USF researchers develop AI robot tech that could save lives in emergencies
Researchers at the University of South Florida are teaching robots to "speak" visually, a breakthrough that could change how emergency crews communicate when traditional systems fail.
Two-time breast cancer survivor, former Miss Florida USA advocates for cancer patients
Kristen Berset had it all. Crowned Miss Florida USA 2004, top 10 in the Miss USA pageant and on her way to her dream career as a TV news anchor, but a breast cancer diagnosis stopped her in her tracks and that's why she is encouraging all women to know the warning signs.
Tampa Bay Criminal Justice Summit 2025
Students, professionals, and anyone with an interest in the criminal justice system can gain insight into how it operates during the Tampa Bay Criminal Justice Summit.
Tampa startup makes water out of thin air, as it looks to change the way the world gets water
A Tampa-based company is reimagining the world’s water supply, by pulling water straight from the atmosphere.
Central Polk Parkway extension to improve safety, better access to I-4
The Central Polk Parkway will be extended 2.6 miles from U.S. 17/State Road 35 to State Road 60.
'Wheel Over Water' approved by Tampa City Council
The Tampa City Council gave the green light for a big, new attraction.
Tampa City Council delays funding vote for the South Howard flood relief project
The debate over Tampa’s controversial South Howard Flood Relief Project deepened Thursday, as City Council voted to delay a key funding decision
Video: Florida gator found hiding in Orlando apartment complex
An alligator was found hiding in an Orlando apartment complex on Tuesday.
HCSO captains fired amid academic cheating investigation
Two captains with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office have been terminated due to an academic cheating investigation, according to the agency.
Pasco County family still searching for answers in a 2015 missing woman case
Family still searches for answers in New Port Richey missing woman case.
Beach Art Center reopening Friday, one year after suffering hurricane damage
After a year of repairs from storm surge damage, the Beach Art Center in Indian Rocks Beach will have its grand reopening on Friday night.
Polk County teacher accused of lying about being ‘shoulder checked’ by fellow educator at school
A Polk County teacher from Lake Shipp Elementary School was arrested on Wednesday after deputies say she falsely reported being ‘shoulder-checked’ by another teacher at school for the second time in five years.
Dogs killed in St. Pete house fire: SPFR
St. Petersburg Fire Rescue responded to a house fire Thursday around 1:15 a.m. at the 7500 block of 9th Avenue North.
Missing Bradenton teen found after statewide alert
A Bradenton teenager who was at the heart of a Florida Missing Child Alert earlier this week has been safely located. No other details were provided.
New Publix opens in former food desert in West River District of Tampa
The new Publix store in the West River District of Tampa is officially open.
Tampa City Council considers pipes plan to pave way for South Howard flood relief
Tampa City Council members are expected to review a $4.1 million agreement with Kimmins Contracting Corporation for work tied to the South Howard Flood Relief Project.
NBA legend Chauncey Billups, Heat's Terry Rozier arrested as part of FBI gambling probe
Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups, Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and former NBA guard and coach Damon Jones were among 34 arrested as part of a widespread FBI investigation on Thursday, Fox News Digital confirmed.
Two injured in Clearwater stabbing: Police
Clearwater police are investigating an early Thursday morning stabbing that sent two men to the hospital.
Manatee County Animal Welfare moves operations to expanded Bradenton campus
After 80 years in its Palmetto facility, Manatee County Animal Welfare is getting ready to relocate its dogs into a new, modern shelter on the Bishop Campus in Bradenton.
Judge finds HCSO in contempt for public record delay in Sabrina Aisenberg case
A Tampa attorney wants to take a look at the documents in the disappearance of Sabrina Aisenberg. A judge found the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office in contempt for a slow handover of the files.