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.
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.
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."
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."
Sarasota police looking for suspects after golf cart theft at Marie Selby Gardens
Sarasota police are looking for the people responsible for stealing a golf cart at Marie Selby Gardens early on Saturday morning.
Sarasota police are looking for the people responsible for stealing a golf cart at Marie Selby Gardens early on Saturday morning.
FWC reminds people to be safe as boaters take to the water this summer
With just a week until Memorial Day weekend, the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission is reminding everyone to have safety top of mind while on the water.
With just a week until Memorial Day weekend, the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission is reminding everyone to have safety top of mind while on the water.
Corey Avenue businesses celebrate reopening after withstanding back-to-back hurricanes
Like so many businesses across St. Pete Beach, storm surge and wind damage from back-to-back hurricanes last fall completely destroyed stores, restaurants, and even a theatre that sits along popular Corey Ave.
Like so many businesses across St. Pete Beach, storm surge and wind damage from back-to-back hurricanes last fall completely destroyed stores, restaurants, and even a theatre that sits along popular Corey Ave.
Investigation over after USF police found gun supplies on campus
The USF Police Department has ended its investigation after finding an empty gun case, empty ammunition magazines and some personal items on the campus of USF.
The USF Police Department has ended its investigation after finding an empty gun case, empty ammunition magazines and some personal items on the campus of USF.
HIV programs in Pinellas face uncertainty amid budget cut talks
With one of the highest HIV rates in Florida, Pinellas County relies on free, anonymous testing to help fight the epidemic. But, non-profits leading those efforts fear their programs could be on the chopping block as lawmakers weigh major budget cuts.
With one of the highest HIV rates in Florida, Pinellas County relies on free, anonymous testing to help fight the epidemic. But, non-profits leading those efforts fear their programs could be on the chopping block as lawmakers weigh major budget cuts.
Tampa police arrest more than 50 in crackdown on fake IDs in Soho, Ybor districts
As the vibrant nightlife continues to draw crowds in Soho and Ybor, the Tampa Police Department is intensifying efforts to curb underage drinking and the use of fake IDs. This initiative, dubbed "Operation Buzzkill" by users on social media, has already led to more than 50 arrests in recent weeks.
As the vibrant nightlife continues to draw crowds in Soho and Ybor, the Tampa Police Department is intensifying efforts to curb underage drinking and the use of fake IDs. This initiative, dubbed "Operation Buzzkill" by users on social media, has already led to more than 50 arrests in recent weeks.
Florida leaders send letter to Hillsborough Schools demanding certain books deemed inappropriate be removed
The Hillsborough County School District came under fire this week after Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier demanded certain books the state deemed inappropriate be removed from school libraries.
The Hillsborough County School District came under fire this week after Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier demanded certain books the state deemed inappropriate be removed from school libraries.
Clearwater woman selling 'Star Wars,' 'Star Trek' collections
Liz Kosmas wanted all the "Star Trek" and "Star Wars" collectibles she could find. She loved building a big collection when she was 22 – but now, at 57, there's not enough room after moving into a one-bedroom apartment in Clearwater.
Liz Kosmas wanted all the "Star Trek" and "Star Wars" collectibles she could find. She loved building a big collection when she was 22 – but now, at 57, there's not enough room after moving into a one-bedroom apartment in Clearwater.
Rep. Kathy Castor calls for federal investigation into Hope Florida
There are new calls for a federal investigation into Hope Florida, the program spearheaded by Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis.
There are new calls for a federal investigation into Hope Florida, the program spearheaded by Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis.
Bradenton police add credit card skimming device detectors to their arsenal
Swiping your credit or debit card could be opening yourself up to thieves if they’ve been able to put credit card skimmers on card readers. But now, the Bradenton Police Department is dedicating time and manpower to make sure residents and their bank accounts remain safe.
Swiping your credit or debit card could be opening yourself up to thieves if they’ve been able to put credit card skimmers on card readers. But now, the Bradenton Police Department is dedicating time and manpower to make sure residents and their bank accounts remain safe.
Retired Tampa police officer sentenced to more than a century in prison after child porn conviction
A former Tampa police officer was sentenced to more than a century in prison.
A former Tampa police officer was sentenced to more than a century in prison.
Winter Haven Regional Airport to use digital remote tower system to enhance safety, first in nation
As the Winter Haven Regional Airport gets busier and busier every year, the airport is looking for new and inventive ways to enhance safety and efficiency.
As the Winter Haven Regional Airport gets busier and busier every year, the airport is looking for new and inventive ways to enhance safety and efficiency.
Bay Area shop brings 'wizard world' to life
Inside Mad Dragon Studio, a small, family-owned business in downtown Zephyrhills, lies a world of fantasy and magic.
Inside Mad Dragon Studio, a small, family-owned business in downtown Zephyrhills, lies a world of fantasy and magic.
Jacksonville airport reopens after vehicle fire in parking garage, officials say
The Jacksonville International Airport (JIA) in Florida has reopened after being closed for several hours when a fire broke out in one of its parking garages on Friday afternoon.
The Jacksonville International Airport (JIA) in Florida has reopened after being closed for several hours when a fire broke out in one of its parking garages on Friday afternoon.
Grady Judd: 255 suspects, including 36 illegal immigrants, busted in operation ‘Fool Around and Find Out’
More than 250 suspects were arrested during a nine-day, multi-agency undercover investigation in Polk County.
More than 250 suspects were arrested during a nine-day, multi-agency undercover investigation in Polk County.
Advisory lifted for popular Pinellas County beaches, bacteria at 'acceptable level'
The Florida Department of Health has lifted its advisory for three Pinellas County beaches that previously showed high levels of bacteria in the water.
The Florida Department of Health has lifted its advisory for three Pinellas County beaches that previously showed high levels of bacteria in the water.
Here's what Florida's bear hunt would look like if it moves forward
For the first time in a decade, bear hunting may be back on the books in Florida soon.
For the first time in a decade, bear hunting may be back on the books in Florida soon.