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Florida Gas Prices Rise 13 Cents; Set New 2024 High
Last year's high was $3.85 per gallon. Sunday's price of $3.58 per gallon is 2 cents higher than a month ago, yet 14 cents less than this time last year.
Justice Served: After 18 Years, Suspect Who Dodged Prosecution for DUI Crash with Serious Injury Finally Arrested and Charged
On May 20, 2006, the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a crash with injuries and roadblock on Interstate 4 (I-4). Here's what happened next.
Florida Gas Prices Dropped 12 Cents Last Week
"Pump prices are once again below year-ago levels, but upward pressure has moved back into the market," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA. However, they could surge again with new oil highs.
$450 Million for a Second Consecutive Year of Toll Relief for Florida’s Families
Launched last year, drivers utilizing Florida-based toll transponders (including SunPass and other Florida-based transponders) and having 35 or more qualifying toll transactions monthly will receive a 50 percent credit to their account.
Florida Gas Prices Jump 12 Cents; Set New 2024 High
Despite the recent increase, pump prices are following a similar trend to what drivers saw last spring. Sunday's state average of $3.59/g is 11 cents more than what drivers paid this time last year. However...
Central FL
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision in Seminole County yesterday that resulted in the death of a driver.
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle collision last night in Flagler County that resulted in the death of the driver.
North Central Florida

Updating Breaking News: FHP looking for hit-and-run driver after fatal collision in Dixie County

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a hit-and-run fatality crash involving a pedestrian near SE 552nd Street and US-19 in Dixie County.
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol are looking for a hit-and-run driver who was involved in a fatal collision with a pedestrian this morning in Sumter County.
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision this morning in Putnam County that left a motorcyclist in critical condition.
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle crash in Columbia County yesterday that resulted in the death of the driver.
Northeast Florida

Breaking Morning News: Driver dies after a single-vehicle collision in Alachua County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle collision this morning in Alachua County that resulted in the death of the driver.

Breaking Afternoon News: Single-vehicle collision in Columbia County kills driver

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle crash in Columbia County this afternoon that resulted in the death of the driver.

Breaking News Overnight: Motorcyclist critically injured after two-vehicle collision in St. Johns County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision last night in St. Johns County that resulted in a motorcyclist suffering critical injuries.

Breaking News this Morning: Driver dies after a single-vehicle collision in Putnam County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle collision this morning in Putnam County that resulted in the death of the driver.

Breaking News this Morning: Pedestrian dies after collision with two vehicles in Duval County

Pedestrian Fatality

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a collision in Duval County this morning that resulted in the death of a pedestrian.

Northwest Florida

Florida Highway Patrol Criminal Interdiction Unit Conducts Traffic Stop Leading to 91 Felony Charges and Four Misdemeanors

A search of the vehicle revealed multiple stolen credit cards, counterfeited credit cards, credit card skimmers, and a small amount of marijuana. The driver and passenger were both arrested on multiple charges.
With growing commuter, tourist, and freight traffic along I-4 in this area the interstate is in great need of addressing capacity and operations upgrades to improve mobility through the area, increase safety, enhance the quality of life.
"...On a national level, there were 4,392 drivers involved in fatal crashes over the five-year period who were changing lanes at the time.”- Richard Suzuki
The Trooper verified the speed to be approximately 100 mph and attempted to pull the vehicle over using emergency lights and sirens.
Panhandle

Updating Breaking News: FHP arrests shooter on Interstate 10 in Holmes County

Florida Highway Patrol Troopers responded to a report of an active shooter in Holmes County.  The suspect was reportedly a female who had recently checked out of a local hotel and told the staff she was going on a shooting spree directed by “God” in relation to the solar eclipse.
Two weeks ago, the state average jumped 21 cents per gallon. Then last week, the state average fell 5 cents before jumping another 8 cents.
“In the end, it's not just about the uniforms but the people who wear them with honor and style. As one survey respondent aptly put it, 'These uniforms are more than fabric and threads; they're the embodiment of the states they represent and the officers who wear them with pride,'" says Michael Dinich from Wealth of Geeks.
The Trooper, who had recently received a Be-On-The-Lookout (BOLO) identifying a location in his area for the suspect vehicle, a 2019 BMW 440I with Georgia Tag TBZ4664, positioned himself in a manner that would allow him to see if the vehicle crossed his path.
Florida's average gas price is now on a 10-day streak of declines, falling a total of 13 cents per gallon since February 1.
South Florida

Breaking Morning News: Driver dies after a single-vehicle collision in Hendry County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single vehicle this morning in Hendry County that resulted in the death of the driver.

Updating Breaking News: Driver dies after single-vehicle collision in DeSoto County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle collision last night in DeSoto County that resulted in the driver's death.

Breaking News this Morning: One dead, one seriously injured after SUV collides with log truck in Glades County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision in Glades County this morning that resulted in the death of a passenger.

Southeast Florida

Florida gas prices move lower after 12 cents jump

Gasoline futures prices dropped 15 cents per gallon. The U.S. price for crude oil declined $5.73 per barrel (-7%) last week. Friday's closing price of $72.28/b was the lowest daily closing price in two weeks. 
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a multi-vehicle collision in Brevard County last night that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist.
"New research reveals that vehicle collisions with roadside workers are not always the result of poor visibility. More often than not, speed, driver distractions, and/or impairment are a factor." - Mark Jenkins, AAA.
There are penalties for hit and run crashes. They are not 'harmless' and can cause serious injury, property damage, and even death. Those involved should always stay on the scene and remember that driving is a privilege and a responsibility. Here are helpful statistics and accident tips.
The state average jumped from $2.99 per gallon on Monday to $3.18/g by mid-week. The U.S. price of crude oil settled at $78.01 per barrel.
"The state average has plummeted more than 16 cents in the past two weeks," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA. Here's why. …
Southwest Florida

Breaking News Overnight: Passenger on motorcycle suffers critical injuries after a two-vehicle collision in Charlotte County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision in Charlotte County last night, resulting in critical injuries to a motorcycle passenger.
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol arrested a 13-year-old juvenile after an attempt to flee from a traffic stop in Collier County this morning.
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a collision last night in Collier County that resulted in the death of a bicyclist.
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision in Collier County this morning that resulted in the death of a driver.
Tampa Bay

Breaking Afternoon News: Motorcyclist hit and killed by vehicle in Hillsborough County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision this afternoon in Hillsborough County that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist.

Breaking Morning News: Motorcyclist dies after a single-vehicle collision in Pasco County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle collision this morning in Pasco County that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist.

Updating Breaking News: Driver dies after a two-vehicle collision in Pasco County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision yesterday in Pasco County that resulted in the death of a passenger.

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