Florida AG proposes overnight quiet mode and strict limits on teen social media
Florida officials are proposing strict new restrictions on tech platforms after state law enforcement tied more than 1,000 child predator cases directly to online chat rooms.
Florida officials are proposing strict new restrictions on tech platforms after state law enforcement tied more than 1,000 child predator cases directly to online chat rooms.
50 unlicensed contractors busted in Hillsborough County during ‘Operation Bad Builder’: HCSO
A four-month undercover investigation in Hillsborough County ended with 50 arrests after authorities targeted unlicensed contractors exploiting residents who are still trying to rebuild.
A four-month undercover investigation in Hillsborough County ended with 50 arrests after authorities targeted unlicensed contractors exploiting residents who are still trying to rebuild.
Orphaned baby walrus in Alaska flown 4,800 miles to new home in Florida
A young, orphaned Pacific walrus found on a remote beach in northern Alaska has been rescued and brought more than 4,000 miles to Florida, where it's receiving care at SeaWorld Orlando.
A young, orphaned Pacific walrus found on a remote beach in northern Alaska has been rescued and brought more than 4,000 miles to Florida, where it's receiving care at SeaWorld Orlando.
HYROX makes Tampa debut with thousands of athletes expected downtown
Thousands of athletes are descending on downtown Tampa for the city's first HYROX competition, bringing one of the world's fastest-growing fitness events to the Tampa Convention Center.
Thousands of athletes are descending on downtown Tampa for the city's first HYROX competition, bringing one of the world's fastest-growing fitness events to the Tampa Convention Center.
Florida schedules 20th execution of year as DeSantis signs death warrant for 1992 Keys murders
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a death warrant Wednesday for Thomas Mitchell Overton, setting his execution for Nov. 18 at Florida State Prison in Starke.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a death warrant Wednesday for Thomas Mitchell Overton, setting his execution for Nov. 18 at Florida State Prison in Starke.
Donalds, Jolly in dead heat for Florida governor: Poll
Florida's race for governor is entering its final two weeks essentially tied, according to a new statewide poll released Wednesday that also shows sharp divisions over some of the biggest issues facing voters.
Florida's race for governor is entering its final two weeks essentially tied, according to a new statewide poll released Wednesday that also shows sharp divisions over some of the biggest issues facing voters.
St. Petersburg baseball league builds new generation of Rays fans amid World Series excitement
Youth baseball players at Northwest Youth Baseball and Softball in St. Petersburg are building a new generation of Tampa Bay Rays fans while preparing for their own league games.
Youth baseball players at Northwest Youth Baseball and Softball in St. Petersburg are building a new generation of Tampa Bay Rays fans while preparing for their own league games.
Polk County passenger rail study: Leaders evaluate station options
Local transportation leaders are taking steps to expand high-speed train service west toward Tampa by launching a new station location study in Polk County.
Local transportation leaders are taking steps to expand high-speed train service west toward Tampa by launching a new station location study in Polk County.
Florida cop finds dead man during welfare check, allegedly tried to take over his home, officials say
Years after a Florida police officer responded to a welfare check and found a man dead in his home, that same police officer has been arrested, accused of taking the man's identity and attempting to conduct repairs and take ownership of the man's home and property, according to the Broward County Sheriff's Office.
Years after a Florida police officer responded to a welfare check and found a man dead in his home, that same police officer has been arrested, accused of taking the man's identity and attempting to conduct repairs and take ownership of the man's home and property, according to the Broward County Sheriff's Office.
Sarasota's The Bay gets $400K grant to build storm-resilient shoreline
A $400,000 grant is helping transform the Sarasota bayfront with a resilient, living shoreline designed to soften the blow of future storms and clean runoff before it reaches the bay.
A $400,000 grant is helping transform the Sarasota bayfront with a resilient, living shoreline designed to soften the blow of future storms and clean runoff before it reaches the bay.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Milwaukee Brewers: World Series matchup divides Davenport newlyweds
A newly married Davenport couple is putting their fresh wedding vows to the test after learning their opposing baseball teams will face off in the World Series.
A newly married Davenport couple is putting their fresh wedding vows to the test after learning their opposing baseball teams will face off in the World Series.
Selmon Expressway expansion: Two-year road closure begins in Tampa
A two-year road closure has begun in downtown Tampa, as construction crews work to expand the Selmon Expressway.
A two-year road closure has begun in downtown Tampa, as construction crews work to expand the Selmon Expressway.
Subtropical Storm Josephine forms off East Coast before heading out to sea
Subtropical Storm Josephine has formed off the east coast of the United States with the storm as the system prepares to move northeast and away from the United States.
Subtropical Storm Josephine has formed off the east coast of the United States with the storm as the system prepares to move northeast and away from the United States.
Hillsborough County considers restrictions on potent kratom compound
Hillsborough County commissioners are taking the first step toward potentially restricting a potent chemical compound found in some products marketed as kratom supplements.
Hillsborough County commissioners are taking the first step toward potentially restricting a potent chemical compound found in some products marketed as kratom supplements.
Land O'Lakes worksite shooting leaves 1 injured, 2 in custody
Two men are in custody after a Land O'Lakes worksite shooting that left another man injured Wednesday afternoon, deputies said.
Two men are in custody after a Land O'Lakes worksite shooting that left another man injured Wednesday afternoon, deputies said.
Pinellas County school bus crash: 7 students hurt in Clearwater
A school bus carrying 50 students and staff crashed into a pole Wednesday while exiting a parking lot in Clearwater, according to officials.
A school bus carrying 50 students and staff crashed into a pole Wednesday while exiting a parking lot in Clearwater, according to officials.
Beloved Clearwater Marine Aquarium opossum Benjamin dies during procedure
A Virginia opossum named Benjamin, who was brought to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium after a dog attack in 2024, has passed away.
A Virginia opossum named Benjamin, who was brought to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium after a dog attack in 2024, has passed away.
Florida Missing Child Alert for 16-year-old North Port boy canceled: FDLE
A Florida Missing Child Alert issued Wednesday for a 16-year-old boy last seen in North Port was canceled, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
A Florida Missing Child Alert issued Wednesday for a 16-year-old boy last seen in North Port was canceled, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
Kissimmee mayor Jackie Espinosa arrested on grand theft, fraud charges, AG says
Update (10/22): Kissimmee mayor Jackie Espinosa made her first court appearance on Thursday, Oct. 22. A judge granted her a $70,000 bond. Her next court date is scheduled for Dec. 1, 2026. Late Thursday, Espinosa posted bond and was released from jail.
Update (10/22): Kissimmee mayor Jackie Espinosa made her first court appearance on Thursday, Oct. 22. A judge granted her a $70,000 bond. Her next court date is scheduled for Dec. 1, 2026. Late Thursday, Espinosa posted bond and was released from jail.
Hillsborough deputy released from hospital after patrol vehicle hit on I-75: HCSO
A Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office corporal was released from the hospital after her patrol vehicle was hit from behind while she was assisting at a crash scene on Interstate 75, the agency said.
A Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office corporal was released from the hospital after her patrol vehicle was hit from behind while she was assisting at a crash scene on Interstate 75, the agency said.