MOSI property could soon attract new indoor sports complex

Hillsborough County Commissioners have given approval to explore building a new indoor sports complex on land shared by Tampa's Museum of Science and Industry.

Father arrested for shooting 3 sons in Ruskin: Deputies

A Florida father was arrested after deputies said he shot his three sons over the weekend in Ruskin, according to deputies. 

17 arrested in Florida drug trafficking operation; Fentanyl and cocaine worth $1.5M seized

A drug trafficking organization that imported pounds of fentanyl from Mexico and California, and cocaine from Puerto Rico, has been dismantled following a multi-county investigation in Florida, authorities said.

Man accused of sexual battery on 3 of his female juvenile family members

A Pinellas Park man has been arrested for alleged inappropriate sexual activity with three of his female family members between the ages of 12 and 18, according to police.

Armed teen robs man during Facebook marketplace sale: Police

A Facebook marketplace sale went sour earlier this month when Winter Haven police say a teen armed with a gun robbed a man trying to sell a key fob programming device. 

Governor DeSantis signs Boater Freedom Act

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the Boater Freedom Act on Monday during a press conference with the FWC in Panama City. 

Sea turtle nesting season is in full swing as advocates prepare for packed beaches this Memorial Day weekend

With Memorial Day weekend around the corner and turtle nesting season already underway making sure marine life goes undisturbed is top of mind for the Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch organization.

Toxic toad warning: Here's how to protect your pets

If a cat or dog gets too close to a cane toad they can become sick and die in as little as 15 minutes, according to FWC.

New Port Richey man killed in fiery crash on I-75: FHP

A New Port Richey man who troopers say was cutting in and out of traffic Sunday night was killed in a single-vehicle crash on I-75 in Wesley Chapel. 

900 new scooters rolling into St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg is set to expand its transportation landscape with the introduction of 900 new scooters, as the city partners with Lime and Spin to enhance mobility options for residents and visitors. 

Sheriff Grady Judd: 'Violent death' at group home prompts murder investigation

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says that his office is helping the Bartow Police Department investigate what they are calling a “violent death."

FHP arrests 2 drivers for racing over 125 MPH on I-4

Two men were arrested for racing at speeds of over 125 MPH on I-4 early on Sunday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Researching Goliath Grouper at the Tarpon Aquarium

A student seeking her Master's Degree is working on a new research project to show how smart the Goliath Grouper really is.

Man hospitalized after TPD says he ran into car's path

Tampa police say a man was taken to the hospital after he ran into the path of a car at the intersection of Kennedy Boulevard and Lois Avenue on Sunday.

Riverview High School teacher arrested for having sexual relations with student: HCSO

A teacher at Riverview High School has been arrested for allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship with a student, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

Video shows alligator eating baby gator in Florida's Everglades

A tour group in Florida’s Everglades came across an unsettling sight: they witnessed an adult alligator eating a baby gator in a "National Geographic moment."