Veterans honored for service, community work with Congressional Veteran Commendation Award in Sun City Center
A group of 19 veterans received the Congressional Veteran Commendation Award at a ceremony in Sun City Center on Thursday, recognizing the work they’ve done no matter how long they served.
A group of 19 veterans received the Congressional Veteran Commendation Award at a ceremony in Sun City Center on Thursday, recognizing the work they’ve done no matter how long they served.
Tampa men arrested in rooftop mall heist, ending what is believed to be a $1M organized shoe-theft ring: MCSO
Four Tampa men have been arrested in connection with a rooftop burglary at the Treasure Coast Mall in Martin County, bringing an end to what authorities believe is a $1M organized shoe theft ring that spans multiple states.
Four Tampa men have been arrested in connection with a rooftop burglary at the Treasure Coast Mall in Martin County, bringing an end to what authorities believe is a $1M organized shoe theft ring that spans multiple states.
Sarasota Art Museum 'Young at Art' program says camps are for grownups too
Sarasota Art Museum "Young at Art" program says camps are for grownups too.
Sarasota Art Museum "Young at Art" program says camps are for grownups too.
Man arrested in Tampa shooting that left 17-year-old dead: HCSO
A man was arrested Thursday and is facing a murder charge in connection with a Tampa shooting that left a teen dead and two others hospitalized in October, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
A man was arrested Thursday and is facing a murder charge in connection with a Tampa shooting that left a teen dead and two others hospitalized in October, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.
Tampa Bay Area fire departments team up for holiday safety demonstrations
Tampa Fire Rescue, along with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue, St. Petersburg Fire Rescue, Temple Terrace Fire Department, and Plant City Fire Rescue, came together Friday morning for their annual holiday safety demonstrations.
Tampa Fire Rescue, along with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue, St. Petersburg Fire Rescue, Temple Terrace Fire Department, and Plant City Fire Rescue, came together Friday morning for their annual holiday safety demonstrations.
Bizarre art installation in South Florida depicting Musk, Zuckerberg and Bezos as robot dogs goes viral
A unique art installation in Miami Beach made headlines for its uncanny depiction of prominent figures.
A unique art installation in Miami Beach made headlines for its uncanny depiction of prominent figures.
New Florida law bans anything blocking, altering license plates — including frames, covers, clear shields
A law that took effect Oct. 1 bans anything that blocks or alters a driver’s license plate. It includes frames, covers and even clear shields.
A law that took effect Oct. 1 bans anything that blocks or alters a driver’s license plate. It includes frames, covers and even clear shields.
Florida CFO rolls out new push to block illegal immigrants from tapping state systems: ‘Lives have been lost’
Florida’s chief financial officer announced a slate of legislative priorities to discourage illegal immigrants from settling in the state – a strategy that rarely makes headlines as most states focus on criminal justice laws versus financial policies.
Florida’s chief financial officer announced a slate of legislative priorities to discourage illegal immigrants from settling in the state – a strategy that rarely makes headlines as most states focus on criminal justice laws versus financial policies.
Arrest made after DNA links Ruskin man to 1997 deaths of mother, daughter found at Gilgo Beach
Andrew Dykes, 66, was arrested Wednesday in Ruskin.
Andrew Dykes, 66, was arrested Wednesday in Ruskin.
New Florida laws take effect January 1, 2026: Here’s what to know
After the champagne is popped symbolizing the start of 2026, a few new laws will take effect in Florida.
After the champagne is popped symbolizing the start of 2026, a few new laws will take effect in Florida.
Former Congressman David Jolly campaigns with Gwen Graham for Florida governors' seat
David Jolly held a heavily attended campaign event with more than 400 people at Nova in St. Pete Thursday night.
David Jolly held a heavily attended campaign event with more than 400 people at Nova in St. Pete Thursday night.
Fire training sends flames into sky at Tampa International Airport: 'We need to be prepared'
You may have seen or spotted a thick plume of black smoke rising above Tampa International Airport. Don’t worry, though, the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) Division has been performing training exercises after sunset this week.
You may have seen or spotted a thick plume of black smoke rising above Tampa International Airport. Don’t worry, though, the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) Division has been performing training exercises after sunset this week.
Tommy Zeigler: New testimony clouds 50-year murder case against Florida death-row inmate
A state-hired blood spatter expert offered testimony Wednesday that further complicated the 50-year-old murder case of William “Tommy" Zeigler.
A state-hired blood spatter expert offered testimony Wednesday that further complicated the 50-year-old murder case of William “Tommy" Zeigler.
Lakeland's Christmas Parade brings holiday magic to the streets
The streets of Lakeland were alive with Christmas joy Thursday night as the annual Christmas parade brought holiday spirit to the community.
The streets of Lakeland were alive with Christmas joy Thursday night as the annual Christmas parade brought holiday spirit to the community.
40,000 rubber flamingos to float down river to help raise money for sick children
This Saturday, thousands of adopted rubber flamingos will race down the water at John's Pass in a massive fundraising event, all to benefit local children battling life-threatening illnesses.
This Saturday, thousands of adopted rubber flamingos will race down the water at John's Pass in a massive fundraising event, all to benefit local children battling life-threatening illnesses.
Hillsborough driver involved in deadly DUI crash found guilty of lesser charge
A woman has been found guilty of a lesser charge in a deadly crash in Hillsborough County in 2021.
A woman has been found guilty of a lesser charge in a deadly crash in Hillsborough County in 2021.
Attorney for now-fired Tampa code enforcement director gives justification for lottery cash-in
The lawyer for the now-fired director of code enforcement in Tampa is responding to the state attorney's decision not to press charges.
The lawyer for the now-fired director of code enforcement in Tampa is responding to the state attorney's decision not to press charges.
Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office warns of QR code scams
They’re convenient, but law enforcement says you should think twice before scanning a QR code.
They’re convenient, but law enforcement says you should think twice before scanning a QR code.
Cancer patients get behind-the scenes with pics and pucks from Tampa Bay Lightning
Before the puck drops at Benchmark International Arena Thursday night, the Tampa Bay Lightning offered an uplifting, behind-the-scenes experience for cancer patients going through the most challenging moments of their lives.
Before the puck drops at Benchmark International Arena Thursday night, the Tampa Bay Lightning offered an uplifting, behind-the-scenes experience for cancer patients going through the most challenging moments of their lives.
FDA approves new specialized glasses to help children with nearsightedness
The U.S. FDA authorized marketing of new specialized eyeglass lenses to help slow the progression of myopia in children ages 6 to 12 years old.
The U.S. FDA authorized marketing of new specialized eyeglass lenses to help slow the progression of myopia in children ages 6 to 12 years old.