Is Florida death row inmate Steven Lorenzo competent to speed up execution?
A Tampa judge will decide Thursday whether death row inmate Steven Lorenzo is mentally competent to fire his appeals lawyers and give up all remaining legal challenges.
Florida man set to be executed Thursday for killing 2 during a home invasion
A man convicted of fatally shooting a man and woman during a home invasion robbery and later confessing to three other killings is scheduled to be executed Thursday evening.
Tampa native works to buy mobility van to continue helping sick kids with therapy dogs
Scott Baggett is a Tampa native who survived polio as a child. Now, he helps sick kids navigate their illness with therapy dogs.
Bradenton contractor accused of scamming hurricane survivors; at least 14 victims lost more than $220K
Bay Area contractor Brian Michaud is behind bars, accused of defrauding more than a dozen senior residents in the Seabreeze mobile home community after Hurricane Milton.
New bicycle, e-bike regulations proposed for Tampa's park trails and multi-use pathways
The city of Tampa is considering an ordinance on Thursday to target behavior and actions of bicyclists and e-bikes, but groups like Walk Bike Tampa said the proposed changes aren’t clear enough.
Search underway for suspect who shot, killed Manatee County resident at front door: Deputies
Investigators in Manatee County are searching for a shooting suspect who killed a man in Bradenton Wednesday afternoon.
Bay Area organizations see growing need for bicycle donations during the holiday season
Organizations around the Tampa Bay area are seeing a growing need for bicycle donations this holiday season.
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office's new helicopter allows for hoist rescue responses, more
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office has a new helicopter, and it's helping their crews respond to hard-to-reach places — getting deputies where they're needed for hoist rescues.
Property tax study warns of uneven impact to rural areas if they're eliminated in Florida
A new report from the Florida League of Cities takes aim at efforts by lawmakers to eliminate property taxes in Florida.
Expanded Bishop Animal Shelter opening brings new chapter for animal care in Manatee County
A new chapter in animal care is officially underway in Manatee County with the opening of the expanded Bishop Animal Shelter.
Pinellas commissioners approve new four-story parking garage at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport
Pinellas County commissioners have approved a new four-story parking garage at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport and design will begin in 2026.
$17M upgrades completed to one of Tampa's oldest wastewater pumping stations
The city of Tampa just completed $17 million in upgrades to one of its oldest wastewater pumping stations.
1 dead in Tampa shooting, suspect detained: HCSO
One person is dead after a shooting Wednesday morning near Clewis Avenue in Tampa, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
Women arrested, dozens of slot machines seized in Sarasota arcade gambling shutdown: SCSO
Two women were arrested Tuesday after authorities shut down an illegal gambling operation at a Sarasota arcade, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
Annual exhibition showcases more that 150 pieces of art at Bradenton's Herrig Center for the ARTS
The Herrig Center for ARTS annual member exhibit features more than 150 pieces on display.
Florida CFO proposes legislative reforms to curb local government overspending
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia is pushing for legislative reforms aimed at increasing transparency and accountability for local government spending across the state.
Cocaine, cash seized from eight-time convicted felon’s Sarasota apartment: Police
An eight-time convicted felon is heading back to jail after Sarasota police said they found cocaine and cash inside an apartment.
Holiday shipping deadlines draw near: Here’s what to know
The clock is officially ticking for anyone planning to mail Christmas gifts.
Waymo rolls out driverless cars on Tampa streets
Waymo has begun testing driverless cars on Tampa streets as the company prepares for a future passenger rollout.
Investors and developers move forward with project near Tropicana Field — with or without Rays
As the Tampa Bay Rays’ future in St. Petersburg remains uncertain, some investors and developers said they aren’t waiting for an answer.