Hit-and-run crash on ramp from I-275 to I-4 in downtown Tampa under investigation
A hit-and-run crash caused major traffic delays along I-275 southbound approaching the I-4 exit in downtown Tampa on Thursday morning.
A hit-and-run crash caused major traffic delays along I-275 southbound approaching the I-4 exit in downtown Tampa on Thursday morning.
'Black History Matters' mural returns briefly before state crews remove it for second time
Days after state crews removed the "Black History Matters" street mural outside the Woodson African American History Museum in St. Petersburg, the message was back Wednesday. In big, bold white letters, the message was unmistakable.
Days after state crews removed the "Black History Matters" street mural outside the Woodson African American History Museum in St. Petersburg, the message was back Wednesday. In big, bold white letters, the message was unmistakable.
SPCA of Tampa Bay pleads guilty to animal cruelty charges after Waddles the pig found with burned skin
The SPCA of Tampa Bay has pleaded guilty to animal cruelty charges stemming from their treatment of a pig named "Waddles."
The SPCA of Tampa Bay has pleaded guilty to animal cruelty charges stemming from their treatment of a pig named "Waddles."
New seagrass project aims to feed manatees in Apollo Beach
Every winter, hundreds of manatees huddle near Tampa Electric’s Big Bend Power Station in Apollo Beach, drawn to its warm waters. But while the site has long been a sanctuary, it hasn’t offered much in the way of natural food.
Every winter, hundreds of manatees huddle near Tampa Electric’s Big Bend Power Station in Apollo Beach, drawn to its warm waters. But while the site has long been a sanctuary, it hasn’t offered much in the way of natural food.
Elderly Florida woman collects $108K in unclaimed funds after thinking she was getting scammed
It seemed like every time 88-year-old Barbara checked her mail, she had another letter from a law firm or a private investigator, all offering to help her claim money they said she was owed, in exchange for part of the proceeds.
It seemed like every time 88-year-old Barbara checked her mail, she had another letter from a law firm or a private investigator, all offering to help her claim money they said she was owed, in exchange for part of the proceeds.
Governor DeSantis announces Florida MAHA Commission, vows to end all vaccine mandates
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday that Florida is establishing a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission at the state level.
Lakeland native Gabby Tedesco hopes to grow wrestling after winning gold at Pan Am games
Gabby Tedesco sure knows how to stand out in the wrestling world.
Gabby Tedesco sure knows how to stand out in the wrestling world.
$80M approved for another Tampa wastewater infrastructure project
The City of Tampa announced that $80 million was approved for another wastewater infrastructure project. This project is part of the city's long-term overhaul of its infrastructure system.
The City of Tampa announced that $80 million was approved for another wastewater infrastructure project. This project is part of the city's long-term overhaul of its infrastructure system.
2,000-acre Polk County wildlife habitat — home to eagles, Florida panthers — protected from development
Thousands of acres of a Polk County wildlife habitat, once at risk of becoming a resort development, are now protected forever.
Thousands of acres of a Polk County wildlife habitat, once at risk of becoming a resort development, are now protected forever.
Hillsborough commissioners looking into building ice rink, hockey facility on MOSI property
Big changes could soon be coming to the land surrounding Tampa’s Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI), as Hillsborough County commissioners look into building a privately funded ice rink and hockey facility on the property.
Big changes could soon be coming to the land surrounding Tampa’s Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI), as Hillsborough County commissioners look into building a privately funded ice rink and hockey facility on the property.
Longtime comic artist's work celebrated at new Imagine Museum exhibit
When Amanda Conner first heard about a potential exhibit at the Imagine Museum, she was surprised and even a little shocked.
When Amanda Conner first heard about a potential exhibit at the Imagine Museum, she was surprised and even a little shocked.
Anna Maria Island establishes 'No Swim Zone' at Bean Point following drownings
An area off of Anna Maria Island known as 'Bean Point' is now a 'No Swim Zone.'
An area off of Anna Maria Island known as 'Bean Point' is now a 'No Swim Zone.'
'Broader than Broadway' uses theater, music to help students build confidence
A group of dedicated artists and educators is using the power of performance to help young people take center stage in life.
A group of dedicated artists and educators is using the power of performance to help young people take center stage in life.
Bradenton police officers come to the rescue when ducklings fall through a grate
Bradenton Police came to the rescue of baby ducklings that fell through a grate.
Bradenton Police came to the rescue of baby ducklings that fell through a grate.
Charge dropped against deputy accused of DUI while on duty
Update as of Sept. 3, 2025:
Update as of Sept. 3, 2025:
Miami airport chaos as woman grabs crying child from mother, wraps legs around boy to prevent escape
Multiple witnesses intervened to protect the 4-year-old that the woman allegedly claimed was hers at the checkpoint.
Multiple witnesses intervened to protect the 4-year-old that the woman allegedly claimed was hers at the checkpoint.
Florida woman pours bleach over cheating boyfriend's clothes, batters him: Police
A St. Petersburg woman is free on bond after police say she poured bleach over a pile of her boyfriend's clothes after she found out he was cheating on her.
A St. Petersburg woman is free on bond after police say she poured bleach over a pile of her boyfriend's clothes after she found out he was cheating on her.
Video: Florida deputy rescues dog from middle of road, reunites pet with family
A Florida deputy is earning praise for his effort to rescue Rosco, a dog that was found in the middle of a road, and reunite him with his family.
A Florida deputy is earning praise for his effort to rescue Rosco, a dog that was found in the middle of a road, and reunite him with his family.
Florida Democrat predicts doom for his party in the state for another 70 years
Rep. Jared Moskowitz, D-Fla., lamented Tuesday that his state looks set for Republican dominance for decades to come, particularly after Democratic missteps amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rep. Jared Moskowitz, D-Fla., lamented Tuesday that his state looks set for Republican dominance for decades to come, particularly after Democratic missteps amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Woman hospitalized after accidentally shooting herself: HCSO
A woman is hospitalized after Hillsborough County deputies say she accidentally shot herself on Wednesday morning.
A woman is hospitalized after Hillsborough County deputies say she accidentally shot herself on Wednesday morning.