Gulf World Marine Park: Florida opens criminal investigation into dolphin deaths
Several dolphins have reportedly died over the span of five months at a Florida marine park and aquarium, prompting several investigations, including a statewide criminal investigation, according to officials and media reports.
Several dolphins have reportedly died over the span of five months at a Florida marine park and aquarium, prompting several investigations, including a statewide criminal investigation, according to officials and media reports.
Accused drunk driver had a BAC 5.5 times the legal limit in head-on crash that killed Lake Placid teen: FHP
A suspected drunk driver has been arrested for a deadly crash that killed a 16-year-old girl earlier this month in Highlands County.
A suspected drunk driver has been arrested for a deadly crash that killed a 16-year-old girl earlier this month in Highlands County.
Tampa prepares for the 2025 hurricane season using lessons from last year's back-to-back storms
The 2025 hurricane season officially starts on Sunday, June 1. So Tampa leaders, first responders, and officials gathered on Friday to share important lessons learned from Helene and Milton.
The 2025 hurricane season officially starts on Sunday, June 1. So Tampa leaders, first responders, and officials gathered on Friday to share important lessons learned from Helene and Milton.
Florida child found dead inside home after two-week absence from school, deputies say
Authorities in St. Lucie County are investigating the death of a 6-year-old child who was found deceased inside a home Friday morning after being absent from school for more than two weeks.
Authorities in St. Lucie County are investigating the death of a 6-year-old child who was found deceased inside a home Friday morning after being absent from school for more than two weeks.
Advanced technology will help Manatee County during 2025 Hurricane Season
Some homeowners still haven't moved back into their homes following the 2024 Hurricane Season. Manatee County said residents need a plan now as a new hurricane season approaches.
Some homeowners still haven't moved back into their homes following the 2024 Hurricane Season. Manatee County said residents need a plan now as a new hurricane season approaches.
‘Road rage’ shooter sought by Hillsborough County deputies
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man accused of shooting at a vehicle in Brandon during a road rage event.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man accused of shooting at a vehicle in Brandon during a road rage event.
Driver in deadly DUI crash that killed cousin to spend more than 60 years in prison
The woman who caused a 2021 DUI crash that killed her cousin was sentenced to more than 60 years in prison on Friday.
The woman who caused a 2021 DUI crash that killed her cousin was sentenced to more than 60 years in prison on Friday.
Florida football coach accused of stealing more than $57,000 of team's funds, deputies say
A long-time Florida football coach has been arrested and charged with stealing more than $57,000 of the team’s money for personal use, deputies say.
A long-time Florida football coach has been arrested and charged with stealing more than $57,000 of the team’s money for personal use, deputies say.
Video: Florida traffic cam captures tornado sweeping through busy intersection
A Florida traffic cam captured the moment a confirmed tornado swept through a busy intersection on Thursday, May 29.
A Florida traffic cam captured the moment a confirmed tornado swept through a busy intersection on Thursday, May 29.
Gov. DeSantis urges hurricane preparedness for 2025 season
Gov. Ron DeSantis is urging all Floridians to be prepared for the 2025 hurricane season, which officially begins this weekend.
Gov. Ron DeSantis is urging all Floridians to be prepared for the 2025 hurricane season, which officially begins this weekend.
Man with criminal history accused of exposing himself to multiple women at Gandy Beach: PCSO
A man faces serious charges after Pinellas County deputies say he exposed himself to three women in separate incidents at Gandy Beach.
A man faces serious charges after Pinellas County deputies say he exposed himself to three women in separate incidents at Gandy Beach.
Missing Pasco County boy, woman found safe
The Pasco Sheriff's Office says a missing 6-year-old boy and 52-year-old woman have been found safe.
The Pasco Sheriff's Office says a missing 6-year-old boy and 52-year-old woman have been found safe.
Crews battle early morning fire at Brandon home
Firefighters worked early Friday to put out a fire at a home in Brandon, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Firefighters worked early Friday to put out a fire at a home in Brandon, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Florida's solar boom could face federal road block if tax credit eliminated
Florida has seen a massive surge in solar energy, with the state now producing enough solar power to run more than 2 million homes. Nearly 30,000 homeowners installed solar panels this year, taking advantage of a 30% federal tax credit that offsets costs — often saving homeowners thousands of dollars.
Florida has seen a massive surge in solar energy, with the state now producing enough solar power to run more than 2 million homes. Nearly 30,000 homeowners installed solar panels this year, taking advantage of a 30% federal tax credit that offsets costs — often saving homeowners thousands of dollars.
Man used life vest to fend off alligator attack at Lake Kissimmee State Park
New details have been released about a violent alligator attack that left a woman seriously injured while kayaking in Lake Kissimmee State Park earlier this year.
New details have been released about a violent alligator attack that left a woman seriously injured while kayaking in Lake Kissimmee State Park earlier this year.
Suspect in Floral City armed robbery arrested after chase with deputies: CCSO
A man is facing multiple charges after an armed robbery at a Citrus County liquor store Thursday afternoon, according to deputies.
A man is facing multiple charges after an armed robbery at a Citrus County liquor store Thursday afternoon, according to deputies.
State testing for possible blue-green algae at Lake Crago in Polk County
Water sample testing is underway to determine if blue-green algae is in Lake Crago. State health officials said blue-green algae may be present by the boat ramp near the recreational center.
Water sample testing is underway to determine if blue-green algae is in Lake Crago. State health officials said blue-green algae may be present by the boat ramp near the recreational center.
Hyde Park Village sees change as area grows with new businesses coming in, others leaving
As development booms around Tampa, Hyde Park Village is one of the areas where change is happening. New business is coming in, while other businesses have moved out over the last several years.
As development booms around Tampa, Hyde Park Village is one of the areas where change is happening. New business is coming in, while other businesses have moved out over the last several years.
Missing Riverview teen sparks statewide alert
Law enforcement officers are searching for a Riverview teenager who ran away from her group home on Monday.
Law enforcement officers are searching for a Riverview teenager who ran away from her group home on Monday.
Construction continues on University Area park to install artificial turf on sports field
Construction continues at Harvest Hope Park in the University Area of Tampa as crews work to install artificial turf on the sports field.
Construction continues at Harvest Hope Park in the University Area of Tampa as crews work to install artificial turf on the sports field.