DeSantis backs 'Boater Freedom Act' in Panama City Beach Monday
Governor Ron DeSantis voiced his approval of the “Boater Freedom Act" during a press conference in Panama City Beach on Monday afternoon.
Governor Ron DeSantis voiced his approval of the “Boater Freedom Act" during a press conference in Panama City Beach on Monday afternoon.
Hillsborough County unveils online tool with victims' resources
The Hillsborough County state attorney's office is unveiling an online toolkit to help victims navigate the court process during the most difficult time of their lives.
The Hillsborough County state attorney's office is unveiling an online toolkit to help victims navigate the court process during the most difficult time of their lives.
$80M Straz expansion expected to bring more performances, event on Tampa's Riverwalk
Tampa has seen many groundbreakings, but this one at the Straz Center promises transformation. The largely square-shaped Straz Center will get a curve that follows the river for more events and performances right on the Riverwalk.
Tampa has seen many groundbreakings, but this one at the Straz Center promises transformation. The largely square-shaped Straz Center will get a curve that follows the river for more events and performances right on the Riverwalk.
Resilient SRQ replaces home damaged during Hurricane Ian, dozens more to follow
Before Hurricanes Helene and Milton, there was Hurricane Ian. Now, nearly three years after that storm tore apart Diane Flanagan's home in Venice, a new beginning finally took shape.
Before Hurricanes Helene and Milton, there was Hurricane Ian. Now, nearly three years after that storm tore apart Diane Flanagan's home in Venice, a new beginning finally took shape.
Video: Florida firefighters rescue pet cat from burning home
A family cat is on the mend after being saved from a house fire on Saturday.
A family cat is on the mend after being saved from a house fire on Saturday.
Alligator mating season starts soon: Here are tips to stay safe
Love is in the air and alligators are on the move as they begin seeking a suitable significant other for the upcoming mating season.
Love is in the air and alligators are on the move as they begin seeking a suitable significant other for the upcoming mating season.
Tampa investing $94 million into flood mitigation
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor announced on Monday that the city is investing $94 million in hopes of reducing the risk of flooding in vulnerable areas, pointing to the devastating impacts of Hurricane Milton six months ago.
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor announced on Monday that the city is investing $94 million in hopes of reducing the risk of flooding in vulnerable areas, pointing to the devastating impacts of Hurricane Milton six months ago.
Man charged with mother's murder after claiming accidental shooting denied bond
A Tampa judge denied bond on Monday for the man accused of killing his mother at a Valrico home and claiming the shooting was an accident.
A Tampa judge denied bond on Monday for the man accused of killing his mother at a Valrico home and claiming the shooting was an accident.
8 suspects charged in international child pornography case, FDLE says: 'Truly heinous'
Eight people, including seven from Florida, face charges in what state investigators call a "truly heinous" case of child sex abuse material sold online, officials announced on Monday.
Eight people, including seven from Florida, face charges in what state investigators call a "truly heinous" case of child sex abuse material sold online, officials announced on Monday.
Could Pinellas County soon have a county mayor? Proposal would create new top office
Pinellas County commissioners are weighing a proposal to establish a county mayor's office – and while it's not a done deal, a countywide mayor could take office in less than three years.
Pinellas County commissioners are weighing a proposal to establish a county mayor's office – and while it's not a done deal, a countywide mayor could take office in less than three years.
New perfume captures aroma of Florida
A longtime Florida visitor created a perfume to match the aroma of the Sunshine State.
A longtime Florida visitor created a perfume to match the aroma of the Sunshine State.
Florida woman stole thousands during tarot card readings, spiritual cleansings scam: report
A Florida woman was arrested after she allegedly conned a man out of thousands of dollars during a bogus tarot card reading and "spiritual cleansing."
A Florida woman was arrested after she allegedly conned a man out of thousands of dollars during a bogus tarot card reading and "spiritual cleansing."
Several people knew missing Gulfport teen was being held captive before her murder: Documents
In the week before 16-year-old Miranda Corsette was killed, six people saw or knew the teen was being held captive and tortured but never called 911, according to a search warrant affidavit obtained by the Tampa Bay Times.
In the week before 16-year-old Miranda Corsette was killed, six people saw or knew the teen was being held captive and tortured but never called 911, according to a search warrant affidavit obtained by the Tampa Bay Times.
Missing Bradenton woman, 18, considered endangered: MCSO
An 18-year-old Bradenton woman is missing and the Manatee County Sheriff's Office says she is endangered.
An 18-year-old Bradenton woman is missing and the Manatee County Sheriff's Office says she is endangered.
Long-awaited Edson Keith Farmhouse restoration project complete
Sarasota County held a ribbon cutting for a relic from 1916, a farmhouse built by an industrialist from Chicago who found paradise on the shores of Phillipi Creek.
Sarasota County held a ribbon cutting for a relic from 1916, a farmhouse built by an industrialist from Chicago who found paradise on the shores of Phillipi Creek.
Man captures video of motorcyclist shooting at his car on I-4, no arrest made: FHP
A St. Pete man who was taking a video of a few motorcyclists who were driving erratically, was suddenly shot at by one of them on I-4 early on Sunday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A St. Pete man who was taking a video of a few motorcyclists who were driving erratically, was suddenly shot at by one of them on I-4 early on Sunday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Women's Final Four Championship leaves memories, lasting impact on Tampa Bay
From free fan experiences to transformed local basketball courts and events that inspired the next generation of young athletes, this year's NCAA women's final four championship will undoubtedly leave a mark on Tampa Bay forever.
From free fan experiences to transformed local basketball courts and events that inspired the next generation of young athletes, this year's NCAA women's final four championship will undoubtedly leave a mark on Tampa Bay forever.
'Hands Off!' protests against Trump administration in Downtown Tampa
Bay Area communities took part in the national "Hands Off" protests against the Trump Administration. Saturday Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater, Bradenton, and Sarasota joined more than 1,100 cities across the country as participants of the peaceful demonstration.
Bay Area communities took part in the national "Hands Off" protests against the Trump Administration. Saturday Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater, Bradenton, and Sarasota joined more than 1,100 cities across the country as participants of the peaceful demonstration.
Man shoots another driver's car on I-75, FHP searching for suspect
Authorities are looking for a driver in a road rage incident who allegedly fired a shot at the car next to his on I-75 near Fletcher Avenue, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Authorities are looking for a driver in a road rage incident who allegedly fired a shot at the car next to his on I-75 near Fletcher Avenue, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Altercation leads to shooting at Riverview home, victim in critical condition: HCSO
A woman is in critical condition after the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says a man shot her in the lower back at a home in Riverview.
A woman is in critical condition after the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says a man shot her in the lower back at a home in Riverview.