Missing Florida teen found in sex offender’s closet in Polk County: Sheriff
A missing teenage girl has been recovered, and a registered sex offender has been arrested after she was discovered in a sex offender’s closet in Polk County.
A missing teenage girl has been recovered, and a registered sex offender has been arrested after she was discovered in a sex offender’s closet in Polk County.
Pinellas County schools consider earlier start times including major shift for Largo Middle School
Pinellas County school board members are considering proposed changes to start and release times at three high schools and one middle school.
Pinellas County school board members are considering proposed changes to start and release times at three high schools and one middle school.
Man killed riding dirt bike at Bone Valley ATV Park in Mulberry: PCSO
A deadly dirt bike crash at Bone Valley ATV Park in Mulberry is under investigation.
A deadly dirt bike crash at Bone Valley ATV Park in Mulberry is under investigation.
South Florida crews battle 1,500-acre wildfire near Alligator Alley
A fast-moving wildfire near Alligator Alley exploded to 1,500 acres Tuesday, sending thick plumes of smoke over Interstate 75.
A fast-moving wildfire near Alligator Alley exploded to 1,500 acres Tuesday, sending thick plumes of smoke over Interstate 75.
USF researcher leads effort to bring flying taxis to Florida: 'We can embrace this new mode'
Flying taxis, once seen only in science fiction, could soon become part of everyday travel in the Bay Area.
Flying taxis, once seen only in science fiction, could soon become part of everyday travel in the Bay Area.
Country Thunder submits application to move event to Clearwater after wildlife concerns on St. Pete Beach
A city of Clearwater staff member confirmed to FOX 13 that an application from Country Thunder has been received for the use of Coachman Park, a 19-acre waterfront venue known for hosting large events and concerts.
A city of Clearwater staff member confirmed to FOX 13 that an application from Country Thunder has been received for the use of Coachman Park, a 19-acre waterfront venue known for hosting large events and concerts.
Florida disability care crisis: Families face hidden costs and years-long delays: 'Nobody will help us'
Florida's Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) offers home-based services designed to keep individuals with disabilities out of state facilities, an approach intended to save taxpayer money associated with high institutionalization costs.
Florida's Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) offers home-based services designed to keep individuals with disabilities out of state facilities, an approach intended to save taxpayer money associated with high institutionalization costs.
Determined detective believes she can solve 2003 Bradenton murder: ‘Her life counted’
41-year-old Denisha Williams was found beaten to death in her Bradenton apartment in 2003 and her sister is now speaking publicly for the first time, hoping to finally bring justice.
41-year-old Denisha Williams was found beaten to death in her Bradenton apartment in 2003 and her sister is now speaking publicly for the first time, hoping to finally bring justice.
Lakeland's SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo returns with new exhibits, airshows and viewing of NASA's Supper Guppy
The 52nd annual SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo kicks off Tuesday near Lakeland Linder International Airport. Whether it's the cool planes, the killer airshows, or the great food, there's something for everyone.
The 52nd annual SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo kicks off Tuesday near Lakeland Linder International Airport. Whether it's the cool planes, the killer airshows, or the great food, there's something for everyone.
Seffner teen killed in head-on crash identified as Armwood High School student
Hillsborough County Public Schools says students at Armwood High School will have additional support on Monday after a 17-year-old student was killed in a crash on Saturday night.
Hillsborough County Public Schools says students at Armwood High School will have additional support on Monday after a 17-year-old student was killed in a crash on Saturday night.
Ybor City celebrates 140 years with massive 140-foot cigar tribute
Ybor City is marking a major milestone, celebrating 140 years since its founding with a tribute to the industry that built it from the ground up.
Ybor City is marking a major milestone, celebrating 140 years since its founding with a tribute to the industry that built it from the ground up.
‘A Land Remembered’ series proposed to film in Fort De Soto Park faces environmental concerns
A proposed television adaptation of the book "A Land Remembered" is drawing concerns from environmentalists who argue that filming at Fort De Soto Park could jeopardize vulnerable species and their habitats.
A proposed television adaptation of the book "A Land Remembered" is drawing concerns from environmentalists who argue that filming at Fort De Soto Park could jeopardize vulnerable species and their habitats.
Bob Buckhorn announces 2027 campaign for Tampa mayor: Seeking rare third term
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn is running to reclaim the office, eight years after leaving city hall amidst an urban renewal that saw dozens of new buildings downtown spring.
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn is running to reclaim the office, eight years after leaving city hall amidst an urban renewal that saw dozens of new buildings downtown spring.
Sarasota County Schools launches mandatory heart screenings for first-time student-athletes
Electrocardiograms will be required for all first-time student-athletes across the state of Florida.
Electrocardiograms will be required for all first-time student-athletes across the state of Florida.
Florida doctor accused of removing patient's liver instead of spleen indicted for second degree murder
A Florida doctor was taken into custody on Monday morning after a grand jury indicted him in an Alabama man’s operating room death.
A Florida doctor was taken into custody on Monday morning after a grand jury indicted him in an Alabama man’s operating room death.
Manatee County man accused of stabbing wife to death told 911 ‘I hope I didn’t wait too long’: MCSO affidavit
Newly released information from a Manatee County Sheriff’s Office probable cause affidavit shed light on a husband’s deadly stabbing that left his wife dead inside their home last week while their two young children were nearby.
Newly released information from a Manatee County Sheriff’s Office probable cause affidavit shed light on a husband’s deadly stabbing that left his wife dead inside their home last week while their two young children were nearby.
Bradenton manatee caught on camera getting drink from police marine unit vessel
Bradenton Marine Unit Officers Emrich and Eades were finishing their patrol and rinsing down their vessel when a surprise "dock inspector" stopped by for a quick drink.
Bradenton Marine Unit Officers Emrich and Eades were finishing their patrol and rinsing down their vessel when a surprise "dock inspector" stopped by for a quick drink.
1 killed in fiery Pasco County crash: FHP
An early morning crash in Pasco County resulted in a car fire and a fatality, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
An early morning crash in Pasco County resulted in a car fire and a fatality, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Dunedin woman accused of DUI caught on camera driving the wrong way pulls out credit card instead of license
A woman who was arrested on DUI charges was caught on camera driving the wrong way in Hillsborough County.
A woman who was arrested on DUI charges was caught on camera driving the wrong way in Hillsborough County.
1 critically injured, 1 detained following downtown Tampa shooting: Police
One man was critically injured, and another man was detained following a shooting in downtown Tampa on Monday morning.
One man was critically injured, and another man was detained following a shooting in downtown Tampa on Monday morning.