Billy Adams case: 'Main' girlfriend testifies as rapper's murder trial continues
Prosecutors say Tampa rapper, Billy Adams shot his pregnant girlfriend back in 2023 in order to continue his relationship with another woman.
Prosecutors say Tampa rapper, Billy Adams shot his pregnant girlfriend back in 2023 in order to continue his relationship with another woman.
Polk County fire chaplain laid to rest after deadly Eagle Lake dump truck crash
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain was laid to rest Wednesday — one week after he was killed in an Eagle Lake crash involving a dump truck.
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain was laid to rest Wednesday — one week after he was killed in an Eagle Lake crash involving a dump truck.
Man dies after steel beam falls on him in Clearwater
A man is dead after a steel beam fell on him Thursday morning in Clearwater, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
A man is dead after a steel beam fell on him Thursday morning in Clearwater, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
Pasco murder-suicide: Man, woman found dead inside Lutz home
Two are dead after a murder-suicide in the Cot Road area of Lutz, according to Pasco County deputies.
Two are dead after a murder-suicide in the Cot Road area of Lutz, according to Pasco County deputies.
Inside Amazon Air’s high-speed Lakeland operation
Ever wondered how your Amazon package makes it to your doorstep in less than 24 hours?
Ever wondered how your Amazon package makes it to your doorstep in less than 24 hours?
Sea Oats see impressive results off Anna Maria Island, project will continue
A community effort on Anna Maria Island is turning a stretch of Bradenton Beach into a thriving defense against future storms.
A community effort on Anna Maria Island is turning a stretch of Bradenton Beach into a thriving defense against future storms.
The Nest at Robins Apartments pairs affordable housing with affordable medical care
A unique partnership between One Stop Housing and MCR Health is giving Manatee County workforce families an affordable place to live alongside accessible healthcare.
A unique partnership between One Stop Housing and MCR Health is giving Manatee County workforce families an affordable place to live alongside accessible healthcare.
Florida Cyclosporiasis cases rise to 486: Here’s a county-by-county breakdown
Florida cases of Cyclosporiasis continue to rise, with new data from state health officials showing an increase of nearly 30 cases as of Aug. 22, 2026.
Florida cases of Cyclosporiasis continue to rise, with new data from state health officials showing an increase of nearly 30 cases as of Aug. 22, 2026.
Florida high school student arrested after gun found in car, deputies say
A 19-year-old student faces multiple charges after deputies found a handgun and extra ammunition inside his car parked at Coronado High School on Wednesday, according to the Lee County Sheriff's Office.
A 19-year-old student faces multiple charges after deputies found a handgun and extra ammunition inside his car parked at Coronado High School on Wednesday, according to the Lee County Sheriff's Office.
Florida Attorney General sues pharmacy benefit management companies, alleges price-fixing agreement
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has filed a lawsuit against two pharmacy benefit management companies alleging the two "colluded" with one another to fix prices and underpay pharmacies, which financially harmed local pharmacies and limited Floridians' access to affordable medications.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has filed a lawsuit against two pharmacy benefit management companies alleging the two "colluded" with one another to fix prices and underpay pharmacies, which financially harmed local pharmacies and limited Floridians' access to affordable medications.
Florida death row: Gov. DeSantis signs 16th death warrant in 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed his 16th death warrant Wednesday for death row inmate Curtis W. Beasley, scheduling his execution for Sept. 29 following his conviction in a 1995 Polk County murder.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed his 16th death warrant Wednesday for death row inmate Curtis W. Beasley, scheduling his execution for Sept. 29 following his conviction in a 1995 Polk County murder.
Pasco County sheriff issues warning as license plate reader cameras program to end: 'disappointing'
Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco said he is ending an agreement that allows license plate detection systems along county rights-of-way, as Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis separately calls for tighter restrictions on the rapidly expanding technology.
Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco said he is ending an agreement that allows license plate detection systems along county rights-of-way, as Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis separately calls for tighter restrictions on the rapidly expanding technology.
Meta settlement rejection: Florida mother calls $18B payout not enough
A Florida mother is speaking out against a multi-state settlement with Meta, calling the tech giant's payout inadequate after her teenage son died in 2019.
A Florida mother is speaking out against a multi-state settlement with Meta, calling the tech giant's payout inadequate after her teenage son died in 2019.
Rays unveil community benefits plan as Tampa, Hillsborough weigh $2.3B stadium deal
The Tampa Bay Rays have released a proposed Community Benefits and Legacy Plan outlining how the team says it would invest in the Bay Area community if its proposed new stadium and surrounding development move forward.
The Tampa Bay Rays have released a proposed Community Benefits and Legacy Plan outlining how the team says it would invest in the Bay Area community if its proposed new stadium and surrounding development move forward.
Teen credits helmet for saving his life after e-bike crash, doctors warn of injury increase
E-bikes are becoming increasingly popular among kids and teens, but pediatric doctors say they are also seeing more young riders with serious injuries after crashes.
E-bikes are becoming increasingly popular among kids and teens, but pediatric doctors say they are also seeing more young riders with serious injuries after crashes.
Polk County child death: Grandmother arrested in March car incident
A Polk County grandmother was arrested months after her 1-year-old granddaughter died in the backseat of her car.
A Polk County grandmother was arrested months after her 1-year-old granddaughter died in the backseat of her car.
Billy Adams trial: Tampa rapper accused of killing pregnant girlfriend stands trial
Opening statements began Wednesday morning in Hillsborough County for the trial of a Tampa rapper accused of killing his pregnant girlfriend and her unborn child.
Opening statements began Wednesday morning in Hillsborough County for the trial of a Tampa rapper accused of killing his pregnant girlfriend and her unborn child.
Deputies: Woman shoplifted at St. Petersburg Target while kids sat in hot car
A Pinellas mother sits in jail charged with leaving two children in a hot car while deputies say she went into a Target and shoplifted.
A Pinellas mother sits in jail charged with leaving two children in a hot car while deputies say she went into a Target and shoplifted.
Pinellas County Deputy Surprised With ‘KidsFirst Award’ for community service
A Pinellas deputy who has spent 10 years building bridges between law enforcement and residents received a surprise honor Wednesday for his dedicated service to local youth and families.
A Pinellas deputy who has spent 10 years building bridges between law enforcement and residents received a surprise honor Wednesday for his dedicated service to local youth and families.
Manatee County bans Flock cameras at county-operated parks, facilities
Manatee County commissioners voted 5-0 to prevent Flock license plate reading cameras from going up at county parks, facilities and buildings.
Manatee County commissioners voted 5-0 to prevent Flock license plate reading cameras from going up at county parks, facilities and buildings.