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05/28/2026 · Walton County

Treasure Island Structure Fire: What We Know So Far

A structure fire in Treasure Island prompted a fire-company response late Wednesday, and officials have not yet released details on injuries, cause or damage.

05/28/2026
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Treasure Island Structure Fire: What We Know So Far

A structure fire was reported at 1441 Russell Dr. N. in Treasure Island, and no official details on injuries, damage or cause have been released yet.

05/28/2026

Structure Fire Draws Emergency Response to Russell Drive North in Treasure Island

Treasure Island Fire Rescue responded to a structure fire at 1441 Russell Drive North late Wednesday night.

05/28/2026

the area Structure fire: Live Updates

Live updates on the structure fire in the area.

05/28/2026

15-Year-Old Arrested in Freeport Shooting; Schools Locked Down

A 15-year-old was arrested Thursday morning after a shooting on Stella Drive in Freeport. Two schools locked down during the manhunt.

05/28/2026

Temple Terrace CEO Indicted for Defrauding Investors of $7 Million

Meade Lewis, founder and CEO of mIQroTech, Inc., was indicted on five wire fraud counts for allegedly defrauding investors of more than $7 million.

05/28/2026

Atlanta Man Nabbed After Torching Sanford Temple, Wild Multi-County Chase

A 51-year-old Atlanta man faces felony arson charges after allegedly setting fire to a Sanford Buddhist temple, sparking a high-speed chase across Central Florida highways. Singhasouk Danny Phanouvong led police on a 115 mph pursuit through Volusia and Flagler counties before troopers stopped him with a PIT maneuver. The late-night incident shocked the tight-knit temple community in Seminole County.

05/28/2026

Broward Burglary Spree Ends in Arrests Tied to South American Theft Ring

Broward Sheriff's Office has busted a string of high-end residential burglaries in Weston's gated Windmill Ranch Estates, linking suspects to a notorious South American theft group targeting wealthy enclaves nationwide. Authorities recovered tools of the trade and seized stolen goods worth millions, including a $500,000 jewelry heist. Homeowners in South Florida's suburbs are urged to bolster security amid the crackdown.

05/28/2026