Tampa man trying to walk across I-75 near Fletcher Avenue hit, killed by 2 vehicles: FHP
A Tampa man died late Wednesday night after troopers said he was hit by two vehicles while trying to cross I-75 in Tampa.
A Tampa man died late Wednesday night after troopers said he was hit by two vehicles while trying to cross I-75 in Tampa.
Florida AG launches investigation into NFL Rooney Rule
What began as an effort to expand opportunities in NFL leadership is now facing legal scrutiny in Florida.
What began as an effort to expand opportunities in NFL leadership is now facing legal scrutiny in Florida.
Taxpayers on the hook? $85M Florida city hall opens after delays, surprise $500K fix
After more than a year of delays and mounting frustration from city leaders, Largo’s new City Hall is now set to open to the public next week.
After more than a year of delays and mounting frustration from city leaders, Largo’s new City Hall is now set to open to the public next week.
Bay Area manufacturing companies push apprenticeships amid aging workforce crisis
This month, Florida TaxWatch released a new report looking at the state's $86.6 billion manufacturing industry.
This month, Florida TaxWatch released a new report looking at the state's $86.6 billion manufacturing industry.
FWC investigating after hundreds of dead fish found in Lakeland's Lake Hollingsworth
It has felt a lot like summer over the past couple of weeks, and it's affecting our local lakes. In Lakeland, hundreds of fish were found dead, prompting the state to investigate the cause.
It has felt a lot like summer over the past couple of weeks, and it's affecting our local lakes. In Lakeland, hundreds of fish were found dead, prompting the state to investigate the cause.
Meet the 2026 March for Babies Tampa Bay ambassador family: ‘In the Vassells, we excel’
Family chosen as 'March for Babies' ambassador family after two of their children were born premature and ended up in the NICU.
Family chosen as 'March for Babies' ambassador family after two of their children were born premature and ended up in the NICU.
South Tampa residents clash over El Prado Boulevard redesign project: 'It's absolute chaos'
A controversial plan to redesign El Prado Boulevard drew a packed crowd on Wednesday night at the Jan Platt Library in South Tampa.
A controversial plan to redesign El Prado Boulevard drew a packed crowd on Wednesday night at the Jan Platt Library in South Tampa.
Tornadoes strike Pasco County, damaging homes and power line: NWS
Two tornadoes touched down in Pasco County Tuesday afternoon as strong thunderstorms moved ashore from the Gulf, according to a preliminary damage survey released Wednesday by the National Weather Service in Ruskin.
Two tornadoes touched down in Pasco County Tuesday afternoon as strong thunderstorms moved ashore from the Gulf, according to a preliminary damage survey released Wednesday by the National Weather Service in Ruskin.
Florida fishing rule change impacts non-residents buying short-term licenses online
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is making changes to how non-residents get fishing licenses in Florida.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is making changes to how non-residents get fishing licenses in Florida.
Can tarantula venom cure anxiety? Tampa teen's AI research wins Florida Invention Convention
For most people, a tarantula is a source of pure anxiety. But for King High School graduating senior Daniel Park, the venomous spider might actually hold the cure.
For most people, a tarantula is a source of pure anxiety. But for King High School graduating senior Daniel Park, the venomous spider might actually hold the cure.
Florida drug-related deaths declined sharply in 2025, FDLE says
State leaders announced new data showing an overall decline in drug-related deaths across Florida.
State leaders announced new data showing an overall decline in drug-related deaths across Florida.
Florida authorities seize over 250 illegal gambling machines, $120K in Operation Silent Spin
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office announced the dismantling of three illegal gambling arcades last week in partnership with the Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) and Homeland Security Investigations.
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office announced the dismantling of three illegal gambling arcades last week in partnership with the Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) and Homeland Security Investigations.
Theft ring responsible for over $12 million in stolen items dismantled in Operation D-Fence: HCSO
A massive, organized retail theft ring that was responsible for moving millions of dollars in stolen goods has been dismantled following a joint operation.
A massive, organized retail theft ring that was responsible for moving millions of dollars in stolen goods has been dismantled following a joint operation.
Pope names Franciscan priest to lead Diocese of Venice as Bishop Dewane announces retirement
The Diocese of Venice is preparing for a change in leadership as Bishop Frank Dewane announces his retirement after 20 years of service.
The Diocese of Venice is preparing for a change in leadership as Bishop Frank Dewane announces his retirement after 20 years of service.
Pasco Sheriff Chris Nocco announces November resignation after 15 years, plans to seek another office
Chris Nocco announced he will resign as Pasco County sheriff in November after 15 years at the helm, as he prepares to seek another elected office.
Chris Nocco announced he will resign as Pasco County sheriff in November after 15 years at the helm, as he prepares to seek another elected office.
Largo hospital employee accused of sexually battering 2 vulnerable patients
A former Largo hospital employee is facing charges after police say he sexually battered two patients while he worked at the facility.
A former Largo hospital employee is facing charges after police say he sexually battered two patients while he worked at the facility.
Florida temporarily bans sloth imports after 55 Sloth World sloth deaths
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said an executive order is being drafted to temporarily ban the import of sloths to Florida, following the deaths of more than 50 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando.
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said an executive order is being drafted to temporarily ban the import of sloths to Florida, following the deaths of more than 50 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando.
Tampa International Airport awarded nearly $11M federal grant for runway, taxiway upgrades
Tampa International Airport is receiving nearly $11 million in federal funding to help modernize airfield infrastructure, according to an announcement from U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor.
Tampa International Airport is receiving nearly $11 million in federal funding to help modernize airfield infrastructure, according to an announcement from U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor.
Florida homeowner spots gator near her fence, deputies 'arrest' reptile: 'See ya later, alligator'
Lake County sheriff’s deputies captured an alligator last month after the reptile was spotted wandering near a residence and a local school bus stop.
Lake County sheriff’s deputies captured an alligator last month after the reptile was spotted wandering near a residence and a local school bus stop.
Tampa man accused of killing family Chihuahua while intoxicated
A Tampa man is facing charges after police say he killed his family’s 4-pound dog earlier this month.
A Tampa man is facing charges after police say he killed his family’s 4-pound dog earlier this month.