Suni Bell murder: 5 convicted of killing 4-year-old girl in drive-by shooting to spend rest of lives in prison
The five men who were convicted of killing 4-year-old Suni Bell were sentenced to life in prison on Wednesday morning.
Five Department of Detention and Corrections employees fired after separate incidents
Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri is sharing more information about the termination of five Department of Detention and Corrections employees after two unrelated incidents.
Madeira Beach acquires waterfront land for $18M, residents will decide how it will be used
Madeira Beach Mayor Anne-Marie Brooks said the residents of the city will decide what will be done with 4.6 acres of land on Boca Ciega Bay at the foot of the bridge leading to the city.
Haines City homeowners deal with sewage smell as growing population overwhelms wastewater lift station
Homeowners in several Haines City neighborhoods have become accustomed to the unpleasant smell of sewage. It turns out the odor is coming from a nearby wastewater lift station.
Morean Center for Clay artists' work on display for 'Potter's Field'
This year's annual members show for the Morean Center for Clay, "Potter's Field", fell close to Halloween and fall.
Florida Studio Theatre breaks ground on project to bring living spaces for artists and more to Sarasota
Florida Studio Theatre breaks ground on their new $57 million McGillicuddy Arts Plaza.
Stabbing suspect accused of attacking man who asked for a cigarette at a Clearwater gas station
One man is in the hospital and another is behind bars after a stabbing Wednesday morning at a Clearwater gas station.
‘Take Care of Maya’: Appeals court reverses $208M judgement against Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
Nearly two years after a judge awarded more than $200M to Maya Kowalski and her family, an appeals court reversed the decision in favor of Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital.
Kapok Tree Inn: Clearwater's Palace of Grandeur
Before the age of theme parks and endless dining chains, one Clearwater spot defined a unique brand of Florida opulence: the Kapok Tree Inn.
'I made my own': Hundreds of pornographic pictures, video of children found on Florida man's cellphone
A man has been arrested on charges of capital sexual battery and production of child pornography in Hernando County.
Wauchula officer accused of speeding more than 100 mph while drunk with a baby in the car
A Wauchula officer found himself on the other side of the law after Hardee County deputies said he was driving more than 100 miles an hour, while drunk with his baby in the vehicle.
DeSantis: Florida lays down gauntlet on H1B visas, tenured professors, ‘woke grants’ at state universities
On Wednesday, Governor Ron DeSantis was at the University of South Florida to discuss DOGE-style audits at state universities.
Woman hit in face by duck on SeaWorld Orlando coaster, lawsuit says
An Orange County woman is suing SeaWorld after she was allegedly hit in the face by a duck while riding one of the park’s roller coasters earlier this year.
Floridians to lose SNAP benefits Nov. 1 from government shutdown: What to know
Floridians will not be receiving SNAP benefits in November, the USDA - which is funded by the U.S. government and impacted by the government shutdown -- said. The USDA said, "The well has run dry."
Tampa International Airport air traffic controllers miss first paycheck amid shutdown, travelers expect delays
Air traffic controllers across the nation are facing financial uncertainty as they missed their first paycheck since the onset of the government shutdown.
Naya Young claims District 5 seat on Tampa City Council after runoff election
Political newcomer Naya Young claimed nearly 61% of the vote in the runoff election for the Tampa City Council District 5 seat Tuesday evening.
Former Olympian Meb Keflezighi loves new job as Plant High School cross country coach
The Plant High School cross country team is a program built on winning, and they've done it quite a bit. The Panthers have won 12 state titles.
Deadly Polk County hit-and-run still unsolved 8 years later
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is still searching for the driver who hit and killed a bicyclist eight years ago.
Florida man convicted raping and killing his neighbor in 1998 executed
A Florida man convicted of raping and killing his next-door neighbor was executed on Tuesday evening.
Agape Flights planning emergency response to the Caribbean after Hurricane Melissa
Agape Flights plans to fly out to Jamaica by the end of this week to aid the victims of Hurricane Melissa.