Florida redistricting map would split Tampa into 3 districts

The new congressional map approved by the Florida House and Senate will greatly impact voters in the Bay Area if it survives a legal challenge.

Pinellas County first responders push for water safety after rise in child drownings

Pinellas County first responders say there were more than two dozen pediatric water submersions in 2025. During National Water Safety Month, they want to raise awareness with families about drowning prevention. 

Polk County driver arrested, caught with 13 live iguanas tied up in truck: FHP

The Florida Highway Patrol arrested a man in Winter Haven on Thursday morning after he was pulled over for driving with no tag light on his trailer, but when they got a closer look at his truck, they found 13 live iguanas. 

Pinellas County mother arrested months after her unsupervised 2-year-old son was hit, killed by truck: FHP

A Pinellas County mother is now facing felony charges months after the Florida Highway Patrol says her 2-year-old son wandered into the road in front of a pickup truck. The truck ran over the child, killing him outside the family’s home.

Florida driver almost hits child walking to school bus: 'Nearly cost a child their life'

A terrifying video released by the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office captures the moment a child in Riverview was nearly struck by a vehicle that illegally bypassed a stopped school bus.

Tampa Bay shelter celebrates National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day with adoption specials

As shelters across the country mark National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day Thursday, local shelters are offering adoption specials to help animals find permanent homes.

Tarpon Springs hit-and-run crash: Suspect arrested after motorcyclist seriously injured: TSPD

The Tarpon Springs Police Department has arrested a 23-year-old driver who reportedly left the scene of a crash that sent a motorcyclist to the hospital with serious injuries Wednesday evening.

Drones with live camera feed give St. Petersburg police officers real-time information during active calls

St. Petersburg police officers have a new vantage point on crime scenes before they even step out of their patrol cars, thanks to a fleet of 11 drones that have cameras that live stream information about suspects and scenes, and get there in half the time.

USF student murders lead to first-of-its-kind probe into AI’s role in criminal activity

Hillsborough State Attorney Suzy Lopez and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier have announced a first-of-its-kind public safety partnership to examine the role artificial intelligence may play in criminal activity.

BTS' viral dinner post sparks fan frenzy at Apollo Beach waterfront restaurant

BTS fans have been flocking to Finn’s Dockside Bar & Grill after the global K-pop sensation dined at the Apollo Beach restaurant ahead of their Tampa concerts.