Bay Area STEM program helps disadvantaged teens take dreams to new heights
Infinity AeroClub is a non-profit organization that exposes underprivileged teens to careers in aviation.
Hurricane Ida dogs arrive in Bay Area, ready for adoption
A group of four-legged Hurricane Ida evacuees from Mississippi has arrived in Tampa Bay, and they’re looking for a fur-ever home.
Car crashes into Wells Fargo bank in New Port Richey
Authorities in Pasco County are investigating after a vehicle crashed into a bank.
PFR: Child seriously injured after falling from boat near Anclote Island
A child suffered serious injuries after falling from a boat, according to Pasco Fire Rescue.
Businesses evacuated after hazardous materials catch fire in Holiday
Pasco County Fire Rescue crews are working to put out a hazmat fire in the 4000 block of Lois Ave. in Holiday.
Pasco County officials: Do not call 911 unless it's life-or-death
Pasco County emergency responders have reached the point where they have to triage for life-and-death emergencies.
Toddler flown to hospital after near-drowning in Zephyrhills
According to Pasco Fire Rescue, the 3-year-old fell into a pool along Otis Allen Road in Zephyrhills and was underwater for an unknown length of time.
BayCare pauses all elective surgeries in Pinellas, Pasco and Polk as COVID-19 cases increase
BayCare will pause elective surgeries and procedures at all of its hospitals in Pinellas, Pasco and Polk counties to reserve resources for severely ill patients and their immediate needs as cases of COVID-19 rise.
Red-light runner blamed for Dade City crash that injured 6
Troopers say an elderly driver ran a red light in Dade City, causing a crash that injured several people.
Pasco County superintendent wants school year to be as normal as possible for students' wellbeing
Over in Pasco County, school leaders are ready for the new semester, but as COVID cases rise and masks mandates are banned, the superintendent explains how they will work around the obstacles to ensure a safe school year.
Pasco deputies share warning after using Narcan on man overdosing on fentanyl
The Pasco County Sheriff's Office released body camera video to show the reality of drug abuse and the effect fentanyl can have on the body. Narcan was used recently to help one person who was overdosing, they said. "You know your drug dealers are trying to kill you, right?"
Pasco County deputies investigating deadly stabbing
One person is dead following a weekend stabbing in Hudson.
FHP: Pedestrian hit, killed on US 301
A 30-year-old man from Zephyrhills was killed Friday night on US 301 in Pasco County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Crash injures 3 adults, 1 child, closes portion of I-75 in Pasco County
A portion of northbound I-75 closed Friday evening in Pasco County following a vehicle crash.
Pasco County deputy siblings serve community and country
Pasco County Deputies Victoria Tellier and Luke Makovic are more than coworkers – they are family.
Inmate captured after escaping Department of Corrections work camp in Tarpon Springs
An escaped felon who fled from a Florida Department of Corrections Work Camp in Tarpon Springs Monday morning has been captured, according to officials in Pasco County.
Pasco Sheriff's Office sends letters to residents with criminal histories
The Pasco County Sheriff's Office is sending letters to people with criminal histories offering help to get on a better path -- but it's a practice critics are calling unwarranted harassment. The letter begins, “We are pleased to inform you that you have been selected to participate in a Prolific Offender Program."
Car crashes into Pasco home for second time in less than a year, injures dog
A Pasco County homeowner is fed up after a car crashed into her home Sunday afternoon. It's the second time a car has crashed into her house in less than a year. She says it sent her dog into shock.
Wesley Chapel ice rink is largest in Southeast and welcomes skaters of all skill sets
AdventHealth Center Ice in Wesley Chapel is a pretty cool spot.
Florida overdose deaths spike 37% during pandemic, CDC data shows
In Florida, preliminary data from the CDC shows the death toll was up about 37% from 2019. The alarming trend is being driven by an increase of the synthetic opioid fentanyl on the streets, and the coronavirus pandemic's impact on substance abuse and addiction. Not everyone received the support they needed.