'Thank You, Jesus': Survivor recounts moments after plane crashed off Florida coast into ocean
When Olympia Outten heard the sounds of the U.S. Space Force plane and a rescue helicopter, she said she jumped for joy in the middle of her life raft, while waiving an emergency flag.
When Olympia Outten heard the sounds of the U.S. Space Force plane and a rescue helicopter, she said she jumped for joy in the middle of her life raft, while waiving an emergency flag.
FWC approves new restrictions on giant manta ray captures in Florida after viral video sparks public outcry
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved new rules Wednesday prohibiting the international export of giant manta rays to foreign facilities.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved new rules Wednesday prohibiting the international export of giant manta rays to foreign facilities.
Bradenton City Hall could temporarily move into Manatee County Administration Building as sale nears closing
After two years under contract, the sale of Bradenton City Hall is approaching its final stages, and city officials may have found a temporary home just a few blocks away.
After two years under contract, the sale of Bradenton City Hall is approaching its final stages, and city officials may have found a temporary home just a few blocks away.
1 killed in Lakeland crash: LPD
One person was killed Thursday morning in a single-vehicle crash, according to the Lakeland Police Department.
One person was killed Thursday morning in a single-vehicle crash, according to the Lakeland Police Department.
Trump and DeSantis sued over donation of Miami land for 'extravagant' presidential library
Miami residents and a student filed a lawsuit Wednesday against President Donald Trump and Florida officials over the donation of college-owned land for a future presidential library.
Miami residents and a student filed a lawsuit Wednesday against President Donald Trump and Florida officials over the donation of college-owned land for a future presidential library.
Florida alligator caught on video eating smaller gator at Gatorland
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Tampa man trying to walk across I-75 near Fletcher Avenue hit, killed by 2 vehicles: FHP
A Tampa man died late Wednesday night after troopers said he was hit by two vehicles while trying to cross I-75 in Tampa.
A Tampa man died late Wednesday night after troopers said he was hit by two vehicles while trying to cross I-75 in Tampa.
Florida AG launches investigation into NFL Rooney Rule
What began as an effort to expand opportunities in NFL leadership is now facing legal scrutiny in Florida.
What began as an effort to expand opportunities in NFL leadership is now facing legal scrutiny in Florida.
Taxpayers on the hook? $85M Florida city hall opens after delays, surprise $500K fix
After more than a year of delays and mounting frustration from city leaders, Largo’s new City Hall is now set to open to the public next week.
After more than a year of delays and mounting frustration from city leaders, Largo’s new City Hall is now set to open to the public next week.
Bay Area manufacturing companies push apprenticeships amid aging workforce crisis
This month, Florida TaxWatch released a new report looking at the state's $86.6 billion manufacturing industry.
This month, Florida TaxWatch released a new report looking at the state's $86.6 billion manufacturing industry.
FWC investigating after hundreds of dead fish found in Lakeland's Lake Hollingsworth
It has felt a lot like summer over the past couple of weeks, and it's affecting our local lakes. In Lakeland, hundreds of fish were found dead, prompting the state to investigate the cause.
It has felt a lot like summer over the past couple of weeks, and it's affecting our local lakes. In Lakeland, hundreds of fish were found dead, prompting the state to investigate the cause.
Meet the 2026 March for Babies Tampa Bay ambassador family: ‘In the Vassells, we excel’
Family chosen as 'March for Babies' ambassador family after two of their children were born premature and ended up in the NICU.
Family chosen as 'March for Babies' ambassador family after two of their children were born premature and ended up in the NICU.
South Tampa residents clash over El Prado Boulevard redesign project: 'It's absolute chaos'
A controversial plan to redesign El Prado Boulevard drew a packed crowd on Wednesday night at the Jan Platt Library in South Tampa.
A controversial plan to redesign El Prado Boulevard drew a packed crowd on Wednesday night at the Jan Platt Library in South Tampa.
Tornadoes strike Pasco County, damaging homes and power line: NWS
Two tornadoes touched down in Pasco County Tuesday afternoon as strong thunderstorms moved ashore from the Gulf, according to a preliminary damage survey released Wednesday by the National Weather Service in Ruskin.
Two tornadoes touched down in Pasco County Tuesday afternoon as strong thunderstorms moved ashore from the Gulf, according to a preliminary damage survey released Wednesday by the National Weather Service in Ruskin.
Florida fishing rule change impacts non-residents buying short-term licenses online
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is making changes to how non-residents get fishing licenses in Florida.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is making changes to how non-residents get fishing licenses in Florida.
Can tarantula venom cure anxiety? Tampa teen's AI research wins Florida Invention Convention
For most people, a tarantula is a source of pure anxiety. But for King High School graduating senior Daniel Park, the venomous spider might actually hold the cure.
For most people, a tarantula is a source of pure anxiety. But for King High School graduating senior Daniel Park, the venomous spider might actually hold the cure.
Florida drug-related deaths declined sharply in 2025, FDLE says
State leaders announced new data showing an overall decline in drug-related deaths across Florida.
State leaders announced new data showing an overall decline in drug-related deaths across Florida.
Florida authorities seize over 250 illegal gambling machines, $120K in Operation Silent Spin
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office announced the dismantling of three illegal gambling arcades last week in partnership with the Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) and Homeland Security Investigations.
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office announced the dismantling of three illegal gambling arcades last week in partnership with the Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) and Homeland Security Investigations.
Theft ring responsible for over $12 million in stolen items dismantled in Operation D-Fence: HCSO
A massive, organized retail theft ring that was responsible for moving millions of dollars in stolen goods has been dismantled following a joint operation.
A massive, organized retail theft ring that was responsible for moving millions of dollars in stolen goods has been dismantled following a joint operation.
Pope names Franciscan priest to lead Diocese of Venice as Bishop Dewane announces retirement
The Diocese of Venice is preparing for a change in leadership as Bishop Frank Dewane announces his retirement after 20 years of service.
The Diocese of Venice is preparing for a change in leadership as Bishop Frank Dewane announces his retirement after 20 years of service.