5 rescued after boat sinks off coast near Egmont Key: USCG
Five people were saved after a boat sank early Friday morning, approximately 28 miles west of Egmont Key, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.
Five people were saved after a boat sank early Friday morning, approximately 28 miles west of Egmont Key, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.
Driver dies after fleeing crash, hitting tree in Pinellas Park, police say
A 27-year-old man was killed Friday night after police say he left the scene of a crash and struck a tree shortly after in Pinellas Park.
A 27-year-old man was killed Friday night after police say he left the scene of a crash and struck a tree shortly after in Pinellas Park.
Youth programs like St. Pete's Teen Flex Night help curb teen violence
The Teen Flex Night program brings together kids from across St. Petersburg to a recreational center in the city and allows them to spend their Friday night in a safe location with adults they trust.
The Teen Flex Night program brings together kids from across St. Petersburg to a recreational center in the city and allows them to spend their Friday night in a safe location with adults they trust.
'I'm all about working together': New leader named for Tampa Bay Sports Commission
Lanness Robinson is stepping into one of Tampa Bay’s most influential sports leadership roles as the region comes off a record year for tourism.
Lanness Robinson is stepping into one of Tampa Bay’s most influential sports leadership roles as the region comes off a record year for tourism.
$2.2M COVID relief fraud scheme: 10 Floridians among 11 indicted
Ten Floridians were among 11 indicted after federal officials say they orchestrated a scheme to steal more than $2.2 million in COVID-19 relief funds meant to support small businesses struggling during the pandemic.
Ten Floridians were among 11 indicted after federal officials say they orchestrated a scheme to steal more than $2.2 million in COVID-19 relief funds meant to support small businesses struggling during the pandemic.
'Flight to the North Pole' enters 40th year supporting children facing the hardest medical conditions
It's a long-standing tradition in Manatee County. Each year, 'Flight to the North Pole' gives children facing some of the most difficult medical situations, a day away for them and their families.
It's a long-standing tradition in Manatee County. Each year, 'Flight to the North Pole' gives children facing some of the most difficult medical situations, a day away for them and their families.
Manufacturer of high-quality artwork expands headquarters in Pinellas County
There's a good chance the artwork you see the next time you stay in a hotel was manufactured in the Tampa Bay Area at Wendover Art Group. Now, the company has added 69,000 square feet to its headquarters, and doubled its manufacturing capacity.
There's a good chance the artwork you see the next time you stay in a hotel was manufactured in the Tampa Bay Area at Wendover Art Group. Now, the company has added 69,000 square feet to its headquarters, and doubled its manufacturing capacity.
Rollover crash on State Road 60 leaves man dead, woman and child flown to hospital
A man was killed, and his girlfriend and their 2-year-old child were airlifted to the hospital after a vehicle crashed and overturned near Lake Wales Friday afternoon, the Polk County Sheriff's Office said.
A man was killed, and his girlfriend and their 2-year-old child were airlifted to the hospital after a vehicle crashed and overturned near Lake Wales Friday afternoon, the Polk County Sheriff's Office said.
Dead body found in empty Tampa lot, police say
Tampa police are investigating after a man’s dead body was found in an empty lot Friday morning.
Tampa police are investigating after a man’s dead body was found in an empty lot Friday morning.
Social media helps connect woman with Bucs, brings Christmas to dozens of foster children
With the help of social media, one woman in Tampa Bay is helping bring Christmas to dozens of foster children.
With the help of social media, one woman in Tampa Bay is helping bring Christmas to dozens of foster children.
Florida health officials explore overhaul of school vaccine requirements
Florida’s Department of Health convened a meeting today to examine potential changes to vaccination requirements for schools and childcare facilities, along with the process families use to opt out of mandates.
Florida’s Department of Health convened a meeting today to examine potential changes to vaccination requirements for schools and childcare facilities, along with the process families use to opt out of mandates.
Nobel Peace Prize winner rescued by Tampa-based organization
A Tampa-based organization conducted a complex and secret mission to get the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize winner out of her home country of Venezuela.
A Tampa-based organization conducted a complex and secret mission to get the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize winner out of her home country of Venezuela.
New USF president announced, Moez Limayem will start in 2026
Moez Limayem will be the University of South Florida's ninth president.
Moez Limayem will be the University of South Florida's ninth president.
Final ride: Disney sets closing date for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
The Muppets will be taking over the coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in summer 2026.
The Muppets will be taking over the coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in summer 2026.
Must-see video: Father, son dramatically rescued from deep in the alligator-infested Florida Everglades
A father and son in Florida were rescued from the alligator-filled Everglades after their ATV ran out of gas -- stranding them shortly before sunset.
A father and son in Florida were rescued from the alligator-filled Everglades after their ATV ran out of gas -- stranding them shortly before sunset.
Volunteer outfits half of Belleair Elementary with new uniforms: 'Brings me joy'
A longtime Belleair Elementary volunteer spent the past few months doing something major for the school: making sure kids had the clothing they needed to feel comfortable in class.
A longtime Belleair Elementary volunteer spent the past few months doing something major for the school: making sure kids had the clothing they needed to feel comfortable in class.
Florida AG sues Roblox, claiming it misled parents and exposed kids to predators
Florida’s Attorney General is taking Roblox to court, alleging the company created an environment where adults can easily pose as children, contact minors and lure them into unsafe interactions.
Florida’s Attorney General is taking Roblox to court, alleging the company created an environment where adults can easily pose as children, contact minors and lure them into unsafe interactions.
St. Pete's long-awaited Tangerine Plaza development gets another extension
The St. Petersburg City Council is moving forward with plans to revitalize a crucial area in South St. Pete. Residents have been waiting for a grocery store in their neighborhood for seven years. On Thursday, the council heard from both supporters and critics during a lengthy discussion.
The St. Petersburg City Council is moving forward with plans to revitalize a crucial area in South St. Pete. Residents have been waiting for a grocery store in their neighborhood for seven years. On Thursday, the council heard from both supporters and critics during a lengthy discussion.
Tampa first responders rescue 86-year-old man blowing leaves off roof
An afternoon doing chores on Wednesday took a scary turn for an 86-year-old Tampa man.
An afternoon doing chores on Wednesday took a scary turn for an 86-year-old Tampa man.
Blanket giveaway helps Tampa Bay families stay warm this holiday season
This holiday season, cooler nights and rising costs are hitting families throughout the Tampa Bay area.
This holiday season, cooler nights and rising costs are hitting families throughout the Tampa Bay area.