Suspect arrested for trying to rob Tampa bank: Police

A suspect was arrested on Monday for trying to rob a Tampa bank this past Friday, according to officers. 

Annual Tampa tree giveaway aimed at replenishing tree canopy after hurricanes

After Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Tampa lost thousands of trees. It's why city officials are encouraging residents to participate in the fourth annual "Mayor Jane's Tree Giveaway."

Bay Area small businesses feel the squeeze of President Trump’s tariffs

A group of Tampa Bay small business owners gathered in Ybor City on Monday to discuss the impacts they're experiencing following the Trump Administration's sweeping tariffs. 

Croquet World Champion to be crowned in Venice this week

Many of us remember playing croquet in our parents' backyard, but in Venice, they're going to crown a Croquet World Champion this week. 

Rabies alert issued in Hillsborough County after stray cat tests positive: FDH

A rabies alert has been issued in Hillsborough County after a stray cat in the Town and Country area tested positive, according to the Florida Department of Health.

Dr. Anthony Fauci draws large crowd of supporters and protestors in Sarasota

Some celebrate Dr. Anthony Fauci; others question him. None dispute that he played a significant role in the nation’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Florida woman accused of hitting estranged husband's girlfriend with car: PCSO

A woman faces an attempted murder charge after Polk County deputies say she purposely hit another woman with her car after spotting the victim with the suspect's estranged husband.

Amidst assertions Hope Florida settlement payment was illegal, Gov. DeSantis responds

The governor is taking a new round of heat from members of both parties over a $10 million payment that went to the First Lady's "Hope Florida" project, with some lawmakers saying it was potentially illegal.

Firefighter hospitalized after fire at East Tampa commercial facility

A firefighter was taken to the hospital after battling a fire at an East Tampa commercial facility Monday morning, according to first responders. 

Florida man cited for shooting, killing great blue heron and duck on his property: FWC

A man allegedly shot and killed a great blue heron and a mallard duck that were on his property, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Man dies after crashing car into Spring Hill home: FHP

A 22-year-old man died after troopers say he crashed into a Hernando County home on Sunday night.

Teen arrested for murder after shooting 13-year-old while victim was recording: SPPD

A 14-year-old faces murder charges after St. Petersburg police say he fired a gun inside a vehicle, hitting a 13-year-old who was recording the suspect at the time.

Volunteers help mother move into new home after hurricanes

No one needs a reminder that the hurricanes impacted the Tampa Bay area this past season, but some people could not have recovered without the help of outreach groups and volunteers.

Deputy accidentally shoots self in leg while fending off dog attack: PCSO

A Polk County deputy is recovering after shooting herself in the leg during a dog attack on Sunday, according to the sheriff's office.