Teen dies after being hit by train in Brandon: HCSO

A 17-year-old Brandon High School student was killed after being struck by a freight train Thursday morning, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

Catholic Charities expanding mental health services at homeless shelters location in multiple counties

Catholic Charities is now expanding its mental health services, with plans to add a permanent mental health counselor to every shelter location in Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco and Citrus counties.

Nursing student helps save a man believed to be overdosing

A nursing student in St. Petersburg saved a man's life while she was on her lunch break a few weeks ago.

Howard Frankland Bridge construction barrels toward finish line: Here’s what to know

Drivers crossing Tampa Bay are getting a clearer picture of what the future holds for the Howard Frankland Bridge as construction barrels toward the finish line.

Pinellas, state leaders break ground on new Science Center in St. Pete

After closing its doors more than a decade ago, the Science Center in St. Petersburg saw physical steps towards its new life Friday. 

St. Pete Athletic celebrating grand opening this weekend

Dubbed St. Pete’s urban country club, St. Pete Athletic has opened its doors and is celebrating its grand opening this weekend.

Gov. DeSantis and Florida health leaders discuss baby formula concerns

Florida leaders are sounding the alarm when it comes to baby formula as Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by First Lady Casey DeSantis, Dr. Joseph Ladapo and Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins in Bartow on Friday to discuss their concerns about its safety.

Dade City garage fire erupts from malfunctioning lithium‑ion batteries: PCFR

Pasco County Fire Rescue crews contained a garage fire early Wednesday morning that ignited in a Dade City home from malfunctioning lithium‑ion batteries.

Polk County deputies rescue abandoned rabbits in Lakeland field

Residents in the Lakeland neighborhood near Sligh Road and Majestic View Drive reported to deputies that someone dumped domestic animals in a nearby field. 

Clearwater quacks up: world's largest 'rubber duck' goes up in park

An enormous inflatable 'rubber' duck, touted as the world’s largest, is now towering over Coachman Park in downtown Clearwater.

St. Pete luxury high-rise approved, low-income residents facing displacement

A long-debated high-rise is officially moving forward in downtown St. Petersburg despite strong opposition from residents who say they’ll be displaced by the project.