Man convicted of 1976 murder of brother’s stepdaughter is executed in Florida
A Florida man was put to death on Thursday for the rape and murder of his brother's 13-year-old stepdaughter nearly 50 years ago.
A Florida man was put to death on Thursday for the rape and murder of his brother's 13-year-old stepdaughter nearly 50 years ago.
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.
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.
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.
St. Pete hears proposals from the final four developers for the Historic Gas Plant District
St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch wants to move forward with plans to redevelop the Historic Gas Plant District.
St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch wants to move forward with plans to redevelop the Historic Gas Plant District.
Thonotosassa estate for sale considered most expensive in Tampa area at $115 million: 'It's really enchanting'
An 87-acre estate in Hillsborough County is on the market for $115 million, which the listing agent says is the most expensive in the Tampa area.
An 87-acre estate in Hillsborough County is on the market for $115 million, which the listing agent says is the most expensive in the Tampa area.
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.
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.
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.
Temple Terrace police officer arrested following crash that killed child: FHP
A Temple Terrace police officer has been arrested and fired after being involved in a deadly crash that killed a 6-year-old.
A Temple Terrace police officer has been arrested and fired after being involved in a deadly crash that killed a 6-year-old.
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.
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.
Sarasota neighbors gear up for continued fight against city’s tallest proposed tower: 'It has to stop'
A familiar battle over the future of the Sarasota skyline is heading back to City Hall, and neighbors are gearing up for a fight.
A familiar battle over the future of the Sarasota skyline is heading back to City Hall, and neighbors are gearing up for a fight.
Sarasota probationary police officer arrested, accused of kissing 16-year-old girl: Police
Sarasota police arrested a probationary police officer after he was accused of kissing a 16-year-old girl.
Sarasota police arrested a probationary police officer after he was accused of kissing a 16-year-old girl.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Florida deputy helps remove 'unhappy' gator from Hillsborough County road
A Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office deputy helped remove an alligator that was sitting in the middle of the road on Tuesday.
A Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office deputy helped remove an alligator that was sitting in the middle of the road on Tuesday.
Lithia man arrested after crashing into Road Ranger in construction zone: FHP
A 32-year-old Lithia man has been arrested after crashing into a Road Ranger on I-275 Wednesday night.
A 32-year-old Lithia man has been arrested after crashing into a Road Ranger on I-275 Wednesday night.
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.
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.
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.
Hillsborough County Public Schools hosts 'Apprenticeship Night' to introduce students to skilled trade careers
Hillsborough County Public Schools hosted an "Apprenticeship Night" to introduce students to new career paths in the skilled trades.
Hillsborough County Public Schools hosted an "Apprenticeship Night" to introduce students to new career paths in the skilled trades.