St. Pete food pantry expands due to demand

Love Thy Neighbor’s founder says the food pantry and thrift shop serve about 2,000 every two weeks.

NTSB investigating plane crash in Florida peanut field

The Levy County Sheriff's Office says there were three people on board when the plane crashed, and investigators say they haven't found any survivors.

Hillsborough ranks first in Florida for high number of books banned, district pushes back

Hillsborough County Public Schools is disputing a new national report that claims the district has pulled more books from school libraries than any other in Florida, saying the true number of removed titles is far lower.

Sneak peek: Mote Sea Aquarium opening Wednesday

Mote SEA, located off I-75 at University Parkway, opens its doors to the public on Wednesday. The aquarium's goal is to provide STEM education for students while leaving visitors with a great appreciation of marine environments.

Kevin Rodriguez Zavala's family: We want better safety standards, not to tear down Universal, Stardust Racers

Attorney Ben Crump and the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the 32-year-old man who died after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe, accused Universal Orlando on Monday of putting "profits over people" by reopening the ride weeks after Zavala's death.

Pinellas Park man killed in officer-involved shooting: PCSO

A Pinellas Park man is dead after an officer-involved shooting at a home on the 4300 block of 82nd Ave. N.

New trash pickup schedule begins in unincorporated Manatee County

A big change is rolling out for homeowners in unincorporated Manatee County — and it all starts Monday, October 6.

'Alligator Alcatraz': Florida immigration detention center approved for $608 million reimbursement

The State of Florida has been approved for a $608 million reimbursement from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for its “Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention center.

Teen’s death sparks pedestrian safety changes

Family and friends of a teenager who was killed a decade ago gathered to honor her on Sunday night and celebrate the progress that's been made when it comes to pedestrian safety over the last 10 years. 

‘Taste of the Beaches’ returns after one-year hiatus celebrating resilience

Next week marks one year since Hurricane Milton tore through the coastline, just days after residents were already reeling from Hurricane Helene. Dozens of businesses were damaged or forced to shut their doors.