Lakeland, Sarasota, and Tampa rank in Top 30 'U.S. Allergy Capitals'

Three Tampa Bay cities were just named in the nation’s top Allergy Capitals for 2026 by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). 

I-4 blast off? FHP stops ‘Rocket Man’ hauling fake missiles in Plant City

Florida may be known for rocket launches at Cape Canaveral but a driver hauling ‘missiles’ along I-4 on Sunday caused quite a ruckus on the busy interstate.

Man hit, killed in Sarasota while pushing bicycle across street: FHP

A man in Sarasota was hit and killed on Sunday night while trying to cross the street, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Tampa men accused of stealing rare Pokémon card worth over $1K: HCSO

A pair of Tampa men have been arrested in connection with the theft of a rare Pokémon card valued at more than $1,000, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

Tampa Bay Performing Arts Academy expands student programs with new 125-seat theater

Tampa Bay Performing Arts Academy has moved into a new, larger facility with a 125-seat theater, classrooms and updated technology to expand its student programs.

USF's Bryan Hodgson named Providence head coach

University of South Florida men’s basketball head coach Bryan Hodgson is leaving the program after one season to take over as the new head coach at Providence College, according to an announcement from USF Vice President of Athletics Rob Higgins on Sunday.

St. Pete suspicious house fire leaves teen dead, 2 others hospitalized: SPFR

A house fire in the Coquina Key area early Sunday morning has left one teenager dead and two others injured, according to St. Petersburg Fire Rescue.

Man shot, killed near I-4 and Plant City: HCSO

Detectives are investigating after a man was shot and killed near Interstate 4 and Plant City early Sunday morning, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.