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August 05, 2025
On This Day..., Orange County
On This Day in Florida History: August 5, 1875 — Orlando’s Incorporation Becomes Official with Court Filing
Orlando, FL — August 5, 1875: On this day in 1875, a pivotal moment in Central Florida’s history was quietly…
August 05, 2025
News
Florida Highway Patrol Rescues Kidnapped Infant from Armed Fleeing Suspect
Bristol, Fla. – On August 3, 2025, at approximately 4:00 p.m., the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) was alerted to a…
August 05, 2025
Hillsborough County, News
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa Guest Wins $1.8 Million in Jackpot
Tampa, FL – On July 25, 2025, a guest at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa won 389 jackpots…
August 05, 2025
Hillsborough County, News
Teen Driver Charged with Vehicle Homicide
On August 5, 2025, at approximately 1:00 AM, a Dodge Charger, driven by 17-year-old Dylan Austin Richards of Inverness, was…
August 05, 2025
News, Polk County
Winter Haven Man Arrested After Stealing Vehicle from Auto Repair Shop
Winter Haven, FL – Just before midnight last night, August 4, 2025, Winter Haven Police officers received information regarding a…
August 05, 2025
News, Polk County
Polk County High-Speed Chase Ends with Orlando Man Striking Deputy During Arrest
Kissimmee, FL – On August 3, 2025, at approximately 1:07 a.m., a deputy from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office observed…
August 04, 2025
Hillsborough County, News
Tampa Police Arrest Two for 100+ MPH Street Race on Expressway
TAMPA, FL. (August 4, 2025) – – On August 3, 2025, just after 10:00 PM, Tampa Police arrested two drivers who…
August 04, 2025
News, Polk County
Fugitive Convicted Felon Captured After Two-Year Manhunt in Winter Haven
A convicted felon, on the run for over two years on a warrant for Attempted First Degree Murder, is now…
August 04, 2025
Hillsborough County, On This Day...
On This Day: August 4, 1995 – Tampa Heights Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
On August 4, 1995, Tampa Heights—Tampa’s oldest residential neighborhood—was officially added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. The…
August 04, 2025
News, Orange County
Fatal Hit-Run, Man In Wheelchair Hit While Crossing Roadway: FHP Reports
– Initial Report – Orange County, FL – According to the Florida Highway Patrol, on August 3, 2025, at 8:57…