Crews battle early morning fire at Brandon home

Firefighters worked early Friday to put out a fire at a home in Brandon, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.

Florida's solar boom could face federal road block if tax credit eliminated

Florida has seen a massive surge in solar energy, with the state now producing enough solar power to run more than 2 million homes. Nearly 30,000 homeowners installed solar panels this year, taking advantage of a 30% federal tax credit that offsets costs — often saving homeowners thousands of dollars.

Man used life vest to fend off alligator attack at Lake Kissimmee State Park

New details have been released about a violent alligator attack that left a woman seriously injured while kayaking in Lake Kissimmee State Park earlier this year.

State testing for possible blue-green algae at Lake Crago in Polk County

Water sample testing is underway to determine if blue-green algae is in Lake Crago. State health officials said blue-green algae may be present by the boat ramp near the recreational center.

Hyde Park Village sees change as area grows with new businesses coming in, others leaving

As development booms around Tampa, Hyde Park Village is one of the areas where change is happening. New business is coming in, while other businesses have moved out over the last several years.

Missing Riverview teen sparks statewide alert

Law enforcement officers are searching for a Riverview teenager who ran away from her group home on Monday. 

ICE raid in Tallahassee: 100 arrested at Florida construction site, officials say

More than 100 suspected undocumented immigrants were arrested Thursday in a targeted ICE raid on a construction site in Tallahasse, Florida, according to U.S. Homeland Security Investigations.

Zephyrhills teen found safe after Missing Child Alert

A Missing Child Alert issued for a Zephyrhills teenager has been canceled. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement said the teen was found safe. 

Man who tried to kill ex-girlfriend & killed her dog headed to prison

The man who traveled from Atlanta to Florida, then tried to kill his ex-girlfriend and shot her dog after the attack, learned his fate in a Tampa courtroom on Thursday.

How Hope Pathways of Manatee County is helping those dealing with aftermath of last year's hurricane season

Rebuilding after last year’s hurricane season can be frustrating, bringing heartache and a lot of questions and concerns. Residents are left dealing with insurance claims not fully paid to finding the right contractor to do the job.

Horse Soldier Bourbon to open Kentucky distillery

A group of retired Green Berets who started a bourbon business in the Bay Area are planning to open a distillery in Kentucky with hopes of leaving a lasting legacy for the next generation.

Gov. DeSantis vetoes Florida medical malpractice bill to repeal 'Free Kill' law

Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Thursday he is vetoing a bill passed by Florida lawmakers that would have lifted age restrictions for seeking uncapped non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases.

Woman hospitalized, pet reportedly missing after fire at Clearwater mobile home

A woman is hospitalized and a pet is reportedly missing after crews battled a fire that severely damaged a mobile home early Thursday, according to Clearwater Fire Rescue.

Hurricane Season 2025: Duke Energy gives inside look at control center

As Florida heads into what’s expected to be an above-normal hurricane season, Duke Energy Florida is providing a behind-the-scenes look at the operations center responsible for managing outages and power restoration during major storms.