Two people shot at Sarasota home after altercation, 1 dead: SCSO
Two people were shot after an altercation at a Sarasota home early on Saturday morning, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
Normal operations resume at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport after bomb threat
The St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has resumed normal operations and there are no safety concerns at this time after a written bomb threat on an Allegiant flight on Friday, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
Wanted Florida man killed after charging at Polk County deputy with knife: PCSO
One man is dead after Polk County deputies say he charged at one of them with a knife, forcing them to fire several shots near Harvey's Supermarket in Lakeland.
Solar power to light up Manatee School for the Arts
Within a few weeks, Manatee School for the Arts in Palmetto will soon run on solar power, and officials are busy installing solar panels.
First responders ask residents to heed brush fire warning as most West Florida counties enact burn bans
Bay Area first responders are asking the public to heed brush fire warnings after three brush fires broke out in Hillsborough and Pasco Counties.
Allegiant flight attendant finds bomb threat just before St. Pete-Clearwater International departure: Sheriff
Allegiant passengers onboard a flight that was supposed to head out of St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport Friday evening was quickly deplaned after the crew found a written bomb threat.
Scammer pretending to be Keanu Reeves bilks Bay Area woman out of $160K: Documents
A Bay Area woman is out tens of thousands of dollars after sending money to a scammer, who claimed to be celebrity Keanu Reeves.
Tampa house fire that sparked blaze next door is under investigation: HCFR
Hillsborough County firefighters are trying to figure out what caused a Tampa home to go up in flames and spread next door.
Get an up-close view of Tampa’s highly anticipated Gasworx project
For the first time, developers of the new Gasworx project are giving an up-close look at the new development that promises to impact both Ybor City and downtown Tampa.
Hillsborough County issues burn ban as warm temperatures, dry conditions pose increased wildfire risk
Hillsborough County issued a burn ban on Friday as warm temperatures and dry conditions pose an increased risk of wildfires, officials said.
Four arrested after officers bust illegal drug operation in North Tampa
Four suspects are behind bars after officers busted an illegal drug operation inside a North Tampa home on Wednesday, police said.
TECO rate hikes get backing
The Florida Public Service Commission should stand behind its decision to approve base-rate increases for Tampa Electric Co. after objections were raised by consumer representatives, the commission’s staff recommended Thursday.
UF researchers: How urban green spaces can be designed to benefit humans, wildlife
University of Florida researchers studied how urban green spaces can be designed in a way to benefit both humans and wildlife.
Tampa man accused of having sexual relationship with 13-year-old girl messaged 11 other juveniles: MCSO
A Tampa man has been arrested after deputies say he engaged in a sexual relationship with a 13-year-old girl in Marion County.
Man killed, another hurt in self-defense shooting at restaurant: LPD
An argument at a Lakeland restaurant led to a man firing shots in self-defense, killing one man and injuring another, according to police.
‘Brazen burglar’ busted after being caught on camera yanking cash drawer from Lakeland store: LPD
A brazen burglar is behind bars after police say he swiped a cash register from a Michael’s store in Lakeland.
St. Pete leaders debate demolishing Al Lang Stadium as part of proposed downtown redevelopment
City leaders in St. Petersburg are looking at the future of its downtown waterfront – and the nearly 80-year-old Al Lang Stadium might not be a part of it.
Video: Florida deputies capture gator spotted at high school
Some Manatee County deputies had the tough task of wrangling a gator that had made its way onto a high school campus, according to the sheriff's office.
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn says he's running again
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn announced on Thursday that he's planning to seek a return to the city's top office in 2027.
Boyette Road to close for weeks at U.S. 301 in Hillsborough County. Here's what to know
A major road project in one of Hillsborough County’s fastest-growing areas will shut down part of Boyette Road for three weeks starting Friday night.