Clearwater Ferry crash: Firefighters describe rescue efforts after deadly boating incident
Clearwater firefighters said they were eating dinner at their fire station when they got a call about a crash between a 37-foot recreational boat and the Clearwater Ferry Sunday evening near the Memorial Causeway Bridge.
Clearwater firefighters said they were eating dinner at their fire station when they got a call about a crash between a 37-foot recreational boat and the Clearwater Ferry Sunday evening near the Memorial Causeway Bridge.
Families honor fallen officers at 37th Annual Polk County Peace Officers’ Memorial Service
It's at the Polk County Law Enforcement Memorial where officers who died in the line of duty are remembered forever, along with their sacrifice. May 1 was the 37th Annual Polk County Peace Officers’ Memorial Service at Lakeland Veterans Memorial Park on Lime Street.
It's at the Polk County Law Enforcement Memorial where officers who died in the line of duty are remembered forever, along with their sacrifice. May 1 was the 37th Annual Polk County Peace Officers’ Memorial Service at Lakeland Veterans Memorial Park on Lime Street.
Anna Maria Island Moose Lodge reopens after damage from Hurricane Helene
Thursday morning on Bradenton Beach, a line of people stretched nearly a block of Gulf Drive.
Thursday morning on Bradenton Beach, a line of people stretched nearly a block of Gulf Drive.
Tampa resident says glass flower vase likely caused house fire: ‘Worst fear’
A Tampa resident said a glass flower vase he left to dry out in the sun likely caused a fire at his house.
A Tampa resident said a glass flower vase he left to dry out in the sun likely caused a fire at his house.
Family gives back to March of Dimes years after needing the organization's assistance
Becoming a first-time parent is full of its ups and downs and figuring things out along the way.
Becoming a first-time parent is full of its ups and downs and figuring things out along the way.
John Hopkins Middle School's latest mural partially designed, painted by students
At John Hopkins Middle School, art is present everywhere on campus.
At John Hopkins Middle School, art is present everywhere on campus.
Marco Rubio to serve as acting NSA; Mike Waltz removed by President Trump
Former Florida Senator and current Secretary of State Marco Rubio will serve as the acting national security adviser, according to a post made by President Donald Trump on True Social.
Former Florida Senator and current Secretary of State Marco Rubio will serve as the acting national security adviser, according to a post made by President Donald Trump on True Social.
Accused romance scammer swindles Sun City man out of $800K: HCSO
A 92-year-old Sun City man fell prey to a bank and romance scam that cost him more than $800,000, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
A 92-year-old Sun City man fell prey to a bank and romance scam that cost him more than $800,000, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
Woman killed in shooting, Sarasota deputies searching for homicide suspect
Sarasota County deputies say they're investigating a homicide after finding a woman shot to death late Wednesday.
Sarasota County deputies say they're investigating a homicide after finding a woman shot to death late Wednesday.
Heroes’ Village bringing first-of-its-kind veteran housing to Sarasota
It takes a village, and that's exactly what's behind the affordable housing project, Heroes' Village, which is located in Sarasota's Newtown area. The ribbon was cut Wednesday afternoon on the finished project.
It takes a village, and that's exactly what's behind the affordable housing project, Heroes' Village, which is located in Sarasota's Newtown area. The ribbon was cut Wednesday afternoon on the finished project.
Florida condo reform bill heads to governor's desk
Condo owners across Florida could soon get some financial relief, as a bill aimed at balancing safety and financial flexibility heads to the governor's desk.
Condo owners across Florida could soon get some financial relief, as a bill aimed at balancing safety and financial flexibility heads to the governor's desk.
Florida man flies to Utah, kidnaps teen girl he met online, deputies say
A 33-year-old Florida man was taken to jail after he allegedly flew to Utah and kidnapped a teenage girl that he met online, authorities said.
A 33-year-old Florida man was taken to jail after he allegedly flew to Utah and kidnapped a teenage girl that he met online, authorities said.
Video: Crews battle large fire at Tampa home
Tampa firefighters battled a large fire that engulfed a home early Thursday, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.
Tampa firefighters battled a large fire that engulfed a home early Thursday, according to Tampa Fire Rescue.
Program gives Florida veterans a path to agriculture careers
The Veterans Florida Agriculture Program at the University of Florida is giving veterans a chance to learn about all aspects of agriculture.
The Veterans Florida Agriculture Program at the University of Florida is giving veterans a chance to learn about all aspects of agriculture.
Florida lawmakers scrap statewide plan for later school start times
A plan to mandate later school start times across Florida has been shelved, leaving the decision up to individual school districts — and sparking mixed reactions.
A plan to mandate later school start times across Florida has been shelved, leaving the decision up to individual school districts — and sparking mixed reactions.
Cross Bay Ferry makes final voyage with future possibilities still afloat
The Cross Bay Ferry made its final voyage Monday evening, ending its seasonal service connecting downtown Tampa and downtown St. Petersburg on a high note – with sold-out seats and record-breaking ridership.
The Cross Bay Ferry made its final voyage Monday evening, ending its seasonal service connecting downtown Tampa and downtown St. Petersburg on a high note – with sold-out seats and record-breaking ridership.
Florida Forest Service expects busy summer as experts predict prolonged dry season
Firefighters and wildfire mitigation specialists are working hard to prevent brush fires from getting out of control as the state is in the midst of its peak drought season.
Firefighters and wildfire mitigation specialists are working hard to prevent brush fires from getting out of control as the state is in the midst of its peak drought season.
Florida dinner cruise leaves nearly 100 stranded for hours Tuesday night
Nearly 100 left John’s Pass onboard a dinner cruise Tuesday night and ended up stranded on the water until after midnight.
Nearly 100 left John’s Pass onboard a dinner cruise Tuesday night and ended up stranded on the water until after midnight.
All Children’s Hospital to spend millions improving campus ahead of storm season
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital is investing $37 million into hardening the hospital’s campus.
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital is investing $37 million into hardening the hospital’s campus.
Metropolitan Ministries prepares to lose dozens of workers following federal budget cuts
Tampa’s Metropolitan Ministries is preparing to lose dozens of workers tasked with helping homeless families following a series of federal budget cuts.
Tampa’s Metropolitan Ministries is preparing to lose dozens of workers tasked with helping homeless families following a series of federal budget cuts.