Moffitt announces major Pasco County extension project

Moffitt Cancer Center’s Pasco County project will cover a plot of land bigger than downtown Tampa, just off the Suncoast Parkway near the Ridge Road extension.

Bay Area counties open cold weather shelters

As temperatures plummet to the lowest the Bay Area has seen in a month, several counties are opening cold weather shelters Saturday night for the homeless and those who live in homes without adequate heat.

'It's pristine old Florida': Starkey Preserve blends people, nature at 18,000-acre oasis

Every day in Florida, residents see habitat loss due to development to meet the needs of the state’s growing population, but Starkey Preserve gives visitors a glimpse into the past and future where mankind and nature coexist. 

'I did my job': Hero FHP trooper who stopped accused DUI driver during Skyway 10K recalls moments before crash

FHP Trooper Toni Schuck saved countless lives when she stopped a suspected drunk driver during the Skyway 10K by driving her own patrol SUV into the driver's path, knowing she was the last line of defense. "Hero, that's just a title. If that's what they want to say then that's great," she said. "I was sworn to protect and that's what I felt I did."

Tampa Bay twins, quilt store owners stitching together way to help Ukrainian refugees

The quilting community has come together to help Pasco County quilt fabric store owners raise tens of thousands of dollars for Ukrainian refugees fleeing to Poland.

Curtis Reeves reflects on preparing for jail, the popcorn, and public perception

During Curtis Reeves' only sit-down interview, with FOX 13, he describes the emotional toll the shooting 8 years ago, and the his trial have had on him and his family.

Missing Pasco 12-year-old safely located

A 12-year-old New Port Richey girl who was reported missing on Friday has been safely located. No additional details were provided. 

Dade City man battling aggressive brain tumor turns to humor to get through tough days

Seven years after being diagnosed with Glioblastoma in 2015, J.B. Bird is using his cancer to educate, encourage, and even help people laugh through their toughest battles.

Panhandlers, drivers in Pasco County subject to fines under new law

A new ordinance in Pasco County lays out new rules for pedestrians and drivers, in an effort to crack down on panhandling. County commissioners say people asking for donations are creating safety issues, so now both groups could face hefty fines if they don't abide. 

FWC asks for horseshoe crab sighting reports

The beginning of March marks a critical time for one of the Bay Area's most important marine species. It's horseshoe crab mating season and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is asking anyone who sees them to file a report online.

FHP: Tampa woman hit, killed on U.S. 301 in Pasco County

A 38-year-old woman walking along U.S. 301 in Pasco County was killed Friday night after being struck by an SUV, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. 

Curtis Reeves found not guilty of second-degree murder, aggravated battery

After nine days of testimony nearly nine hours of closing arguments Friday in the trial of Curtis Reeves, the jury has reached a verdict.

ROTC students retire American flag, clean headstones at Zephyrhills cemetery

Zephyrhills High School ROTC carried out ‘Project Patriotism’ at Oakside Cemetery Friday, which included the ceremonial burning of the flag.

Pasco deputies arrest substitute teacher accused of molesting 2 girls at elementary school

Deputies said the suspect was working as a substitute teacher at James Marlowe Elementary during PE when he grabbed and molested both of the girls, ages 10 and 11. When one of the victims pulled away, he said, "Come back here, baby girl." Another girl said he had tried to give her a hug, but she was able to get away before he could touch her.

Curtis Reeves' wife testifies in movie theater shooting trial

The prosecution in the Curtis Reeves trial rested its case last week and the defense began calling witnesses. They surprised the courtroom Monday by calling the defendant's wife, Vivian.