Tampa becomes foreclosure epicenter as Florida tops nation in housing distress
As foreclosure rates climb across the United States, Florida has emerged as the hardest-hit state, and Tampa is at the center of the surge.
Whether driving or flying, be aware of the holiday travel forecast
As Floridians prepare for one of the busiest travel periods of the year, it is important to know this year's holiday travel forecast.
Missing Florida kids among 122 rescued during Operation Home for the Holidays
A multi-regional operation involving several federal, state and local agencies led to the rescue of 122 missing or endangered children from Florida and nine other states.
Teen dead, another hospitalized after ATV collides with truck: TPD
Police say a 14-year-old boy is dead, and a 15-year-old boy is in critical condition after a crash between an ATV and pickup truck in Tampa Sunday night.
Wesley Chapel man killed in hit-and-run crash, body discovered 12 hours later: FHP
Florida Highway Patrol says a 39-year-old man is dead after being hit by an SUV that left the scene in Wesley Chapel Sunday night.
The rise of Art Deco showcased through vintage posters at Sarasota Art Museum
Through 100 rare advertising posters, Sarasota Art Museum's "Art Deco: The Golden Age of Illustration" showcases the rise of the Art Deco artform in the 1920s.
Gulfport man accused of stabbing stepfather with broken glass in violent attack: police
A Gulfport man is behind bars after police say he shoved his mother to the ground and attacked his stepfather, stabbing him several times with broken glass pieces on Friday night.
Supreme Court turns down pregame prayer case
After a nine-year legal battle, the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to take up an appeal by a Tampa Christian school that contended its speech rights were violated when it was prevented from offering a prayer over a stadium loudspeaker before a 2015 state championship football game.
Holiday trash talk: what really belongs in your recycling bin
With the holiday season bringing more parties, packaging, and decorations.
Hit-and-run driver accused of plowing into Pinellas Park mobile home still on the run
Police in Pinellas Park say they are searching for a driver accused of slamming into a mobile home and taking off.
DJ shot, killed in Ybor City road rage incident remembered by friends and family
A widely known DJ was shot and killed during a road rage shooting in Ybor City on Friday night, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Road rage victim identified, shooter claims self-defense: TPD
The victim in a deadly road rage shooting has been identified as 41-year-old Dedrick Sykes, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Coast Guard rescues 8 stranded boaters about 35 miles west of Venice: USCG
Coast Guard crew members rescued eight boaters after their boat became disabled about 35 miles west of Venice, according to USCG.
Miles, meaning & community fuels racers at St. Pete Run Fest
On Sunday at sunrise, the streets of St. Petersburg came alive as runners set off from the pier on the certified half-marathon route. The 13.1-mile course carried them through waterfront views, historic neighborhoods and vibrant downtown avenues.
Group of masked suspects rob Port Richey business at gunpoint: PSO
The Pasco Sheriff's Office arrested three suspects after an armed robbery in Port Richey around 2:15 p.m. on Saturday.
It's the pirate's pick for a burger joint
For a visit to Treasure Island, to experience a Mermaid's Kiss or a Lavender Lagoon, this Tampa restaurant has you covered.The theme is appropriate to the swashbuckling nature of the city, Tampa Burgers & Pirates.
New courthouse set to open in Florida in December
The new courthouse for the Florida Second District Court of Appeals is set to open in December.
Deputy rescues woman from burning mobile home in Weeki Wachee: HCSO
The quick response of a Hernando County Sheriff’s deputy saved a woman's life after the mobile home she was in caught on fire Saturday evening.
Fire breaks out at Red Roof Inn, no injuries reported: HCFR
A fire broke out early on Saturday morning at the Red Roof Inn on Horace Ave. in Tampa, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
FHP trying to identify hit-and-run suspect, video of crash released
The Florida Highway Patrol is asking for the public's help identifying the driver of a dark-colored pickup truck after a hit-and-run on Tuesday evening.