Man shot & killed in neighborhood, Pasco deputies searching for suspect

A man was found shot to death in a roadway next to his electric wheelchair late Thursday night, the Pasco County Sheriff's Office said.

Florida man executed for 1997 double murder witnessed by toddler

A Florida man convicted of murdering a husband and wife during a fishing trip at a remote farm while the couple’s toddler looked on is scheduled to receive a lethal injection Thursday evening in the state’s first execution this year.

Police urge residents to remove guns from cars after spike in burglaries

Bradenton police said the number of guns stolen from unlocked cars is up 95% in the city, and in Madeira Beach, Pinellas County deputies are noticing unlocked cars becoming recent targets.

St. Petersburg residents could face code violations amid hurricane rebuilds

St. Petersburg residents are still dealing with the aftermath of last year’s hurricanes. Many are now facing code enforcement violations for rebuilding their storm-damaged homes without proper permits.

American Legion Post 273 in Madeira Beach reopens after hurricanes

Nearly five months after Hurricane Helene forced American Legion Post 273 in Madeira Beach to close its doors, it reopened Thursday. 

Florida Sen. Geraldine Thompson dies at 76

Florida State Senator Geraldine Thompson died Thursday surrounded by her family following complications from knee replacement surgery, her family said in a statement. She was 76.

Dog dies after suspect drags it behind truck for one mile on busy Tampa road: Police

A man was arrested Thursday after tying a dog to the back of his truck, dragging it for one mile and leaving it for dead, according to the Tampa Police Department. 

Ron DeSantis signs ‘toughest anti illegal immigration bill in the country’ after special session

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed into law what he calls the toughest anti-illegal immigration bill in the country. He spent weeks negotiating with state legislators, who at times debated passionately on the floors of the house and senate.

St. Pete thespian troupe taking part in festival in Orlando

St. Paul Catholic School’s Thespian Troupe is preparing for the biggest performance of the season for the Florida State Junior Thespian Festival. 

The Motor Enclave brings new way to celebrate Valentine’s Day to car lovers

A Tampa Bay area car community has a new and fast way to celebrate Valentine's Day. They say give your significant other a real thrill ride with a professional driver. 

Polk County organizations combat senior loneliness with Valentine's Day cards, hot meals

Valentine's Day is all about sharing love with your friends and family, but for the older generation, sometimes they've outlived their loved ones, making the holiday very lonely.

Hillsborough County tourism leaders celebrate record-breaking year

Hillsborough County tourism leaders celebrated another record-breaking year, updating the county's Tourist Development Council on recent hotel revenue numbers on Thursday.

Will President Donald Trump attend the Daytona 500?

President Donald Trump attended Super Bowl LIX, becoming the first sitting president to attend the event. Will he attend the 2025 NASCAR Daytona 500 race in Florida?

Elderly woman from Sarasota believed responsible for crash that killed 2 children, injured mother

The Sarasota Police Department says they have found the vehicle involved in a crash that killed two children and critically injured their mother, and they believe the driver is an elderly woman who is cooperating with investigators.

Man grabs child, throws her onto bed after luring her with pet ferrets: Affidavit

A Clearwater man is facing serious charges after police say he grabbed a girl he lured into his home with the promise of petting his ferrets, and investigators say she's not the only victim.

NASCAR star Bubba Wallace responds to Trump possibly attending Daytona 500 after past feud

President Donald Trump is rumored to be attending this year's Daytona 500 on Feb. 16. If he shows up, he will be there to watch a driver he has a spotty history with.

Elderly woman hit by car in Publix parking lot dies at hospital

An 83-year-old woman has died days after being hit by a car backing up in the parking lot of a Publix, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said.