Dane Placko is a general assignment reporter at FOX 32 News and enjoys covering a variety of stories, from spot news to sports to features. Placko was born in Chicago in the Rogers Park neighborhood.

Their actions were not impulsive — they were predatory and calculated,” said Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister. “Thanks to the bravery of this young victim and the swift response ...

Their actions were not impulsive — they were predatory and calculated," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "Thanks to the bravery of this young victim and the swift response of our deputies, we stopped ...

Sheriff Chad Chronister lauded the team’s efforts, stating, “This is exactly the kind of proactive policing that keeps Hillsborough County safe. ICAT is relentless when it comes to stopping criminals ...

Right now, that list is four-star wing Aidan Chronister and five-star forward Toni Bryant, presumably with more to be scheduled. Here's what we can say about Missouri basketball's recruting ...

Hillsborough Sheriff Chad Chronister, in a statement, said, “Our detectives stopped these traffickers before their poison could claim another victim, and we’ll keep doing it.” HCSO said the ...

MIAMI -- In a flurry of roster moves, the Marlins designated for assignment Opening Day first baseman Matt Mervis and reinstated outfielder Dane Myers from the 10-day injured list ahead of Friday’s ...

MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins re-instated outfielder Dane Myers on Friday from the 10-day injured list as part of a series of roster moves that also included designating opening day first ...

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) is actively investigating a homicide that unfolded near the intersection of Progress Boulevard and South 82nd Street, claiming the life of a passenger ...

MADISON, Wis. -- A Madison man who was declared AWOL from the Dane County Jail Diversion program over the weekend was arrested Thursday and returned to the jail, a Dane County Sheriff's Office ...

This past December it was difficult limiting my top stories to just 10 for the year 2024. I have eight that stand out from the 2025 spring season, which I will list in chronological order. This list ...

POLK COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — The Polk County Sheriff’s Office shared a video updating on the condition of Stella, a Great Dane rescued from an animal cruelty situation. The sheriff’s office ...