Tampa teen achieves rare scouting 'trifecta': 'It taught me everything I know about leadership'
At just 17 years old, John Humphreys has accomplished a feat few in the history of Scouting America have ever reached. He has officially secured the "Trifecta," earning the top honors across three distinct branches of the organization.
At just 17 years old, John Humphreys has accomplished a feat few in the history of Scouting America have ever reached. He has officially secured the "Trifecta," earning the top honors across three distinct branches of the organization.
Sarasota youth shelter project raises nearly $10M to help homeless children
What started as a vision is rapidly becoming a reality on Sawyer Road. Safe Children Coalition has officially surpassed its $9.5 million fundraising goal, for a state-of-the-art facility designed to help Sarasota’s most vulnerable youth.
What started as a vision is rapidly becoming a reality on Sawyer Road. Safe Children Coalition has officially surpassed its $9.5 million fundraising goal, for a state-of-the-art facility designed to help Sarasota’s most vulnerable youth.
Firefighters get grasp on Hernando County fire that torched 120 acres
A brush fire that broke out in Hernando County on Sunday night was 100 percent contained by Monday evening.
A brush fire that broke out in Hernando County on Sunday night was 100 percent contained by Monday evening.
Winter Haven brothers battle rare genetic mutation linked to leukemia
A Winter Haven family is navigating an emotional and life-changing medical journey, as two young brothers fight the same rare condition that can lead to leukemia.
A Winter Haven family is navigating an emotional and life-changing medical journey, as two young brothers fight the same rare condition that can lead to leukemia.
Missing man last seen paddleboarding found dead near Courtney Campbell Causeway Bridge: TPD
The body of a missing paddleboarder was recovered on Monday morning near Courtney Campbell Bridge.
The body of a missing paddleboarder was recovered on Monday morning near Courtney Campbell Bridge.
Ruskin man accused of shooting woman through door of Apollo Beach home: HCSO
A Ruskin man is facing multiple felony charges, including attempted second-degree murder, after deputies say he shot a woman through the front door of a home in Apollo Beach Sunday morning.
A Ruskin man is facing multiple felony charges, including attempted second-degree murder, after deputies say he shot a woman through the front door of a home in Apollo Beach Sunday morning.
8 inmates, employees schemed to bring cell phones, drugs, other contraband into Citrus County Jail: Indictment
A group of inmates and employees are accused of working together to introduce contraband into the Citrus County Jail.
A group of inmates and employees are accused of working together to introduce contraband into the Citrus County Jail.
Dunedin to rebuild Clearwater ferry dock with $828K federal grant after hurricanes
Federal funding of $828,000 will rebuild Dunedin’s ferry dock after damage from both hurricanes Milton and Helene.
Federal funding of $828,000 will rebuild Dunedin’s ferry dock after damage from both hurricanes Milton and Helene.
Man pushing a woman in a wheelchair killed in Tampa crash: Police
The Tampa Police Department is investigating a traffic collision that occurred late Sunday evening, claiming the life of one man and leaving a woman in critical condition.
The Tampa Police Department is investigating a traffic collision that occurred late Sunday evening, claiming the life of one man and leaving a woman in critical condition.
7 rescued after boat begins taking on water: PRFD
Seven people were rescued by the Port Richey Fire Department in Pasco County on Sunday evening when their boat began taking on water.
Seven people were rescued by the Port Richey Fire Department in Pasco County on Sunday evening when their boat began taking on water.
Florida ‘conspiracy theorist’ accused of shooting neighbor to death at Bartow apartment complex
A Bartow man is accused of shooting his downstairs neighbor to death at an apartment complex.
A Bartow man is accused of shooting his downstairs neighbor to death at an apartment complex.
When will Artemis II launch? Favorable weather for April 1 historic moon mission
Weather conditions are favorable for the evening of April 1 launch. Meteorologists at Patrick Space Force Base currently give the mission an 80% chance of “go" – meaning only a 20% risk of weather violations during the window.
Weather conditions are favorable for the evening of April 1 launch. Meteorologists at Patrick Space Force Base currently give the mission an 80% chance of “go" – meaning only a 20% risk of weather violations during the window.
Suncoast Stable in Pasco County offering week-long summer camps
As families look for ways to keep kids active and engaged over summer break, one local option is offering a hands-on experience both in and out of the saddle.
As families look for ways to keep kids active and engaged over summer break, one local option is offering a hands-on experience both in and out of the saddle.
Hernando Democratic Party chairman arrested, Republican Party of Florida calling for immediate removal
Chair and State Committee member of the Hernando County Democratic Party, Brian Stewart, was arrested on Saturday on charges of battery.
Chair and State Committee member of the Hernando County Democratic Party, Brian Stewart, was arrested on Saturday on charges of battery.
St. Petersburg showcases murals with "Paint It Pink" project, transforming aging buildings into artwork
A once-aging apartment complex in downtown St. Petersburg is getting a colorful sendoff before it’s torn down, turning into one of the city’s largest public art displays in the process.
A once-aging apartment complex in downtown St. Petersburg is getting a colorful sendoff before it’s torn down, turning into one of the city’s largest public art displays in the process.
New water restrictions for Southwest Florida starting this week
Much of Southwest Florida is under a "Modified Phase III Water Shortage."
Much of Southwest Florida is under a "Modified Phase III Water Shortage."
Evacuation order lifted in Hernando County area following brush fire: HCFR
As of Sunday evening, the evacuation order issued by Hernando County Fire Rescue and The Withlacoochee Forestry Center has been lifted for Hernando Beach areas on the east side of Shoal Line Boulevard due to the Preserve Brush fire.
As of Sunday evening, the evacuation order issued by Hernando County Fire Rescue and The Withlacoochee Forestry Center has been lifted for Hernando Beach areas on the east side of Shoal Line Boulevard due to the Preserve Brush fire.
Land O' Lakes man killed, two injured in crash: FHP
A 58-year-old Land O' Lakes man is dead and two other drivers are injured following a multi-vehicle crash early Sunday morning on Ehren Cutoff, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 58-year-old Land O' Lakes man is dead and two other drivers are injured following a multi-vehicle crash early Sunday morning on Ehren Cutoff, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Pinellas Botanicals & BrunchFest blooms with plants, local vendors and unique breakfast bites
Whether it's for the beautiful botanicals, the unique creations or the food, there is plenty to explore at the Pinellas Botanicals and BrunchFest.
Whether it's for the beautiful botanicals, the unique creations or the food, there is plenty to explore at the Pinellas Botanicals and BrunchFest.
Largo woman arrested on animal cruelty charges: PCSO
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office said it has arrested a Largo woman on charges of abusing four cats and two dogs.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office said it has arrested a Largo woman on charges of abusing four cats and two dogs.