Pasco County detective, therapy dog provides assistance to struggling veterans
It's not always easy to get veterans to open up about mental health issues, but a Pasco County detective and her four-legged companion help start the conversation.
Dale Mabry Highway named after Tampa-native Army captain killed during airship test flight in 1922
Dale Mabry has served as a major North-South artery taking drivers through South Tampa and into Pasco County. There's a lot more to the name "Dale Mabry," though, than simply miles of asphalt.
Bible verse painted on paid parking spot at Pasco County school isn’t a violation, officials say
A teacher's form of religious expression on school grounds is not sitting right with some staff. It involves her parking space which she personalized by painting a Bible verse on it something Pasco County Schools says they have no problem with.
Years after viral video, Pasco County cheerleaders continue to shine
A group of special Pasco County cheerleaders are taking the world by storm.
‘We need to be civil’: Pasco County Schools proposes conduct policies for parents, staff after heated events
In some cases, passionate parents can get heated when addressing concerns with their child’s school and depending on how staff responds it could mean legal trouble for the district. It's why Pasco County Schools is proposing two new policies for addressing these types of scenarios.
Pasco County man built, sold homemade pipe bomb to undercover detective, ATF says
A Zephyrhills man is facing federal charges after he built a pipe bomb and sold it to an undercover detective for $800, according to investigators.
Snowcat Ridge snow park delays opening ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole
Snowcat Ridge has postponed its opening day ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole. The Dade City snow park will now kick off its 2022-23 season on Nov. 16.
Blue green algae toxins found on Moody Lake in Pasco County
Pasco health officials are warning residents to steer clear of Moody Lake after finding harmful blue-green algae toxins in the water. In some cases, coming in contact with the toxins can cause upper-respiratory issues and skin irritation.
Bucs' Leonard Fournette leaves behind $1,000 tip for server at Wesley Chapel restaurant
A local server at a Wesley Chapel restaurant said he got a tip he'll never forget after waiting on Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette.
Father grieves 3-year-old son after accidental shooting involving gun from mother’s boyfriend
A Pasco County father spoke about his grief Friday following the death of his 3-year-old son. The child accidentally shot and killed himself with a gun investigators said never should have been in the room.
New Port Richey police searching for ‘armed and dangerous’ suspect accused of shooting 2 inside car
New Port Richey police are asking for help locating a man they say opened fire on a car in New Port Richey Friday afternoon, striking two people inside.
Veterans receive free dental cleanings, tooth extractions and fillings in Pasco County ahead of holiday
One week ahead of Veterans Day, dozens of military veterans sat down Friday at a dental clinic for free dental cleanings, tooth extractions, and fillings.
Dog walker discovers stolen animatronic dinosaur in New Port Richey alley
The search for a stolen $6,000 animatronic dinosaur is over.
Police search for animatronic baby dinosaur stolen in New Port Richey
Authorities in Pasco County are on the hunt for the thief who stole an animatronic baby velociraptor worth thousands of dollars in New Port Richey. The owners warn that whoever took the life-sized dinosaur could face felony charges, and just want it returned.
Pasco sheriff: Two children were inside bedroom where woman was shot to death; deputies search for suspect
A woman was shot and killed during a home invasion in New Port Richey, and Pasco County deputies are searching for the suspect, who was last seen wearing a black skull mask.
Florida troopers search for hit-and-run driver who fled from deadly pedestrian crash in Wesley Chapel
A Port Richey man was struck and killed by an unidentified driver. Florida Highway Patrol troopers are searching for the suspect who was behind the wheel and fled.
After 9-hour shutdown, southbound I-75 reopens following deadly pedestrian crash in Pasco County
For more than nine hours on Thursday, traffic was at a complete standstill in the southbound lanes of Interstate 75 in Pasco County for a deadly crash investigation involving a pedestrian.
More than 220,000 Floridians cast their ballots since early voting began
Pasco and Hernando counties are the latest counties in the Tampa Bay area to open polling locations for in-person early voters after 37 counties started on Monday.
Tickets on sale: Snowcat Ridge snow park in Dade City returning for its third year in November
Florida's only snow park is returning for a third season in Dade City. Tickets to Snowcat Ridge are on sale.
Dog operations suspended at Pasco Animal Services due to contagious virus
Pasco County Animal Services (PCAS) says it is suspending dog adoptions, intakes, surgeries and rescue transfers for 14 days due to the presence of Canine Pneumovirus.