Teen murder suspect arrested after body found in vacant lot in Tampa
A teen was arrested Monday for murder after a body was found last week in a vacant lot along North 39th Street in Tampa, according to deputies.
A teen was arrested Monday for murder after a body was found last week in a vacant lot along North 39th Street in Tampa, according to deputies.
Judge holds man accused of deadly hit-and-run in Gulfport in jail on no bond
Family and friends of a 38-year-old mother are grieving her death, as the man deputies say hit her with his car is being held in jail under no bond.
Family and friends of a 38-year-old mother are grieving her death, as the man deputies say hit her with his car is being held in jail under no bond.
USF introduces lifelong Bull Rob Higgins as the CEO of Athletics
Rob Higgins was introduced as USF's CEO of Athletics on Monday morning in front of a large crowd at the school's women's basketball practice facility with big names in the house like mayor Jane Castor, Bucs legends Ronde Barber and Derrick Brooks, WWE superstar Titus O'Neil, Yankees legend Tino Martinez, MLB all-star Jose Bautista and many more.
Rob Higgins was introduced as USF's CEO of Athletics on Monday morning in front of a large crowd at the school's women's basketball practice facility with big names in the house like mayor Jane Castor, Bucs legends Ronde Barber and Derrick Brooks, WWE superstar Titus O'Neil, Yankees legend Tino Martinez, MLB all-star Jose Bautista and many more.
Hillsborough State Attorney's Office drops pending charges for openly displaying a firearm
The State Attorney's Office of the 13th Judicial Circuit has dropped pending charges for openly displaying a firearm. It comes after a Florida appeals court recently ruled that an open carry ban is unconstitutional.
The State Attorney's Office of the 13th Judicial Circuit has dropped pending charges for openly displaying a firearm. It comes after a Florida appeals court recently ruled that an open carry ban is unconstitutional.
New Port Richey Public Works employee dies, another injured in work-related incident at city lift station
A New Port Richey Public Works employee is dead and another was injured after a work-related incident at a city lift station on Monday.
A New Port Richey Public Works employee is dead and another was injured after a work-related incident at a city lift station on Monday.
Florida couple accused of several armed robberies along I-75
A pair of Florida 21-year-olds have been arrested after a string of armed robberies along I-75, according to United States Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe.
A pair of Florida 21-year-olds have been arrested after a string of armed robberies along I-75, according to United States Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe.
Florida lawmakers in high-stakes meetings on potentially eliminating, reducing property taxes
Governor Ron DeSantis has insisted that property taxes are crushing Florida homeowners who have paid off their homes, but who continue to pay taxes on them.
Governor Ron DeSantis has insisted that property taxes are crushing Florida homeowners who have paid off their homes, but who continue to pay taxes on them.
FDOT updates city, county leaders on potential SunRail extension in Polk County
FDOT officials updated city and county leaders about the possible extension of the SunRail commuter train from Osceola into Polk County.
FDOT officials updated city and county leaders about the possible extension of the SunRail commuter train from Osceola into Polk County.
Tampa homeless shelter unveils new community center
City of Tampa officials joined Tampa Hope leaders Monday for the opening of their new community center just one year after breaking ground.
City of Tampa officials joined Tampa Hope leaders Monday for the opening of their new community center just one year after breaking ground.
Fire at Punta Gorda synagogue ruled arson and a hate crime
The Punta Gorda Police Department is investigating a fire at a synagogue as both arson and a hate crime.
The Punta Gorda Police Department is investigating a fire at a synagogue as both arson and a hate crime.
Casey Key business reflects one year after Hurricanes Helene, Milton: ‘We are back’
Friday will mark one year since Hurricane Helene's storm surge forever changed parts of the Tampa Bay area – including Sarasota County.
Friday will mark one year since Hurricane Helene's storm surge forever changed parts of the Tampa Bay area – including Sarasota County.
Lake Gibson High employee accused of stealing student's medication
A Lake Gibson High School employee was arrested Monday after Polk County deputies said she stole a student's medication.
A Lake Gibson High School employee was arrested Monday after Polk County deputies said she stole a student's medication.
Spring Hill man accused of neglecting his elderly mother who was infested with maggots
A Spring Hill man has been arrested after deputies said they found his mother with multiple open sores, covered in her own feces and urine, and infested with maggots.
A Spring Hill man has been arrested after deputies said they found his mother with multiple open sores, covered in her own feces and urine, and infested with maggots.
Pinellas Park officers rescue cat after hearing 'faint meowing' inside patrol car
A cat was rescued from a Pinellas Park patrol car after officers heard a faint meowing coming from one of their vehicles.
A cat was rescued from a Pinellas Park patrol car after officers heard a faint meowing coming from one of their vehicles.
Palmetto man accused of shooting, killing girlfriend in front of her friends found hiding in fairgrounds
A woman is dead, and her boyfriend is behind bars after gunshots rang out Sunday night in Palmetto.
A woman is dead, and her boyfriend is behind bars after gunshots rang out Sunday night in Palmetto.
Charlie Kirk death: Florida AG launches new tool to 'combat violent extremism' following assassination
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier held a press conference on Monday morning in Orlando to announce a new portal tool through his office to report anything believed to be a call for violence. This is one of several ways Uthmeier says he plans to “combat violent extremism."
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier held a press conference on Monday morning in Orlando to announce a new portal tool through his office to report anything believed to be a call for violence. This is one of several ways Uthmeier says he plans to “combat violent extremism."
Florida lawmakers to discuss property tax proposals for potential 2026 ballot referendum
The push by Gov. Ron DeSantis to reduce or eliminate property taxes in Florida is picking up on Monday, with lawmakers talking about a list of proposals.
The push by Gov. Ron DeSantis to reduce or eliminate property taxes in Florida is picking up on Monday, with lawmakers talking about a list of proposals.
Senior Spectacular Week: Tampa YMCA focuses on fall prevention for older adults
The Tampa YMCA is kicking off its Senior Spectacular Week in recognition of Falls Prevention Awareness Week.
The Tampa YMCA is kicking off its Senior Spectacular Week in recognition of Falls Prevention Awareness Week.
Man dies after being found unresponsive in water: SCSO
A man died after being found unresponsive while swimming on Siesta Key on Sunday, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.
A man died after being found unresponsive while swimming on Siesta Key on Sunday, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.
From dishwasher to owner: Beloved North Redington Beach café reopens after Hurricane Helene
The Frog Pond Café, a 43-year-old staple on North Redington Beach, is reopening its doors after sustaining catastrophic flooding during Hurricane Helene last year.
The Frog Pond Café, a 43-year-old staple on North Redington Beach, is reopening its doors after sustaining catastrophic flooding during Hurricane Helene last year.