Two brothers dead after murder-suicide in Spring Hill, HCSO says

The Hernando County Sheriff's Office says they are investigating a murder-suicide incident on Friday morning at a home on Covington Ave. in Spring Hill.

Hillsborough, Pasco, and Volusia Counties announce new locations for hurricane relief centers

Weeks and months after Hurricanes Helene, Milton, and Debby struck the Tampa Bay area, residents of communities up and down Florida’s Western coast are left to rebuild their homes and businesses.

Florida lawn worker accused in violent home invasion wanted victim’s medical marijuana: MCSO

A former lawn maintenance worker with his sights set on stealing medicinal marijuana from an elderly South Florida homeowner has been charged with a violent home invasion, according to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office. 

Florida man stabs sleeping woman after breaking into her home: LCSO

A Florida man is facing criminal charges after deputies say he broke into a woman’s home, stabbed her while she was sleeping and tried to run from law enforcement officers. 

1 escapes Holiday house fire that killed man, dog: PCFR

A deadly house fire that claimed the lives of a man and a dog has been deemed accidental by the Pasco County Fire Marshal. 

Florida package thieves face stiffer penalties this holiday season

As you click your way through your holiday shopping list on Cyber Monday, be aware you may not be the only one eagerly awaiting the arrival of the gifts you’ve purchased. Every year, opportunistic thieves go door to door hoping to scoop up packages before homeowners do. 

AC/DC coming to Tampa in 2025

AC/DC is set to rock Raymond James Stadium next spring. 

Hurricane Helene-damaged Madeira Beach school partially reopens amid reservations from parents

After more than two months of displacement following Hurricane Helene, middle-grade students at Madeira Beach Fundamental K-8 will return to campus on Monday. The return signals the first phase of reopening at the school. 

Teen shot during suspected home invasion in Tampa: TPD

A teenager was hospitalized Sunday afternoon after police said he broke into a Tampa home and was shot during a confrontation. 

Former DEA intelligence analyst praises Chronister’s nomination to head agency, warns of possible weakness

President-elect Trump on Saturday nominated Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister as administrator of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Brian Boyd, a former DEA intelligence analyst who helped launch the agency's first joint intelligence operations center, applauds Trump's pick, but notes the role may be challenging. 

Tampa police searching for those involved in fight, shots fired at AMC parking lot

Tampa police say they are trying to figure out who was involved in a fight that ended in gunfire at the AMC Highlands 20 parking lot on Saturday night.

FEMA disaster recovery centers no longer open on Sundays

For almost two months, dozens of temporary FEMA disaster recovery centers across the state have been operating 12 hours a day - seven days a week.

Investigation underway after two people found dead at Haines City home with apparent gunshot wounds

The Haines City Police Department says they are investigating what happened after finding two people dead at a home Saturday night within the Hammock Reserve subdivision within the city limits of Haines City.

Anglers gather for an extended red snapper season

Bay Area recreational anglers are seeing a 17-day extended red snapper season after Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

President-elect Trump nominates Hillsborough Sheriff Chad Chronister as DEA Administrator

President-elect Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he plans to nominate Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister to be the next Administrator for the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).

Trailer carrying eight horses hit, flipped killing one and injuring the rest

A tragic crash involving a Florida Beach Horses truck and trailer left one of their horses dead and seven others injured, according to a post on social media by the horseback riding center.

Shapapalooza brings on larger meaning this year for some small business owners

One of the largest shopping events in the Tampa Bay region is back in action at Vinoy Park this Thanksgiving weekend. More than 350 small businesses are showcasing their best creations to customers at the 14th annual Shopapalooza, hosted by LocalShops1.