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.
DeSantis campaign considering shift: Reports
Former President Donald Trump has a 32-point lead over Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in the race for the Republican presidential nomination.
Sarasota working to stop the spread of malaria
Sarasota Mosquito Management has been busy trying to stop the spread of malaria, as there have been seven confirmed cases in the county.
Fight to end homelessness heads to Capitol Hill
Hundreds of advocates from all over the country are coming together for the 2023 National Conference on Ending Homelessness.
Children found living in filth
A couple was arrested on 13 counts of animal cruelty on Wednesday after deputies discovered their home's deplorable living conditions.
Lightning strike sparks house fire in Spring Hill
A couple that survived a house fire caused by a lightning strike in Hernando County Monday said they were saved by their smoke detectors, which went off in the middle of the night.
New owner, higher rent at mobile home park
If a 23-acre city-owned mobile home park in Fort Meade sells then residents could see their rent double. Right now, they only pay $150 a month.
Police called heroes after shooting armed man
Tampa police shot a man who was armed with an AK-47 on Monday. The man had just stabbed the mother of his kids and also fired at officers.
Crisis Center pushes for better mental health care
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline has been active for a year and the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay still needs more help with the influx of calls coming into the center. The center is also pushing for more funding for mental health in the next legislative session.
Summer Circus Spectacular in Sarasota
Audiences can watch exciting performances at the Historic Asolo Theater until Aug. 12. The shows feature performers from around the world.
Plan Hillsborough surveying about truck routes
Plan Hillsborough wants to find out where community members think money should be spent to improve roads. An online survey will be available until the end of July.
Author writes about carnivorous plants
Kenny Coogan is the author of "Florida's Carnivorous Plants". There's over 30 species of carnivorous plants native to Florida according to the author.
Drunk driver to be sentenced in fatal crash
Jorge Britton faces decades behind bars for his role in a deadly DUI crash on I-4, but prosecutors want him behind bars for life.
LEGS helps bring women into the world of golf
The Ladies Executive Golf Society helps women in the professional world network with one another. The Tampa chapter has brought hundreds to the game.
SRQ launches hidden disabilities program
The Sarasota-Bradenton Airport is providing people with hidden disabilities with a sunflower lanyard, pin, or bracelet to indicate that they may need a little extra assistance or patience.
Deputies helping people facing eviction
A new partnership between Sarasota County Sheriff?s Office and the United Way has already helped 20 people. The organization helps people who are behind on rent or helps renters move to a temporary housing solution.
Crews fill Seffner sinkhole
The sinkhole has opened three times and the first time a man was swallowed in his sleep. Crews hope that this will be their last time filling the hole.
Dal? Museum to debut new exhibit this weekend
The Dal? Museum will debut its latest exhibit, "Dali Alive 360," on Saturday.
Military volunteer has been made an honorary marine
Stocking, taping and shipping care packages to send to troops fighting the War on Terror?landed Mark Van Trees?on MacDill Air Force Base to be honored by high-ranking military officials.