Lawmakers debate new guardrails on controversial governor-controlled emergency fund
A key state emergency fund controlled by Governor Ron DeSantis has officially expired, setting up a major policy dispute in Tallahassee.
A key state emergency fund controlled by Governor Ron DeSantis has officially expired, setting up a major policy dispute in Tallahassee.
As drought conditions raise the fire risk, experts share ways to protect your home
With drought conditions persisting across the Tampa Bay area, fire dangers remain a growing concern for homeowners. Dry vegetation, low humidity, and rising temperatures can quickly turn small sparks into fast-moving brush fires, making prevention and preparedness critical.
With drought conditions persisting across the Tampa Bay area, fire dangers remain a growing concern for homeowners. Dry vegetation, low humidity, and rising temperatures can quickly turn small sparks into fast-moving brush fires, making prevention and preparedness critical.
Tampa shooting injures 1: Police
Tampa police are investigating a shooting that sent one man to the hospital on Monday afternoon.
Tampa police are investigating a shooting that sent one man to the hospital on Monday afternoon.
Hillsborough County health care plan sees surge after federal subsidies expire
Applications for Hillsborough County’s free health care plan have increased by about 15%, approximately 600 new applicants, since federal Obamacare subsidies expired, according to officials.
Applications for Hillsborough County’s free health care plan have increased by about 15%, approximately 600 new applicants, since federal Obamacare subsidies expired, according to officials.
‘Prophetess’ is third suspect indicted in Kingdom of God Global Church forced labor, money laundering scheme
A third defendant has been named in an indictment against the leaders of the Kingdom of God Global Church.
A third defendant has been named in an indictment against the leaders of the Kingdom of God Global Church.
Convicted killer smiles, laughs as judge hands down life sentence for murdering sister and burying her in yard
Justice has finally arrived for Karen Pais, the Carrollwood woman whose 2021 disappearance ended in a grisly discovery in her own backyard. Her sister, 72-year-old Debra Patton, was sentenced to life in prison for her murder on Monday morning.
Justice has finally arrived for Karen Pais, the Carrollwood woman whose 2021 disappearance ended in a grisly discovery in her own backyard. Her sister, 72-year-old Debra Patton, was sentenced to life in prison for her murder on Monday morning.
Extreme drought conditions turn Polk County into a ‘tinderbox’ as firefighters battle barrage of brush fires
Emergency officials in Polk County issued a warning to residents after crews battled more than 30 separate brush fires in a 24-hour period.
Emergency officials in Polk County issued a warning to residents after crews battled more than 30 separate brush fires in a 24-hour period.
Presidents’ Day roots run deep in Tampa’s streets and history
Take a walk through downtown Tampa, and you’ll find a familiar pattern: Washington, Jefferson, Polk, Pierce, Harrison, Tyler — and even Zack Street, named for Zachary Taylor.
Take a walk through downtown Tampa, and you’ll find a familiar pattern: Washington, Jefferson, Polk, Pierce, Harrison, Tyler — and even Zack Street, named for Zachary Taylor.
Police investigating deadly shooting in Tampa
Tampa police are investigating a shooting that killed one man on Sunday night.
Tampa police are investigating a shooting that killed one man on Sunday night.
ZooTampa mourns the death of beloved Florida panther, Lucy, after battle with cancer
ZooTampa is mourning the death of their beloved Florida panther, Lucy, after a long battle with cancer.
ZooTampa is mourning the death of their beloved Florida panther, Lucy, after a long battle with cancer.
Hillsborough deputies investigating after man shot in face and foot during argument
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that left one man with apparent shotgun wounds to both his face and his foot.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that left one man with apparent shotgun wounds to both his face and his foot.
Crews battle massive brush fire burning in Wimauma: HCFR
Firefighters are battling a large brush fire that has grown to approximately 350 acres Sunday afternoon in Wimauma, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Firefighters are battling a large brush fire that has grown to approximately 350 acres Sunday afternoon in Wimauma, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Tampa police boost safety measures in Ybor City for Illuminated Knight Parade
The Tampa Police Department increased security at the Illuminated Knight Parade following two deadly incidents in Ybor City in late 2025.
The Tampa Police Department increased security at the Illuminated Knight Parade following two deadly incidents in Ybor City in late 2025.
Ybor City celebrates Latin culture at annual Illuminated Knight Parade
The Krewe of Sant’ Yago packed the streets in Ybor City during the Illuminated Knight Parade for a celebration of Tampa's rich Latin culture.
The Krewe of Sant’ Yago packed the streets in Ybor City during the Illuminated Knight Parade for a celebration of Tampa's rich Latin culture.
Tampa street takeover leads to 100+ mph chase, 4 arrested: FHP
Four people were arrested after a vehicle led troopers on a high-speed chase tied to a Tampa street takeover shortly after midnight Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Four people were arrested after a vehicle led troopers on a high-speed chase tied to a Tampa street takeover shortly after midnight Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Sarasota felon tased, arrested after I-275 chase ends at International Plaza and Bay Street mall: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol says a Sarasota felon is facing multiple charges after he fled a traffic stop on Interstate 275, before the pursuit ended with troopers deploying a taser on him at the International Plaza and Bay Street mall parking lot.
The Florida Highway Patrol says a Sarasota felon is facing multiple charges after he fled a traffic stop on Interstate 275, before the pursuit ended with troopers deploying a taser on him at the International Plaza and Bay Street mall parking lot.
Tampa kids create Valentine's Day cards to share love with others
In search of some wisdom on the true meaning of Valentine's Day, some kids at Ballast Point Elementary School shared what they think the real reason for the day is.
In search of some wisdom on the true meaning of Valentine's Day, some kids at Ballast Point Elementary School shared what they think the real reason for the day is.
Tampa mom shares journey caring for injured veteran son, local help available to avoid caregiving burnout
Valentine’s Day weekend usually comes with flowers and dinner plans. For many families, love shows up differently: in hospital rooms, therapy appointments and the quiet work of caregiving.
Valentine’s Day weekend usually comes with flowers and dinner plans. For many families, love shows up differently: in hospital rooms, therapy appointments and the quiet work of caregiving.
Church rallies around family of Parrish man killed in I-75 semi crash after illegal U-turn
A church in Ruskin is rallying around a young widow and her son after her husband died during a crash on I-75 this week.
A church in Ruskin is rallying around a young widow and her son after her husband died during a crash on I-75 this week.
Driver involved in Hillsborough crash accused of stealing gold chain from victim, threatening with bat
A driver involved in a Hillsborough County crash on Thursday was arrested for robbing the other driver, stealing a gold chain worth around $2,000, deputies said.
A driver involved in a Hillsborough County crash on Thursday was arrested for robbing the other driver, stealing a gold chain worth around $2,000, deputies said.