Highway officials consider proposed 13-mile widening project on US 301

The proposed expansion would make US 301 a four-lane roadway on the 13-mile stretch between Fowler Avenue and SR 56, FDOT confirmed.

Pasco County deputies warn of new synthetic drug more potent than fentanyl

The new synthetic drug can also show up in a field test as fentanyl, but it's proven to be 20 times more potent, law enforcement officials said.

MacKenzie Scott's $436 million donation to Habitat for Humanity includes nearly $20 million for Tampa Bay area

MacKenzie Scott has donated $436 million to Habitat for Humanity International and 84 of its affiliates, including nearly $20 million for two Habitat organizations in the Tampa Bay area who plan to use the money to address the affordable housing crisis in Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco counties. It's the billionaire philanthropist's largest donation since she pledged to give away the majority of her wealth.

Gov. DeSantis signs bill requiring financial literacy course as graduation requirement

Gov. DeSantis signed a bill unanimously passed by lawmakers, which will require high school students in Florida to take a financial literacy class in order to graduate. The course will include lessons on credit scores, managing credit card debt, types of bank accounts to open, and how to file your taxes.

New Port Richey parents arrested after 14-month-old overdoses from their drugs, police say

Police in New Port Richey arrested the parents of a 14-month-old boy who died in his crib after an autopsy showed the child's death was caused by "multi-drug toxicity" with both meth and fentanyl being found in his system.

3 missing boaters located off New Port Richey coast

The US Coast Guard said three people reported missing off the coast of New Port Richey were found.

Solo skydiver dies after 'hard landing' in Zephyrhills

A skydiver died Thursday after a ‘hard landing’ at Skydive City in Zephyrhills, according to police. 

Twin sisters use Dade City quilt shop to raise more than $100,000 for Ukrainian refugees

Two tons of meat, stacks of noodles, canned food, underwear and more are just some of the supplies helping Ukrainian refugees on the ground, with the help of twin sisters who own a quilt shop in Dade City.

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.