Watch: ‘Monster’ bull shark attacks Florida fisherman's kayak

A peaceful day kayaking in Florida turned into a close encounter with a massive bull shark. The shocking moment was caught on camera.

Hillsborough County road rage chase: Man accused of firing shots at vehicle with child inside: HCSO

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man accused of opening fire on a vehicle carrying four people, including a child, during a road rage incident that stretched across Interstate 4 and other roadways Wednesday afternoon.

Prosecutor calls fired Temple Terrace police officer's actions 'sickening' after 104 mph crash kills child

A former Temple Terrace police officer is behind bars after making his first court appearance, accused in a high-speed crash that killed a 6-year-old girl and seriously injured her sister.

Sheriff Grady Judd says undercover sting ‘Polk Around and Find Out’ led to 266 arrests

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said the portion of a multi-day joint-agency undercover investigation, "Polk Around and Find Out" that focused on prostitution and human trafficking resulted in 247 arrests.

Egmont Key restoration effort grows after Hurricane Helene devastation

Environmental advocates and leaders in the Bay Area are pushing to restore and preserve Egmont Key, one of the region's precious landmarks.

Governor DeSantis signs sweeping education and labor union bills

Governor Ron DeSantis has officially signed HB 1279  and SB 1296 into law, introducing significant changes to Florida’s education system.

Florida extends winter blend gasoline sale to offset rising pump prices

Florida drivers facing the highest gas prices in years are getting a temporary reprieve as state officials move to delay a seasonal fuel transition that typically drives costs even higher.

Oldsmar crash leaves 2 children hospitalized with serious injuries: PCSO

Deputies are investigating a crash in Oldsmar that sent multiple people, including two young children who were seriously injured, to the hospital Thursday afternoon, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.

Polk County launches one-year pilot program to combat illegal dumping

Illegal dumping has been on the rise over the past few years in Polk County, and now, the county is testing a customer convenience center to fight the problem.

Fans question Tropicana Field safety after viral video shows moving support columns

Fans are raising new safety concerns about Tropicana Field after video recorded during a Tampa Bay Rays game over the weekend appeared to show shaking support columns inside the dome stadium.

Hillsborough County adjusts hurricane evacuation zones: Here's who can expect changes

Ahead of this year’s hurricane season, Hillsborough County residents need to check the county’s updated evacuation zone maps online.  Officials said these adjustments were made after lessons learned from the 2024 hurricane season.