Students pack 20,000 meals to send to hospital in Haiti
On Friday, students at Richard O. Jacobson Technical High School packed 20,000 dry meals to send to a hospital in Haiti.
Florida man executed for killing his former manager at a convenience store
A man convicted of raping and fatally beating his former manager at a Florida convenience store in 1988 was put to death Thursday evening in the state’s record 17th execution this year.
Trump administration proposes plan to open oil drilling off Florida’s Gulf coast
The Trump administration has been making moves to open up oil and gas drilling to create jobs and increase energy security.
Ybor City shows resiliency after two tragic weekends with tree lighting
Ybor City held its 15th annual tree lighting in Centro Ybor on Thursday night. This celebration came in the face of two back-to-back tragedies.
Quiet Crisis: Tampa Bay's foster children lacking legal representation
Advocates say a silent crisis is unfolding as many foster children find themselves without legal representation, leaving them vulnerable and often overlooked. Florida is one of 13 states that does not guarantee an attorney for foster children, a situation that advocates argue leaves some of the most vulnerable children voiceless and at risk of falling through the cracks.
Record-breaking year for sea turtle nests on Sarasota beaches, disorientations hit all-time high
Mote Marine Laboratory said it's a record year for sea turtle hatchlings, and they've been keeping track for 43 years.
Teens arrested after gun found in backpack during burglary investigation at Plant City High School: HCSO
Two students were arrested after Hillsborough County deputies investigated reports that a loaded gun was stolen in the parking lot at Plant City High School Wednesday.
Candidate Paul Renner pitches property tax freeze as GOP governor race heats up
The governor's race is heating up, and property taxes are at the heart of it.
New ordinance aims to curb reckless biking on Tampa's busy trails
Tampa City Council is addressing a growing concern of reckless bicyclists along some of the city's most popular trails.
Bucs give back building homes through Habitat for Humanity
The Buccaneers love playing at home, and Tampa Bay area fans Raul and Dionne Johnson love watching their team at home on their televisions.
Thanksgiving travel at Tampa International Airport and St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport
Holiday travel is officially underway in Tampa Bay, and both major airports are preparing for busy crowds as Thanksgiving approaches.
Talbot House proposes new site on E. Memorial Blvd., still draws opposition from residents, business owners
Talbot House proposes new site on E. Memorial Blvd., still draws opposition from residents, business owners.
Plans to auction Big Storm Brewing approved to recover money for alleged victims of Leo Govoni
Big Storm Brewing will soon be under new ownership after a federal judge approved plans to sell the company at auction, marking the latest effort to repay the alleged victims of Leo Govoni.
Local artist uses unique material to create vibrant pieces
When people see his artwork, Vincent Ricottilli loves their reaction when learning about the common material used, duct tape.
Florida man walking ‘buck naked’ in 36-degree weather claims he was doing a TikTok challenge: Grady Judd
A Florida man claiming to be taking part in a TikTok challenge was arrested after he was caught on camera walking ‘buck-naked’ down a Polk County street, according to the sheriff’s office.
Bayshore High School assistant football coach accused of soliciting another student for sex
Just hours after bonding out of jail, a high school football coach in Manatee County is facing another charge for soliciting a juvenile for sex.
Florida woman accused of attacking estranged daughter stabbed by 8-year-old girl protecting her mom: CCSO
An 8-year-old girl reportedly stabbed her grandmother with a kitchen knife to stop the woman from attacking her mother, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
Gov. DeSantis talks at Florida Rural Economic Development Summit 2025
Gov. Ron DeSantis touted his administration’s rural investments and warned about the risks posed by artificial intelligence during a speech at the Florida Rural Economic Development Summit.
Snowcat Ridge reopens for the season, bringing a taste of winter to Florida
Snowcat Ridge, touted as Florida’s only alpine snow park, is reopening for the season this weekend in Dade City.
Tampa City Council considering ways to regulate bicycles on paths like Riverwalk saying it’s a safety issue
Tampa’s City Council is looking at ways to make city paths safer by regulating bicycles.