FWC investigating spike in manatee deaths over the past week
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) is trying to figure out what is killing the manatees in Lee County after 25 were found dead in the past week.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) is trying to figure out what is killing the manatees in Lee County after 25 were found dead in the past week.
Rainbow lasers light up skyline for Winter Pride St. Pete
Seven beams of laser light lit up the night sky over St. Petersburg on Thursday night. It’s part of Winter Pride St. Pete, where organizers say this colorful installation is a response to the removal of the city’s rainbow crosswalk.
Seven beams of laser light lit up the night sky over St. Petersburg on Thursday night. It’s part of Winter Pride St. Pete, where organizers say this colorful installation is a response to the removal of the city’s rainbow crosswalk.
Facing a 50-Minute drive? How Tampa Bay doctors are fighting Florida’s maternity care deserts
Driving an hour away to the hospital due to lack of access to maternity care is a reality for pregnant women as a new report out shows fewer hospitals are delivering babies.
Driving an hour away to the hospital due to lack of access to maternity care is a reality for pregnant women as a new report out shows fewer hospitals are delivering babies.
Protesters against proposed Fort Meade data center gather outside city hall
There were about a dozen protesters outside Fort Meade City Hall on Thursday ready to show they are not backing down, and they want a proposed data center project to be canceled.
There were about a dozen protesters outside Fort Meade City Hall on Thursday ready to show they are not backing down, and they want a proposed data center project to be canceled.
St. Pete non-profit, local churches create housing for foster youth aging out of system
Now, a new initiative in St. Petersburg is turning empty church parking lots into a lifeline for those who age out of the foster care system.
Now, a new initiative in St. Petersburg is turning empty church parking lots into a lifeline for those who age out of the foster care system.
Florida Poly's new esports arena is about having fun and preparing students for the workforce
Florida Polytechnic University opened its brand-new esports arena on campus, which is not just about having fun and gaming competitively, it's also about preparing students for their own careers.
Florida Polytechnic University opened its brand-new esports arena on campus, which is not just about having fun and gaming competitively, it's also about preparing students for their own careers.
Robotic pets show positive outcomes in new dementia care clinical study through Sarasota Memorial Hospital
A clinical trial involving robotic pets and elderly adults hospitalized with dementia showed far-reaching impacts.
A clinical trial involving robotic pets and elderly adults hospitalized with dementia showed far-reaching impacts.
Tampa soul food restaurant reopens 16 months after damage from Hurricane Milton
Blue Flame Soul Food is finally back open after hurricane repairs kept the kitchen dark for over a year.
Blue Flame Soul Food is finally back open after hurricane repairs kept the kitchen dark for over a year.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier working second job as UF adjunct professor — with $100K salary
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has another title: Professor.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has another title: Professor.
Duke Energy hardens Florida power grid by putting hundreds of miles of lines underground
While it may not be hurricane season right now, utility crews in Pinellas County are spending the winter months buried in work, literally.
While it may not be hurricane season right now, utility crews in Pinellas County are spending the winter months buried in work, literally.
Affordable housing community opens in Tampa's West River neighborhood
Tampa city leaders marked a major milestone in the city’s affordable housing efforts with a ribbon-cutting celebration for Canopy at West River, a new multiphase housing community in West Tampa.
Tampa city leaders marked a major milestone in the city’s affordable housing efforts with a ribbon-cutting celebration for Canopy at West River, a new multiphase housing community in West Tampa.
Search underway for teen accused of shooting, killing 16-year-old girl in Tampa: Police
Detectives are continuing their search for a 17-year-old suspect in connection with the shooting that left a 16-year-old girl dead last month, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Detectives are continuing their search for a 17-year-old suspect in connection with the shooting that left a 16-year-old girl dead last month, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Morning chair-based exercises helping seniors at Oak Tree Manor
The day begins with exercises for the 60-some senior residents that live at Oak Tree Manor.
The day begins with exercises for the 60-some senior residents that live at Oak Tree Manor.
Man arrested after shooting victim in face, foot at Riverview home: Deputies
A man was arrested days after another man was shot in the face and foot in Riverview, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
A man was arrested days after another man was shot in the face and foot in Riverview, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg 2026: Here’s what to know
The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg is revving up and will roll into town at the end of the month.
The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg is revving up and will roll into town at the end of the month.
Florida lawmaker steps in to halt controversial Manatee cruise terminal
On Wednesday, Senator Jim Boyd (R-Manatee) filed an amendment to a coastal resiliency bill that would expand dredging protections over the Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve, an area recently targeted for the site of a new cruise terminal.
On Wednesday, Senator Jim Boyd (R-Manatee) filed an amendment to a coastal resiliency bill that would expand dredging protections over the Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve, an area recently targeted for the site of a new cruise terminal.
2 dead, 1 airlifted after fire breaks out at Sebring home
Two people are dead, and another person was airlifted to the hospital after a fire broke out at a manufactured home in Sebring, according to the fire department.
Two people are dead, and another person was airlifted to the hospital after a fire broke out at a manufactured home in Sebring, according to the fire department.
Penguins return to State Capitol to highlight storm protection and coral funding
The Florida Aquarium brought their African penguins to the State Capitol this week to meet with lawmakers.
The Florida Aquarium brought their African penguins to the State Capitol this week to meet with lawmakers.
Trooper dies in line of duty after medical emergency at training academy
The Florida Highway Patrol is mourning the loss of one of its troopers.
The Florida Highway Patrol is mourning the loss of one of its troopers.
Bradenton Area River Regatta returns this weekend with powerboat racing, drone show and major road closures
The roar of high-speed boats and the glow of drones over the Manatee River will once again draw huge crowds to downtown Bradenton.
The roar of high-speed boats and the glow of drones over the Manatee River will once again draw huge crowds to downtown Bradenton.