Brush fire closes Starkey Park in New Port Richey

Starkey Park in New Port Richey is closed as firefighters work to put out a brush fire.

Family mourns Pasco County father they say died saving children from oncoming van

A Pasco County father is being remembered as a hero after saving the lives of his daughter and niece by pushing them out of the way of an oncoming van.

'Proactive' testing finds 8 positive for COVID-19 at New Port Richey assisted living facility

Some of the residents and staff at two assisted living facilities -- one in Pasco County and another in Sarasota -- have tested positive for COVID-19, according to a video published on Vimeo by the company that manages both residences, SenCare Management.

Pasco K9 assists in arrest after suspect crashes into patrol car, nearly hit officer and flees

Pasco County K9 Star and deputy Kathryn Seper helped locate a suspect who allegedly crashed into a New Port Richey police officer’s patrol car and nearly hit another officer while fleeing from a car dealership on Friday morning. 

New Port Richey STEM students speak with astronauts on International Space Station

Last Tuesday students at River Ridge High School in New Port Richey had the chance to talk directly with astronauts on the International Space Station, as they passed over North America.

Domestic violence survivor inspires others with her story

Every minute, 24 people become victims of rape, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner. That's why one woman, who survived a brutal attack by her ex-boyfriend, is talking about this silent epidemic.

Pasco County dentist provides cleanings, fillings and extractions for free on Friday

On Friday, patients were up early and waiting at Monticciolo Family & Sedation Dentistry in New Port Richey to receive dental care at no cost. Hundreds were there, and the line wrapped around the building.

Body camera video shows suspect pulled from Walmart ceiling

The Pasco County Sheriff's Office released body cam video of deputies chasing a suspect yesterday above the drop ceiling of a Walmart in New Port Richey.

Teen struck by vehicle in New Port Richey

A female teenager was taken to a hospital after a vehicle accident in New Port Richey.

Pasco Schools close off two bleachers after dire reports

Pasco County is taking a closer look at football stadium bleachers after receiving blunt reports from structural engineers.

Medal of Honor recipient inspires Deer Park elementary students

He's a Medal of Honor recipient and one of the bravest of the brave. On Wednesday, Don "Doc" Ballard got a chance to speak with young heroes in the making as he visited with fifth-graders at Deer Park Elementary in New Port Richey.

Gulf High School in New Port Richey is canceling the remainder of its football season

The athletic director of Gulf High School in New Port Richey took to Twitter Monday to announce the school will be canceling the rest of its football season due to a number of injuries in the past few weeks.

Teen hit by a vehicle in New Port Richey

A high school student was seriously injured after he was hit by a vehicle Tuesday morning, according to Pasco County Fire Rescue.

Pasco County clearing out storm drainage systems ahead of Dorian

In anticipation for Hurricane Dorian possible landfall in Florida, officials in Pasco County officials plan to clear several storm water ways currently blocked by vegetation and debris.

Pasco deputy returns to work after being shot in the line of duty

It was a call for help that nearly took a tragic turn. Pasco County Sheriff's deputies ended up in a gun battle with a suspect. One of them was shot and almost lost his life.