Frozen's Queen Elsa wanted by police as cold weather chills U.S.

With all this cold weather across the country, a Louisiana police department decided it was time to nab the culprit: Queen Elsa.

Lady Gaga helps pay off families' layaways

Superstar Lady Gaga is in the Tampa Bay area for a concert and is helping out a lot of families for the holidays before tonight's show.

NBC News fires Matt Lauer over inappropriate sexual behavior

“Today” show co-host Matt Lauer has been fired from NBC due to inappropriate sexual behavior in the workplace.

'Partridge Family' star David Cassidy dead at 67

David Cassidy, the 'Partridge Family' heartthrob who sold millions of records and became the fantasy of millions of girls, has died in a Florida hospital after his organs failed, according to TMZ.

CBS fires Charlie Rose, PBS halts his show following allegations

UPDATE - CBS News has fired Charlie Rose following sexual misconduct allegations: http://bit.ly/2zW0GR5 Charlie Rose is the latest public figure to be felled by sexual misconduct allegations, with PBS halting distribution of his nightly interview show and CBS News suspending him Monday following a Washington Post report with the accusations of eight women.

Mel Tillis never forgot his Plant City roots, friends say

He was a star of the Grand Ole Opry, but to people in Plant City, he was a common man with a stutter that never stopped him. 

Liz Smith, syndicated gossip columnist, dies at 94

Liz Smith, the syndicated gossip columnist whose mixture of banter, barbs, and bon mots about the glitterati helped her climb the A-list as high as many of the celebrities she covered, died Sunday at the age of 94. Joni Evans, Smith's literary agent, told The Associated Press she died of natural causes.

'Stories are true': Louis C.K. releases statement on allegations

Disgraced and facing financial and professional fallout over allegations of sexual misconduct, comedian Louis C.K. issued a statement Friday in which he acknowledged accounts of him masturbating in front of colleagues are true and expressed remorse for wielding his influence "irresponsibly."

Tom Hanks helps with marriage proposal at Texas book festival

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- Oscar-winning actor and author Tom Hanks used a Texas Book Festival appearance to help a couple get engaged. 

Petty could be honored with stretch of highway

A portion of U.S. 441 in Alachua County, a highway that drew a mention in the song “American Girl,” would be named after the late rock star Tom Petty, under a proposal filed Monday by state Sen. Keith Perry, R-Gainesville.

Disney releases rendering of Toy Story Land

A new artist rendering has been released for Walt Disney World's much-anticipated "Toy Story Land."  It is set to open next summer at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. 

Actress Heather Kerr alleges sexual misconduct against Harvey Weinstein

The Los Angeles Police Department announced a formal investigation has been opened into rape allegations against disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein. 

Eminem blasts President Trump in BET awards freestyle

The BET Hip Hop Awards were Tuesday night, but the biggest moment may have come from a pre-recorded video by rapper Eminem.

Busch Gardens offering free admission to first responders and discounts to family members

Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay is honoring Florida first responders through November. From October 11th to November 24th, First responders will receive free admission to Busch Gardens, and four discounted tickets for friends and family at 50% off the regular ticket price. “A first responder’s mission is to selflessly protect us each day, and this special offer is a small way to show our...

Nose hair extensions and other fake fashion 'trends'

You've heard of eyelash extensions, nail jewelry, and going gray for fun, but what about fur nails? Or squiggly brows? Or, perhaps most shocking, nose hair extensions?

Remembering Tom Petty, fellow Floridian

Fans are mourning the death of rock icon and Florida native Tom Petty, who passed away after going into cardiac arrest at his California home.

Tom Petty dies at 66 after suffering heart attack

Tom Petty was rushed to the hospital Sunday night after he was found unconscious, not breathing and in full cardiac arrest, according to TMZ.

TMZ: Former host and co-creator of 'Let's Make a Deal,' Monty Hall, dead at 96

The co-creator and host of "Let's Make a Deal," Monty Hall, has died at 96 years old, his daughter Joanna Gleason confirmed to the New York Times. He died at his home in Beverly Hills, Calif. from heart failure.