Rays select builder as funding debate continues for proposed Tampa stadium
The Tampa Bay Rays have selected stadium builder AECOM Hunt for a proposed new ballpark, though local leaders are still working to finalize a financing agreement.
The Tampa Bay Rays have selected stadium builder AECOM Hunt for a proposed new ballpark, though local leaders are still working to finalize a financing agreement.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announces Port Tampa Bay investment
Federal officials are targeting continued growth at Port Tampa Bay with a $1 million grant to revitalize the shipping industry.
Federal officials are targeting continued growth at Port Tampa Bay with a $1 million grant to revitalize the shipping industry.
Venice Beach renourishment: Shoreline project nears projected September completion
A beach renourishment project along 3.2 miles of Venice Beach is reaching its final stages.
A beach renourishment project along 3.2 miles of Venice Beach is reaching its final stages.
USF St. Petersburg launches industrial composter to tackle food waste
Scraps from students’ plates and dining hall kitchens at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg are getting a second life as nutrient-rich soil, thanks to an industrial-sized composter unveiled Monday.
Scraps from students’ plates and dining hall kitchens at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg are getting a second life as nutrient-rich soil, thanks to an industrial-sized composter unveiled Monday.
Clearwater teen's heart defect found through new Florida high school sports screening law
A routine heart screening uncovered a potentially serious medical condition in a Clearwater high school athlete, giving his family a chance to address the problem before it became a life-threatening emergency.
A routine heart screening uncovered a potentially serious medical condition in a Clearwater high school athlete, giving his family a chance to address the problem before it became a life-threatening emergency.
Florida primary election set to decide high-stakes governor match-up
With Governor Ron DeSantis term-limited, Florida's 2026 primary is heating up as GOP candidates fight to advance to the general election.
With Governor Ron DeSantis term-limited, Florida's 2026 primary is heating up as GOP candidates fight to advance to the general election.
Florida man arrested after shooting cat with BB gun: LCSO
A Florida man was arrested after Lee County deputies say he shot a cat with a BB gun, leaving the animal with a fractured leg.
A Florida man was arrested after Lee County deputies say he shot a cat with a BB gun, leaving the animal with a fractured leg.
Winter Haven food truck owners accused of using lost debit card for $1.4K in purchases: Police
A pair of Winter Haven food truck owners were arrested after police say they used a woman's debit card after she accidentally dropped it at a gas station, making more than $1,400 in purchases during a shopping spree.
A pair of Winter Haven food truck owners were arrested after police say they used a woman's debit card after she accidentally dropped it at a gas station, making more than $1,400 in purchases during a shopping spree.
Florida Senate race: Who will challenge Ashley Moody in November?
Florida voters will head to the polls Tuesday for the state's special U.S. Senate primary, with Republican Sen. Ashley Moody seeking the nomination and two Democrats competing for a chance to challenge her in November.
Florida voters will head to the polls Tuesday for the state's special U.S. Senate primary, with Republican Sen. Ashley Moody seeking the nomination and two Democrats competing for a chance to challenge her in November.
Florida cyclosporiasis cases surge to 417, nearly double last year: FDOH
Cyclosporiasis cases in Florida reached 417 as of Aug. 8, reflecting an increase from the state's total last year.
Cyclosporiasis cases in Florida reached 417 as of Aug. 8, reflecting an increase from the state's total last year.
Man accused in deadly New Port Richey machete attack captured in Lake City
A Saturday night fight on Hillside Drive in New Port Richey turned deadly, triggering a multi-agency manhunt that ended with a suspect's arrest in Lake City on Monday morning, according to police.
A Saturday night fight on Hillside Drive in New Port Richey turned deadly, triggering a multi-agency manhunt that ended with a suspect's arrest in Lake City on Monday morning, according to police.
Billy Adams trial: Jury selection set to begin for Tampa rapper accused of killing pregnant girlfriend
Jury selection begins Wednesday for Tampa rapper Billy Adams, who faces first-degree murder charges for allegedly killing his pregnant girlfriend and her unborn child.
Jury selection begins Wednesday for Tampa rapper Billy Adams, who faces first-degree murder charges for allegedly killing his pregnant girlfriend and her unborn child.
Man accused of kidnapping, killing Jennifer Odom in 1993 heads to trial
A man linked to a decades-old cold case through DNA evidence goes on trial Monday for the 1993 abduction and murder of 12-year-old Jennifer Odom.
A man linked to a decades-old cold case through DNA evidence goes on trial Monday for the 1993 abduction and murder of 12-year-old Jennifer Odom.
Primary election 2026: How to cast a ballot in Bay Area
Voters across the Bay Area will cast ballots in Florida’s primary election on Tuesday, August 18.
Voters across the Bay Area will cast ballots in Florida’s primary election on Tuesday, August 18.
Humane Society of Tampa Bay treats dozens of abandoned rabbits
More than 20 domesticated rabbits are recovering after being dumped at a local park without food or protection. Humane Society staff urge pet owners to seek help instead of abandoning fragile animals.
More than 20 domesticated rabbits are recovering after being dumped at a local park without food or protection. Humane Society staff urge pet owners to seek help instead of abandoning fragile animals.
Florida’s upcoming executions: Three long-standing capital cases
Florida set a modern record for executions in 2025, when Gov. Ron DeSantis issued death warrants that ultimately led to 19 executions—the most in a single year in the state's modern death-penalty era. The previous record was eight executions, set in 2018.
Florida set a modern record for executions in 2025, when Gov. Ron DeSantis issued death warrants that ultimately led to 19 executions—the most in a single year in the state's modern death-penalty era. The previous record was eight executions, set in 2018.
D23 announcements: Villains Land, Piston Peak, Tropical Americas, Monstropolis
The latest D23 news and updates on Villains Land, Piston Peak National Park, Tropical Americas, and more coming to Walt Disney World's theme parks.
The latest D23 news and updates on Villains Land, Piston Peak National Park, Tropical Americas, and more coming to Walt Disney World's theme parks.
Professional Santas, Mrs. Clauses gather in Tarpon Springs for annual workshop
More than 80 professional Santas and Mrs. Clauses attended the Palm Tree Santas Workshop in Tarpon Springs. The event featured out-of-state instructors who provided training on photo sessions, hospital visits and different types of environments.
More than 80 professional Santas and Mrs. Clauses attended the Palm Tree Santas Workshop in Tarpon Springs. The event featured out-of-state instructors who provided training on photo sessions, hospital visits and different types of environments.
2 arrested after 10-year-old found unresponsive from possible fentanyl overdose in Florida hotel room: LCSO
Two people were arrested after a 10-year-old child was found unresponsive from a possible drug overdose at a Fort Myers hotel, where Lee County deputies say they discovered fentanyl and drug paraphernalia inside the room.
Two people were arrested after a 10-year-old child was found unresponsive from a possible drug overdose at a Fort Myers hotel, where Lee County deputies say they discovered fentanyl and drug paraphernalia inside the room.
Bradenton hit-and-run crash victim dies from injuries
A 47-year-old man has died from his injuries nearly a week after a hit-and-run driver struck him while he crossed a Bradenton street with his bicycle, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
A 47-year-old man has died from his injuries nearly a week after a hit-and-run driver struck him while he crossed a Bradenton street with his bicycle, according to the Bradenton Police Department.