Video: 3 stranded kayakers rescued from Hillsborough River
A trio of kayakers who recently got lost on the Hillsborough River are back on dry land thanks to deputies with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
A trio of kayakers who recently got lost on the Hillsborough River are back on dry land thanks to deputies with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
Third Florida deputy dies from ‘horrific crash’ that killed 2 colleagues
A Florida sheriff’s department is mourning the loss of three of its deputies following a vehicle crash last week.
A Florida sheriff’s department is mourning the loss of three of its deputies following a vehicle crash last week.
Here's a look at where Florida stands as hurricane season nears its end
As the 2024 hurricane season wraps up, Tampa Bay area residents are finally getting some relief after a year of back-to-back storms. This season, which saw 18 named storms, caused significant damage to the region, with Hurricanes Helene and Milton impacting the area most severely.
As the 2024 hurricane season wraps up, Tampa Bay area residents are finally getting some relief after a year of back-to-back storms. This season, which saw 18 named storms, caused significant damage to the region, with Hurricanes Helene and Milton impacting the area most severely.
Man killed in shooting on basketball court, Highlands County deputies investigating
A man died after being shot on a basketball court on Monday evening, according to the Highlands County Sheriff's Office.
A man died after being shot on a basketball court on Monday evening, according to the Highlands County Sheriff's Office.
Hagel ties NHL record with 4 assists in 1st period, Lightning beat Avalanche 8-2
Brandon Hagel tied an NHL record with four assists in the opening period and finished with five as the Tampa Bay Lightning cruised past the Colorado Avalanche 8-2 on Monday.
Brandon Hagel tied an NHL record with four assists in the opening period and finished with five as the Tampa Bay Lightning cruised past the Colorado Avalanche 8-2 on Monday.
UF researchers study how to grow food on the moon
The University of Florida is helping NASA build a permanent moon colony. In 2025, as NASA plans to fly astronauts around the moon, UF is already growing plants in moon soil and it could pay off in Florida and beyond.
The University of Florida is helping NASA build a permanent moon colony. In 2025, as NASA plans to fly astronauts around the moon, UF is already growing plants in moon soil and it could pay off in Florida and beyond.
Officials warn of QR code scams ahead of holidays
Many are expected to travel somewhere this week for the Thanksgiving holiday, and they may use a QR code to scan and find a menu or a website. But, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is warning this could open you up to crooks.
Many are expected to travel somewhere this week for the Thanksgiving holiday, and they may use a QR code to scan and find a menu or a website. But, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is warning this could open you up to crooks.
Polk County first responders rally around family affected by domestic violence
The competitive spirit helps bring at least one Polk County family the holiday spirit after they were affected by a tragic case of domestic violence.
The competitive spirit helps bring at least one Polk County family the holiday spirit after they were affected by a tragic case of domestic violence.
Historic Seahorse Café on Pass-a-Grille Beach ravaged by storms
The storm-ravaged ruins of the iconic Seahorse Café in Pass-a-Grille is not a pretty picture.
The storm-ravaged ruins of the iconic Seahorse Café in Pass-a-Grille is not a pretty picture.
As Florida urges local governments to remove fluoride, areas with experience issue warnings
As Florida's top health official encourages cities and counties to discontinue fluoride in their water supply, warnings are coming in from communities that have already done so.
As Florida's top health official encourages cities and counties to discontinue fluoride in their water supply, warnings are coming in from communities that have already done so.
Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis seeks to replace Matt Gaetz
Receiving President-elect Donald Trump’s endorsement and setting off political dominoes, Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis announced Monday he will run for a Northwest Florida congressional seat vacated by former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz.
Receiving President-elect Donald Trump’s endorsement and setting off political dominoes, Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis announced Monday he will run for a Northwest Florida congressional seat vacated by former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz.
Developer plans new tower in Mirror Lake community
The developer of St. Pete's tallest building has new plans for another highrise.
The developer of St. Pete's tallest building has new plans for another highrise.
Pinellas County issues new stadium deadline to Rays
The Tampa Bay Rays have a new deadline to meet.
The Tampa Bay Rays have a new deadline to meet.
Feeding Tampa Bay working overtime to help residents recovering from hurricanes ahead of Thanksgiving
Organizations around the Tampa Bay area have been working overtime to help people recover and rebuild from the hurricanes.
Organizations around the Tampa Bay area have been working overtime to help people recover and rebuild from the hurricanes.
Man shot and killed in Tampa, police investigating
A man was shot and killed Monday afternoon along North Florida Avenue in Tampa.
A man was shot and killed Monday afternoon along North Florida Avenue in Tampa.
Mother and daughter charged with stealing from child care center, HCSO says
An Avon Park mother and daughter are accused of stealing nearly $100,000 from a non-profit child care center.
An Avon Park mother and daughter are accused of stealing nearly $100,000 from a non-profit child care center.
4 accuse Hernando County man of engaging in sex acts while they were minors 20 years ago in California
A Hernando County man will be sent back to California to face charges after deputies say he engaged in sex acts with minors.
A Hernando County man will be sent back to California to face charges after deputies say he engaged in sex acts with minors.
FEMA's hurricane assistance application deadline extended until Jan. 7
FEMA has extended the deadline to apply for relief assistance after Hurricanes Milton and Helene.
FEMA has extended the deadline to apply for relief assistance after Hurricanes Milton and Helene.
New Port Richey woman hit, killed by propane tanker truck: FHP
A deadly crash claimed the life of a New Port Richey woman on Monday morning.
A deadly crash claimed the life of a New Port Richey woman on Monday morning.
Trouble in Toyland report: Here’s a look at what to avoid this holiday season
Children across the country are making their holiday wish lists, but health experts warn that some of these toys may have hidden risks and consumers should be especially weary of products sold online.
Children across the country are making their holiday wish lists, but health experts warn that some of these toys may have hidden risks and consumers should be especially weary of products sold online.