Florida redfish could soon be more widely available thanks to Sarasota company
Redfish, prized by anglers across Florida, have been historically scarce in commercial markets due to overfishing in the mid-1980s, leading to a ban on commercial harvesting of wild redfish.
Redfish, prized by anglers across Florida, have been historically scarce in commercial markets due to overfishing in the mid-1980s, leading to a ban on commercial harvesting of wild redfish.
Hulk Hogan Day: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis orders flags at half-staff on Aug. 1
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has declared Aug. 1, 2025 as "Hulk Hogan Day in Florida," in honor and remembrance of the WWE Hall of Fame wrestler. Hulk Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, died on July 24 in Clearwater, Florida, at the age of 71.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has declared Aug. 1, 2025 as "Hulk Hogan Day in Florida," in honor and remembrance of the WWE Hall of Fame wrestler. Hulk Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, died on July 24 in Clearwater, Florida, at the age of 71.
Accused drug trafficker caught with 100 pounds of weed on I-4: HCSO
A man who is accused of trafficking marijuana was arrested on Wednesday after deputies say they found more than 100 pounds of cannabis inside the rental vehicle he was driving on I-4.
A man who is accused of trafficking marijuana was arrested on Wednesday after deputies say they found more than 100 pounds of cannabis inside the rental vehicle he was driving on I-4.
SpaceX, Crew-11 rocket launch scrubbed over weather; now targeting Friday
NASA and SpaceX have delayed Thursday’s planned launch of the Crew-11 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The mission will mark the next exciting chapter in their partnership to support long-duration human spaceflight and cutting-edge research in low-Earth orbit.
NASA and SpaceX have delayed Thursday’s planned launch of the Crew-11 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The mission will mark the next exciting chapter in their partnership to support long-duration human spaceflight and cutting-edge research in low-Earth orbit.
Citrus County man tries to shoot teenager after ‘disrespecting’ his sister: Deputies
A Citrus County man is accused of attempted murder after deputies say he shot at the older brother of a teenager who accused him of disrespecting their 16-year-old sister.
A Citrus County man is accused of attempted murder after deputies say he shot at the older brother of a teenager who accused him of disrespecting their 16-year-old sister.
Child among 2 seriously injured in fire at Pasco County home
Two people, including a child, were flown to the hospital with serious injuries after Pasco County officials say crews found them inside a burning home early Thursday.
Two people, including a child, were flown to the hospital with serious injuries after Pasco County officials say crews found them inside a burning home early Thursday.
NASA's SpaceX Crew-11 rocket launch from Florida: How to watch, how to stream on Friday
NASA and SpaceX are making final preparations to launch the Crew‑11 mission to the International Space Station on Friday.
NASA and SpaceX are making final preparations to launch the Crew‑11 mission to the International Space Station on Friday.
Florida leads nation in pedestrian deaths, leading to police crackdown Thursday
Police in Winter Haven are watching one busy intersection Thursday morning and pulling over drivers who fail to stop for people walking across.
Police in Winter Haven are watching one busy intersection Thursday morning and pulling over drivers who fail to stop for people walking across.
'Bambi Bucket' plays critical role in fighting brush fires in Hillsborough County
It's a strange-looking contraption attached to a helicopter: a Bambi Bucket. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office uses Bambi Buckets to assist in fighting remote fires.
It's a strange-looking contraption attached to a helicopter: a Bambi Bucket. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office uses Bambi Buckets to assist in fighting remote fires.
Florida man sets traps to kill cats, leaves dead cat in trash can: WCSO
One man's effort to trap and kill cats on his property has him facing serious charges after deputies in the Florida Panhandle say they found a dead cat in a trash can.
One man's effort to trap and kill cats on his property has him facing serious charges after deputies in the Florida Panhandle say they found a dead cat in a trash can.
Video: Pinellas Schools police sergeant honored with procession after on-duty death
Pinellas County Schools, along with the Bay Area law enforcement community, are mourning the loss of Sgt. Greg Graff, who died Wednesday after a medical emergency.
Pinellas County Schools, along with the Bay Area law enforcement community, are mourning the loss of Sgt. Greg Graff, who died Wednesday after a medical emergency.
Florida executes man in 1994 killing of wife, 2 kids; sets new death sentence state record
Florida has executed Edward Zakrzewski for the 1994 murders of his wife and two children.
Florida has executed Edward Zakrzewski for the 1994 murders of his wife and two children.
How much longer will intense heat last in the Tampa Bay area before more rain returns? Here's the timeline
While it's always hot during the summer in the Tampa Bay area, temperatures and heat indexes have been exceptionally high in recent days – a trend that will last a little longer as the calendar turns to August.
While it's always hot during the summer in the Tampa Bay area, temperatures and heat indexes have been exceptionally high in recent days – a trend that will last a little longer as the calendar turns to August.
Community pushes for justice in death of Manatee High School wrestler
More than a year after the tragic shooting death of 16-year-old Jann Michael Feeney, friends, neighbors and teammates gathered outside the Manatee County courthouse Wednesday night. They were calling for justice as the teen’s accused killer awaits sentencing.
More than a year after the tragic shooting death of 16-year-old Jann Michael Feeney, friends, neighbors and teammates gathered outside the Manatee County courthouse Wednesday night. They were calling for justice as the teen’s accused killer awaits sentencing.
Tsunami warning strands Ruskin family from cruise ship during Hawaii vacation
It was all smiles in Hawaii from Tiffany Monroe, of Ruskin, and her 18-year-old daughter as they celebrated her graduation from high school. But, their Norwegian cruise vacation went south on Tuesday.
It was all smiles in Hawaii from Tiffany Monroe, of Ruskin, and her 18-year-old daughter as they celebrated her graduation from high school. But, their Norwegian cruise vacation went south on Tuesday.
Bay Area hardware stores brace for surge in customers once Florida’s hurricane sales tax break starts
Hurricane preparations just got easier with Florida's new year-round sales tax break on supplies taking effect on Friday.
Hurricane preparations just got easier with Florida's new year-round sales tax break on supplies taking effect on Friday.
Habitat for Humanity builds hurricane-resilient homes in Brandon for families in need
Habitat for Humanity of Tampa Bay Hillsborough officially broke ground on a new affordable housing community in Brandon, designed to better withstand Florida’s increasingly intense storm seasons.
Habitat for Humanity of Tampa Bay Hillsborough officially broke ground on a new affordable housing community in Brandon, designed to better withstand Florida’s increasingly intense storm seasons.
Suspect arrested for firing multiple shots outside Lake Wales apartment complex: Police
A suspect is behind bars after firing multiple shots outside a Lake Wales apartment complex Tuesday evening.
A suspect is behind bars after firing multiple shots outside a Lake Wales apartment complex Tuesday evening.
'You're feeling that oven': Outdoor crews take precautions in extreme heat
As Tampa Bay continues to endure punishing summer temperatures, outdoor workers are feeling the heat more than most. From mowing lawns to repairing pipes and harvesting produce, crews are pushing through dangerous conditions under the blazing Florida sun.
As Tampa Bay continues to endure punishing summer temperatures, outdoor workers are feeling the heat more than most. From mowing lawns to repairing pipes and harvesting produce, crews are pushing through dangerous conditions under the blazing Florida sun.
Pinellas Schools police sergeant dies after medical emergency while on duty
A Pinellas County Schools police sergeant died Wednesday afternoon after having a medical emergency, authorities said.
A Pinellas County Schools police sergeant died Wednesday afternoon after having a medical emergency, authorities said.