Unleashed dog kills nearly 2 dozen newly born sea turtles in Florida, officials say
Volunteers with the Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol in Northeast Florida say 23 hatchlings were recently found dead along the surf in Atlantic Beach, with evidence that suggests the juveniles were killed during a vicious dog attack.
Volunteers with the Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol in Northeast Florida say 23 hatchlings were recently found dead along the surf in Atlantic Beach, with evidence that suggests the juveniles were killed during a vicious dog attack.
Florida man arrested after baby exposed to fentanyl, cocaine: ACSO
A man faces serious charges after deputies in North Central Florida say a 2-month-old baby was exposed to multiple drugs, sending the infant to the hospital.
A man faces serious charges after deputies in North Central Florida say a 2-month-old baby was exposed to multiple drugs, sending the infant to the hospital.
St. Pete residents push for community-owned grocery store in 'food desert'
For years, South St. Petersburg residents have asked city leaders the same question: How to bring fresh and affordable groceries to their neighborhoods? Despite efforts to attract major grocery chains, no store has committed to opening in the area, leaving families without easy access to healthy options.
For years, South St. Petersburg residents have asked city leaders the same question: How to bring fresh and affordable groceries to their neighborhoods? Despite efforts to attract major grocery chains, no store has committed to opening in the area, leaving families without easy access to healthy options.
Hillsborough lawmaker pushes to dissolve HART, launch city-only transit
Hillsborough County's main bus system could be facing major changes. State Rep. Michael Owen says he is working on legislation to dismantle HART and replace it with a Tampa-only transit agency.
Hillsborough County's main bus system could be facing major changes. State Rep. Michael Owen says he is working on legislation to dismantle HART and replace it with a Tampa-only transit agency.
Manatee County Schools select new superintendent
School board members in Manatee County selected its newest superintendent on Tuesday.
School board members in Manatee County selected its newest superintendent on Tuesday.
St. Pete woman reunites with first responders who saved her life
A St. Pete woman reunited with the first responders who saved her life in 2023.
A St. Pete woman reunited with the first responders who saved her life in 2023.
New Airbnb features slice of old Ybor City
After restoring a 1925 casita home in Ybor, a local history buff has posted it for rent on Airbnb.
After restoring a 1925 casita home in Ybor, a local history buff has posted it for rent on Airbnb.
FDOT orders Daytona Speedway checkered crosswalk painted over in safety crackdown
The checkered crosswalk outside Daytona International Speedway — a familiar sight for race fans — is set to be painted over as part of a statewide crackdown on decorative street art, transportation officials said.
The checkered crosswalk outside Daytona International Speedway — a familiar sight for race fans — is set to be painted over as part of a statewide crackdown on decorative street art, transportation officials said.
Grady Judd wipes smile off face of illegal immigrant who attacked federal agent in Lakeland
An illegal immigrant with several outstanding warrants has been taken into custody after attacking and hospitalizing a federal ICE agent during a traffic stop in Lakeland, according to Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.
An illegal immigrant with several outstanding warrants has been taken into custody after attacking and hospitalizing a federal ICE agent during a traffic stop in Lakeland, according to Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.
Community helps support Hap's Honda BMX racing team after theft
On Aug. 23, the team manager for Hap's Honda BMX discovered their trailer was broken into.
On Aug. 23, the team manager for Hap's Honda BMX discovered their trailer was broken into.
Gov. DeSantis doubles down on FDOT order to remove street murals
Governor Ron DeSantis responded to the outcry over an order from the Florida Department of Transportation to remove street art that could violate traffic safety guidelines.
Governor Ron DeSantis responded to the outcry over an order from the Florida Department of Transportation to remove street art that could violate traffic safety guidelines.
Palestinian-American from Florida held in Israeli prison
The family of a Palestinian-American teen from Florida is calling for his immediate release from an Israeli prison, where he has been held for six months.
The family of a Palestinian-American teen from Florida is calling for his immediate release from an Israeli prison, where he has been held for six months.
Plant City woman hits, kills toddler while backing out of driveway: Police
A deadly crash involving a toddler is under investigation in Plant City.
A deadly crash involving a toddler is under investigation in Plant City.
Former USF football coach Jim Leavitt accused of hitting ex-girlfriend, stealing Louis Vuitton handbags
Jim Leavitt, the former head football coach for the USF Bulls, found himself in hot water again after he was arrested on Monday night in Pinellas County.
Jim Leavitt, the former head football coach for the USF Bulls, found himself in hot water again after he was arrested on Monday night in Pinellas County.
Lake Wales Arts Council creates Studio 60 class to fill need
Each year, the Lake Wales Arts Council offers summer camps for kids. During the school year, a variety of adult classes and workshops are offered.
Each year, the Lake Wales Arts Council offers summer camps for kids. During the school year, a variety of adult classes and workshops are offered.
Illegal immigrant caught with $400K of jewelry shoved inside a stuffed animal was a ‘traveling gypsy:' MCSO
An illegal immigrant from Romania is accused of stealing $400,000 of jewelry and hiding it in a child’s stuffed animal one day after he hit a South Florida jewelry store.
An illegal immigrant from Romania is accused of stealing $400,000 of jewelry and hiding it in a child’s stuffed animal one day after he hit a South Florida jewelry store.
Governor DeSantis touts 'major progress' on Howard Frankland Bridge, I-275 widening projects
Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke Tuesday about "major progress" on the Tampa Bay area's largest state-funded road projects, including the expansion of the Howard Frankland Bridge along with a stretch of I-275 in Pinellas County.
Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke Tuesday about "major progress" on the Tampa Bay area's largest state-funded road projects, including the expansion of the Howard Frankland Bridge along with a stretch of I-275 in Pinellas County.
New ‘family lanes’ launching at TPA. Here’s how they could streamline TSA security screenings
There’s a new option for families flying out of Tampa International Airport, and it’s designed to help speed up the security screening process for all passengers.
There’s a new option for families flying out of Tampa International Airport, and it’s designed to help speed up the security screening process for all passengers.
DeSantis slams California Democrat over claim 'Diary of Anne Frank' banned in Florida
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis pushed back against claims on Monday that the state banned Anne Frank's famous World War II-era diary, noting it's actually on the state's recommended reading list.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis pushed back against claims on Monday that the state banned Anne Frank's famous World War II-era diary, noting it's actually on the state's recommended reading list.
Homicide investigation underway after shooting in Bradenton neighborhood
The Bradenton Police Department says detectives are investigating a homicide after gunfire in a neighborhood left a person dead.
The Bradenton Police Department says detectives are investigating a homicide after gunfire in a neighborhood left a person dead.