Florida man accused of stealing package off porch after dare from friend: 'Exhibit a little common sense'
A man with an extensive criminal history is back in jail after admitting to police that he stole a package off a Davenport home's porch because a friend dared him to do it, according to police.
A man with an extensive criminal history is back in jail after admitting to police that he stole a package off a Davenport home's porch because a friend dared him to do it, according to police.
St. Pete residents blame neighboring construction for unprecedented flooding over weekend
A neighborhood in St. Pete was drying out Monday after this weekend’s storms brought flooding residents say they’ve never experienced.
A neighborhood in St. Pete was drying out Monday after this weekend’s storms brought flooding residents say they’ve never experienced.
Amazing memorabilia collection to be auctioned locally
Tampa Businessman Phil Alessi, Jr. has decided to sell most of his extensive collection of signed memorabilia from sports and entertainment figures.
Tampa Businessman Phil Alessi, Jr. has decided to sell most of his extensive collection of signed memorabilia from sports and entertainment figures.
TPA announces completion of Red Express Curbside as expansion plans continue
Tampa International Airport marked a milestone in its overall expansion plans on Monday by announcing the completion of its Red Express Curbside.
Tampa International Airport marked a milestone in its overall expansion plans on Monday by announcing the completion of its Red Express Curbside.
Florida DOGE reviewing Hillsborough County's $9 billion budget this week
State auditors are reviewing Hillsborough County’s $9 billion budget this week as part of a growing push to rein in local government spending across Florida.
State auditors are reviewing Hillsborough County’s $9 billion budget this week as part of a growing push to rein in local government spending across Florida.
City of Lake Wales to soon allow take-out alcohol in designated public zone downtown
For the first time in the City of Lake Wales, residents will be able to purchase take-out alcohol and enjoy it in designated public areas.
For the first time in the City of Lake Wales, residents will be able to purchase take-out alcohol and enjoy it in designated public areas.
1 hospitalized in near drowning on Treasure Island Beach
Treasure Island crews responded to a near drowning near 126th Avenue on Treasure Island Beach Monday afternoon, according to officials.
Treasure Island crews responded to a near drowning near 126th Avenue on Treasure Island Beach Monday afternoon, according to officials.
VIDEO: Pick-up truck fully engulfed in flames, person hospitalized, WHPD says
One person was hospitalized after a white pick-up truck went up in flames near the parking area between the Splash Pad and the Garden Center in Winter Haven, according to police.
One person was hospitalized after a white pick-up truck went up in flames near the parking area between the Splash Pad and the Garden Center in Winter Haven, according to police.
Hole forms on St. Pete road after car spins out, striking fire hydrant, power pole: police
St. Pete police are asking people to avoid a stretch of road where a hole has now formed after a car spun out of control and struck a fire hydrant and power pole.
St. Pete police are asking people to avoid a stretch of road where a hole has now formed after a car spun out of control and struck a fire hydrant and power pole.
Spring Hill woman helping an injured opossum in the road, hit, killed by vehicle: FHP
A Spring Hill woman was hit and killed by a vehicle on Sunday night when troopers say she got out of a vehicle to help an injured opossum in the road.
A Spring Hill woman was hit and killed by a vehicle on Sunday night when troopers say she got out of a vehicle to help an injured opossum in the road.
Suspected DUI driver arrested following Dunedin rollover crash
A man is accused of driving under the influence when he struck another vehicle in Dunedin on Sunday night, causing life-threatening injuries to the driver.
A man is accused of driving under the influence when he struck another vehicle in Dunedin on Sunday night, causing life-threatening injuries to the driver.
DeSantis touts completion of water-improvement project that reversed damage done by man-made canal
Governor Ron DeSantis says since he’s taken office, he’s worked hard to improve the state’s water quality and announced the completion of the Crane Creek M1 Canal Flow Restoration project during a press conference on Monday.
Governor Ron DeSantis says since he’s taken office, he’s worked hard to improve the state’s water quality and announced the completion of the Crane Creek M1 Canal Flow Restoration project during a press conference on Monday.
Hillsborough County students head back to school: Here’s what to know
Nearly a quarter of a million students and teachers are back to school in Hillsborough County. As the new year gets underway, there are new rules and policies school officials and Tampa police want everyone to know about.
Nearly a quarter of a million students and teachers are back to school in Hillsborough County. As the new year gets underway, there are new rules and policies school officials and Tampa police want everyone to know about.
Pinellas County schools start new year with strong grades, improved bus service, and new STEM programs
Pinellas County schools kicked off the 2025-2026 academic year with a strong showing — maintaining their "A" grade from the Florida Department of Education for the second year running.
Pinellas County schools kicked off the 2025-2026 academic year with a strong showing — maintaining their "A" grade from the Florida Department of Education for the second year running.
Nokomis shooting lands 2 in custody: SCSO
Two out of three persons of interest have been taken into custody following a shooting in Nokomis.
Two out of three persons of interest have been taken into custody following a shooting in Nokomis.
Medical examiner unable to identify body as Giovanni Pelletier due to state of decomposition: MCSO
A medical examiner has yet to make a positive identification of Giovanni Pelletier, the 18-year-old who went missing in Florida on Aug. 1, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
A medical examiner has yet to make a positive identification of Giovanni Pelletier, the 18-year-old who went missing in Florida on Aug. 1, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
VIDEO: Car catches fire on I-75 after suspected mechanical issue, HCFR says
A vehicle caught fire on I-75 after a suspected mechanical issue on Sunday afternoon, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.
A vehicle caught fire on I-75 after a suspected mechanical issue on Sunday afternoon, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.
Beacon Theatre in Brooksville evacuated after reports of smoke: HCFR
The Beacon Theatre in Brooksville was evacuated after reports of smoke in the building on Saturday night, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.
The Beacon Theatre in Brooksville was evacuated after reports of smoke in the building on Saturday night, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.
Lebanese cuisine promises customers a flavor filled journey
A family that left Lebanon because of the war has opened a restaurant to bring their flavors to Tampa.
A family that left Lebanon because of the war has opened a restaurant to bring their flavors to Tampa.
Lightning strike sparks Crystal River house fire: CCFR
Lightning caused a house fire on W. Jehle Court in Crystal River on Saturday afternoon, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.
Lightning caused a house fire on W. Jehle Court in Crystal River on Saturday afternoon, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.