Man shot, killed near I-4 and Plant City: HCSO

Detectives are investigating after a man was shot and killed near Interstate 4 and Plant City early Sunday morning, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

Palm Harbor hosts Valspar Championship as fans pack iconic Copperhead Course

The Valspar Championship in Palm Harbor is known as one of the toughest PGA Tour events, highlighted by the challenging "Snake Pit" finishing holes.

Puerto Rican fast casual puts potatoes on the menu in Brandon

The name is Super Potatoes, and the idea behind the Brandon restaurant is to blend Puerto Rican influences with the safe staple of a baked potato as the building block of the meal.

Clearwater group pushes for voter say on street privatization, targets August ballot

A Clearwater citizens group is one step closer to putting a major decision directly in voters’ hands. The “Save the Garden" initiative is pushing for a referendum that would shift the power to approve street privatization from city leaders to voters.

Lakeland homeowners picket against Talbot House Ministries' proposed relocation site

Talbot House Ministries, a homeless services provider in Lakeland, is pushing to relocate to a busy corridor. But, members of the community in that area are pushing back.

DeSantis announces plans to for new Sunshine Skyway Fishing Pier

The Sunshine Skyway Fishing Pier, a landmark for Florida anglers and outdoor enthusiasts, is set for a massive overhaul following damage from Hurricane Milton.

Video: Florida woman brings pet duck to the beach

It’s not unusual to see a woman unpacking her bag, laying out a towel and settling in to catch some rays on a beach, but a woman in South Florida is attracting a lot of attention for her beach day buddy.

NASA Artemis II: Rocket arrives at Kennedy Space Center launch pad

The Artemis II rocket and spacecraft completed the 4-mile trek to the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center on Friday morning, March 20, 2026.

Florida fishing guide balances life on the water with fine art at Ringling College exhibit

After living in two separate worlds – fishing rods and art – Tom Stephens decided to combine his two passions to create custom fishing rods, which will be on display in Sarasota.

Missing Tampa girl found safe after statewide alert

A 12-year-old Tampa girl has been found safe after a Florida Missing Child Alert was issued Friday.