‘Hurricane Heroes’ recognized by Kathy Castor for helping others after Helene, Milton

Several Good Samaritans were honored by Congresswoman Kathy Castor on Friday as "hurricane heroes" for their efforts to help neighbors recover following Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Florida fire officials preparing for drought, wildfire season

The State of Florida is working to prevent wildfires from getting out of control, ahead of an expected drought.

Sarasota County schools sees historic high school graduation rate

Newly released state graduation rates show huge improvements for Sarasota County Schools. The district saw its biggest success in graduates from the 2023-2024 school year. 

Suspect arrested for first-degree murder in Gibsonton overdose death: Deputies

A suspected drug dealer was arrested on Thursday for supplying the drugs that killed two people in a July overdose, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

Clearwater artist painting life one ultrasound at a time

For 25 years, artist Heather Tapia has helped parents celebrate milestone moments during pregnancy. 

'Serial armed robber' indicted for string of recent robberies in Bay Area

A Zephyrhills man with five prior robbery convictions is now charged in several more armed robberies across the Tampa Bay area, federal prosecutors said Friday.

Bucs host swag giveaway ahead of Sunday's playoff game

Fans lined up Friday morning for a chance to score some free swag as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers host what the team calls a ‘Playoff Krewe Drive-Through.’

Drugs, guns found in stolen Camaro after high-speed chase ends with crash: FHP

A man faces a long list of charges after a high-speed chase involving a stolen car ended with a crash in Lakeland, causing multiple injuries, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Missing Tampa teen found safe after statewide alert

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has canceled a Missing Child Alert for a teen girl from Tampa, saying she's been found safe.

Fire at Gibsonton home displaces residents: HCFR

A Gibsonton home went up in flames Thursday evening, leaving residents displaced, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.

Here's how surviving a natural disaster can change your brain chemistry

In Los Angeles, a hellscape of flames has sent thousands fleeing from their homes as wildfires instantly incinerated lifetimes of memories.

Tampa organizations tracking new human trafficking trends

January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and Tampa Bay organizations are taking note of new trafficking trends as they help survivors and work to prevent further incidents.