'Tampa Bay Connections' aimed at combating loneliness
Three Tampa Bay area mayors are coming together in support of a new initiative aimed at reducing loneliness – something organizers call a "growing public health crisis."
Three Tampa Bay area mayors are coming together in support of a new initiative aimed at reducing loneliness – something organizers call a "growing public health crisis."
Video: Deputies rescue family stranded after boat runs aground near Alafia River
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is praising deputies who worked to get a family back to land after getting stuck on the water last Saturday night.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is praising deputies who worked to get a family back to land after getting stuck on the water last Saturday night.
Advocates form Animal Justice Task Force ahead of Gov. DeSantis signing 'Dexter's' and 'Trooper's' bills
Animal advocates have formed an Animal Justice Task Force ahead of Governor Ron DeSantis signing Dexter's Bill and Trooper's Bill into law.
Animal advocates have formed an Animal Justice Task Force ahead of Governor Ron DeSantis signing Dexter's Bill and Trooper's Bill into law.
St. Pete unveils $159.8M 'Sunrise' plan for hurricane recovery and resilience
As the hurricane season approaches, St. Petersburg is taking proactive steps to bolster its resilience against future storms. The city has announced a comprehensive plan to utilize the $159.8 million grant received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to recover from the impacts of Hurricanes Idalia and Helene.
As the hurricane season approaches, St. Petersburg is taking proactive steps to bolster its resilience against future storms. The city has announced a comprehensive plan to utilize the $159.8 million grant received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to recover from the impacts of Hurricanes Idalia and Helene.
Tampa police launch 'Signal 87 Summits' to engage community, help residents with questions
Tampa police launched a new effort to engage with the community one-on-one and face-to-face. They're known as "Signal 87 Summits," and they held their first meeting.
Tampa police launched a new effort to engage with the community one-on-one and face-to-face. They're known as "Signal 87 Summits," and they held their first meeting.
Crews battle more than a dozen fires across Tampa Bay area in the last several days
The Florida Forest Service said it responded to more than a dozen wildfires across parts of the Tampa Bay area over Memorial Day Weekend. Fire officials said recent weather conditions have played a big role in recent fires.
The Florida Forest Service said it responded to more than a dozen wildfires across parts of the Tampa Bay area over Memorial Day Weekend. Fire officials said recent weather conditions have played a big role in recent fires.
New affordable housing complex opens in Winter Haven, offers on-site medical, mental health services
With Polk County growing at the rate it is, finding affordable housing can be a challenge, especially for those struggling to find work or with mental health issues.
With Polk County growing at the rate it is, finding affordable housing can be a challenge, especially for those struggling to find work or with mental health issues.
Scientists discover hybrid termite species in Florida
University of Florida scientists discovered two different termite species are breeding to create a hybrid termite.
University of Florida scientists discovered two different termite species are breeding to create a hybrid termite.
Gov. DeSantis signs bill to make gold, silver legal tender in Florida
The State of Florida is taking a big step towards making precious metals just as useful as cash.
The State of Florida is taking a big step towards making precious metals just as useful as cash.
Clearwater tow truck driver arrested months after crash that killed mother, grandfather
A tow truck driver involved in a St. Pete crash that left a 9-year-old boy's mother and grandfather dead was arrested more than seven months later, according to officers.
A tow truck driver involved in a St. Pete crash that left a 9-year-old boy's mother and grandfather dead was arrested more than seven months later, according to officers.
Santa Ono named new president at University of Florida
The University of Florida is one step closer to having a new president.
The University of Florida is one step closer to having a new president.
Sarasota recognized for being a 'Smart City' as AI helps keep an eye on drivers, pedestrians
The City of Sarasota is being recognized with an international award for the work it’s doing to keep drivers and pedestrians safe, as well.
The City of Sarasota is being recognized with an international award for the work it’s doing to keep drivers and pedestrians safe, as well.
3 arrested in S. Tampa DUI crash that severed man’s leg: Police
A man was critically injured early Monday morning when police say a DUI driver slammed into him as he was standing behind a parked car at the intersection of S. Howard Avenue and W. Azeele Street.
A man was critically injured early Monday morning when police say a DUI driver slammed into him as he was standing behind a parked car at the intersection of S. Howard Avenue and W. Azeele Street.
Florida swimmer startled by shark at Panama City Beach: 'You're fine!'
A shark was spotted at Panama City Beach swimming near a startled swimmer.
A shark was spotted at Panama City Beach swimming near a startled swimmer.
Florida Lyft driver shot, killed by teen: BCSO
A Lyft driver is dead, and a 17-year-old boy is behind bars following a shooting in Panama City Beach.
A Lyft driver is dead, and a 17-year-old boy is behind bars following a shooting in Panama City Beach.
Tampa officials tout street resurfacing progress, discuss ways to further expand work
The City of Tampa announced Tuesday it's picking up the pace on some of its long-awaited street resurfacing projects.
The City of Tampa announced Tuesday it's picking up the pace on some of its long-awaited street resurfacing projects.
Florida woman accused of stabbing 12-year-old girl and trying to hide her body though she was still alive
A 12-year-old Florida girl is recovering after deputies say she was stabbed by a woman who tried to hide her body before driving away.
A 12-year-old Florida girl is recovering after deputies say she was stabbed by a woman who tried to hide her body before driving away.
Hurricane Season 2025: Pinellas officials urge boaters to be prepared
In the aftermath of the devastating 2024 hurricanes, Pinellas County officials are sharing ways boaters can prepare their vessels for this hurricane season.
In the aftermath of the devastating 2024 hurricanes, Pinellas County officials are sharing ways boaters can prepare their vessels for this hurricane season.
'100 Deadliest Days' for teen drivers underway, AAA says. Here's what to know
This week marks the start of what AAA calls the "100 Deadliest Days of Summer" – the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day during which the auto club says there's a big increase in deadly crashes involving teen drivers.
This week marks the start of what AAA calls the "100 Deadliest Days of Summer" – the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day during which the auto club says there's a big increase in deadly crashes involving teen drivers.
Giant manta ray dives under Florida paddleboarder: 'Unbelievable'
A paddleboarder near Honeymoon Island, Florida, had a rare and thrilling encounter with a giant manta ray.
A paddleboarder near Honeymoon Island, Florida, had a rare and thrilling encounter with a giant manta ray.