What was the most clicked on news of 2024? A month-by-month breakdown

The Bay Area faced a whirlwind 2024 that included two generational hurricanes, a historic solar eclipse, and a presidential election.

Would be festival goes still water for refunds after cancellation

After Florida’s 2024 hurricane season forced music festivals like Country Thunder to cancel its Kissimmee event after Milton, some Tampa Bay residents are still waiting for refunds, they were promised two and a half months later. 

New Years weekend brings tourism bump to Bay Area

Florida’s holiday season is in full swing, drawing visitors from across the United States who are trading snow for sunshine. 

Two arrested in Sarasota on dog cruelty charges

The owners of a dog training service were arrested after several dogs died while in their care, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.

Good Samaritan saves three lives in Spring Hill

Three people made it out of a burning home on Friday morning around 7 a.m. thanks to the quick actions of a bystander, according to Hernando County Fire Rescue.

Person shot at Zephyrhills convenience store: ZPD

A person was shot at a drive-through convenience store in Zephyrhills on Friday morning, according to the Zephyrhills Police Department.

Residents could see higher electric bills after Friday filings by energy companies

Bay Area residents could see increases in their monthly electric bills after Duke and TECO Energy companies filed for additional hurricane restoration costs with the state Friday.

Clearwater to see high levels of traffic NYE weekend

The City of Clearwater is urging residents in Pinellas County to be aware of higher traffic levels as the Bay Area prepares to host various events leading up to the new year.

Third person dies after Christmas night crash at Hillsborough County intersection

An 87-year-old man died on Friday, two days after he was involved in a three-vehicle crash on Christmas night at a Hillsborough County intersection, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

St. Pete to begin final pass for storm debris collection next week

Months after Hurricanes Helene and Milton led to an unprecedented effort to clean up storm debris, the City of St. Petersburg announced crews will begin their final pass next Friday, Jan. 3.

When to watch the sky in 2025: Florida Space Coast rocket launch schedule

Florida is gearing up for a busy 2025 in space exploration, with a packed schedule of rocket launches planned. From high-profile NASA missions to ambitious commercial projects, the launches are poised to push the boundaries of space exploration and technology.

Man killed in crash after another driver runs red light at Pasco intersection: FHP

A man died Thursday night after a driver ran a red light at an intersection in Pasco County and crashed into his pickup truck, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Tampa police investigating death of man in custody

The Tampa Police Department is investigating after a man died while in custody on Thursday.

Missing Hillsborough County teenager found safe, TPD says

A missing Hillsborough County teenager has been found safe, according to the Tampa Police Department on Thursday night.

How to properly dispose of your Christmas tree

With all the presents gone from underneath the Christmas tree, solid waste crews are sharing do’s and don’ts for how to dispose of live Christmas trees this holiday season properly.

2 Florida women rescued after spending Christmas at bottom of quarry

Crews rescued two women who spent Christmas night at the bottom of a 50-foot quarry on a local golf course, according to Citrus County Fire Rescue.

Video: High-speed chase on Pinellas highway leads to DUI arrest

A Lakeland man was arrested after leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase in Pinellas County early Thursday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.