Florida man arrested on New Year's Day for throwing lit fireworks at patrol car: FHP

A Citrus County man was arrested on New Year's Day after throwing lit fireworks at a trooper sitting in his patrol car, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Think before you drive on NYE

A Hillsborough County woman is educating about the dangers of drunk driving this holiday season. 

When do other countries ring in 2025?

As Floridians prepare to enter 2025 at midnight Eastern time, cities worldwide have already rung in the new year, and more are preparing to do so every hour.

Watch live: New Year's Eve fireworks from around the world

From New Zealand to New York, join LiveNow from FOX on New Year’s Eve for a look at fireworks displays and celebrations across the globe.

Y2K: 4 things people thought would happen on New Year’s 25 years ago

The year was 1999 - and governments and corporations were fearful about the unknown millenium computer bug. Here’s what to know about Y2K on its 25th anniversary.

Tampa NYE celebrations bring increased TPD presence

It is an exciting time of year, as Tampa hosts visitors and locals looking for a good time.

Here is what's open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

As we turn the calendars from 2024 to 2025 on Tuesday at midnight, some businesses, government buildings and public services will be closed for the holiday.

New Years weekend brings tourism bump to Bay Area

Florida’s holiday season is in full swing, drawing visitors from across the United States who are trading snow for sunshine. 

Final crystal triangles installed on Times Square ball ahead of New Year's Eve

The last of the crystal triangles that make up this year’s Times Square New Year’s Eve ball have been installed, marking the first time in 10 years that all 2,688 were replaced at once.

Clearwater to see high levels of traffic NYE weekend

The City of Clearwater is urging residents in Pinellas County to be aware of higher traffic levels as the Bay Area prepares to host various events leading up to the new year.

Top 5 cities for celebrating New Year's Eve, according to WalletHub

The Big Apple has the biggest party for New Year’s Eve, but cities from coast to coast round out the top 5 for NYE destinations. Here are the best places to celebrate.

How to properly dispose of your Christmas tree

With all the presents gone from underneath the Christmas tree, solid waste crews are sharing do’s and don’ts for how to dispose of live Christmas trees this holiday season properly.

Holiday shopping up in Tampa Bay

Shoppers were more willing to open their wallets this holiday season.               

2024 retail returns to total $890 billion, report shows

Total returns are projected to reach $890 billion in 2024, according to a report released in early December. Retailers estimate that 16.9% of their annual sales in 2024 will be returned.