Wauchula homicide suspect behind bars after 18-year-old found dead in home: Police
A man was arrested for second-degree murder in Wauchula after officers said an 18-year-old was killed Wednesday morning.
A man was arrested for second-degree murder in Wauchula after officers said an 18-year-old was killed Wednesday morning.
Activists make last push to stop development near historic Marti-Colon Cemetery over unmarked grave concerns
Neighborhood activists say time is running out to stop development on a grassy lot adjacent to a West Tampa historic cemetery, fearing unmarked graves are underground.
Neighborhood activists say time is running out to stop development on a grassy lot adjacent to a West Tampa historic cemetery, fearing unmarked graves are underground.
Family-owned Brannen Bank turns 100 by keeping it personal
In a world filled with national banks and digital apps, Brannen Bank in Inverness is proof that personal service still matters.
In a world filled with national banks and digital apps, Brannen Bank in Inverness is proof that personal service still matters.
Lake Wales streetscape projects aim to connect neighborhoods to downtown
More streetscape projects are on the way in Lake Wales to attract more people and business downtown.
More streetscape projects are on the way in Lake Wales to attract more people and business downtown.
Florida law to require EKG screenings for high school athletes: Here's when it goes into effect
Doctors in Tampa Bay are emphasizing the importance of pediatric heart health, as a new Florida law aims to help prevent sudden cardiac arrests.
Doctors in Tampa Bay are emphasizing the importance of pediatric heart health, as a new Florida law aims to help prevent sudden cardiac arrests.
Tampa honors its ‘Rosa Parks’ who fought for her seat 36 years before Civil Rights Movement
Long before the Montgomery bus boycott made Rosa Parks a household name, a 23-year-old laundress in Tampa named Hattie Wright staged her own act of defiance on a streetcar—a move that would eventually lead her to the Florida Supreme Court.
Long before the Montgomery bus boycott made Rosa Parks a household name, a 23-year-old laundress in Tampa named Hattie Wright staged her own act of defiance on a streetcar—a move that would eventually lead her to the Florida Supreme Court.
St. Pete-Clearwater Airport ranked 2nd most affordable in U.S.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) has earned the No. 2 spot for the lowest round-trip domestic airfare in the country, according to recent Kayak data.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) has earned the No. 2 spot for the lowest round-trip domestic airfare in the country, according to recent Kayak data.
‘Day Dreams’ exhibit depicts dreams at Morean Art Center in St. Pete
The ‘Day Dreams’ exhibition at the Morean Arts Center depicts dreams in artwork.
The ‘Day Dreams’ exhibition at the Morean Arts Center depicts dreams in artwork.
Denise Amber Lee’s husband continues legacy with convicted killer’s death set for next month
A stranger abducted Denise Amber Lee from her North Port home and murdered the young mother of two 18 years ago. Her death exposed tragic cracks in the 911 system and sparked her husband's life-long mission to make sure no other family suffered the same fate.
A stranger abducted Denise Amber Lee from her North Port home and murdered the young mother of two 18 years ago. Her death exposed tragic cracks in the 911 system and sparked her husband's life-long mission to make sure no other family suffered the same fate.
St. Pete men arrested in shooting that injured 18-year-old at apartment complex: Police
Two men have been arrested in connection with the shooting of an 18-year-old earlier this month at a St. Petersburg apartment complex, according to officers.
Two men have been arrested in connection with the shooting of an 18-year-old earlier this month at a St. Petersburg apartment complex, according to officers.
Tampa shooting suspect accused of killing unarmed man following fight at a cookout: Police
Tampa police have arrested a suspect they say shot and killed a man on Sunday.
Tampa police have arrested a suspect they say shot and killed a man on Sunday.
Bradenton’s IMG Academy fined $1.7M for taking tuition from Mexican drug cartel associates
IMG Academy, the world-renowned sports boarding school in Bradenton, has agreed to pay a $1.72 million fine after federal investigators discovered the school spent years taking tuition money from individuals linked to a Mexican drug cartel.
IMG Academy, the world-renowned sports boarding school in Bradenton, has agreed to pay a $1.72 million fine after federal investigators discovered the school spent years taking tuition money from individuals linked to a Mexican drug cartel.
Sarasota man killed on I-75 after stepping in front of semi-truck: FHP
A 64-year-old Sarasota man is dead after stepping into the path of a semi-truck on Interstate 75 Wednesday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 64-year-old Sarasota man is dead after stepping into the path of a semi-truck on Interstate 75 Wednesday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Man accused of stealing wallets, purses and gun in Polk County car burglary spree: PCSO
The Polk County Sheriff's Office says a 23-year-old man is facing a slew of charges in connection with a series of vehicle burglaries in Polk County.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office says a 23-year-old man is facing a slew of charges in connection with a series of vehicle burglaries in Polk County.
St. Pete mayor highlights redeveloping historic Gas Plant District in State of City address
St. Pete Mayor Ken Welch delivered his 2026 State of the City address on Wednesday morning.
St. Pete Mayor Ken Welch delivered his 2026 State of the City address on Wednesday morning.
Clock ticking for Florida lawmakers to strike deal on property tax changes
The push by the governor to eliminate property taxes in Florida is still being debated, but lawmakers are beginning to run out of time to reach an agreement before the end of the session.
The push by the governor to eliminate property taxes in Florida is still being debated, but lawmakers are beginning to run out of time to reach an agreement before the end of the session.
'Tasty Tampa Bay' returns to Clearwater with 100+ vendors, foodie contests and waterfront views
Tasty Tampa Bay returns to Coachman Park on Saturday, February 21, serving up bites from more than 100 local vendors and food trucks from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Tasty Tampa Bay returns to Coachman Park on Saturday, February 21, serving up bites from more than 100 local vendors and food trucks from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sarasota crash: 1 dead after car hits tree, catches fire: FHP
Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash that shut down a major roadway in Sarasota early on Wednesday morning.
Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash that shut down a major roadway in Sarasota early on Wednesday morning.
Pinellas Park seniors left stranded in apartment building after elevator outage
Several seniors at a Pinellas Park apartment complex have been unable to leave their homes after the building’s elevator broke down nearly three weeks ago.
Several seniors at a Pinellas Park apartment complex have been unable to leave their homes after the building’s elevator broke down nearly three weeks ago.
Genetic genealogy technology to be used in Nancy Guthrie case has helped solve Tampa Bay area cases
Investigative genetic genealogy, which is a relatively new forensic tool, is now being considered in the search for answers in the Nancy Guthrie case.
Investigative genetic genealogy, which is a relatively new forensic tool, is now being considered in the search for answers in the Nancy Guthrie case.



















