'We need to spread the wealth': Long-time Rebuilding Together CEO talks work ethic as an immigrant
Jose Garcia got his start leading non-profits as a young immigrant from Venezuela in the 1980s. Now, he's using that work ethic he learned from his heritage to help our community as the CEO of Rebuilding Together Greater Florida.
Jose Garcia got his start leading non-profits as a young immigrant from Venezuela in the 1980s. Now, he's using that work ethic he learned from his heritage to help our community as the CEO of Rebuilding Together Greater Florida.
Amazon launches 'Prime Air' delivery center in Ruskin
The drone delivery service will have the capability to deliver orders to certain residential addresses in Tampa Bay.
The drone delivery service will have the capability to deliver orders to certain residential addresses in Tampa Bay.
Keith O’Connor has longstanding ties with suspect whose arrest sparked FDLE investigation
Keith O'Connor, Tampa's code enforcement director and the husband of former Tampa Police Chief Mary O'Connor, has a long history with the employee whose criminal charges sparked an investigation by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
Keith O'Connor, Tampa's code enforcement director and the husband of former Tampa Police Chief Mary O'Connor, has a long history with the employee whose criminal charges sparked an investigation by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
Retired Polk County deputy accused of fleeing from deputies with unrestrained child in front seat of car
A retired Polk County Sheriff's Office deputy was arrested over the weekend after fleeing from deputies with an unrestrained child in the front seat of his car, according to officials.
A retired Polk County Sheriff's Office deputy was arrested over the weekend after fleeing from deputies with an unrestrained child in the front seat of his car, according to officials.
HCSO detention deputy accused of DUI in Manatee County
A detention deputy with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has been arrested in Manatee County, accused of driving under the influence.
A detention deputy with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has been arrested in Manatee County, accused of driving under the influence.
1994 Florida cold case cracked: Pregnant 20-year-old's accused killer arrested
A Florida man has been arrested in the 1994 cold case murder of a 20-year-old pregnant woman who was stabbed to death in her apartment, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO).
A Florida man has been arrested in the 1994 cold case murder of a 20-year-old pregnant woman who was stabbed to death in her apartment, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO).
Suspicious device investigation closes portion of Ulmerton Road in Largo
Drivers who travel on Ulmerton Road are being asked to find alternative routes as police investigate a suspicious device.
Drivers who travel on Ulmerton Road are being asked to find alternative routes as police investigate a suspicious device.
Winter Haven teens accused of stealing SUV, attempting to escape arrest
A few teens were arrested for stealing an SUV and attempting to evade deputies in Winter Haven over the weekend, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
A few teens were arrested for stealing an SUV and attempting to evade deputies in Winter Haven over the weekend, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
New Food Pantry Opens in Southern Hillsborough to Fight Hunger
Feeding Tampa Bay estimates over 144,000 Hillsborough County residents don’t know where their next meal is coming from, with children and seniors hit especially hard.
Feeding Tampa Bay estimates over 144,000 Hillsborough County residents don’t know where their next meal is coming from, with children and seniors hit especially hard.
Gov. Ron DeSantis champions Florida's public education, universities
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to host a press conference Monday morning at the University of Florida (UF) in Gainesville.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to host a press conference Monday morning at the University of Florida (UF) in Gainesville.
Remembering Lt. Col. George Hardy: Tuskegee Airman, Trailblazer, and American Hero
Lt. Col. George Hardy, a trailblazer who soared into history as one of the youngest Tuskegee Airmen, has passed away in Sarasota at the age of 100.
Lt. Col. George Hardy, a trailblazer who soared into history as one of the youngest Tuskegee Airmen, has passed away in Sarasota at the age of 100.
Emergency response drone service expands in Manatee County
Manatee County is expanding the service hours and coverage area of its 911 integrated drone delivery system.
Manatee County is expanding the service hours and coverage area of its 911 integrated drone delivery system.
Florida vows legal action against any efforts to block TPUSA chapters on campus
The Florida Attorney General’s Office of Parental Rights announced last week that it will be taking legal action against any public schools that block Turning Point USA (TPUSA) chapters.
The Florida Attorney General’s Office of Parental Rights announced last week that it will be taking legal action against any public schools that block Turning Point USA (TPUSA) chapters.
New Florida laws take effect on Oct. 1, 2025: Here's what to know
From ‘Trooper’s Law’, which creates tougher penalties for those who restrain dogs during natural disasters, to ‘Tristan’s Law’, which provides funding for various programs and initiatives aimed at diverting individuals with mental health issues away from the criminal justice system, more than two dozen new laws are taking effect on Oct. 1, 2025.
From ‘Trooper’s Law’, which creates tougher penalties for those who restrain dogs during natural disasters, to ‘Tristan’s Law’, which provides funding for various programs and initiatives aimed at diverting individuals with mental health issues away from the criminal justice system, more than two dozen new laws are taking effect on Oct. 1, 2025.
Person struck, killed by car after gunshots disperse crowd outside Winter Haven club: police
Multiple gunshots outside a Winter Haven club caused a crowd to disperse, and one person was struck and killed by a car early on Sunday morning, according to police.
Multiple gunshots outside a Winter Haven club caused a crowd to disperse, and one person was struck and killed by a car early on Sunday morning, according to police.
Winter Haven man arrested for threatening victim over the phone: PCSO
A Winter Haven man was taken into custody after allegedly threatening someone over the phone and through text messages, some of which were very graphic, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
A Winter Haven man was taken into custody after allegedly threatening someone over the phone and through text messages, some of which were very graphic, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Nueva Cantina brings authentic Mexican street flavors to downtown Tampa
Nueva Cantina, a restaurant in Tampa restaurant offers authentic Mexican street food made by chefs from Jalisco and Mexico City.
Nueva Cantina, a restaurant in Tampa restaurant offers authentic Mexican street food made by chefs from Jalisco and Mexico City.
Bucs wheelchair football team showcases grit and growth in national tournament
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers Wheelchair Football Team brought hard-hitting action to downtown Tampa this weekend, hosting a national tournament at the Tampa Convention Center.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers Wheelchair Football Team brought hard-hitting action to downtown Tampa this weekend, hosting a national tournament at the Tampa Convention Center.
Pasco Pride Festival moves forward with community support
Pasco Pride held its annual festival this weekend in downtown New Port Richey, marking a strong show of community resilience.
Pasco Pride held its annual festival this weekend in downtown New Port Richey, marking a strong show of community resilience.
Tropical Storm Imelda forms, ninth named storm of 2025
Tropical Depression Nine is just shy of becoming the next named storm of the season as it moves over the Bahamas.
Tropical Depression Nine is just shy of becoming the next named storm of the season as it moves over the Bahamas.