Big investors snatch up dozens of hurricane-damaged homes for sale
As the Bay Area continues to recover from the devastation of this year’s historic hurricane season, many homeowners are choosing not to rebuild but to sell their damaged homes "as is."
As the Bay Area continues to recover from the devastation of this year’s historic hurricane season, many homeowners are choosing not to rebuild but to sell their damaged homes "as is."
Trooper injured in Wesley Chapel shootout earns top honors
The Florida Highway Patrol’s ‘Trooper of the Year’ hails from the Bay Area and was injured when a suspect opened fire following a chase through Hernando and Pasco Counties in 2023.
The Florida Highway Patrol’s ‘Trooper of the Year’ hails from the Bay Area and was injured when a suspect opened fire following a chase through Hernando and Pasco Counties in 2023.
Deadly crash slows traffic on I-275 near downtown during rush hour
Several lanes of I-275 in downtown Tampa are closed following a deadly crash Friday afternoon.
Several lanes of I-275 in downtown Tampa are closed following a deadly crash Friday afternoon.
Manatee mangroves filled with hurricane-related debris
Long after Hurricanes Helene and Milton struck, Western Florida communities still find hurricane-related debris in some odd places.
Long after Hurricanes Helene and Milton struck, Western Florida communities still find hurricane-related debris in some odd places.
Missing Manatee County man sparks Silver Alert
Deputies in Manatee County are searching for an 87-year-old man who has been missing since Tuesday.
Deputies in Manatee County are searching for an 87-year-old man who has been missing since Tuesday.
St. Pete man shoots roommate during altercation: Police
An altercation between roommates in St. Petersburg turned to gunfire on Friday morning.
An altercation between roommates in St. Petersburg turned to gunfire on Friday morning.
Knife-wielding man shot by Pasco deputies minutes after trying to break into gun store: PCSO
A man armed with a knife was shot by Pasco County deputies on Friday after he charged at them, according to the sheriff's office.
A man armed with a knife was shot by Pasco County deputies on Friday after he charged at them, according to the sheriff's office.
Frozen food could play key factor in wrongful death lawsuit against Disney, Disney Springs restaurant
A sample of food could play a key factor in a wrongful death lawsuit against Disney and a Disney Springs restaurant, court documents show.
A sample of food could play a key factor in a wrongful death lawsuit against Disney and a Disney Springs restaurant, court documents show.
Video: 12 old-stunned turtles warm up in Clearwater
A dozen Kemp’s Ridley turtles are recovering at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium after being stunned by the frigid waters of New England.
A dozen Kemp’s Ridley turtles are recovering at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium after being stunned by the frigid waters of New England.
Man arrested on DUI, drug charges after crash that injured Clearwater police officer
A man is facing DUI and drug charges after Clearwater police say he caused a four-car crash that injured a police officer late Thursday night.
A man is facing DUI and drug charges after Clearwater police say he caused a four-car crash that injured a police officer late Thursday night.
Crash involving semi-truck causes cooking oil spill, blocks traffic for hours on I-75 in Sarasota County
A crash involving a semi-truck caused hundreds of gallons of cooking oil to spill and snarled traffic for hours on I-75 in Sarasota County on Friday morning.
A crash involving a semi-truck caused hundreds of gallons of cooking oil to spill and snarled traffic for hours on I-75 in Sarasota County on Friday morning.
Missing Hillsborough County girl found safe
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says a missing girl who disappeared on Thursday has been found and is safe.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says a missing girl who disappeared on Thursday has been found and is safe.
Video: Week-old puppies rescued from crawl space under Florida home
A litter of puppies and their mother are safe after Hillsborough County Animal Control officers rescued them from the crawl space under a vacant home.
A litter of puppies and their mother are safe after Hillsborough County Animal Control officers rescued them from the crawl space under a vacant home.
St. Pete Rep proposes re-interpreting FEMA’s 50% rule
As families try to rebuild from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, one St. Petersburg state representative is working on a state bill that could change some of the nuances related to FEMA’s 50% rule.
As families try to rebuild from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, one St. Petersburg state representative is working on a state bill that could change some of the nuances related to FEMA’s 50% rule.
Oscar Mayer's 'Wienermobile' cruises into Bay Area
Oscar Mayer’s famous Wienermobile has cruised into the Bay Area, and fans of the famous hot dog-themed bus are lining up for a chance to take their photo with it.
Oscar Mayer’s famous Wienermobile has cruised into the Bay Area, and fans of the famous hot dog-themed bus are lining up for a chance to take their photo with it.
John Morgan for Governor? Orlando attorney reportedly eyeing Florida's top job
Prominent Orlando attorney John Morgan reportedly said Florida needs a new major political party, and outlined how he would lead the state as governor.
Prominent Orlando attorney John Morgan reportedly said Florida needs a new major political party, and outlined how he would lead the state as governor.
A doctor's advice to stay healthy as flu season lurks in Bay Area
As the sick season ramps up, doctors in Tampa Bay are seeing a rise in RSV and flu cases.
As the sick season ramps up, doctors in Tampa Bay are seeing a rise in RSV and flu cases.
Tampa firefighter accused of lewd solicitation of a child
A firefighter in Tampa has been suspended pending an investigation in South Florida.
A firefighter in Tampa has been suspended pending an investigation in South Florida.
Florida law aimed at protecting law enforcement, keeping crowds at distance set to take effect Jan. 1
A new law aimed at protecting first responders by keeping crowds at a distance is set to take effect, with supporters and opponents still at odds about whether it's necessary.
A new law aimed at protecting first responders by keeping crowds at a distance is set to take effect, with supporters and opponents still at odds about whether it's necessary.
Dog park shooting: Judge rejects accused killer's 'stand your ground' defense, sets trial date
A Tampa judge has denied a “stand your ground" motion filed by attorneys for the man accused of targeting and killing another man at a dog park because he was gay.
A Tampa judge has denied a “stand your ground" motion filed by attorneys for the man accused of targeting and killing another man at a dog park because he was gay.