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Updating Breaking News: Motorcyclist dies after collision in Sarasota County
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a collision in Sarasota County last night that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist. more
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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. more
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Florida Gas Prices Drift Lower after Reaching a New 2024 High
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. more
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Florida Highway Patrol Uniform Voted the 8th 'Sexiest' in America, Reveals Survey
“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. more
FHP Troopers Locate Abducted Child, Subject of Amber Alert Issued Sunday
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. more
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Breaking News Overnight: One dead, three injured after two-vehicle collision in Charlotte County
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision in Charlotte County last night that resulted in the death of a driver. more
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Breaking News Overnight: One dead, two injured after head-on collision in Charlotte County
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision in Charlotte County last night that resulted in the death of a driver. more
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Breaking News Overnight: Motorcyclist dies after three-vehicle collision in Hardee County
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a three-vehicle collision in Hardee County last night that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist. more
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Florida gas prices drop 9 cents
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. more
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Updating Breaking News: Plane crashes on Interstate 75 in Collier County
On Friday, at approximately 3:12 pm, the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a reported plane crash on southbound Interstate 75 in Collier County.   more
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Breaking News Overnight: Motorcyclist dies after collision with SUV in Charlotte County
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision in Charlotte County last night, resulting in a motorcyclist's death. more
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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.  more
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Updating Breaking News: Motorcyclist in critical condition after single-collision in Charlotte County
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle collision in Charlotte County yesterday, resulting in critical injuries to a motorcyclist. more
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Breaking News Overnight: Motorcyclist dies after two-vehicle collision in Lee County
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision yesterday in Lee County that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist. more
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AAA Study Examines Characteristics of Fatal Roadside Worker Crashes
"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. more
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Stay at the Scene; a Hit and Run isn’t an Accident; It’s a Crime!
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. more
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Florida gas prices are 16 cents higher than last week
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. more
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Updating Breaking News: Driver critically injured after 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 a driver suffering critical injuries. more
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AAA: Florida Gas Prices are the lowest in a Month
"The state average has plummeted more than 16 cents in the past two weeks," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA. Here's why. … more
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Florida gas prices are down 8 cents from last week
"Florida gas prices continue bouncing above and below $3 a gallon," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA. Here's why. more
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New Year New Law: Florida Activates AAA's 'Move over for me' law
"The roadside is a dangerous place for anyone, whether it’s a first responder or a daily commuter. We hope this enhancement to the current law will save lives..." more
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Breaking News Overnight: Driver dies after two-vehicle collision in Collier County
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision in Collier County last night that resulted in the death of a driver and multiple injuries. more
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Breaking News Overnight: Bicyclist hit and killed by van in DeSoto County
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a collision last night in DeSoto County that resulted in the death of a bicyclist. more
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Updating Breaking News: Pickup truck overturns in Hendry County; passenger killed
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle yesterday in Hendry County that resdulted in the death of a passenger. more
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Florida gas prices sink to 2-year lows
Florida gas prices have been on a free fall, declining 31 cents in the past 17 days. As of Sunday, 88% of Florida gas stations have pump prices below $3 a gallon. more
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