Tampa police ramp up security ahead of MLK Day, Gasparilla Parades
Tampa police say they are entering one of their busiest times of the year as they prepare to secure a series of major parades beginning this weekend with the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day parade.
Tampa police say they are entering one of their busiest times of the year as they prepare to secure a series of major parades beginning this weekend with the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day parade.
Security guard arrested for killing ex-girlfriend inside Bradenton medical lab: Police
Bradenton Police Chief Josh Cramer described the actions of Keith Roberts Jr. as "cruel" and "evil." The suspect is accused of walking into a Bradenton medical lab on Thursday and shooting two women.
Bradenton Police Chief Josh Cramer described the actions of Keith Roberts Jr. as "cruel" and "evil." The suspect is accused of walking into a Bradenton medical lab on Thursday and shooting two women.
Will the Rays include HCC? School urging team to incorporate college in stadium development plans
Next week, Hillsborough Community College's Board of Trustees will vote on whether to give up land to the Tampa Bay Rays in order to develop a commercial district and new stadium.
Next week, Hillsborough Community College's Board of Trustees will vote on whether to give up land to the Tampa Bay Rays in order to develop a commercial district and new stadium.
Seattle-based company shares proposal for new cruise terminal in Manatee County
Seattle-based SSA Marine, which is a global marine operator, posted a new proposal on a new website, promoting the development of a cruise terminal in Manatee County.
Seattle-based SSA Marine, which is a global marine operator, posted a new proposal on a new website, promoting the development of a cruise terminal in Manatee County.
1 killed while rappelling down tree at Sims Park in New Port Richey: Police
Sims Park in New Port Richey is temporarily closed after police say someone died in a rappelling incident.
Sims Park in New Port Richey is temporarily closed after police say someone died in a rappelling incident.
Capybara fans meet residents of future habitat CapyCove
The world's largest rodents seem to be popping up all over Tampa Bay, but like many other capybaras, the trio with CapyCove, seem to be welcomed by most.
The world's largest rodents seem to be popping up all over Tampa Bay, but like many other capybaras, the trio with CapyCove, seem to be welcomed by most.
Sarasota Station Apartments breaks ground as 20-year vision becomes reality
Rent has gone up and so have the prices of homes, so much so, that some are being priced out of Sarasota. Now, a new workforce housing complex is hoping to solve some of those problems.
Rent has gone up and so have the prices of homes, so much so, that some are being priced out of Sarasota. Now, a new workforce housing complex is hoping to solve some of those problems.
Caught on camera: Brightline train crushes delivery robot stuck on tracks in Miami
A food delivery robot was demolished by a Brightline train in Miami Thursday evening after getting stuck on the train tracks.
A food delivery robot was demolished by a Brightline train in Miami Thursday evening after getting stuck on the train tracks.
Report: Woman dead after riding Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Studios Florida
A 70-year-old woman became unresponsive after riding the "Revenge of the Mummy" ride at Universal Orlando Resort – and later died at the hospital, according to the state's latest theme park incidents report.
A 70-year-old woman became unresponsive after riding the "Revenge of the Mummy" ride at Universal Orlando Resort – and later died at the hospital, according to the state's latest theme park incidents report.
Smoking materials may have sparked fire that burned Lecanto mobile home: CCFR
A Lecanto mobile home was destroyed by a fire that broke out on Thursday night, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.
A Lecanto mobile home was destroyed by a fire that broke out on Thursday night, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.
Florida woman arrested after 50 neglected dogs rescued during illegal breeding investigation: CCSO
A Florida woman was arrested Wednesday after 50 neglected dogs were removed from her home, where investigators say she was illegally breeding, selling dogs and practicing veterinary medicine without a license, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office.
A Florida woman was arrested Wednesday after 50 neglected dogs were removed from her home, where investigators say she was illegally breeding, selling dogs and practicing veterinary medicine without a license, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office.
Vehicle fire shuts down I-75 southbound for several hours: FHP
I-75 southbound was completely closed on Thursday night into Friday morning after a commercial vehicle caught fire near milepost 244, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
I-75 southbound was completely closed on Thursday night into Friday morning after a commercial vehicle caught fire near milepost 244, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Thousands to lose access to HIV drugs with new cuts
An estimated 10,000 people are about to lose access to their HIV medication as the Florida Department of Health makes cuts to the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP).
An estimated 10,000 people are about to lose access to their HIV medication as the Florida Department of Health makes cuts to the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP).
TikTok challenge lands Florida man in jail for trying to spend the night in Walmart after it closed: CCSO
A Florida man was busted in the dog bed section of Walmart after deputies said he was live-streaming himself on TikTok while trying to stay in the store for 24 hours.
A Florida man was busted in the dog bed section of Walmart after deputies said he was live-streaming himself on TikTok while trying to stay in the store for 24 hours.
Florida governor candidate proposes 'sin tax' on OnlyFans creators
Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback is proposing a hefty crackdown on OnlyFans creators in the state.
Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback is proposing a hefty crackdown on OnlyFans creators in the state.
Treasure Island Kite Festival returns with colorful displays and steady wind
The 29th Annual Treasure Island Kite Festival runs from January 16–18 along the beach behind the Thunderbird Beach Resort.
The 29th Annual Treasure Island Kite Festival runs from January 16–18 along the beach behind the Thunderbird Beach Resort.
Manatee County Fair still draws crowds despite cold temperatures opening night
As a bitter cold snap sweeps through Florida, freeze warnings were in effect for much of the Sunshine State. Despite the cold, though, crowds still poured into the Manatee County Fair on opening night.
As a bitter cold snap sweeps through Florida, freeze warnings were in effect for much of the Sunshine State. Despite the cold, though, crowds still poured into the Manatee County Fair on opening night.
Iranian protests: Safety Harbor businessman worried about family, friends as country remains in blackout
A Safety Harbor Iranian American businessman wants to go visit his father’s grave in Iran, but the Islamic Republic has made returning difficult and potentially dangerous.
A Safety Harbor Iranian American businessman wants to go visit his father’s grave in Iran, but the Islamic Republic has made returning difficult and potentially dangerous.
St. Pete MLK Parade expected to draw thousands as tourism data shows it brings millions in economic impact
Thousands of people are expected to line the streets of St. Petersburg on Monday as the city celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. — and the return of one of its most meaningful traditions.
Thousands of people are expected to line the streets of St. Petersburg on Monday as the city celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. — and the return of one of its most meaningful traditions.
Tampa man arrested in 2022 deadly apartment shooting: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man on Tuesday in connection with a 2022 shooting that left a man dead at an apartment complex in Tampa.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man on Tuesday in connection with a 2022 shooting that left a man dead at an apartment complex in Tampa.