Trump-backed election push gains ground in Florida as legal fight looms

Florida lawmakers have approved a sweeping election bill modeled after federal legislation backed by President Donald Trump, setting up a potential legal showdown if Gov. Ron DeSantis signs the measure.

Tampa Bay area shops saving fabric hunters after JOANN closures: 'Mighty in a little, small spot'

A big corporation can often put the small shops out of business, but when JOANN Fabrics and Crafts closed its doors for good across the country last year, it allowed small businesses to fill that gap for crafters and sewers.

Suspected driver in custody after child killed, another critically injured in Polk County hit-and-run crash

The suspected driver accused of hitting two young children outside a church Wednesday evening, killing an 8-year-old boy and leaving another 10-year-old fighting for his life, has been arrested. 

MOSI exhibition 'Dreaming in Bamboo' highlights blend of science and art

Artist Alexander Nixon knew that the Museum of Science and Innovation (MOSI) was the perfect home for his collection "Dreaming in Bamboo." 

Bill to potentially block Manatee cruise port approved

A new coastal resiliency bill passed by Florida lawmakers could stand in the way of a proposed cruise terminal in Manatee County.

150,000 people in Pinellas County face food insecurity — ‘Empty Bowls’ fundraiser steps in

More than 150,000 people in Pinellas County struggle to get enough food, according to figures shared by Daystar Life Center, and this weekend, the nonprofit is asking the community to help fill that gap.