Holiday travel surge underway with calmer airports on Christmas Day
With Christmas falling later in the week, the holiday travel window spans two weekends, spreading travelers out over nearly two weeks.
Christmas give away draws thousands for free toys, presents
The Miracles Today Toy and Christmas giveaway attracted thousands today to come and get some help this Christmas.
10 sick puppies dumped in storage container at Largo park, police searching for suspect
Largo Police are asking for the public’s help after nine puppies in a storage container and two adult female dogs were found abandoned at Taylor Park on Friday.
Bicyclist killed in hit-and-run crash on US-92: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a hit-and-run crash that killed a 38-year-old Nicaraguan man who was riding a bike on Saturday.
Black Watch Soccer Club marks 50 years with charity match focused on community and field improvements
Black Watch Soccer Club, Tampa’s oldest amateur soccer organization, is celebrating 50 years of play and community impact.
Ambulance with patient inside involved in 3-vehicle crash in Bradenton: police
An ambulance with a patient inside was involved in a three-vehicle crash on Saturday evening, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
PSTA bus crash kills Clearwater woman: FHP
A Clearwater woman is dead after a crash involving a PSTA passenger bus on Saturday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Deep dish Chicago style pizza in downtown Tampa
The Tampa Pizza Company escaped the cold of Chicago for the warmer climate of Tampa Bay to bring the deep dish flavors of Chicago Pizza to the Sunshine State.
Bradenton drag race honors NASCAR driver Greg Biffle after deadly plane crash
The 6th annual Christmas Tree Drag Race at Bradenton Park honored the late Greg Biffle, a retired NASCAR driver.
Tampa firefighters battle early Sunday morning house fire
Tampa Fire Rescue responded to a structure fire just before 6:30 a.m. Sunday morning.
Creative Pinellas prepares for gallery closure as defunding fallout deepens
Pinellas County commissioners voted in September to defund Creative Pinellas, the 14-year-old arts agency is now preparing major cutbacks, including layoffs and the closure of its award-winning gallery in the Pinewood Cultural Park.
Woman found dead, man critically injured in Tampa home: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide after deputies found a woman dead and a man in critical condition in a Tampa home Friday afternoon.
Man arrested in connection with 2 armed bank robberies in Clearwater, state attorney says
A man accused of robbing two Clearwater banks at gunpoint was arrested and now faces federal charges, according to the state attorney’s office.
3 people accused of poaching and killing alligators across Florida: FWC
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission arrested three people accused of poaching and killing alligators across multiple Florida counties.
Hawaiian Asian fusion restaurant brings island flavors with a twist
Whether you're into eating healthy or eating island foods, Domoishi in South Tampa has something to tempt your taste buds.
Body discovered in submerged truck in St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg police say a body was found in a vehicle submerged in several feet of water near 62nd Avenue North and Bayou Grande Boulevard Saturday morning.
Tampa shooting leaves teen dead, another hospitalized, police say
Police say a male teenager is dead and another was hospitalized after a shooting Friday night in Tampa.
Clinical social worker behind Manatee County toy drive helping make Christmas brighter for foster youth
A St. Petersburg licensed clinical social worker is trying to make Christmas better for more than just her patients.
Pinellas faith groups remember those who died while homeless in 2025 with memorial service: 'Dignity in death'
Faith groups in Pinellas County wanted to give the community a way to remember those who died this year while experiencing homelessness.
150 bikes delivered to Tampa children during annual holiday event with Mayor Jane Castor
A holiday tradition rolled through Tampa Friday afternoon as dozens of children received brand-new bicycles.