Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn says he's running again
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn announced on Thursday that he's planning to seek a return to the city's top office in 2027.
Former Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn announced on Thursday that he's planning to seek a return to the city's top office in 2027.
Boyette Road to close for weeks at U.S. 301 in Hillsborough County. Here's what to know
A major road project in one of Hillsborough County’s fastest-growing areas will shut down part of Boyette Road for three weeks starting Friday night.
A major road project in one of Hillsborough County’s fastest-growing areas will shut down part of Boyette Road for three weeks starting Friday night.
Former Rep. David Jolly registers as Democrat ahead of possible run for governor
Former Republican Rep. David Jolly has registered as a Democrat and says he's considering a campaign for Florida governor in 2026.
Former Republican Rep. David Jolly has registered as a Democrat and says he's considering a campaign for Florida governor in 2026.
Pinellas County holds 'State of the Beaches' conversation after devastating storms
The leaders of several Pinellas County beach communities gathered Thursday for a "State of the Beaches" conversation.
The leaders of several Pinellas County beach communities gathered Thursday for a "State of the Beaches" conversation.
SpaceX launches 28 Starlink satellites into orbit from Florida
SpaceX launched a new batch of Starlink satellites into orbit on Thursday night from Florida.
SpaceX launched a new batch of Starlink satellites into orbit on Thursday night from Florida.
‘Four Down’ documentary film chronicling Nick Schuyler’s dramatic rescue premieres in St. Pete
The dramatic rescue of Nick Schuyler from a capsized boat in the Gulf in 2009 is now on the big screen through the world premiere Thursday of the documentary film "Four Down."
The dramatic rescue of Nick Schuyler from a capsized boat in the Gulf in 2009 is now on the big screen through the world premiere Thursday of the documentary film "Four Down."
Schmidt scores again, Bobrovsky has 19 saves as Panthers beat Lightning 2-0 for 2-0 series lead
Nate Schmidt scored his third goal in two games, Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 19 shots and the Florida Panthers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in the first-round playoff series.
Nate Schmidt scored his third goal in two games, Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 19 shots and the Florida Panthers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in the first-round playoff series.
More possible graves found under Tropicana Field parking lots after expanded radar search
An expanded radar search at a Tropicana Field parking lot found more possible graves and areas of interest.
An expanded radar search at a Tropicana Field parking lot found more possible graves and areas of interest.
Largo man accused of having child porn, video showing person having sex with dog
A Largo man is behind bars after he was caught with child pornography and a video that showed someone having sex with a dog, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
A Largo man is behind bars after he was caught with child pornography and a video that showed someone having sex with a dog, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.
Six new swans to join Lake Morton flock to introduce new genetics
Six new swans will call Lake Morton home, so the current flock, who descended from royal swans in England, can stay healthy and resilient.
Six new swans will call Lake Morton home, so the current flock, who descended from royal swans in England, can stay healthy and resilient.
Residents of Bradenton Beach mobile home park fighting eviction post-Hurricane Helene
The Pines Trailer Park in Bradenton Beach has withstood the test of time, but now, the park’s owner is telling residents that everyone will soon be evicted.
The Pines Trailer Park in Bradenton Beach has withstood the test of time, but now, the park’s owner is telling residents that everyone will soon be evicted.
Florida House probe into ‘Hope Florida’ ends with no-show witnesses, DeSantis’ defend program
What's next for a State House probe into Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis' "Hope Florida" initiative? Three key witnesses were no-shows on Thursday as House leaders hoped to ask how a $10 million Medicaid settlement wound up in the hands of political action committees that were tightly connected to the governor.
What's next for a State House probe into Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis' "Hope Florida" initiative? Three key witnesses were no-shows on Thursday as House leaders hoped to ask how a $10 million Medicaid settlement wound up in the hands of political action committees that were tightly connected to the governor.
Armed man dressed in tactical gear killed by Hillsborough deputies identified as Army veteran
The man who was shot and killed by deputies after an incident in Hillsborough County has been identified as a U.S. Army veteran.
The man who was shot and killed by deputies after an incident in Hillsborough County has been identified as a U.S. Army veteran.
Citrus County deputies enter 4th day of search for missing 67-year-old woman
Citrus County deputies say the search for a missing woman in her upper 60s has entered its fourth day.
Citrus County deputies say the search for a missing woman in her upper 60s has entered its fourth day.
History of Lake Wales showcased in art exhibit
An exhibition by the Lakes Wales Arts Council, "How The Arts Shaped Lakes Wales", uses art to tell the history of the city’s growth over the past 50 years.
An exhibition by the Lakes Wales Arts Council, "How The Arts Shaped Lakes Wales", uses art to tell the history of the city’s growth over the past 50 years.
Pasco brush fire 60% contained as crews continue battling flames
Fire rescue crews are working to put out a brush fire burning at a Pasco County park, according to fire rescue crews.
Fire rescue crews are working to put out a brush fire burning at a Pasco County park, according to fire rescue crews.
Video: Good Samaritans help woman being dragged by man in SUV as she tries to pull 2 kids from vehicle
Good Samaritans came to the rescue of a woman in Florida and her two children when they saw a man trying to drive off against her will, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Good Samaritans came to the rescue of a woman in Florida and her two children when they saw a man trying to drive off against her will, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
'Extended road closure' on Westshore Blvd. cleared after vehicle crashed into TECO pole: TPD
A stretch of S. Westshore Blvd. was shut down for hours on Thursday after a vehicle crashed into a TECO pole.
A stretch of S. Westshore Blvd. was shut down for hours on Thursday after a vehicle crashed into a TECO pole.
Tampa woman convicted of teen's 2004 murder gets reduced prison sentence
A judge has reduced the sentence of a Tampa woman convicted in the 2004 murder of a 16-year-old girl from life in prison to 35 years, followed by eight years of probation.
A judge has reduced the sentence of a Tampa woman convicted in the 2004 murder of a 16-year-old girl from life in prison to 35 years, followed by eight years of probation.
Senator Rick Scott joins Venezuelan leaders to rally for freedom and democracy
U.S. Senator Rick Scott joined Venezuelan community leaders in Tampa for a rally Thursday, reiterating his mission to help fight for freedom and democracy in Venezuela.
U.S. Senator Rick Scott joined Venezuelan community leaders in Tampa for a rally Thursday, reiterating his mission to help fight for freedom and democracy in Venezuela.