New Buc-ee's locations coming to Florida: Here's what we know

One of the most beloved gas station convenience store chains has plans to expand its reach across Florida. As the love for Buc-ee's continues to grow in the Sunshine State, several more locations are already in the works, including spots in St. Lucie County, Ocala and Leon County.

'Heard a Crunch': Key impales woman's foot leaving emergency doctors stunned

Doctors in an emergency department in St Petersburg were "stunned" when a woman showed up at the hospital with a key stuck in the bottom of her foot.

Will Buxton set for IndyCar on FOX debut broadcast in St. Pete

Longtime motorsports journalist and commentator Will Buxton says he's ready to be the voice of IndyCar on FOX, starting with the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg.

Venezuelan gang member claiming to work for food delivery service arrested in Florida: MCSO

A suspected member of the Venezuelan gang Tren De Aragua has been arrested in Florida after deputies say concerned homeowners called the sheriff’s office after spotting him, dressed in all black, walking along a sea wall and through backyards. 

Madeline Soto case: Remembering the 13-year-old one year later; accused killer preps for trial

Today marks one year since 13-year-old Maddie Soto first went missing. The teen's body was found only days later. Tributes from across the community are continuing to pour in for the young girl.

Injured manatee rescued, taken to ZooTampa: FWC

A manatee is recovering at ZooTampa after crews found it in southwest Florida suffering from what the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) called a "recent watercraft wound."

Deputy's patrol vehicle hits, seriously injures pedestrian in Hillsborough County

A man was seriously injured after being hit by an off-duty deputy's patrol vehicle, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office and the Florida Highway Patrol.

Missing Pasco County teen found safe

The Pasco County Sheriff's Office says a teen reported missing has been found safe.

Florida lawmakers propose renaming 'Gulf of Mexico' to 'Gulf of America' in new bills

Florida lawmakers have introduced bills to rename the "Gulf of Mexico" as the "Gulf of America" in compliance with President Donald Trump’s executive order.

Tampa business goes solar with more 450 panels; a new trend of the Sunshine State

Florida’s sunny reputation is driving a surge in solar energy use, with more homeowners and businesses making the switch. Florida ranks second in the nation for new solar panel installations, and one Tampa business is embracing the trend in a big way.

Man arrested in deadly 2023 Valrico overdose: HCSO

A man was arrested in a deadly overdose that happened in Valrico back in 2023, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.