Lake Wales man accused of beating man with clothes iron: PCSO
A Lake Wales man was arrested after Polk County detectives said he began his Labor Day by violently attacking another man with a clothes iron, causing the iron to break into pieces.
A Lake Wales man was arrested after Polk County detectives said he began his Labor Day by violently attacking another man with a clothes iron, causing the iron to break into pieces.
Indian Rocks Beach bans smoking and vaping on the sand
Smoking and vaping are now prohibited on the sand in Indian Rocks Beach.
Smoking and vaping are now prohibited on the sand in Indian Rocks Beach.
Air Force One pilot recounts the mission to protect the President on September 11, 2001
A former Air Force One pilot will recount his experience protecting President George W. Bush at a Sarasota airport breakfast Friday, marking 25 years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks transformed a routine school visit into a high-stakes security mission.
A former Air Force One pilot will recount his experience protecting President George W. Bush at a Sarasota airport breakfast Friday, marking 25 years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks transformed a routine school visit into a high-stakes security mission.
What is EMAS? Explaining the technology used to stop planes that overrun runways
A fatal Amazon cargo jet crash at Miami International Airport has refocused attention on airport runway safety systems across Florida.
A fatal Amazon cargo jet crash at Miami International Airport has refocused attention on airport runway safety systems across Florida.
Tarpon Springs maritime businesses refurbish and upgrade Tampa Bay ferry boats
The Tampa Bay Ferry service’s two boats are getting some TLC in Tarpon Springs before they set sail.
The Tampa Bay Ferry service’s two boats are getting some TLC in Tarpon Springs before they set sail.
Jury selection underway in Bartow for 2020 Frostproof triple murder suspect
Jury selection is underway in Bartow as Tony "TJ" Wiggins stands trial for first-degree murder in the 2020 shooting deaths of three friends near Frostproof.
Jury selection is underway in Bartow as Tony "TJ" Wiggins stands trial for first-degree murder in the 2020 shooting deaths of three friends near Frostproof.
Sen. Ashley Moody proposes U.S. Space Academy in Florida
Sen. Ashley Moody introduced legislation on Tuesday to officially establish Florida as the home of the new U.S. Space Academy.
Sen. Ashley Moody introduced legislation on Tuesday to officially establish Florida as the home of the new U.S. Space Academy.
Two Tampa teens denied bond in alleged beating of homeless man: 'Nothing else to do'
A judge denied bond for two of three Tampa teenagers charged in a brutal attack that left a homeless man unconscious, according to court testimony.
A judge denied bond for two of three Tampa teenagers charged in a brutal attack that left a homeless man unconscious, according to court testimony.
Baker Mayfield agrees to $165 million, three-year extension with Bucs
Quarterback Baker Mayfield has agreed to a three-year, $165 million contract extension with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, securing his place as the franchise quarterback through the 2029 season.
Quarterback Baker Mayfield has agreed to a three-year, $165 million contract extension with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, securing his place as the franchise quarterback through the 2029 season.
Lightning strikes St. Petersburg Catholic High School gym
A lightning strike hit the gymnasium at St. Petersburg Catholic High School, sending smoke pouring from the building's roof.
A lightning strike hit the gymnasium at St. Petersburg Catholic High School, sending smoke pouring from the building's roof.
Historic Jackson House in Tampa partially collapses, concerns grow about landmark's future
A portion of Tampa's historic Jackson House partially collapsed, renewing concerns from city leaders about the future of the landmark and the long-delayed effort to restore it.
A portion of Tampa's historic Jackson House partially collapsed, renewing concerns from city leaders about the future of the landmark and the long-delayed effort to restore it.
Florida congressional race: Retired Army Brig. Gen. Leela Gray challenges Rep. Anna Paulina Luna
As usual, the race for control of Congress is running through the Tampa Bay region.
As usual, the race for control of Congress is running through the Tampa Bay region.
FWC announces no violations after sharks found cut up on Redington Beach
Florida Fish and Wildlife announced that no violations happened after witnesses reported two sharks found cut up on the beach in Redington Beach.
Florida Fish and Wildlife announced that no violations happened after witnesses reported two sharks found cut up on the beach in Redington Beach.
SRQ airport employees recall President Bush's visit as 9/11 unfolded: 'It changed everybody'
Employees at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport are reflecting on the day George W. Bush returned to Air Force One following the terror attacks on September 11, 2001.
Employees at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport are reflecting on the day George W. Bush returned to Air Force One following the terror attacks on September 11, 2001.
Body found floating in water near St. Pete Pier, police say
A body was found floating in the water near the St. Pete Pier Tuesday afternoon, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.
A body was found floating in the water near the St. Pete Pier Tuesday afternoon, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.
Victims identified in fatal Amazon cargo jet crash at Miami airport
Authorities in Miami identified the five people killed when an Amazon cargo plane overran a runway while landing at Miami International Airport on Sunday, crashing into vehicles and catching on fire.
Authorities in Miami identified the five people killed when an Amazon cargo plane overran a runway while landing at Miami International Airport on Sunday, crashing into vehicles and catching on fire.
Church for the homeless in Lakeland offers meals, worship, and a true sense of belonging
Every Wednesday, hundreds of people gather at a colorful East Main Street ministry in Lakeland that provides hot meals, spiritual worship and job outreach programs.
Every Wednesday, hundreds of people gather at a colorful East Main Street ministry in Lakeland that provides hot meals, spiritual worship and job outreach programs.
Bodies of 4 recovered after plane goes missing in Bahamas
Family members say the bodies of four people aboard a small plane that disappeared shortly after taking off from the Bahamas have been recovered.
Family members say the bodies of four people aboard a small plane that disappeared shortly after taking off from the Bahamas have been recovered.
Tarpon Springs approves ordinance restricting bikes, scooters on busy sidewalks
Tarpon Springs city commissioners voted Tuesday night on a new ordinance that would ban riding personal mobility vehicles and devices on sidewalks in parts of the city that are popular with tourists.
Tarpon Springs city commissioners voted Tuesday night on a new ordinance that would ban riding personal mobility vehicles and devices on sidewalks in parts of the city that are popular with tourists.
Florida AG proposes criminal penalties for AI companies over chatbot crimes: 'We need accountability'
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is proposing legislation that would create criminal penalties for corporations when their artificial intelligence chatbots engage in crimes, saying companies must be held accountable for how their technology is designed, controlled and used.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is proposing legislation that would create criminal penalties for corporations when their artificial intelligence chatbots engage in crimes, saying companies must be held accountable for how their technology is designed, controlled and used.