Historic Anna Maria Island cottage makes its way to new location

Traffic on Anna Maria Island was a bit backed up Wednesday morning, not because of tourists, but because of a house.

Jonathan Rinderknecht: What we know about man accused of starting deadly Palisades Fire

A Florida man has been arrested in connection to the deadly Palisades Fire that broke out on New Year's Day in Los Angeles, California, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Here's everything we know about the suspect, 29-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht.

Palisades Fire arrest: Man arrested in Florida, charged with starting deadly LA wildfire

A Florida man has been arrested, accused of starting what became the deadly and destructive "Palisades Fire" on Jan. 1, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. The Palisades Fire killed 12 people, burned more than 23,000 acres, and destroyed more than 6,000 structures.

Tampa police share latest after in-custody suspect struck by vehicle dies

Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw shared more information Wednesday afternoon after a man accused of trying to get away from Tampa police was hit and killed by a vehicle after being tased Tuesday evening in downtown.

Roosevelt Elementary and Sidewalk Stompers celebrate Walk to School Day

The sidewalks outside Roosevelt Elementary in South Tampa were filled with students, parents, and community leaders as the school celebrated National Walk to School Day.

Florida man with thermos inserted in body caught sneaking it into Polk County Jail: ‘Put it up the exit ramp'

A Florida man who is no stranger to the law wound up back in jail and the subject of one of Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd’s most unusual "Morning Briefings" due to how he tried to smuggle a thermos inside the jail.

4, including child, taken to hospital after car crashes into Holiday home

Four people, including one child, were taken to the hospital Tuesday evening after a car crashed into a home in the 3000 block of Bahia Avenue in Holiday, according to Pasco County Fire Rescue. 

Honor Walk hosted for Hillsborough County Navy veteran killed in motorcycle crash

Over the weekend, Navy veteran Randy Berry and his wife Dawn joined hundreds of riders for a "Love Surrounds You — Ride It Out of the Darkness" rally, supporting suicide and mental health awareness. 

One detained at Dade City home after deputies hear gunfire inside

One person was detained at a Dade City home after deputies said they heard gunfire coming from inside Tuesday evening, according to the Pasco Sheriff's Office. 

Winter Haven home significantly damaged after kitchen fire

A Winter Haven home was significantly damaged after a kitchen fire sparked Tuesday afternoon, according to firefighters. 

City of Mulberry seeks $40M grant to protect against wastewater plant flooding

The city of Mulberry is applying for a multi-million-dollar grant that would mitigate the risk of flooding at its wastewater plant and prevent a potential environmental disaster.

Restoring the Manatee River one Oyster Rag Pot at a time

Oyster River Ecology is working to restore a 10-acre area of the Manatee River East of I-75 with Oyster Rag Pots.

Last-minute deal between BayCare, Florida Blue allows 200K to keep doctors – but not everyone is included

A last-minute agreement between BayCare Health System and Florida Blue Insurance brought relief to hundreds of thousands of patients across the Tampa Bay area, but not everyone is included.