Woman planning to take her own life rescued at Alderman Ford Nature Preserve: HCSO
Hillsborough County deputies are asking people to stay away from an active scene at the Alderman Ford Nature Preserve for the time being.
Hillsborough County deputies are asking people to stay away from an active scene at the Alderman Ford Nature Preserve for the time being.
Christmas Lane brings 1.5 million lights to Plant City
Christmas Lane is back for the holiday season in Plant City, transforming part of the Florida Strawberry Festival Grounds into a massive walk-through winter wonderland.
Christmas Lane is back for the holiday season in Plant City, transforming part of the Florida Strawberry Festival Grounds into a massive walk-through winter wonderland.
Durant High School Orchestra looking for support before trip to Carnegie Hall in NYC
The Durant High School Chamber Orchestra was one of six high schools selected to perform at Carnegie Hall in March 2026.
The Durant High School Chamber Orchestra was one of six high schools selected to perform at Carnegie Hall in March 2026.
Florida Strawberry Festival adds 2 more performances to 2026 concert lineup
Two more acts have just been announced for the 2026 Florida Strawberry Festival.
Two more acts have just been announced for the 2026 Florida Strawberry Festival.
Teens arrested after gun found in backpack during burglary investigation at Plant City High School: HCSO
Two students were arrested after Hillsborough County deputies investigated reports that a loaded gun was stolen in the parking lot at Plant City High School Wednesday.
Two students were arrested after Hillsborough County deputies investigated reports that a loaded gun was stolen in the parking lot at Plant City High School Wednesday.
Man arrested after chase in stolen F-150, detectives find meth in backpack: HCSO
A man accused of stealing a truck in Plant City is facing several charges after Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office detectives and an aviation unit tracked him down during a pursuit Tuesday afternoon.
A man accused of stealing a truck in Plant City is facing several charges after Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office detectives and an aviation unit tracked him down during a pursuit Tuesday afternoon.
Strawberry Festival announces 2026 concert lineup
The Strawberry Festival has just announced its 2026 concert lineup, which includes Alabama, Riley Green and Dierks Bently.
The Strawberry Festival has just announced its 2026 concert lineup, which includes Alabama, Riley Green and Dierks Bently.
Teen arrested with guns, drugs and cash in Plant City: HCSO
A teen is facing several charges after being arrested in Plant City with rifles, thousands of dollars in cash and over 100 pounds of concentrated THC, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
A teen is facing several charges after being arrested in Plant City with rifles, thousands of dollars in cash and over 100 pounds of concentrated THC, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Traffic backs up I-4 westbound after deadly crash in Plant City: FHP
All westbound lanes of I-4 were closed in Plant City on Saturday after a crash happened west of Branch Forbes Rd., according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
All westbound lanes of I-4 were closed in Plant City on Saturday after a crash happened west of Branch Forbes Rd., according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Florida farmers struggle as fewer migrant workers want H-2A visas
In Plant City, one of Florida’s agricultural hubs, farms depend heavily on migrant labor to keep fields producing and crops from rotting. Local farmer Lee Wroten says nearly all his workforce is made up of H-2A visa holders.
In Plant City, one of Florida’s agricultural hubs, farms depend heavily on migrant labor to keep fields producing and crops from rotting. Local farmer Lee Wroten says nearly all his workforce is made up of H-2A visa holders.
Keel Farms celebrates fall with 'Harvest Days' every weekend of October
Pumpkins, pours, and plenty of petting-zoo fun are drawing big crowds to Keel Farms this fall.
Pumpkins, pours, and plenty of petting-zoo fun are drawing big crowds to Keel Farms this fall.
Cooper Park drowning under investigation by Plant City police
Plant City police are investigating after they say a man drowned at Cooper Park on Monday afternoon.
Plant City police are investigating after they say a man drowned at Cooper Park on Monday afternoon.
'Deacon of Death' set to be executed in killings of two Hillsborough County women
Hillsborough County killer Samuel Smithers is about to face the final punishment. The so-called "Deacon of Death" is slated to be executed on October 14.
Hillsborough County killer Samuel Smithers is about to face the final punishment. The so-called "Deacon of Death" is slated to be executed on October 14.
Governor DeSantis touts Florida's Second Amendment sales tax holiday now in effect
Gov. Ron DeSantis ushered in Florida’s newest sales tax holiday on Monday – one that adds guns and ammunition along with recreational supplies.
Gov. Ron DeSantis ushered in Florida’s newest sales tax holiday on Monday – one that adds guns and ammunition along with recreational supplies.
Florida Strawberry Festival announces 2026 theme
We're getting our first glimpse at plans for the 2026 Florida Strawberry Festival.
We're getting our first glimpse at plans for the 2026 Florida Strawberry Festival.
Plant City woman hits, kills toddler while backing out of driveway: Police
A deadly crash involving a toddler is under investigation in Plant City.
A deadly crash involving a toddler is under investigation in Plant City.
Strawberry Festival to exclude swine show participants west of I-75, citing space concerns
The Strawberry Festival is overflowing with livestock, and its organizers are changing the rules to try to get control of it.
The Strawberry Festival is overflowing with livestock, and its organizers are changing the rules to try to get control of it.
Plant City residents demand action after '1-in-1,000-year' flooding
First, it was Hurricane Milton. Then, on July 14, a powerful storm dumped more than 10 inches of rain in just four hours on Plant City.
First, it was Hurricane Milton. Then, on July 14, a powerful storm dumped more than 10 inches of rain in just four hours on Plant City.
Hillsborough County Fire Rescue proposes new station on 5.9-acre property in Plant City
Hillsborough County Fire Rescue is trying to keep up with a rising number of service calls in a growing part of the county.
Hillsborough County Fire Rescue is trying to keep up with a rising number of service calls in a growing part of the county.
1 dead in house fire near Plant City: HCFR
A house fire in Hillsborough County early Friday left one person dead, officials confirmed to FOX 13.
A house fire in Hillsborough County early Friday left one person dead, officials confirmed to FOX 13.