More heavy rain, strong storms possible Tuesday as Invest 93L moves across Florida

A potential tropical disturbance dubbed Invest 93L will continue bringing heavy rain and strong storms to the Tampa Bay area as it moves west over Florida on Tuesday.

Former NICU baby plays special role in Brandon nurse’s wedding

A Brandon NICU nurse and a Kansas City couple with their adoptive son created a bond so strong, the boy was the ring bearer at the nurse's wedding.

Florida reports four deaths from flesh-eating bacteria so far in 2025

Florida leads the nation in cases of Vibrio vulnificus — a rare but deadly flesh-eating bacteria that thrives in warm, brackish water.

Severe storms leave behind damage after rolling through parts of Tampa Bay area

Severe weather rolled through parts of the Tampa Bay area, including Pasco and Hernando counties, where downed trees and power outages have been reported. 

Week of events celebrating Tampa's 138th birthday

The city of Tampa is celebrating its 138th birthday with a week of free events happening around the area.

Talbot House’s proposed new Lakeland location raises concern about crime, drugs, traffic and property values

A community and homeless services provider in Lakeland may be moving to a new location, but some homeowners in that area are concerned about crime, traffic, and depreciating property values.

DUI suspect hits skateboarder, mailbox after drinking at Applebee's: police

A DUI suspect struck a skateboarder and a mailbox with his car after drinking at a local Applebee's, according to the Port St. Lucie Police Department.

Teen girl attacked, bitten by 10-foot alligator in Florida, deputies say

A teenage girl is recovering after being bitten by a 10-foot alligator, according to the Walton County Sheriff's Office. The incident occurred in Pond Creek, about 20 to 25 miles northeast of Destin.

Teen found hurt after Hillsborough deputies respond to reported shooting

A 16-year-old is hospitalized after Hillsborough County deputies say the teen was hurt on Sunday night, but the circumstances surrounding what happened remain a mystery.

Tampa Islamic leaders, family of man killed in West Bank call for justice

The family of Saif Musallet, a 20-year-old U.S. citizen and Tampa resident killed during a trip to the West Bank, joined Islamic leaders on Monday to call for "urgent U.S. government action" in the aftermath of his death.