Patel Conservatory's 'To the Stars' hopes to start a love of theatre for younger kids
By encouraging participation and interaction, the writer and actors of "To the Stars" foster a love of theater for young kids.
By encouraging participation and interaction, the writer and actors of "To the Stars" foster a love of theater for young kids.
Winter Haven woman killed in 'tragic' horse trampling while feeding animals: WHPD
A Winter Haven woman who reportedly liked to feed the horses in a field was found dead on Thursday afternoon.
A Winter Haven woman who reportedly liked to feed the horses in a field was found dead on Thursday afternoon.
Agape Flights plane located after crashing in Haiti, no survivors reported: officials
A local missionary aviation organization says they don't believe anybody survived after one of its flights crashed in the mountains of Haiti, according to officials.
A local missionary aviation organization says they don't believe anybody survived after one of its flights crashed in the mountains of Haiti, according to officials.
Car located in fatal Clearwater hit-and-run; Police looking for driver
Clearwater police say they have located the car that was involved in a hit-and-run that killed a 60-year-old man on Wednesday night.
Clearwater police say they have located the car that was involved in a hit-and-run that killed a 60-year-old man on Wednesday night.
Watch: South Florida pizzeria makes viral 'Everglades Pizza' with iguana meat
One South Florida pizzeria is pushing the boundaries on traditional toppings by adding a cold-stunned catch to the menu. Bucks Coal Fired Pizza in North Palm Beach created what they are calling the world's first iguana pizza.
One South Florida pizzeria is pushing the boundaries on traditional toppings by adding a cold-stunned catch to the menu. Bucks Coal Fired Pizza in North Palm Beach created what they are calling the world's first iguana pizza.
New Florida driver's license exam rules: English requirement now in effect
Effective February 6, 2026, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles now requires all driver's license exams to be administered exclusively in English.
Effective February 6, 2026, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles now requires all driver's license exams to be administered exclusively in English.
Civil rights groups issue Florida travel advisory for FIFA World Cup over immigration enforcement tactics
A group of immigrant and civil rights organizations issued a travel advisory on Thursday warning foreign tourists to reconsider travel to Florida for FIFA World Cup matches over the government's illegal immigration enforcement tactics and detention centers like "Alligator Alcatraz" in the Sunshine State.
A group of immigrant and civil rights organizations issued a travel advisory on Thursday warning foreign tourists to reconsider travel to Florida for FIFA World Cup matches over the government's illegal immigration enforcement tactics and detention centers like "Alligator Alcatraz" in the Sunshine State.
Women’s No. 1 killer in focus as dozens walk Bayshore Boulevard on National Wear Red Day
Dozens walked Tampa's Bayshore Boulevard Friday morning, braving chilly temps and wearing red to spotlight women’s heart health.
Dozens walked Tampa's Bayshore Boulevard Friday morning, braving chilly temps and wearing red to spotlight women’s heart health.
Measles case confirmed at St. Pete Catholic High School
St. Petersburg Catholic High has confirmed a case of measles in one of their sophomore students.
St. Petersburg Catholic High has confirmed a case of measles in one of their sophomore students.
University of Florida investigating possible measles exposure after cases reported in Alachua County
The University of Florida said Thursday that it was looking into possible measles exposure in two classes after two cases of measles were reported in Alachua County.
The University of Florida said Thursday that it was looking into possible measles exposure in two classes after two cases of measles were reported in Alachua County.
Florida House advances religious expression amendment for schools, drawing church–state concerns
A proposal to place religious expression protections for public schools into Florida’s Constitution cleared the House this week, passing largely along party lines and setting up a potential statewide vote.
A proposal to place religious expression protections for public schools into Florida’s Constitution cleared the House this week, passing largely along party lines and setting up a potential statewide vote.
Visitors hit the Florida State Fair despite cold temperatures on opening night
Opening night at the Florida State Fair brought high-flying rides, fried food and hundreds of families to Tampa on Thursday night.
Opening night at the Florida State Fair brought high-flying rides, fried food and hundreds of families to Tampa on Thursday night.
Smartwatch Health Alerts: Tampa cardiologist shares when to see a doctor
Many people wear smartwatches or use some type of wearable device that tells you about your health and your heart, but a Tampa cardiologist said it’s important to know what you’re looking at and when it’s time to see a doctor.
Many people wear smartwatches or use some type of wearable device that tells you about your health and your heart, but a Tampa cardiologist said it’s important to know what you’re looking at and when it’s time to see a doctor.
Neighbors urge St. Pete leaders to end police cooperation agreement with ICE
Members of the St. Petersburg community are urging city leaders to cut ties between local police and federal immigration enforcement, saying the current agreement is creating fear and discouraging people from reporting crimes.
Members of the St. Petersburg community are urging city leaders to cut ties between local police and federal immigration enforcement, saying the current agreement is creating fear and discouraging people from reporting crimes.
Florida agriculture bill causes concern about free speech, sponsors defend it
House Bill 433 (Section 47) and Senate Bill 290 (Section 48) spell out a new non-disparagement law for agriculture. This would mean that Floridians could be sued if they knowingly spread false information about agricultural products or practices.
House Bill 433 (Section 47) and Senate Bill 290 (Section 48) spell out a new non-disparagement law for agriculture. This would mean that Floridians could be sued if they knowingly spread false information about agricultural products or practices.
St. Pete City Council votes to pause picking developer for Historic Gas Plant District
St. Pete City Council approved pausing choosing a developer for the Historic Gas Plant site Thursday.
St. Pete City Council approved pausing choosing a developer for the Historic Gas Plant site Thursday.
Wrong-way DUI driver sentenced to 8 years in prison after deadly Pasco County crash
A man who pleaded guilty in a 2024 deadly wrong-way DUI crash that killed a 26-year-old in Pasco County has been sentenced to eight years in prison, followed by years of probation, according to court records.
A man who pleaded guilty in a 2024 deadly wrong-way DUI crash that killed a 26-year-old in Pasco County has been sentenced to eight years in prison, followed by years of probation, according to court records.
'Forgotten Angels' helps teens who age out of foster care, at-risk youth: 'I was blessed to be a blessing'
It's a mission close to the heart of a couple in Valrico. They are the brains behind Forgotten Angels, which is a program dedicated to getting teens who are aged out of foster care, or kids who are at-risk, back on the right track.
It's a mission close to the heart of a couple in Valrico. They are the brains behind Forgotten Angels, which is a program dedicated to getting teens who are aged out of foster care, or kids who are at-risk, back on the right track.
Teen on ‘homemade’ motorbike arrested after Mulberry residents complain of neighborhood nuisance
A teen on a homemade motorbike was arrested after a pursuit through the streets of Mulberry on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A teen on a homemade motorbike was arrested after a pursuit through the streets of Mulberry on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Hillsborough County opens hydration station after freeze spell dries up private wells
Hillsborough County is stepping in to help residents whose private wells have dried up in the eastern part of the county.
Hillsborough County is stepping in to help residents whose private wells have dried up in the eastern part of the county.