Body found in water identified as missing swimmer, Manatee County officials confirm
Officials in Manatee County confirmed on Tuesday that a body found in the water Monday is that of a 20-year-old swimmer who vanished over the weekend.
Officials in Manatee County confirmed on Tuesday that a body found in the water Monday is that of a 20-year-old swimmer who vanished over the weekend.
New Clearwater fire station aims to improve safety, response times
Officials in Clearwater are cutting the ribbon Tuesday on a new fire station, replacing the previous decades-old location with a spacious, high-tech facility.
Officials in Clearwater are cutting the ribbon Tuesday on a new fire station, replacing the previous decades-old location with a spacious, high-tech facility.
Missing St. Pete woman found safe after reported kidnapping at apartment complex
St. Petersburg police say a missing woman has been found safe after a man reportedly forced her into her own car, then drove off, during a confrontation at an apartment complex early Monday.
St. Petersburg police say a missing woman has been found safe after a man reportedly forced her into her own car, then drove off, during a confrontation at an apartment complex early Monday.
'Creative Pinellas' at risk as county considers cutting funding
Pinellas County commissioners are considering cutting funding to Creative Pinellas. The proposal came up during last week's budget hearing.
Pinellas County commissioners are considering cutting funding to Creative Pinellas. The proposal came up during last week's budget hearing.
'Workers over Billionaires': Protests erupt nationwide on Labor Day
From Boston to Chicago, Austin to Los Angeles, thousands of people joined protests on Labor Day as part of the "Workers Over Billionaires" day of action.
From Boston to Chicago, Austin to Los Angeles, thousands of people joined protests on Labor Day as part of the "Workers Over Billionaires" day of action.
Man found dead in Tampa, investigation underway: Police
A death investigation is underway in the 4700 block of East Citrus Circle in Tampa, according to officers.
A death investigation is underway in the 4700 block of East Citrus Circle in Tampa, according to officers.
Community members use chalk art to protest FDOT removing St. Pete street murals
Honks, rainbows and messages written in chalk sent a message loud and clear Monday, organizers in St. Pete said.
Honks, rainbows and messages written in chalk sent a message loud and clear Monday, organizers in St. Pete said.
Indictments against church leaders arrested in forced labor network called 'remarkable' by experts
Experts call a federal indictment against two self-proclaimed religious leaders for operating an alleged forced labor network remarkable.
Experts call a federal indictment against two self-proclaimed religious leaders for operating an alleged forced labor network remarkable.
Sarasota Fights Fentanyl Walk brings hundreds out to honor lives lost: 'You can find peace'
Each photo told a different story about struggles with addiction, and each face belonged to a person who lost their lives to the deadly drug, fentanyl.
Each photo told a different story about struggles with addiction, and each face belonged to a person who lost their lives to the deadly drug, fentanyl.
Body believed to be missing swimmer found off Anna Maria Island
Manatee County officials say they believe the body of a missing 20-year-old swimmer has been found off Anna Maria Island.
Manatee County officials say they believe the body of a missing 20-year-old swimmer has been found off Anna Maria Island.
Felon brothers arrested for threatening couple at gunpoint over riding ATVs in front of home: PCSO
A pair of brothers with dozens of felony convictions between them are in trouble with the law again after Polk County deputies say they pulled a gun on a couple who rode their ATVs near the brothers' home.
A pair of brothers with dozens of felony convictions between them are in trouble with the law again after Polk County deputies say they pulled a gun on a couple who rode their ATVs near the brothers' home.
Driver arrested after hit-and-run leaves Citrus County man seriously injured: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol says the driver involved in a hit-and-run that injured a man on Saturday in Citrus County has been arrested.
The Florida Highway Patrol says the driver involved in a hit-and-run that injured a man on Saturday in Citrus County has been arrested.
Ethan Pritchard: FSU football player shot while visiting family
Florida State University football player and Seminole High School graduate, Ethan Pritchard, was shot near a Gadsden County apartment complex on Sunday, authorities said.
Florida State University football player and Seminole High School graduate, Ethan Pritchard, was shot near a Gadsden County apartment complex on Sunday, authorities said.
Busch Gardens closing Stanley Falls Flume after 52 years
After more than half a century, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is just days away from closing one of its original rides: the Stanley Falls Flume.
After more than half a century, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is just days away from closing one of its original rides: the Stanley Falls Flume.
Bradenton police seek tips in teen's 2024 murder
One year after a 16-year-old boy was shot to death in Bradenton, police are once again asking for the public's help in bringing the teen's killer to justice.
One year after a 16-year-old boy was shot to death in Bradenton, police are once again asking for the public's help in bringing the teen's killer to justice.
Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach partially reopens Monday nearly a year after back-to-back hurricanes
This Labor Day marks a milestone for Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach, as a section of the popular pier is back open for the first time in almost a year.
This Labor Day marks a milestone for Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach, as a section of the popular pier is back open for the first time in almost a year.
Woman who claimed she found 3 dogs dumped behind Lutz gas station arrested for animal cruelty, child neglect
A woman who deputies said claimed she found three dogs dumped behind a Lutz gas station was arrested for animal cruelty and child neglect.
A woman who deputies said claimed she found three dogs dumped behind a Lutz gas station was arrested for animal cruelty and child neglect.
Baby sea turtles on Anna Maria Island struggling to reach Gulf after hurricane damage
It’s hatchling season along Florida’s Gulf Coast, but on Anna Maria Island, baby sea turtles are facing tougher odds than usual. Conservationists say artificial lighting is disorienting the newborn turtles, drawing them inland instead of toward the Gulf.
It’s hatchling season along Florida’s Gulf Coast, but on Anna Maria Island, baby sea turtles are facing tougher odds than usual. Conservationists say artificial lighting is disorienting the newborn turtles, drawing them inland instead of toward the Gulf.
Polk County man accused of dragging Lake Wales officer, K9 while driving off from traffic stop
A Polk County man is behind bars after dragging a police officer and K9 during a traffic stop, according to the Lake Wales Police Department.
A Polk County man is behind bars after dragging a police officer and K9 during a traffic stop, according to the Lake Wales Police Department.
Manatee released back in Crystal River after recovering from severe cold stress lesions, bone infection
A manatee rescued from Crystal River more than a year ago was released back into the springs after making a full recovery at ZooTampa.
A manatee rescued from Crystal River more than a year ago was released back into the springs after making a full recovery at ZooTampa.