Bay Area firefighters continue to respond to brush fire calls as parts of region remain under burn ban
The wildfire threat is growing by the day across the Tampa Bay area. It's already keeping firefighters busy in several counties as they work to protect homes and residents from wildfires — and there's been quite a few already.
The wildfire threat is growing by the day across the Tampa Bay area. It's already keeping firefighters busy in several counties as they work to protect homes and residents from wildfires — and there's been quite a few already.
Brush fire breaks out near Lazy Days RV Center as firefighters battle blaze in Lithia: HCFR
Crews with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue battled two brush fires on Monday afternoon, including one that destroyed an RV and another that broke out near LazyDays RV Center.
Crews with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue battled two brush fires on Monday afternoon, including one that destroyed an RV and another that broke out near LazyDays RV Center.
Federal trial over Florida’s ballot amendment process underway
A federal trial is underway that will determine the future of Florida’s ballot amendment process.
A federal trial is underway that will determine the future of Florida’s ballot amendment process.
Sarasota conductor appears in Bad Bunny’s halftime show: 'The music feels like home'
You may have spotted a familiar face in the Super Bowl Halftime Show on Sunday. Sarasota Orchestra Music Director, Giancarlo Guerrero, traded the concert hall for the stadium turf to join Bad Bunny in an unforgettable performance.
You may have spotted a familiar face in the Super Bowl Halftime Show on Sunday. Sarasota Orchestra Music Director, Giancarlo Guerrero, traded the concert hall for the stadium turf to join Bad Bunny in an unforgettable performance.
Atlanta Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr. arrested in Florida after alleged domestic dispute with WNBA player
The attorney for Atlanta Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr. says Pearce “maintains his innocence" as he faces five felony charges following his arrest near Miami on Saturday night.
The attorney for Atlanta Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr. says Pearce “maintains his innocence" as he faces five felony charges following his arrest near Miami on Saturday night.
Florida to carry out first 2026 execution: Ronald Heath scheduled for 1989 Alachua County murder
Following a record 19 executions in Florida last year, Ronald Heath is scheduled Tuesday to be the first person put to death in 2026, for a 1989 murder in Alachua County.
Following a record 19 executions in Florida last year, Ronald Heath is scheduled Tuesday to be the first person put to death in 2026, for a 1989 murder in Alachua County.
Florida House Bill 1551 could limit lawsuits against gun makers over missing safety features
A piece of legislation is moving through the Florida House of Representatives that would protect gun manufacturers from some missing safety measures.
A piece of legislation is moving through the Florida House of Representatives that would protect gun manufacturers from some missing safety measures.
New Florida bill aims to slash out-of-state enrollment at state universities
A Florida lawmaker says too many highly qualified Florida students are receiving rejection letters from the state's public universities.
A Florida lawmaker says too many highly qualified Florida students are receiving rejection letters from the state's public universities.
DeSantis celebrates end of 'witch hunt' after Trump DOJ reportedly drops Hope Florida Foundation complaint
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis celebrated how the Department of Justice reportedly decided to dismiss a complaint into the Hope Florida scandal that rocked the former presidential candidate and became a talking point for DeSantis critics.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis celebrated how the Department of Justice reportedly decided to dismiss a complaint into the Hope Florida scandal that rocked the former presidential candidate and became a talking point for DeSantis critics.
Palmetto church reopens 15 months after hurricane damage, marking emotional rededication
More than a year after Hurricane Milton left a Palmetto church with extensive damage, First Biblical Baptist Church of Palmetto has reopened its doors, celebrating a major milestone in its long road to recovery.
More than a year after Hurricane Milton left a Palmetto church with extensive damage, First Biblical Baptist Church of Palmetto has reopened its doors, celebrating a major milestone in its long road to recovery.
Artificial reef's success allows for cleaner water and healthier environment for Palmetto Bay
Florida waterways draw visitors from all over to enjoy recreational boating, fishing and swimming. Keeping those waterways healthy becomes a tough job as overuse and storms can leave pollution and other impurities in the water.
Florida waterways draw visitors from all over to enjoy recreational boating, fishing and swimming. Keeping those waterways healthy becomes a tough job as overuse and storms can leave pollution and other impurities in the water.
Wesley Chapel man arrested after 150 mph motorcycle chase across counties: FHP
Florida Highway Patrol troopers arrested a 19-year-old Wesley Chapel man after a high-speed motorcycle chase that began in Tampa and ended in St. Petersburg late Saturday night.
Florida Highway Patrol troopers arrested a 19-year-old Wesley Chapel man after a high-speed motorcycle chase that began in Tampa and ended in St. Petersburg late Saturday night.
Phillies make Clearwater their spring training home for the 80th year
This is the 80th year the Phillies have made Clearwater their spring training home.
This is the 80th year the Phillies have made Clearwater their spring training home.
Circus legend celebrates 104th birthday in Sarasota, reflects on life
Mary Jane Miller joined the circus at just 18 years old with no formal training or family connections.
Mary Jane Miller joined the circus at just 18 years old with no formal training or family connections.
Tampa Bay's Bark in the Park event celebrates 49 years of helping animals in need
Tampa Bay's Bark in the Park event has brought awareness to dogs in need in our community for 49 years.
Tampa Bay's Bark in the Park event has brought awareness to dogs in need in our community for 49 years.
Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins rallies supporters in Odessa as governor’s race takes shape
Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins is campaigning for governor as Ron DeSantis is term-limited, making the race wide open.
Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins is campaigning for governor as Ron DeSantis is term-limited, making the race wide open.
Florida man on the run after motorcycle pursuit with troopers ends in woods: FHP
Florida Highway Patrol troopers are searching for a 51-year-old man after he reportedly fled from a traffic stop, abandoned his motorcycle and ran into woods in Webster early Saturday morning.
Florida Highway Patrol troopers are searching for a 51-year-old man after he reportedly fled from a traffic stop, abandoned his motorcycle and ran into woods in Webster early Saturday morning.
Dover hit-and-run on MLK Boulevard leaves pedestrian critically injured: FHP
A 33-year-old pedestrian was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash Friday night in Dover, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 33-year-old pedestrian was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash Friday night in Dover, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
These food ideas can help a Super Bowl party host create a win on game day
As you're gearing up for the big game on Sunday, there are plenty of reasons to watch this last game of the NFL season, whether it's for the players, the commercials or simply for the party that surrounds all that football action.
As you're gearing up for the big game on Sunday, there are plenty of reasons to watch this last game of the NFL season, whether it's for the players, the commercials or simply for the party that surrounds all that football action.
Tampa armed robbery suspects accused of assaulting employee at nail salon: Police
Tampa police are investigating an armed robbery at a nail salon on Hillsborough Avenue that left an employee with minor injuries Saturday morning.
Tampa police are investigating an armed robbery at a nail salon on Hillsborough Avenue that left an employee with minor injuries Saturday morning.