Middle school English teacher wins 2026 Pinellas County Schools’ Teacher of the Year
Pinellas County has crowned its 2026 Teacher of the year. Denise White, a sixth and seventh grade English teacher at James B. Sanderlin K-8 School was named the winner Wednesday evening.
Pinellas County has crowned its 2026 Teacher of the year. Denise White, a sixth and seventh grade English teacher at James B. Sanderlin K-8 School was named the winner Wednesday evening.
Video: Convicted felon arrested with guns, drugs and stolen cards at Tampa Tesla charging station
A three-time convicted felon was arrested at a Tesla charging station at a Tampa Wawa gas station after the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says he had multiple felony warrants.
A three-time convicted felon was arrested at a Tesla charging station at a Tampa Wawa gas station after the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says he had multiple felony warrants.
Crime rates declining in St. Petersburg: Police
The St. Petersburg Police Department has released data from the past year's crime rates, and it points towards a decline in criminal activity.
The St. Petersburg Police Department has released data from the past year's crime rates, and it points towards a decline in criminal activity.
Florida Department of Education details subject areas most in need of teachers in new report
The new 'High Demand Teacher Needs Areas' report details critical teacher shortages in Florida by subject. The report was approved by the State Board of Education on Wednesday.
The new 'High Demand Teacher Needs Areas' report details critical teacher shortages in Florida by subject. The report was approved by the State Board of Education on Wednesday.
Highlands County brush fire burns 175 acres, prompts evacuations: Officials
A large brush fire in Highlands County quickly burned more than 175 acres in the northwest area of Leisure Lakes in Highlands County, fire crews said.
A large brush fire in Highlands County quickly burned more than 175 acres in the northwest area of Leisure Lakes in Highlands County, fire crews said.
Conservation groups launch lawsuit to protect Florida Panther habitat from 10,000-acre development
The Florida panther is treading water in the state as its numbers decline, and only about 230 adult panthers run wild, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conversation Commission (FWC).
The Florida panther is treading water in the state as its numbers decline, and only about 230 adult panthers run wild, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conversation Commission (FWC).
Odessa man looks to sell record-breaking bat for $39,000
Scott Bridges of Odessa is a big baseball fan, and he dedicated his life to making the game safer 26 years ago.
Scott Bridges of Odessa is a big baseball fan, and he dedicated his life to making the game safer 26 years ago.
Tampa house fire leaves cat dead, 5 other pets rescued: HCFR
A cat passed away, and five other pets were rescued from a home that caught fire in Tampa Wednesday morning, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
A cat passed away, and five other pets were rescued from a home that caught fire in Tampa Wednesday morning, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Pinellas tourism creates more than $10 billion in economic impact, report finds
A new report from Visit St. Pete-Clearwater's last fiscal year shows tourism remained a major economic driver in Pinellas County in 2025.
A new report from Visit St. Pete-Clearwater's last fiscal year shows tourism remained a major economic driver in Pinellas County in 2025.
‘Florida Man’s home’ in Pinellas Park could become Airbnb under new owners
Growing up, Jena Spencer’s house was the neighborhood playground.
Growing up, Jena Spencer’s house was the neighborhood playground.
Lakeland Habitat for Humanity launches 'legacy' home program for seniors to help prevent homelessness
A Lakeland nonprofit housing organization is launching a first-of-a-kind program that aims to prevent senior residents from ending up on the streets.
A Lakeland nonprofit housing organization is launching a first-of-a-kind program that aims to prevent senior residents from ending up on the streets.
St. Pete Mayor Ken Welch on Rays potentially moving to Tampa, focuses for reelection bid
St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch is about to kick off his reelection bid, and it comes at a time when the city is at a crossroads.
St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch is about to kick off his reelection bid, and it comes at a time when the city is at a crossroads.
Port Tampa Bay held first ever Maritime Workforce Expo for local students
Port Tampa Bay held its first ever Maritime Workforce Expo for local students on Wednesday.
Port Tampa Bay held its first ever Maritime Workforce Expo for local students on Wednesday.
Florida woman steals $30K of property from disabled Vietnam veteran in her care: CCSO
A woman who was supposed to be caring for a disabled Vietnam veteran is accused of stealing $30,000 worth of his property.
A woman who was supposed to be caring for a disabled Vietnam veteran is accused of stealing $30,000 worth of his property.
Electric bicycle battery sparks Citrus County house fire: CCFR
A Citrus County house fire is being blamed on an electric bicycle battery that was charging.
A Citrus County house fire is being blamed on an electric bicycle battery that was charging.
Tampa Bay Lightning to stay at Benchmark Arena through 2043
The Tampa Bay Lightning are staying in Tampa for the long haul after Hillsborough County commissioners signed off on a new lease extension agreement.
The Tampa Bay Lightning are staying in Tampa for the long haul after Hillsborough County commissioners signed off on a new lease extension agreement.
Fire spreads between homes in Tampa neighborhood: HCFR
Firefighters battled flames that spread across two homes in a Tampa neighborhood Wednesday afternoon, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Firefighters battled flames that spread across two homes in a Tampa neighborhood Wednesday afternoon, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Manatee County School District breaks ground on 8th high school in Lakewood Ranch area
The Manatee County School District broke ground on the eighth high school in the Lakewood Ranch area.
The Manatee County School District broke ground on the eighth high school in the Lakewood Ranch area.
Florida boat captain accused of selling cocaine found at sea
A Florida charter boat captain ran into murky water after deputies said he was selling drugs reportedly found at sea.
A Florida charter boat captain ran into murky water after deputies said he was selling drugs reportedly found at sea.
Tampa 'super speeder' jailed after going more than 140 mph on I-4: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol says a man was arrested early Wednesday morning after a trooper clocked a sedan traveling at more than 140 mph on Interstate 4 in Plant City.
The Florida Highway Patrol says a man was arrested early Wednesday morning after a trooper clocked a sedan traveling at more than 140 mph on Interstate 4 in Plant City.