Florida Agriculture Commissioner urges caution as a risky fire season looms
The Florida Commissioner of Agriculture stopped in Valrico on Friday to urge caution when it comes to the upcoming fire season.
Man arrested in deadly shooting at Thonotosassa RV park: HCSO
A man was arrested in connection with a shooting that left one person dead in Thonotosassa, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
St. Pete man faces 21 counts of child pornography, deputies say
A St. Petersburg man was arrested on multiple child pornography charges, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office.
Man arrested after shooting during 'puffing party' at Polk City home: PCSO
A man is facing several charges after he shot a person during an altercation at a Polk City home early Tuesday morning, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Church-owned land could become affordable housing under new St. Pete ordinance
The City of St. Petersburg is turning to a partner in its push to address the affordable housing crisis: houses of worship.
Florida woman in Santa hat caught on camera stealing toys from donation box: MCSO
A Florida woman who may have been trying to look like Santa Claus in a red hat with a white pompom acted more like the Grinch when deputies said she stole toys intended for a needy family.
Duke Energy customers shocked by unexpected deposit fees added to electric bills: ‘It’s crazy’
Some Duke Energy customers across the Bay Area say they’re doing a double-take after opening their electric bills this month and finding unexpected deposits added on top of what they already owe.
Search continues for missing Largo man with dementia
Friends, family members and Largo police are still searching for a Largo man with dementia who disappeared one week ago.
Sarasota police warn residents about banking scheme that involves rideshare drivers
Sarasota police want to warn residents about a scam involving a bank and rideshare drivers. Investigators say someone withdraws a large amount of cash from a bank, then hands it over to a rideshare driver at the recommendation of the scammer.
Tampa native Brandon Cleveland returns to home for final game in Gasparilla Bowl
There will be only one player who participates in the 2025 edition of the Gasparilla Bowl between NC State and Memphis with Tampa ties.
Tunnel to Towers expands their 'Let Us Do Good Village' with new amenity center
Since 2001, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation has helped thousands of military, veterans, Gold Star, first responder families and families of our fallen heroes. The "Let Us Do Good Village" is a first-of-its-kind community that has now opened a new state-of-the-art amenity center.
Water Street Tampa expanding with new entertainment district in downtown
Soon, Tampa will have a new spot to see concerts. The parking lot across the street from Benchmark International Arena will become a small concert venue that will allow new artists to have a sell-out show in Tampa.
Florida death row inmate Steven Lorenzo seeking death penalty ruled competent by judge
A Tampa judge agreed Thursday that death row inmate Steven Lorenzo is mentally competent to fire his appeals lawyers and give up all remaining legal challenges.
Florida man convicted of killing 2 during home invasion executed, marking 19th for state in 2025
A man convicted of fatally shooting a man and woman during a home invasion robbery and later confessing to three other killings was executed Thursday evening.
$13.5M approved for St. Armands Circle Resiliency Project aimed at targeting stormwater infrastructure
A newly funded project is targeting stormwater infrastructure in St. Armands Circle.
Dazzling displays hope to draw visitors to historic Old Lutz School
Magical scenes of LEGO, model trains and nativity sets are among the holiday displays inside the historic Old Lutz School each year.
Ex-US soldier gets consecutive life sentences for killing couple to fund Venezuela mercenary fighting plans
A former U.S. soldier who fought in Ukraine was sentenced to two life terms for killing a Florida couple during a robbery intended to fund his travel to Venezuela to fight the government of Nicolás Maduro, the Justice Department said Tuesday.
Citrus County woman accused of shooting and killing 2 ex-husbands: ‘This is bizarre’
A Citrus County woman has been arrested after men in Bradenton and Tampa were found shot to death on Wednesday.
Tampa leaders strike down proposal to curb dangerous biking on Riverwalk, Bayshore
After more than an hour-long discussion with comments from nearly a dozen people, Tampa City Council members struck down a proposed ordinance that would have imposed restrictions on motorized and non-motorized vehicles on the Riverwalk and Bayshore Blvd.
St. Pete man arrested in deadly pedestrian hit-and-run crash on Gandy Boulevard: FHP
A St. Petersburg man is behind bars after troopers say he left the scene of a crash that killed a pedestrian on Gandy Boulevard Wednesday afternoon.