Former Lee County deputy escapes from jail after DUI arrest: sheriff's office
A former corrections officer with Lee County escaped from jail after he was arrested for an alleged DUI, according to the sheriff's office.
A former corrections officer with Lee County escaped from jail after he was arrested for an alleged DUI, according to the sheriff's office.
Teen dies, 2 others airlifted to hospital after ATV collides with truck: FHP
One person is dead, and two others were airlifted to a nearby hospital after an ATV collided with a truck near the Lake Placid Boat Launch, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
One person is dead, and two others were airlifted to a nearby hospital after an ATV collided with a truck near the Lake Placid Boat Launch, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Homosassa woman struck by trailer, killed: FHP
A Homosassa woman is dead after she was run over by a GMC pickup towing a utility trailer late on Friday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A Homosassa woman is dead after she was run over by a GMC pickup towing a utility trailer late on Friday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
3 high school friends expand Gateway Subs to Ellenton
Three high school friends have expanded Gateway Subs to Ellenton.
Three high school friends have expanded Gateway Subs to Ellenton.
Florida faces rising heat, soaking rains as summer kicks off
Florida is staring down a higher-than-normal chance of both above-average temperatures and above-average rainfall through July, August and September, which means more heat and rain are coming at the same time.
Florida is staring down a higher-than-normal chance of both above-average temperatures and above-average rainfall through July, August and September, which means more heat and rain are coming at the same time.
5th annual ROC the Block Juneteenth festival outside Raymond James Stadium
What started as a small Super Bowl pop-up has grown into one of Tampa Bay’s largest celebrations of Black culture and community.
What started as a small Super Bowl pop-up has grown into one of Tampa Bay’s largest celebrations of Black culture and community.
'The Resilient' performs at Jannus Live with mission to help wounded veterans
"The Resilient" performed a concert at Jannus Live in St. Petersburg Friday night and they’re all about getting their mission out there.
"The Resilient" performed a concert at Jannus Live in St. Petersburg Friday night and they’re all about getting their mission out there.
New Florida laws will impact property owners: Here's what to know
The 2025 Florida Legislative session has wrapped up, and the Florida Association of Realtors is calling it a major victory for property owners and the real estate market. With a combination of targeted budget allocations and new laws, the session addressed a range of housing and property issues across the state.
The 2025 Florida Legislative session has wrapped up, and the Florida Association of Realtors is calling it a major victory for property owners and the real estate market. With a combination of targeted budget allocations and new laws, the session addressed a range of housing and property issues across the state.
Women delaying mammograms risk not getting early breast cancer diagnosis
A 2024 survey in the Annals of Internal Medicine journal found nearly 40 percent of women would delay screenings based on what they know about them, including potential risks and benefits.
A 2024 survey in the Annals of Internal Medicine journal found nearly 40 percent of women would delay screenings based on what they know about them, including potential risks and benefits.
Liver transplant recipient meets woman who saved her life: ‘I knew you were going to be a great person’
When Archie Gupta met Stefanie Praytor, the woman she saved with an organ transplant, they shared a hug that they believe will be the start of a life-long bond.
When Archie Gupta met Stefanie Praytor, the woman she saved with an organ transplant, they shared a hug that they believe will be the start of a life-long bond.
Florida man who drove through restaurant to charge his EV caught a different kind of charge: MCSO
A Florida man accused of driving his electric car through a popular Palm Beach County restaurant to ‘charge up’ his car at the bar is facing criminal charges.
A Florida man accused of driving his electric car through a popular Palm Beach County restaurant to ‘charge up’ his car at the bar is facing criminal charges.
Sarasota bank robbery suspect on the run: SCSO
Deputies in Sarasota are searching for a man they say robbed a bank on Friday afternoon.
Deputies in Sarasota are searching for a man they say robbed a bank on Friday afternoon.
New Port Richey historic theatre passes passion for plays to next generation through summer camp experience
A summer camp at Richey Suncoast Theatre uses the world of Dr. Seuss to expose kids to the world of musical theater.
A summer camp at Richey Suncoast Theatre uses the world of Dr. Seuss to expose kids to the world of musical theater.
Florida Elite Synchro Warriors prepare with positivity for Junior Olympics
In Land O' Lakes there is a swim team that hardly ever leaves the water.
In Land O' Lakes there is a swim team that hardly ever leaves the water.
Bok Tower Gardens iconic nearly 100-year-old singing tower undergoes restoration process
If you need to unwind and de-stress, the beautiful Bok Tower Gardens is a great place to go, although it looks a bit different now as preservation of an iconic feature is underway.
If you need to unwind and de-stress, the beautiful Bok Tower Gardens is a great place to go, although it looks a bit different now as preservation of an iconic feature is underway.
Florida man convicted of decapitating his dog ‘Dexter’ wants out of jail
The attorney representing the Pinellas County man convicted of killing and dumping a rescue dog days after adopting him was back in court on Friday, asking a judge to let him out of jail on bond while he appeals his conviction.
The attorney representing the Pinellas County man convicted of killing and dumping a rescue dog days after adopting him was back in court on Friday, asking a judge to let him out of jail on bond while he appeals his conviction.
LGBTQ-specific option being removed from 988 Suicide and Crisis hotline
A specialized hotline option for LGBTQ+ individuals facing a mental health crisis is being eliminated from the national 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, sparking concern among some LGBTQ+ advocates and organizations across Florida.
A specialized hotline option for LGBTQ+ individuals facing a mental health crisis is being eliminated from the national 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, sparking concern among some LGBTQ+ advocates and organizations across Florida.
Lake Manatee Dam gets $3M in emergency repairs
Emergency repairs to the Lake Manatee Dam are underway in hopes of fixing it before the 2025 hurricane season ramps up.
Emergency repairs to the Lake Manatee Dam are underway in hopes of fixing it before the 2025 hurricane season ramps up.
Missing Pasco County boy safely located
Pasco County deputies have safely located a 7-year-old boy who was reported missing on Friday afternoon. No other details were released.
Pasco County deputies have safely located a 7-year-old boy who was reported missing on Friday afternoon. No other details were released.
Tampa teen’s accused killer was mad their relationship got exposed and about her sexual past, witnesses say
Testimony in the trial of the man who faces capital murder charges for the shooting death of a 14-year-old girl is now establishing a motive.
Testimony in the trial of the man who faces capital murder charges for the shooting death of a 14-year-old girl is now establishing a motive.