15-year-old who escaped custody after being charged in another teen's murder to be held in jail

Jahmir Moore, the 15-year-old who escaped custody after he was charged with murdering another teenager in Tampa, was ordered by a judge to be held in jail until the start of his trial.

Emergency medical services expanding footprint in Venice

HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital is adding a new freestanding emergency room in Venice, opening in the spring of 2025.

Gun and kitchen knife found in Azalea Middle School student's backpack: SPPD

A 13-year-old student at Azalea Middle School was arrested Tuesday after a gun and kitchen knife were found in his backpack, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.

Skateboard artist uses raw materials to create mosaic portraits

When Keenan Perren needs a specific color for a piece, he has to go out and find it. The long-time artist creates mosaic portraits using a unique raw material.

Missing Florida teen last seen near Miami mall safely located

A Florida Missing Child Alert issued for a 15-year-old girl who vanished from Miami has been canceled. She was found safe, according to investigators. 

New trial date set for man accused of hate crime at Tampa dog park: HCSO

The man who is accused of targeting and killing another man at a dog park because he was gay appeared in court today for a pre-trial hearing.

Hurricanes Helene, Milton may have spread dangerous invasive species across Southeast

As the Southeast recovers from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, experts warn that floodwaters from the systems may have accelerated the spread of invasive species, which can be detrimental to local populations of plants and wildlife.

Florida alligator trapper finds gator with snare trap embedded in its snout: 'Terrible'

A young alligator got a second lease on life after a Florida trapper hired to remove it from a St. Augustine neighborhood noticed it was in need of some help. Turns out, it had a snare penetrating through its upper jaw.

Florida contractors face supply shortages of rebuild materials after Hurricanes Helene, Milton

Many families across the Tampa Bay area are facing extended delays in returning to their homes after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, with some waiting for permits and others stuck in limbo due to supply shortages. 

Polk County deputy died by suicide: PSCO

A Polk County deputy committed suicide in his Davenport home on Sunday night, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office announced.

Tulane and UF's football teams arrive in Tampa ahead of Gasparilla Bowl

Tulane University and the University of Florida football teams arrived in Tampa on Monday, Dec. 16, ahead of the Gasparilla Bowl, which is being played on Friday, Dec. 20.