Viral manta ray video sparks legislation to ban captures for entertainment in Florida

A video recorded last summer off Panama City shows anglers pulling a massive manta ray onto their boat and placing it into a kiddie pool. The manta ray, a threatened species, was later exported overseas for exhibition.

Florida RV SuperShow rolls into Tampa for 41st year

The Florida RV SuperShow is a five-day event showcasing and displaying different RVs, accessories and having special guests speak during different times of the week.

Tampa's Riveters restaurant is a tribute to WWII with fresh foods and craft beers

It’s a cross between a museum and a restaurant, and it bears the name of a World War II icon as a nod to the history of America’s Greatest Generation.

Bradenton hit-and-run crash leaves pedestrian dead, motorcyclist arrested

A motorcyclist was arrested after police say he left the scene of a deadly crash after hitting a pedestrian crossing a road in Bradenton Friday evening.

Florida woman accused of firing gunshot through wall during argument with boyfriend: PCSO

A Florida woman is facing an attempted murder charge after she allegedly fired a gun through a bedroom wall during a dispute with her boyfriend, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office.

Hernando woman arrested in murder-for-hire plot: CCSO

An 81-year-old Hernando woman was arrested after investigators say she tried to hire someone to commit murder.

Florida man arrested after high-speed chase, 6 vehicle crash in Lakeland

Jerell Carr, a 35-year-old man from Tampa, was arrested in Lakeland after a dangerous high-speed chase that ended in a multi-vehicle crash, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Valrico residents relieved after man accused of tossing nails on Miller Road arrested

Hillsborough County deputies said they arrested the man they believe is responsible for placing nails on the roadway, and neighbors in Valrico said they are relieved. 

St. Pete social workers prepare for cold weekend, hand out supplies through CALL program

Cold snaps aren’t new for St. Pete’s CALL program, but workers recently figured out what makes the most impact to help residents get through the drop in temperatures.

Florida governor’s race: Byron Donalds leading candidate for Republican nomination, poll shows

Rep. Byron Donalds is the leading candidate for the Republican nomination for Florida's next governor as the midterm election in November inches closer, according to a new poll.  

Children’s Gasparilla Parade: Ye Mystic Krewe members sharing traditions with their own young pirates

One week before the Children’s Gasparilla Parade, members of Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla (YMKG) reflected on their own memories of the longstanding tradition they used to attend as youngsters.

Polk deputies accused of assaulting teen with disabilities while serving warrant, family seeks accountability

A Winter Haven family is calling for the Polk County Sheriff's Office to be held accountable after they say their 15-year-old son was wrongfully detained and traumatized during the execution of an arrest warrant.