Man sentenced to 20 years for hit-and-run that killed Bartow High School student weeks from graduation
The man who hit and killed a Bartow High School student weeks from graduation, then left the scene, is headed to prison after a judge handed down a 20-year sentence on Thursday.
The man who hit and killed a Bartow High School student weeks from graduation, then left the scene, is headed to prison after a judge handed down a 20-year sentence on Thursday.
VIDEO: Florida suspects smash Tesla gate and steal 3 cars, deputies say
Video captured the moment two suspects rammed down a gate using one stolen Tesla and then drove off with two other stolen Tesla cars from a parking lot in Miami, Florida.
Video captured the moment two suspects rammed down a gate using one stolen Tesla and then drove off with two other stolen Tesla cars from a parking lot in Miami, Florida.
Florida officials warn of busy wildfire season, urge residents to prepare
Florida's top agriculture official is warning residents to get ready for what could be an especially dangerous wildfire season.
Florida's top agriculture official is warning residents to get ready for what could be an especially dangerous wildfire season.
Tampa Bay 24/7: Behind the scenes of Tampa International Airport’s overnight runway maintenance
While we’re sleeping, a dedicated team works tirelessly to ensure the smooth operation of Tampa International Airport, including the overnight workers who keep the airport running like a well-oiled machine.
While we’re sleeping, a dedicated team works tirelessly to ensure the smooth operation of Tampa International Airport, including the overnight workers who keep the airport running like a well-oiled machine.
Firefighter arrested for DUI after topping 100 mph in residential area: PCSO
A Gulfport firefighter faces a DUI charge after Pinellas County deputies say he reached speeds of more than 100 mph in a residential area while off-duty.
A Gulfport firefighter faces a DUI charge after Pinellas County deputies say he reached speeds of more than 100 mph in a residential area while off-duty.
1 hurt in chain reaction crash on Sunshine Skyway Bridge
A man is recovering from injuries after a crash involving a tractor-trailer and four other vehicles that snarled traffic on the Sunshine Skyway Bridge during the Thursday morning rush, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A man is recovering from injuries after a crash involving a tractor-trailer and four other vehicles that snarled traffic on the Sunshine Skyway Bridge during the Thursday morning rush, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Man arrested for DUI after crashing into patrol car in active work zone: FHP
A St. Petersburg man faces criminal charges after the Florida Highway Patrol says he crashed into a marked cruiser in a work zone on I-75 in Hillsborough County, sending a trooper to the hospital.
A St. Petersburg man faces criminal charges after the Florida Highway Patrol says he crashed into a marked cruiser in a work zone on I-75 in Hillsborough County, sending a trooper to the hospital.
Crews battle car fire on I-75 in Hillsborough County
Crews battled a car fire on I-75 in Hillsborough County, causing lane blockage during the Thursday morning rush.
Crews battled a car fire on I-75 in Hillsborough County, causing lane blockage during the Thursday morning rush.
Florida House, Senate pass budget plans
The Florida House and Senate on Wednesday passed proposed budgets that are billions of dollars apart, giving them a little more than three weeks to mesh their spending goals and reach an agreement on tax cuts.
The Florida House and Senate on Wednesday passed proposed budgets that are billions of dollars apart, giving them a little more than three weeks to mesh their spending goals and reach an agreement on tax cuts.
$510M of cocaine, marijuana seized by U.S. Coast Guard offloaded in South Florida, 34 suspects face charges
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi says nearly three dozen people face charges in 11 different cases after the Coast Guard seized tens of thousands of pounds worth of drugs from vessels linked to two Mexican cartels.
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi says nearly three dozen people face charges in 11 different cases after the Coast Guard seized tens of thousands of pounds worth of drugs from vessels linked to two Mexican cartels.
Matthew Knies scores in OT for his second hat trick and the Maple Leafs beat the Lightning 4-3
Matthew Knies scored a game-winning goal in overtime to record his second hat trick of the season, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Wednesday night.
Matthew Knies scored a game-winning goal in overtime to record his second hat trick of the season, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Wednesday night.
Caballero slugs 1st career slam and Rays win 5-4 over Angels with teams combining for 6 homers
José Caballero slugged his first career grand slam and the Tampa Bay Rays held on for a 5-4 win over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night to snap a five-game losing streak.
José Caballero slugged his first career grand slam and the Tampa Bay Rays held on for a 5-4 win over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night to snap a five-game losing streak.
Gulfport couple raises home after Hurricane Helene: ‘Up we go’
A Gulfport couple is preserving their colorful cottage by raising it 10 feet and hopes neighbors will follow suit to preserve the neighborhood charm.
A Gulfport couple is preserving their colorful cottage by raising it 10 feet and hopes neighbors will follow suit to preserve the neighborhood charm.
HCSO deputies begin using 'cruise lights' on patrol cars to deter crime
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is now one of Florida's first law enforcement agencies to fully implement ‘cruise lights’ on patrol cars.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is now one of Florida's first law enforcement agencies to fully implement ‘cruise lights’ on patrol cars.
Gulf of America name change approved by Florida Legislature
Florida lawmakers passed bills to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America" in state laws and materials.
Florida lawmakers passed bills to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America" in state laws and materials.
Tariffs on China threaten to cripple Tampa's fireworks industry and small businesses
President Donald Trump’s 125% tariffs on China are sparking major issues for the fireworks industry.
President Donald Trump’s 125% tariffs on China are sparking major issues for the fireworks industry.
Puppy, beaten beyond recognition, fighting for its life at Oviedo animal hospital
A 10-week-old puppy is fighting for its life after being badly beaten in Live Oak, Florida. The puppy was so severely swollen from its injuries, rescuers didn’t even know which breed she was.
A 10-week-old puppy is fighting for its life after being badly beaten in Live Oak, Florida. The puppy was so severely swollen from its injuries, rescuers didn’t even know which breed she was.
Lightning fan chronicles Bolts' history through jersey collection
A die-hard Lightning fan has chronicled Bolts' history through her jersey collection.
A die-hard Lightning fan has chronicled Bolts' history through her jersey collection.
Dozens of people recovering from sickness after eating at South Tampa restaurant
Dozens of people are recovering from an illness after eating at a South Tampa restaurant.
Dozens of people are recovering from an illness after eating at a South Tampa restaurant.
Palm Harbor University High School students to compete at the robotics world championship in Texas next week
The Palm Harbor University High School freshman robotics team will compete at the world championships in Houston next week.
The Palm Harbor University High School freshman robotics team will compete at the world championships in Houston next week.