Pasco County fire officials address building codes after Cobalt Apartments fire

After a fire at a Wesley Chapel apartment complex left more than 150 people displaced, Pasco County fire officials are addressing many concerns about fire safety.

Honor Flight carries 4,000th veteran to Washington memorials

A group of 75 military veterans took flight Tuesday morning from St. Pete-Clearwater airport on a trip to Washington.

Central Atlantic tropical disturbance shows temporary signs of organization

A disturbed area of weather in the Central Atlantic shows signs of organizing early Tuesday, though atmospheric conditions are expected to limit long-term development.

Caladesi Island State Park could expand with proposed 42-acre land purchase

State officials are considering purchasing a nearly untouched 42-acre barrier island property known as Mandalay Bay, located next to Caladesi Island State Park just north of Clearwater Beach.

Florida social media star's fans petition for him to star in Publix holiday commercial

Vikki Brook, of Seffner, started a petition asking Publix to cast Florida social media personality Josh Robinson, better known online as OMGItsWicks in a holiday commercial.

GLP-1 use surges among young children

There is a nationwide surge in the number of children being prescribed GLP-1 medications, drugs commonly used to treat diabetes and manage weight.

USF grad students study microplastics in mangroves

From stormwater runoff to the wastewater leaving household washing machines, tiny plastic particles can find their way into Tampa Bay’s waterways.  

A New College program and puppets give Osceola County inmates second chances

In an unconventional approach to prison rehabilitation, New College of Florida researchers and students are using custom-built puppets to teach vital job interview skills to incarcerated men and women.

Sarasota drug bust: Anonymous tip leads police to more than 100 grams of cocaine

A search warrant executed by Sarasota police resulted in the arrest of a 58-year-old man and the seizure of more than 100 grams of cocaine after an anonymous tip alerted officers to illegal drug activity, according to the Sarasota Police Department.

Florida State University fires Michael Alford as athletic director

Florida State University fired Michael Alford as its athletics director, President Richard McCullough announced on Monday.

Worth and Purpose ministry helps Lakeland homeless community

A Lakeland ministry program is expanding its reach across the community to help homeless residents rebuild their lives with dignity and purpose.

Trial underway in 2020 Polk triple murder case

A capital murder trial is underway in Polk County, where TJ Wiggins faces the death penalty in connection with the 2020 ambush of three friends on a night fishing trip in Frostproof.

Bradenton Beach police officer injured after being hit by suspected drunk driver: BBPD

A Bradenton Beach police officer was hospitalized after he was hit by a suspected drunk driver Saturday night shortly after finishing his shift, according to the Bradenton Beach Police Department.

DeSantis announces tax holiday for guns and supplies; Florida Archery Center groundbreaking near Lakeland

Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that the state will offer a second consecutive Second Amendment sales tax holiday, allowing Floridians to purchase certain firearms, ammunition, hunting, fishing and camping supplies without paying sales tax.

Reports: 4 hurt after crane collapses in Miami neighborhood

An 85-foot (26-meter) crane collapsed onto a street in Miami's Brickell neighborhood Monday morning, crushing vehicles, igniting a fire and injuring four people, according to FOX affiliate WSVN-TV.