Winter Haven woman celebrating 111th birthday honored with special celebration
A Winter Haven woman who has lived through more than a century of history was honored on Wednesday with a celebration few ever reach.
A Winter Haven woman who has lived through more than a century of history was honored on Wednesday with a celebration few ever reach.
Hillsborough County working to build arborist workforce — why it’s important
Friday is Florida Arbor Day, which is why Hillsborough County is hosting a workshop focused on growing trees — and the workforce that tends to them.
Friday is Florida Arbor Day, which is why Hillsborough County is hosting a workshop focused on growing trees — and the workforce that tends to them.
Air Force veteran left in constant pain after lung cancer diagnosis gets life back through trial at Moffitt
Jorge Manchola, a retired Air Force staff sergeant, was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in 2023. The cancer had spread to his lungs and brain, leaving him in constant pain and unable to walk.
Jorge Manchola, a retired Air Force staff sergeant, was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in 2023. The cancer had spread to his lungs and brain, leaving him in constant pain and unable to walk.
Polk County approves plan to ease Lake Seward flooding — but it's not a permanent solution
Homeowners on Oakmont Lane near Lake Seward are still struggling more than a year after their homes were damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Milton.
Homeowners on Oakmont Lane near Lake Seward are still struggling more than a year after their homes were damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Milton.
January is ‘Move Over Month’: Here’s what the law means for you
January is “Move Over Month" as state troopers remind drivers of the law that was expanded a year ago.
January is “Move Over Month" as state troopers remind drivers of the law that was expanded a year ago.
Valor Commons breaks ground in Manatee County, aims to bring services and honor Bay Area veterans
Manatee County just broke ground on Valor Commons, a one-of-a-kind facility in the Tampa Bay area that's dedicated to honoring veterans and helping them adjust to life after service.
Manatee County just broke ground on Valor Commons, a one-of-a-kind facility in the Tampa Bay area that's dedicated to honoring veterans and helping them adjust to life after service.
Citrus County family of teen who died after tunnel collapse donates organs: 'A blessing in all this tragedy'
Outside UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville Wednesday morning, hundreds from the community mourned the loss of two teenagers tragically taken too soon.
Outside UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville Wednesday morning, hundreds from the community mourned the loss of two teenagers tragically taken too soon.
Teen sentenced in deadly crash following 2022 police chase from Tampa to Plant City
A teen was sentenced to 12 years in prison Wednesday for a deadly crash that ended a high-speed police chase from Tampa into Plant City in 2022.
A teen was sentenced to 12 years in prison Wednesday for a deadly crash that ended a high-speed police chase from Tampa into Plant City in 2022.
Critically endangered Eastern bongo calf born at ZooTampa, marking first birth of new year at zoo
ZooTampa at Lowry Park announced the birth of a critically endangered Eastern bongo calf, marking the first animal birth at the zoo in 2026.
ZooTampa at Lowry Park announced the birth of a critically endangered Eastern bongo calf, marking the first animal birth at the zoo in 2026.
Florida deputy handcuffs runaway emu: 'This is definitely a new one'
A runaway emu ended up in handcuffs after trying to evade a St. Johns County deputy on Friday, Jan. 9.
A runaway emu ended up in handcuffs after trying to evade a St. Johns County deputy on Friday, Jan. 9.
Injured construction worker pulled from trench that collapsed in Safety Harbor
A construction worker was pulled from a trench in Safety Harbor on Wednesday after Clearwater Fire Rescue said he was trapped and injured after a portion of the trench collapsed.
A construction worker was pulled from a trench in Safety Harbor on Wednesday after Clearwater Fire Rescue said he was trapped and injured after a portion of the trench collapsed.
DeSantis appoints Adam Tanenbaum to Florida’s Supreme Court
Governor Ron DeSantis announced that he is appointing Adam Tanenbaum to the Florida Supreme Court during a news conference at Seminole High School on Wednesday morning.
Governor Ron DeSantis announced that he is appointing Adam Tanenbaum to the Florida Supreme Court during a news conference at Seminole High School on Wednesday morning.
Kingdom of God Global Church seeks return of millions seized in money laundering, forced labor case
The Kingdom of God Global Church filed a petition Dec. 30, seeking to reclaim money and physical assets that were seized after two of the church’s leaders were arrested in August of last year.
The Kingdom of God Global Church filed a petition Dec. 30, seeking to reclaim money and physical assets that were seized after two of the church’s leaders were arrested in August of last year.
Hillsborough woman found guilty of killing sister, burying her in Carrollwood backyard
The Hillsborough County woman accused of killing her sister and burying her in the backyard was found guilty of second-degree murder on Wednesday.
The Hillsborough County woman accused of killing her sister and burying her in the backyard was found guilty of second-degree murder on Wednesday.
Dade City man run over, killed while working on truck: FHP
A 56-year-old Dade City man is dead after being run over by his truck while doing maintenance on the vehicle Wednesday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 56-year-old Dade City man is dead after being run over by his truck while doing maintenance on the vehicle Wednesday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Accused street racer arrested months after seriously injuring pedestrian in downtown St. Pete crash: Police
St. Petersburg police say a man is facing charges after he crashed into a pedestrian, leaving her seriously injured last fall.
St. Petersburg police say a man is facing charges after he crashed into a pedestrian, leaving her seriously injured last fall.
Second CVS robbery suspect arrested after string of robberies across Tampa Bay: SPPD
St. Pete police have arrested a second person in connection to a robbery in which two people sprayed employees at a CVS on January 5.
St. Pete police have arrested a second person in connection to a robbery in which two people sprayed employees at a CVS on January 5.
Largo man driving SUV with emergency lights arrested for impersonating law enforcement: HCSO
A man is facing multiple charges after deputies say he impersonated law enforcement by activating red and blue emergency lights on his vehicle while driving through Tampa.
A man is facing multiple charges after deputies say he impersonated law enforcement by activating red and blue emergency lights on his vehicle while driving through Tampa.
Children’s Gasparilla names Love on the Spectrum stars as grand marshals
Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum stars have been named as the grand marshals of the Children’s Gasparilla 2026 parade.
Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum stars have been named as the grand marshals of the Children’s Gasparilla 2026 parade.
SeaWorld Orlando reveals concert lineup for Seven Seas Food Festival
The concert lineup includes Flo Rida, Boyz II Men, Trace Adkins and Fitz and the Tantrums.
The concert lineup includes Flo Rida, Boyz II Men, Trace Adkins and Fitz and the Tantrums.



















