Sarasota City Commission rejects mediation deal for controversial 1260 North Palm high-rise plan

A development battle three years in the making was back before the Sarasota City Commission as downtown residents continued their fight against a proposal to build one of the tallest structures ever planned for the city.

Lakeland mobile home fire leaves 1 dead, 2 dogs killed: LFD

One adult and two dogs are dead following a mobile home fire in Lakeland Monday afternoon, according to fire officials.

Lightning strike likely sparked massive fire that destroyed USF St. Pete marine science lab, officials say

University of South Florida officials now believe a lightning strike sparked the massive fire that tore through the marine science lab on the St. Petersburg campus, as concerns grow over the loss of decades of research and critical equipment.

Pinellas rebuilding after 2024 hurricane season
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Nearly two years after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Bay Area residents are still recovering. One Pinellas family had their home repaired through the county's People First Hurricane Recovery Program. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy reports.

Davenport man accused of abusing multiple children, beating 5-year-old 'for being gay': PCSO

A Davenport man is facing a life felony charge after deputies say he violently abused multiple children, including a 5-year-old boy, who he specifically targeted "for being gay."

Spirit Airlines collapse could drive up airfare across the U.S.

The abrupt shutdown of Spirit Airlines has left tens of thousands of passengers scrambling to rebook flights, but the ripple effects stretch far beyond those immediate disruptions.

Hurricane Preparedness Week: One in four Floridians are unprepared as experts urge for insurance reviews

Did you know one in four Floridians are not prepared for hurricane season? That’s pretty alarming, and AAA says there’s no better time to prepare than this week, Hurricane Preparedness Week.  

From the Air Force to the classroom: One Tampa veteran’s next mission

Teacher Appreciation Week and Military Appreciation Month intersect at Thomas Jefferson High School, where government teacher Donald Hills continues his commitment to service after a 20-year Air Force career.

Gas prices in Florida surge 40 cents, new 4-year high: AAA

According to AAA, a 13% increase in crude oil prices and a 46-cent gain in gasoline futures triggered the latest round of rising prices.

Bradenton family deals with the aftermath of a fatal hit-and-run crash

Vicki Noon was killed in a hit-and-run crash Friday afternoon while she was getting the mail in front of her home on a residential street in Bradenton.

Investigators seize 5 pounds of cocaine, $40K and more in narcotics bust: HCSO

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said two people are behind bars after a two-month-long narcotics investigation into members of the Vice Lords gang.

USF Marine Laboratory devastated by two-alarm blaze

The University of South Florida St. Petersburg Marine Science Laboratory caught fire Saturday evening. The building is likely a total loss, according to St. Petersburg Fire District Chief Michael Lewis.

Crews battle fire at building on USF St. Pete campus

Crews were battling a fire near the University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus Saturday afternoon.