Florida now allows charter schools to move into underused public school facilities
Florida’s Board of Education has voted to expand the reach of charter schools across the state, building on the "Schools of Hope" program created in 2017.
Florida’s Board of Education has voted to expand the reach of charter schools across the state, building on the "Schools of Hope" program created in 2017.
Thunder on the water: Offshore Nationals take over Clearwater Beach this weekend
Clearwater Beach will transform into a racing hotspot this weekend as the 2025 XINSURANCE Clearwater Offshore Nationals bring nearly 90 high-powered race boats to the Gulf of Mexico.
Clearwater Beach will transform into a racing hotspot this weekend as the 2025 XINSURANCE Clearwater Offshore Nationals bring nearly 90 high-powered race boats to the Gulf of Mexico.
Florida AG James Uthmeier accuses State Attorney Monique Worrell of being ‘soft on crime'
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a press conference Friday morning in Orlando, where he called out State Attorney Monique Worrell for what he calls “soft on crime policies."
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a press conference Friday morning in Orlando, where he called out State Attorney Monique Worrell for what he calls “soft on crime policies."
Missing Florida men, 2 dogs killed by apparent lightning strike: HCSO
Lightning is being blamed for the deaths of two Miami men and two hunting dogs in Highlands County.
Lightning is being blamed for the deaths of two Miami men and two hunting dogs in Highlands County.
St. Petersburg City Council approves Shore Acres floodgate study
The wheels are now in motion for a study to see how two floodgates in Shore Acres will work to eliminate future flooding. St. Petersburg City Council approved having an engineering company analyze data to determine if this is the best course of action for the entire city.
The wheels are now in motion for a study to see how two floodgates in Shore Acres will work to eliminate future flooding. St. Petersburg City Council approved having an engineering company analyze data to determine if this is the best course of action for the entire city.
Florida Amber Alert: No evidence missing Marion County teenager abducted by 4 men, deputies say
Authorities have issued a Florida Amber Alert for a missing 17-year-old Marion County boy.
Authorities have issued a Florida Amber Alert for a missing 17-year-old Marion County boy.
Epic Universe lawsuit: Woman claims 'permanent injuries' after Stardust Racers ride
Days after a man died following a ride on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers dueling coaster, a woman has filed a lawsuit alleging that she suffered “permanent injuries" after riding the coaster earlier this year.
Days after a man died following a ride on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers dueling coaster, a woman has filed a lawsuit alleging that she suffered “permanent injuries" after riding the coaster earlier this year.
Family mourns New Port Richey city worker who died during workplace accident
The family of Gary Greger, a New Port Richey public works employee who died after a workplace accident on Monday, is mourning the loss of a man they describe as kind, thoughtful and devoted to his loved ones.
The family of Gary Greger, a New Port Richey public works employee who died after a workplace accident on Monday, is mourning the loss of a man they describe as kind, thoughtful and devoted to his loved ones.
St. Pete Mayor Ken Welch reflects on Hurricane Helene one year later
Waterlogged furniture and mementos that made Arthur Finegold’s house a home still sit in the living room he hasn’t used in a year. Hurricane Helene is to blame.
Waterlogged furniture and mementos that made Arthur Finegold’s house a home still sit in the living room he hasn’t used in a year. Hurricane Helene is to blame.
Lessons learned from last year's hurricanes that slammed Florida
A year after Hurricane Helene, communities around Tampa Bay are continuing to rebuild.
A year after Hurricane Helene, communities around Tampa Bay are continuing to rebuild.
Venice Fire Rescue deploys drone with lifesaving equipment for water rescues: 'It's a key issue'
Every second counts when first responders answer the call about someone drowning or getting caught in a rip current. Venice Fire Rescue has a new tool that will help them reach those in distress much faster, and it doesn't arrive by land or water – but rather by air.
Every second counts when first responders answer the call about someone drowning or getting caught in a rip current. Venice Fire Rescue has a new tool that will help them reach those in distress much faster, and it doesn't arrive by land or water – but rather by air.
Tampa Police honor fallen officers in memorial ceremony
The Tampa Police Department partnered with the Tampa Police Memorial Committee to host a solemn ceremony Thursday at Tampa Police Headquarters. It honored three officers who lost their lives during their service.
The Tampa Police Department partnered with the Tampa Police Memorial Committee to host a solemn ceremony Thursday at Tampa Police Headquarters. It honored three officers who lost their lives during their service.
Theatre Winter Haven will be one of the first community theatres to perform Disney's 'Frozen' on stage
Theatre Winter Haven will be one of the first community theaters to perform Disney's 'Frozen' on stage.
Theatre Winter Haven will be one of the first community theaters to perform Disney's 'Frozen' on stage.
Valrico mother accused of trying to kill her kids after livestream tirade on doubts about handling motherhood
A Valrico woman is accused of trying to kill her three young children.
A Valrico woman is accused of trying to kill her three young children.
Suspect in custody after St. Pete motel shooting injures man
A suspect is in custody after a St. Petersburg motel shooting that injured one man on Thursday, according to police.
A suspect is in custody after a St. Petersburg motel shooting that injured one man on Thursday, according to police.
Florida woman arrested for online threat of mass school shooting, police say
A Florida woman was arrested on Wednesday after she allegedly made a post on social media threatening a mass school shooting.
A Florida woman was arrested on Wednesday after she allegedly made a post on social media threatening a mass school shooting.
Fujiwhara Effect: What is it, what happens? Will Invest 94L and Tropical Storm Humberto combine?
With things finally heating up in the tropics for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, the FOX 35 Storm Team answers a question many people have had on their minds: Can several hurricanes merge into a single, stronger hurricane?
With things finally heating up in the tropics for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, the FOX 35 Storm Team answers a question many people have had on their minds: Can several hurricanes merge into a single, stronger hurricane?
Clearwater launches initiative to become first autism certified city in Florida
On Thursday morning, Clearwater community leaders launched an initiative to become the first autism certified city in Florida and the second in the country.
On Thursday morning, Clearwater community leaders launched an initiative to become the first autism certified city in Florida and the second in the country.
St. Pete kidnapping suspect turns himself in after more than 3 weeks on the run
A kidnapping suspect turned himself in to authorities early Thursday morning.
A kidnapping suspect turned himself in to authorities early Thursday morning.
Gov. DeSantis touts school choice as Florida welcomes Success Academy to state
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Success Academy, a charter school network, is coming to Florida.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Success Academy, a charter school network, is coming to Florida.