Video: Injured Florida grandmother helped by real-life Lassie
A dog in the Florida panhandle is being compared to Lassie after he led a deputy to his injured ‘grandmother’ who had fallen during their walk.
A dog in the Florida panhandle is being compared to Lassie after he led a deputy to his injured ‘grandmother’ who had fallen during their walk.
Screwdriver stabbing suspects sought by New Port Richey police
Police in New Port Richey are asking for help identifying four suspects connected with a screwdriver stabbing on Sunday evening.
Police in New Port Richey are asking for help identifying four suspects connected with a screwdriver stabbing on Sunday evening.
Florida smoke shop worker arrested after allegedly kidnapping, beating teens accused of robbing store
A 23-year-old Florida smoke shop worker has been arrested after he allegedly kidnapped and beat several teens who are accused of previously burglarizing the store.
A 23-year-old Florida smoke shop worker has been arrested after he allegedly kidnapped and beat several teens who are accused of previously burglarizing the store.
Local investors unveil redevelopment proposal for Gas Plant District, with or without the Rays
A group of local investors and developers are pitching a plan to transform St. Petersburg’s Gas Plant District, whether the Tampa Bay Rays are part of the deal.
A group of local investors and developers are pitching a plan to transform St. Petersburg’s Gas Plant District, whether the Tampa Bay Rays are part of the deal.
My Safe Florida Home: Some insurance bills may go up after state-funded upgrades
The My Safe Florida Home Program originally launched in 2006 and was revived in 2022 to help homeowners strengthen their properties against hurricanes. The state promotes it as a way to both protect homes and potentially lower insurance costs.
The My Safe Florida Home Program originally launched in 2006 and was revived in 2022 to help homeowners strengthen their properties against hurricanes. The state promotes it as a way to both protect homes and potentially lower insurance costs.
Florida farmers struggle as fewer migrant workers want H-2A visas
In Plant City, one of Florida’s agricultural hubs, farms depend heavily on migrant labor to keep fields producing and crops from rotting. Local farmer Lee Wroten says nearly all his workforce is made up of H-2A visa holders.
In Plant City, one of Florida’s agricultural hubs, farms depend heavily on migrant labor to keep fields producing and crops from rotting. Local farmer Lee Wroten says nearly all his workforce is made up of H-2A visa holders.
St. Pete food pantry expands due to demand
Love Thy Neighbor’s founder says the food pantry and thrift shop serve about 2,000 every two weeks.
Love Thy Neighbor’s founder says the food pantry and thrift shop serve about 2,000 every two weeks.
NTSB investigating plane crash in Florida peanut field
The Levy County Sheriff's Office says there were three people on board when the plane crashed, and investigators say they haven't found any survivors.
The Levy County Sheriff's Office says there were three people on board when the plane crashed, and investigators say they haven't found any survivors.
Need for 911 dispatchers grows in Lakeland as population rises
With the City of Lakeland's growing population, the need for 911 dispatchers is increasing as well.
With the City of Lakeland's growing population, the need for 911 dispatchers is increasing as well.
Hillsborough ranks first in Florida for high number of books banned, district pushes back
Hillsborough County Public Schools is disputing a new national report that claims the district has pulled more books from school libraries than any other in Florida, saying the true number of removed titles is far lower.
Hillsborough County Public Schools is disputing a new national report that claims the district has pulled more books from school libraries than any other in Florida, saying the true number of removed titles is far lower.
Sneak peek: Mote Sea Aquarium opening Wednesday
Mote SEA, located off I-75 at University Parkway, opens its doors to the public on Wednesday. The aquarium's goal is to provide STEM education for students while leaving visitors with a great appreciation of marine environments.
Mote SEA, located off I-75 at University Parkway, opens its doors to the public on Wednesday. The aquarium's goal is to provide STEM education for students while leaving visitors with a great appreciation of marine environments.
Tampa homicide suspect caught on cellphone video by one of his alleged victims
Investigators say a victim in a double murder last week was recording on her cellphone at the time of the shooting.
Investigators say a victim in a double murder last week was recording on her cellphone at the time of the shooting.
Kevin Rodriguez Zavala's family: We want better safety standards, not to tear down Universal, Stardust Racers
Attorney Ben Crump and the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the 32-year-old man who died after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe, accused Universal Orlando on Monday of putting "profits over people" by reopening the ride weeks after Zavala's death.
Attorney Ben Crump and the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the 32-year-old man who died after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe, accused Universal Orlando on Monday of putting "profits over people" by reopening the ride weeks after Zavala's death.
Riverview man killed in crash on I-75 entrance ramp from Fowler Avenue: FHP
A vehicle crash claimed the life of a Riverview man on Monday morning.
A vehicle crash claimed the life of a Riverview man on Monday morning.
New traffic pattern starts this week at US 301 and Symmes Road in Riverview
FDOT warns drivers of possible delays due to a traffic shift at US 301 and Symmes Road.
FDOT warns drivers of possible delays due to a traffic shift at US 301 and Symmes Road.
Pinellas Park man killed in officer-involved shooting: PCSO
A Pinellas Park man is dead after an officer-involved shooting at a home on the 4300 block of 82nd Ave. N.
A Pinellas Park man is dead after an officer-involved shooting at a home on the 4300 block of 82nd Ave. N.
New trash pickup schedule begins in unincorporated Manatee County
A big change is rolling out for homeowners in unincorporated Manatee County — and it all starts Monday, October 6.
A big change is rolling out for homeowners in unincorporated Manatee County — and it all starts Monday, October 6.
'Alligator Alcatraz': Florida immigration detention center approved for $608 million reimbursement
The State of Florida has been approved for a $608 million reimbursement from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for its “Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention center.
The State of Florida has been approved for a $608 million reimbursement from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for its “Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention center.
Accused child molester wanted in Hernando County arrested in France
A man who was accused of molesting a child in Hernando County was arrested in France.
A man who was accused of molesting a child in Hernando County was arrested in France.
Teen’s death sparks pedestrian safety changes
Family and friends of a teenager who was killed a decade ago gathered to honor her on Sunday night and celebrate the progress that's been made when it comes to pedestrian safety over the last 10 years.
Family and friends of a teenager who was killed a decade ago gathered to honor her on Sunday night and celebrate the progress that's been made when it comes to pedestrian safety over the last 10 years.



















