DeSantis seeks to scuttle 'Alcatraz' access case
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration has fired back at a lawsuit filed by Democratic lawmakers seeking access to a controversial immigrant-detention center in the Everglades, saying they don’t have a legal right to enter the facility “at their pleasure."
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration has fired back at a lawsuit filed by Democratic lawmakers seeking access to a controversial immigrant-detention center in the Everglades, saying they don’t have a legal right to enter the facility “at their pleasure."
Florida to use hundreds of confiscated Chinese drones as target practice for US military
More than 500 Chinese drones confiscated by Florida officials will be used for military target practice for evaluation and training.
More than 500 Chinese drones confiscated by Florida officials will be used for military target practice for evaluation and training.
Scammers plan to prey on holiday shoppers: How to avoid becoming a victim
Experts are warning about scams around this time of year to help prevent a tragic end to the holiday season.
Experts are warning about scams around this time of year to help prevent a tragic end to the holiday season.
Bradenton mom’s 20-year fight for faster emergency notifications gains traction in Washington D.C.
A Bradenton mother who lost her daughter in 2005 is pushing for a nationwide emergency-contact registry tied to driver’s licenses.
A Bradenton mother who lost her daughter in 2005 is pushing for a nationwide emergency-contact registry tied to driver’s licenses.
Tropicana Field’s roof repair completed ahead of schedule
Crews laid the last of 24 panels on Tropicana Field’s new roof Thursday ahead of schedule.
Crews laid the last of 24 panels on Tropicana Field’s new roof Thursday ahead of schedule.
2-year-old Winter Haven girl hit, killed while playing near driveway on her birthday: Police
A deadly crash that left a 2-year-old girl dead on Sunday afternoon is under investigation, although police say they don’t believe foul play was a factor.
A deadly crash that left a 2-year-old girl dead on Sunday afternoon is under investigation, although police say they don’t believe foul play was a factor.
Florida sheriff's office hands out free turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving
Footage released by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office shows Sheriff Grady Judd handing out turkeys outside of Lake Region High School in Eagle Lake, Florida, on Saturday.
Footage released by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office shows Sheriff Grady Judd handing out turkeys outside of Lake Region High School in Eagle Lake, Florida, on Saturday.
From a hole in the wall to an international restaurant, Piccolo Buco opens in Tampa
It's named for a famous pizzeria in Rome near the Trevi Fountain. Piccolo Buco brings that special style of preparation of pizza to the Tampa Bay area.
It's named for a famous pizzeria in Rome near the Trevi Fountain. Piccolo Buco brings that special style of preparation of pizza to the Tampa Bay area.
Passenger killed after driver falls asleep on I-275: FHP
A woman is dead after the driver of the car she was in fell asleep while heading south on I-275 near the Skyway Bridge, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A woman is dead after the driver of the car she was in fell asleep while heading south on I-275 near the Skyway Bridge, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Mike Alstott Foundation delivers Thanksgiving meals to firefighters across Tampa Bay area
Former Buccaneers fullback Mike Alstott and the Mike Alstott Family Foundation spent Sunday delivering full Thanksgiving meals to firefighters at 31 stations across Pinellas County, making 26 stops along the way.
Former Buccaneers fullback Mike Alstott and the Mike Alstott Family Foundation spent Sunday delivering full Thanksgiving meals to firefighters at 31 stations across Pinellas County, making 26 stops along the way.
Large amount of drugs seized at Tampa home: HCSO
A large amount of drugs was seized from a Tampa home after the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office conducted a search warrant on Friday.
A large amount of drugs was seized from a Tampa home after the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office conducted a search warrant on Friday.
'Florida Pakistani Community' celebrates Lok Virsa at USF Campus
Lok Virsa is a celebration of Pakistani culture in all forms and the 'Florida Pakistani Community' celebrated the event at the University of South Florida.
Lok Virsa is a celebration of Pakistani culture in all forms and the 'Florida Pakistani Community' celebrated the event at the University of South Florida.
Metro Ministries urgently requests donations to meet soaring Thanksgiving need
Metropolitan Ministries says demand for meal assistance is up 300% across the Bay Area.
Metropolitan Ministries says demand for meal assistance is up 300% across the Bay Area.
500 Tampa families receive Thanksgiving meals through Bullard Family Foundation, Metro Ministries
Just days before Thanksgiving, hundreds of Tampa families lined up outside Sligh Middle Magnet — also known as the Thaddeus M. Bullard Academy — for a holiday meal they might not otherwise have.
Just days before Thanksgiving, hundreds of Tampa families lined up outside Sligh Middle Magnet — also known as the Thaddeus M. Bullard Academy — for a holiday meal they might not otherwise have.
Unattended candle sparks house fire in Spring Hill: HCFR
Hernando County Fire and Rescue is reminding people of candle safety after a fire broke out at a Spring Hill home on Saturday afternoon.
Hernando County Fire and Rescue is reminding people of candle safety after a fire broke out at a Spring Hill home on Saturday afternoon.
FDLE investigating suspect's death while in custody
An investigation is underway after a man in police custody was taken to a hospital where he later died, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
An investigation is underway after a man in police custody was taken to a hospital where he later died, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
Suspended middle school student arrested for bringing pepper ball handgun to school: HCSO
A suspended Tomlin Middle School student is facing multiple charges after he brought a weapon to school, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
A suspended Tomlin Middle School student is facing multiple charges after he brought a weapon to school, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Pinocchio play comes to life on St. Pete stage this weekend
The children's storybook about a hand-crafted puppet that comes to life will be performed live on stage this weekend in St. Petersburg.
The children's storybook about a hand-crafted puppet that comes to life will be performed live on stage this weekend in St. Petersburg.
Tampa police share tips to protect your home from crime during holiday travel
Tampa Bay area law enforcement are reminding everyone this holiday season to include home safety in their travel checklist, so criminals don’t move in.
Tampa Bay area law enforcement are reminding everyone this holiday season to include home safety in their travel checklist, so criminals don’t move in.
Hillsborough County students experience a night of homelessness to foster empathy and support
Hundreds of high school students spent a night sleeping outside to experience firsthand the challenges faced.
Hundreds of high school students spent a night sleeping outside to experience firsthand the challenges faced.