Winter Haven program helps diversify waterskiing
This summer girls in Winter Haven are getting lessons on the water. The Cypress Gardens Ski Team offers help and encouragement.
Troopers and K-9's injured in I-75 crash
A Ruskin man was arrested Wednesday after a crash involving Florida Highway Patrol troopers on I-75 in Hillsborough County, authorities said. The two troopers were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, and their K-9's were also treated by veterinarians.
Buffalo Soldiers and Troopers Motorcycle Club in town
You may see more motorcycles on Bay area highways over the next few days. The National Association of Buffalo Soldiers and Troopers Motorcycle Club is in town.
Citrus County deputy impersonator arrested
A Citrus County man faces multiple felony charges after posing as a deputy and holding a coupe at gunpoint.
Burglaries of Asian business owners investigated
The Hillsborough County Sheriff?s office confirmed it?s aware of two recent residential burglaries involving Asian business owners.
USF led program offers rehabilitative resources
A team of students and professors started a program for people who have been incarcerated. Graduate students offer resources to inmates while undergraduate students study the results of the program.
Commissioners approve new youth council in Lakeland
Lakeland city commissioners will create a youth council to inject fresh ideas and the perspectives of youth in the community into local decision-making.
Fishing trip ends in tragedy
A teen is fighting for his life following a Jet Ski v. boat crash on the Manatee River that killed his brother.
Tampa police shoot, kill gunman after pursuit
A stabbing suspect who aimed a gun at Tampa officers after leading them on a chase was shot and killed by police.
Crews contain mulch fire in Clearwater
Around 70 firefighters extinguished a fire that broke out on Saturday at Gaston?s Tree Debris Recycling facility.
Residents challenge Lakewood Ranch expansion plans
Lakewood Ranch Southeast would bring 5,000 homes to 4,100 acres in East Sarasota County.
Home insurance crisis continues in Florida
Florida homeowners continue to see jolts in home insurance premiums as more insurers reduce their business or withdraw from the Florida market.
7 injured in Lakeland train derailment
Seven passengers were injured after an Amtrak train derailed during a crash involving a semi-truck in Lakeland Friday evening, first responders said.
Ballet dancer helping students follow dreams
A former Next Generation Ballet dancer is spending his summer helping the next generation
Home insurance crisis plagues hurricane victims
Florida's home insurance crisis is escalating as more companies shed policies, and Hurricane Ian victims still can't get their homes repaired.
Man who planned Pulse-style attack in Tampa sentenced
Prosecutors called Muhammed?Al-Azhari an extremist and a terrorist. They say he planned a Pulse nightclub style massacre in the Tampa Bay area, but federal agents stopped him before he could carry out the attack.
Between 30 and 40 animals lost in wildlife center fire
A tragic fire at Alligator Wildlife Discovery Center in Maderia Beach happened on Thursday morning. The Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber plans to help the center recover from the tragedy.
Florida is cracking down on cybercrime
A new task force has been created in Florida to fight illegal online activity.
Local governments taking over old cemeteries
Neris Reyero's goal is to digitize the records and build a database that descendants can search.
Speed enforcement campaign begins in Florida
State troopers and other Bay Area law enforcement officers are on the hunt for speeders and aggressive drivers.