Suspects indicted in $4 million car theft ring spanning from Florida to California

Three men face federal charges and five more suspects face state charges in what prosecutors call a "major auto theft ring" spanning multiple states, including Florida.

Florida corrections deputy shot & killed while off-duty

A corrections deputy died after being shot while off-duty on Monday night, the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office said.

Legislators and Governor DeSantis reach deal over stalled immigration bill

The Florida Legislature convened for another special session on Tuesday after Republican legislative leaders and Gov. Ron DeSantis reached a deal on immigration enforcement, likely ending a weeks-long public battle.

What's in a name: Courtney Campbell Causeway

It's 10 of the most beautiful miles in the Tampa Bay area: the Courtney Campbell Causeway. It didn't always go by that name, however.

Fight for 'Dexter's Law' heads to Tallahassee

Animal activists are pushing for 'Dexter's Law' in the upcoming Florida legislative session in honor of Dexter, a dog found decapitated shortly after it was adopted.

Skyway 10K goes virtual for 2025 race

It’s a special run as thousands of racers cross the Skyway Bridge for the Skyway 10K each year. But, they’ll have to find somewhere else to run it this year. 

Bird flu could spread to Lake Morton swans, pets, vet says

A lot of people like to stop and feed the royal swans that call Lake Morton home, but as a bird flu outbreak spreads across the country, that could put them at risk of contracting the deadly virus. 

New mural to spotlight Venice circus history

Venice artist Sami Makela is honoring the city's rich circus history one paintstroke at a time. 

Heaviest Florida panther ever recorded captured and collared: FWC

The heaviest Florida panther ever recorded was captured by biologists with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission as conservation efforts to protect the endangered animal continue.

Multiple animals seized from Frostproof home, owner arrested: Deputies

A Frostproof woman was arrested on multiple charges after deputies said they seized multiple animals from her home, which was left in “unsanitary conditions."

Gulf Beaches Public Library reopens after hurricanes thanks to $150K donation for repairs

For four months, Jane and Gene Field have been among the thousands of people shut out of the Gulf Beaches Public Library, which was damaged by the hurricanes in October. 

Three busted in illegal gambling house in Tampa: Police

Three suspects are behind bars after police said they busted an illegal gambling house in Tampa on Sunday. 

Car crashes into Beulah Baptist Church, after bicyclist hit and injured: HCPD

Haines City police are looking for the occupants of a black Chrysler 200 after a bicyclist was hit and injured on Sunday afternoon in the Oakland neighborhood.