Man arrested for DUI after crashing into deputy’s patrol vehicle, leaving scene on East Adamo Drive: HCSO
A man is facing charges after he crashed into a deputy's patrol vehicle during an early morning traffic stop in Tampa Saturday, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
A man is facing charges after he crashed into a deputy's patrol vehicle during an early morning traffic stop in Tampa Saturday, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Teen arrested after reaching 154 mph on I-4 in Hillsborough County: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol says a teen was arrested Sunday after he was speeding at more than 150 mph on wet roads along Interstate 4 in Hillsborough County.
The Florida Highway Patrol says a teen was arrested Sunday after he was speeding at more than 150 mph on wet roads along Interstate 4 in Hillsborough County.
Local Tampa native brings her Filipino food favorites to the menu at the Lucky Tigre
Lucky Tigre is looking forward to this new year in their new location being a chance at a new start for 2026.
Lucky Tigre is looking forward to this new year in their new location being a chance at a new start for 2026.
HCSO closes 2005 cold case murder of Tampa woman after suspect's death
After two decades, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has closed a cold case investigation due to the death of a suspect in the 2005 murder of 31-year-old Tammy Fickey.
After two decades, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has closed a cold case investigation due to the death of a suspect in the 2005 murder of 31-year-old Tammy Fickey.
Florida reactions mixed after capture of Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro
Celebrations erupted Saturday in South Florida following news of the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Celebrations erupted Saturday in South Florida following news of the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Tarpon Springs gears up for 120th annual Epiphany Day
It’s an event that’s rich in history and tradition. The 120th annual Greek Orthodox Epiphany Day in Tarpon Springs — commemorating the baptism of Jesus Christ by St. John the Baptist. The ceremony celebrates faith, family and tradition.
It’s an event that’s rich in history and tradition. The 120th annual Greek Orthodox Epiphany Day in Tarpon Springs — commemorating the baptism of Jesus Christ by St. John the Baptist. The ceremony celebrates faith, family and tradition.
Dirt bike rider hospitalized after serious crash in Brooksville: HCFR
A person was flown to the hospital after they suffered serious injuries in a dirt bike crash Saturday afternoon, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.
A person was flown to the hospital after they suffered serious injuries in a dirt bike crash Saturday afternoon, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.
New York flavor in downtown Tampa
In the center of downtown Tampa, there's a taste of a typical New York diner ready to serve anyone with a craving for home cooking at almost any hour of the day.
In the center of downtown Tampa, there's a taste of a typical New York diner ready to serve anyone with a craving for home cooking at almost any hour of the day.
2 dogs found dead in Riverview house fire: HCFR
Two dogs were killed in a fire that broke out in the garage of a home in Riverview Friday night, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Two dogs were killed in a fire that broke out in the garage of a home in Riverview Friday night, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Most of Tampa Bay area enters severe drought to start 2026 from lack of rain
The Withlacoochee Forestry Center of the Florida Forest Service said it's already responded to nine wildfires in 2026 in the Tampa Bay area. The latest one was in Citrus County, and the current weather isn’t enough to keep the wildfires down.
The Withlacoochee Forestry Center of the Florida Forest Service said it's already responded to nine wildfires in 2026 in the Tampa Bay area. The latest one was in Citrus County, and the current weather isn’t enough to keep the wildfires down.
Business donates jewelry to Lakeland teen recovering in hospital after being shot by stepfather
The owners of a jewelry business are showing their support and love to the victims of a murder suicide, including a 13-year-old who suffered gunshot wounds.
The owners of a jewelry business are showing their support and love to the victims of a murder suicide, including a 13-year-old who suffered gunshot wounds.
SPCA Florida gives specialized care to kittens burned in a house fire
On New Year’s Eve, the SPCA Florida received a call from their rescue partners in Lakeland about two badly burned kittens in a house fire.
On New Year’s Eve, the SPCA Florida received a call from their rescue partners in Lakeland about two badly burned kittens in a house fire.
Retired cop accused of threatening 75-year-old PCSO volunteer officer over parking citation: Grady Judd
A retired law enforcement officer is facing charges after deputies say he threatened a 75-year-old Polk County Sheriff’s Office volunteer officer while being issued a parking citation in Lakeland.
A retired law enforcement officer is facing charges after deputies say he threatened a 75-year-old Polk County Sheriff’s Office volunteer officer while being issued a parking citation in Lakeland.
3 Floridians among those ill after eating raw oysters amid national salmonella outbreak
Three Floridians reported falling ill from salmonella in a national outbreak that includes 64 total cases across 22 states. People are reporting eating raw oysters, according to the CDC.
Three Floridians reported falling ill from salmonella in a national outbreak that includes 64 total cases across 22 states. People are reporting eating raw oysters, according to the CDC.
Glass art from around the world on display in St. Petersburg
Beautiful glass pieces made by artists from around the world are currently on display for "Magic + Migration: Nature in Contemporary Glass."
Beautiful glass pieces made by artists from around the world are currently on display for "Magic + Migration: Nature in Contemporary Glass."
Longtime realtor expecting Tampa Bay area's housing market to stabilize in 2026
Some realtors in the Tampa Bay area are forecasting a stabilization in the housing market in 2026.
Some realtors in the Tampa Bay area are forecasting a stabilization in the housing market in 2026.
Florida’s test scores decline as nation struggles with student performance
Florida’s school test scores are declining as the nation struggles with student performance as well.
Florida’s school test scores are declining as the nation struggles with student performance as well.
Suspects accused of dumping sick puppies in a Largo park illegally bred dogs: Police
Two suspects were arrested and face 12 counts of felony animal cruelty charges each after police say they abandoned dogs in Taylor Park.
Two suspects were arrested and face 12 counts of felony animal cruelty charges each after police say they abandoned dogs in Taylor Park.
Artists and businesses prep for Corey Avenue Art and Craft Festival in St. Pete Beach
If you’re looking for a way to support local businesses in the new year, Corey Avenue in St. Pete Beach is holding the popular Art and Craft Festival on Saturday and Sunday.
If you’re looking for a way to support local businesses in the new year, Corey Avenue in St. Pete Beach is holding the popular Art and Craft Festival on Saturday and Sunday.
State officials move to ban paper straws at restaurants, citing 'concerning health risks'
A bill introduced in Florida takes aim at paper drinking straws and stirrers at food businesses and restaurants.
A bill introduced in Florida takes aim at paper drinking straws and stirrers at food businesses and restaurants.