday, Dec. 24, and will be closed Wednesday, Dec. 25, for Christmas.

Pasco Sheriff Seeks Woman Who Robbed BB&T Bank In Holiday

The Pasco County Sheriff's Office is investigating the robbery of the BB&T Bank on U.S. 19 in Holiday that took place Thursday.

Holiday Man Accused Of Taking Money For Work He Never Did

A Holiday man is behind bars after being accused of contracting without a license and grand theft involving a victim 65 years or older.

New officers named for Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council

Leaders of the board hail from around the Tampa Bay area

4 New AT&T Cell Sites Boosting Network Speeds In 2 Counties

AT&T customers and FirstNet subscribers in Port Richey, Zephyrhills, Gibsonton and Lithia received an early Christmas gift.

Holiday Man Accused Of Raping 15-Year-Old Girl

According to the Pasco County Sheriff's Office, Joshua Michael Haddix of Fairmount Drive was charged with sexual battery of a minor.

Police Search For Shooter In Suspected Road Rage Incident

New Port Richey Police are continuing to search for a vehicle involved in a possible road rage incident Sunday morning.

Felon Arrested After Shooting Self While 'Playing Cowboy'

A 36-year-old Hudson man was arrested after shooting himself in the leg while "playing cowboy," according to the sheriff's office.

New Port Richey Man Accused Of Participating In Home Invasion

A 22-year-old man has been arrested after sheriff's deputies said he broke into a home in New Port Richey and held the resident at gunpoint.

Skeletal Remains Found In Werner-Boyce State Park

The Pasco Sheriff's Office is on the scene of a report of skeletal remains found in Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park.

Year-Old Baby Fighting For Life On Ventilator After Being Abused

A 16-month-old New Port Richey baby is on a ventilator fighting for her life while her 32-year-old father sits behind bars.

Elementary Music Teacher Arrested; Accused Of Grabbing Man's Butt

A Sunray Elementary School music teacher was arrested after being accused of repeatedly grabbing the butt of his house cleaner.

Spring Hill Woman Dies In Fiery Single-Vehicle Crash

A 30-year-old Spring Hill woman died following a crash Thursday morning on State Road 52 west of Bellamy Brothers Boulevard.

Findings from Community Assessment Survey of Older Adults Shared

More than 75 Community and Business Leaders Attended CASOA Meeting

Little Road Improvements To Begin Dec. 8

The road work will include milling and resurfacing the existing roads, as well as new pavement markings and restriping.

Holiday Man Accused Of Throwing Pot Of Turkey Soup During Fight

A 29-year-old Holiday man was charged with aggravated assault after he was accused of throwing a hot pot of turkey soup on another man.

Hudson Man Accused Of Attacking Woman With Hammer, Hatchet

After his arrest, Daniel Bingham claimed his actions were lawful because Florida is a stand-your-ground state.

Pasco To Host 25th Annual Farm Share Holiday Food Giveaway

The 25th annual Farm Share Holiday Food Giveaway will be held on Dec. 13 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Faith Baptist Church.

Pasco Deputies Find Grow House Used To Produce 150 Pounds Pot

Two New Port Richey men have been arrested after being accused of running a marijuana grow house that produced more than 150 pounds of pot.

FL High School 1st In World To Use Fake Frogs For Dissection

Instead of dissecting preserved dead frogs, Mitchell High School has become the first school in the world to use synthetic frogs.

New Port Richey Man Accused Of Assaulting Wife

A 43-year-old man was arrested after being accused of assaulting his wife.

Pasco Woman Jailed On Way To Pick Up Boyfriend From Jail

Instead of picking up her boyfriend from jail, she landed in jail, charged with possession of drugs and driving with a revoked license.

Student Posted Threats On Snapchat In Hopes Of Getting Expelled

A 13-year-old New Port Richey boy told deputies that he posted two threats of violence on the Snapchat because he thought school was stupid.

Holiday Man Accused Of Assaulting Woman, Fleeing From Deputies

A 33-year-old Holiday is facing multiple charges after deputies said he battered a woman and fled when deputies were called.

7 Horses Found Starving Off Rural Road In Hudson, Owner Arrested

Two horses lay on the ground, their large brown eyes helplessly following the movements of the deputies who were there to rescue them.