Can tarantula venom cure anxiety? Tampa teen's AI research wins Florida Invention Convention
For most people, a tarantula is a source of pure anxiety. But for King High School graduating senior Daniel Park, the venomous spider might actually hold the cure.
For most people, a tarantula is a source of pure anxiety. But for King High School graduating senior Daniel Park, the venomous spider might actually hold the cure.
Florida drug-related deaths declined sharply in 2025, FDLE says
State leaders announced new data showing an overall decline in drug-related deaths across Florida.
State leaders announced new data showing an overall decline in drug-related deaths across Florida.
Florida authorities seize over 250 illegal gambling machines, $120K in Operation Silent Spin
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office announced the dismantling of three illegal gambling arcades last week in partnership with the Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) and Homeland Security Investigations.
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office announced the dismantling of three illegal gambling arcades last week in partnership with the Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) and Homeland Security Investigations.
Theft ring responsible for over $12 million in stolen items dismantled in Operation D-Fence: HCSO
A massive, organized retail theft ring that was responsible for moving millions of dollars in stolen goods has been dismantled following a joint operation.
A massive, organized retail theft ring that was responsible for moving millions of dollars in stolen goods has been dismantled following a joint operation.
Pope names Franciscan priest to lead Diocese of Venice as Bishop Dewane announces retirement
The Diocese of Venice is preparing for a change in leadership as Bishop Frank Dewane announces his retirement after 20 years of service.
The Diocese of Venice is preparing for a change in leadership as Bishop Frank Dewane announces his retirement after 20 years of service.
Pasco Sheriff Chris Nocco announces November resignation after 15 years, plans to seek another office
Chris Nocco announced he will resign as Pasco County sheriff in November after 15 years at the helm, as he prepares to seek another elected office.
Chris Nocco announced he will resign as Pasco County sheriff in November after 15 years at the helm, as he prepares to seek another elected office.
Largo hospital employee accused of sexually battering 2 vulnerable patients
A former Largo hospital employee is facing charges after police say he sexually battered two patients while he worked at the facility.
A former Largo hospital employee is facing charges after police say he sexually battered two patients while he worked at the facility.
Florida temporarily bans sloth imports after 55 Sloth World sloth deaths
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said an executive order is being drafted to temporarily ban the import of sloths to Florida, following the deaths of more than 50 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando.
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said an executive order is being drafted to temporarily ban the import of sloths to Florida, following the deaths of more than 50 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando.
Tampa International Airport awarded nearly $11M federal grant for runway, taxiway upgrades
Tampa International Airport is receiving nearly $11 million in federal funding to help modernize airfield infrastructure, according to an announcement from U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor.
Tampa International Airport is receiving nearly $11 million in federal funding to help modernize airfield infrastructure, according to an announcement from U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor.
Florida homeowner spots gator near her fence, deputies 'arrest' reptile: 'See ya later, alligator'
Lake County sheriff’s deputies captured an alligator last month after the reptile was spotted wandering near a residence and a local school bus stop.
Lake County sheriff’s deputies captured an alligator last month after the reptile was spotted wandering near a residence and a local school bus stop.
Tampa man accused of killing family Chihuahua while intoxicated
A Tampa man is facing charges after police say he killed his family’s 4-pound dog earlier this month.
A Tampa man is facing charges after police say he killed his family’s 4-pound dog earlier this month.
Missing Florida baby and teen safely located after statewide alert
A missing Florida baby and teenager have been safely located in North Carolina after a statewide Missing Child Alert was activated. No other details were released.
A missing Florida baby and teenager have been safely located in North Carolina after a statewide Missing Child Alert was activated. No other details were released.
Cat’s out of the bag: Record blue catfish makes Florida history
This cat's out of the bag and into the record books.
This cat's out of the bag and into the record books.
St. Petersburg police seek men after 'brutal attack'
Police in St. Petersburg are asking for help identifying three men following a brutal attack early Sunday morning.
Police in St. Petersburg are asking for help identifying three men following a brutal attack early Sunday morning.
St. Pete ‘drug house’ owner arrested after being shot during botched robbery: Police
The owner of a ‘drug house’ in St. Petersburg has been arrested nearly a month after being shot during a botched robbery that claimed the life of one of the robbery suspects and landed a second in jail, according to police.
The owner of a ‘drug house’ in St. Petersburg has been arrested nearly a month after being shot during a botched robbery that claimed the life of one of the robbery suspects and landed a second in jail, according to police.
'Alligator Alcatraz,' Florida's controversial immigrant detention center, to close: reports
Florida has spent over $1 million a day to run its "Alligator Alcatraz" immigrant detention center in the Everglades. It's still waiting on $608 million in reimbursement from the U.S. government.
Florida has spent over $1 million a day to run its "Alligator Alcatraz" immigrant detention center in the Everglades. It's still waiting on $608 million in reimbursement from the U.S. government.
Tampa delays controversial street redesign after neighborhood uproar
People in South Tampa will get a chance to weigh in Wednesday on a plan to redesign El Prado Boulevard, a project that’s sparked a growing debate in the neighborhood.
People in South Tampa will get a chance to weigh in Wednesday on a plan to redesign El Prado Boulevard, a project that’s sparked a growing debate in the neighborhood.
Historic Palmetto cemetery vandalized with graffiti, 17 graves damaged: 'It's evil, it hurts really bad'
A historic cemetery in Palmetto is now at the center of a disturbing vandalism investigation after families discovered damaged graves and graffiti across the property.
A historic cemetery in Palmetto is now at the center of a disturbing vandalism investigation after families discovered damaged graves and graffiti across the property.
Men in recovery support each other after losing everything in fire at Valrico sober living home
A fire at a Valrico sober living home has displaced about a dozen men who were working to rebuild their lives through recovery.
A fire at a Valrico sober living home has displaced about a dozen men who were working to rebuild their lives through recovery.
Family of Largo Navy veteran killed in motorcycle crash urge drivers to ‘look twice’
As orange ribbons mark National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month this May, the family of Sean Jennings Jr. is honoring his memory with a message they hope could save lives.
As orange ribbons mark National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month this May, the family of Sean Jennings Jr. is honoring his memory with a message they hope could save lives.