Veteran teacher answers a new call to serve in the classroom
Christopher Putnam teaches AP U.S. History and Global Perspectives at Bell Creek Academy, but his path to the classroom began with military service.
Christopher Putnam teaches AP U.S. History and Global Perspectives at Bell Creek Academy, but his path to the classroom began with military service.
Florida’s famous Pomeranian Koda the Fluff surprises 3 families in need with 3-day VIP getaway
Koda the Fluff, Florida’s famous Pomeranian, is turning her social media stardom into a lifeline for children in need. Through her non-profit, Smiles Fur Miles, owner Jena McKinstry has organized the Dreamhouse Adventure for families nominated by their communities.
Koda the Fluff, Florida’s famous Pomeranian, is turning her social media stardom into a lifeline for children in need. Through her non-profit, Smiles Fur Miles, owner Jena McKinstry has organized the Dreamhouse Adventure for families nominated by their communities.
Crystal River man killed after being hit by semi-truck in Sumter County crash: FHP
A crash at a Sumter County intersection Wednesday morning left one man dead after troopers say his vehicle entered the path and was hit by an oncoming semi-truck.
A crash at a Sumter County intersection Wednesday morning left one man dead after troopers say his vehicle entered the path and was hit by an oncoming semi-truck.
Bay Area drivers dealing with lovebug swarms as peak season returns: How to protect your car & keep them away
If your windshield has started looking like a bug battlefield, you’re not alone. Lovebug season is back across the Bay Area, with swarms covering cars during daily commutes.
If your windshield has started looking like a bug battlefield, you’re not alone. Lovebug season is back across the Bay Area, with swarms covering cars during daily commutes.
Bay Area veterans connect and heal through fly-fishing program
Project Healing Waters is a veteran-focused nonprofit that uses the art of fly-fishing to help veterans dealing with PTSD, injuries and other challenges reconnect with themselves and others.
Project Healing Waters is a veteran-focused nonprofit that uses the art of fly-fishing to help veterans dealing with PTSD, injuries and other challenges reconnect with themselves and others.
Summer travel costs surge due to rising domestic flight prices, expert says
Despite higher costs fueled by rising fuel prices and strong demand, travelers are still prioritizing vacations and experiences, with experts saying “FOMO" is helping keep travel demand high.
Despite higher costs fueled by rising fuel prices and strong demand, travelers are still prioritizing vacations and experiences, with experts saying “FOMO" is helping keep travel demand high.
Florida congressional map faces new legal challenges centered around the state's Fair Districts Amendment
The legal fight against Florida's new congressional map is ramping up, with a new effort filed Wednesday morning to immediately block the map from taking effect.
The legal fight against Florida's new congressional map is ramping up, with a new effort filed Wednesday morning to immediately block the map from taking effect.
Tierra Verde Marina redevelopment proposal approved after hundreds protest St. Pete meeting
A battle over the future of the Tierra Verde Marina reached a boiling point Wednesday as the St.
A battle over the future of the Tierra Verde Marina reached a boiling point Wednesday as the St.
Tampa legal analyst shares how the backyard guest house dispute led to contempt charges and jail for homeowner
There have been many questions and comments about the neighborhood dispute between Michael Martin and his neighbors, the Babbitts, over the two-story guest house, pool and pickleball court in his backyard.
There have been many questions and comments about the neighborhood dispute between Michael Martin and his neighbors, the Babbitts, over the two-story guest house, pool and pickleball court in his backyard.
Port Tampa Bay holds annual hurricane exercise, improves reliability ahead of storm season
Officials at Port Tampa Bay say they are entering hurricane season with stronger infrastructure and improved coordination, as they work to protect one of the state’s most critical fuel supply hubs at a time of heightened global attention on energy resources.
Officials at Port Tampa Bay say they are entering hurricane season with stronger infrastructure and improved coordination, as they work to protect one of the state’s most critical fuel supply hubs at a time of heightened global attention on energy resources.
Sarasota considers expanding paid parking to 7 days a week
Paid parking in Sarasota could soon be working overtime. City leaders are considering an expansion of paid parking hours to seven days a week, running from 8 a.m. to midnight. The proposal also includes a $5 increase for most parking fines.
Paid parking in Sarasota could soon be working overtime. City leaders are considering an expansion of paid parking hours to seven days a week, running from 8 a.m. to midnight. The proposal also includes a $5 increase for most parking fines.
Hillsborough County puppy dies during surgery after abuse caught on camera: 'It's hard on our community'
The Hillsborough County dog who was seen on camera being kicked and thrown by a woman died during surgery Tuesday. Now, investigators are considering additional charges against the abuser already facing multiple felonies.
The Hillsborough County dog who was seen on camera being kicked and thrown by a woman died during surgery Tuesday. Now, investigators are considering additional charges against the abuser already facing multiple felonies.
Florida redistricting costs climb as millions are spent to alert voters confused of changes
Elections Supervisors in Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties are preparing to send information to voters clarifying the districts in which they will be voting.
Elections Supervisors in Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties are preparing to send information to voters clarifying the districts in which they will be voting.
Hernando County dump truck fire spreads to nearby brush, causes major delays on southbound I-75: FHP
A dump truck fire is causing major traffic delays in Hernando County on Wednesday afternoon. Portions of lanes along southbound Interstate 75 are closed near mile marker 295, after flames spread from the vehicle into nearby brush, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A dump truck fire is causing major traffic delays in Hernando County on Wednesday afternoon. Portions of lanes along southbound Interstate 75 are closed near mile marker 295, after flames spread from the vehicle into nearby brush, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
50+ sloths dead in failed Sloth World project; Florida leaders want accountability
Florida leaders and sloth experts are calling for more accountability over Sloth World after dozens of sloths connected to the previously planned attraction have died.
Florida leaders and sloth experts are calling for more accountability over Sloth World after dozens of sloths connected to the previously planned attraction have died.
Bradenton police officer fired after domestic battery and burglary arrest: BPD
A Bradenton police officer was fired following her arrest on domestic battery and burglary charges in connection with a domestic violence incident, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
A Bradenton police officer was fired following her arrest on domestic battery and burglary charges in connection with a domestic violence incident, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
Man convicted in animal cruelty case that inspired 'Dexter's Law' arrested after appeal upheld original ruling
A court of appeals has upheld the guilty verdict in the Domingo Rodriguez criminal case.
A court of appeals has upheld the guilty verdict in the Domingo Rodriguez criminal case.
Deputies attempting to identify driver after firey crash that killed 1: PCSO
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Homicide Investigation Unit is looking into a crash that left one driver dead.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Homicide Investigation Unit is looking into a crash that left one driver dead.
St. Petersburg Police honor 15 fallen officers during annual memorial ceremony
The St. Petersburg Police Department held a ceremony honoring its 15 fallen officers killed in the line of duty.
The St. Petersburg Police Department held a ceremony honoring its 15 fallen officers killed in the line of duty.
Florida woman charged after disturbing video shows dog being thrown and kicked: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office released disturbing footage of a dog being thrown twice and kicked on Thursday.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office released disturbing footage of a dog being thrown twice and kicked on Thursday.