Two teen boys killed during Inverness tunnel collapse honored during celebration of life: ‘We all hurt’

A celebration of life service was held at Cornerstone Church on Highland Boulevard in Inverness for two teenagers who were killed when a tunnel they dug out of sand collapsed on top of them.

Gasparilla 2026: Inside Tampa PD’s Real-Time Crime Center helping keep crowds safe

Officials from more than 30 different agencies will work together in the Tampa Police Department’s Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC) to monitor crowds this Gasparilla season. 

Celebration of life for teens killed in tunnel collapse
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The city of Inverness gathered to say goodbye to two teens who died in an accidental tunnel collapse. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports.

Manatee County students learn about surgical robot
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Students in Manatee County got a hands-on chance to operate a surgical robot that's used to perform surgeries and save lives at Manatee Memorial Hospital. FOX 13's Kimberly Kuizon reports.

Teen killed in Tampa shooting, no arrests made: TPD

A 16-year-old female is dead after a shooting in Tampa early on Thursday morning, according to police.

Oldsmar man accused of throwing infant from stroller during dispute: PCSO

An Oldsmar man was arrested Wednesday after deputies say he threw an infant from a stroller during an altercation with the child’s father, according to a Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office arrest affidavit.

Middle school English teacher wins 2026 Pinellas County Schools’ Teacher of the Year

Pinellas County has crowned its 2026 Teacher of the year. Denise White, a sixth and seventh grade English teacher at James B. Sanderlin K-8 School was named the winner Wednesday evening.

Video: Convicted felon arrested with guns, drugs and stolen cards at Tampa Tesla charging station

A three-time convicted felon was arrested at a Tesla charging station at a Tampa Wawa gas station after the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office says he had multiple felony warrants.

Crime rates declining in St. Petersburg: Police

The St. Petersburg Police Department has released data from the past year's crime rates, and it points towards a decline in criminal activity.

Florida Department of Education details subject areas most in need of teachers in new report

The new 'High Demand Teacher Needs Areas' report details critical teacher shortages in Florida by subject. The report was approved by the State Board of Education on Wednesday. 

Highlands County brush fire burns 175 acres, prompts evacuations: Officials

A large brush fire in Highlands County quickly burned more than 175 acres in the northwest area of Leisure Lakes in Highlands County, fire crews said. 

Conservation groups launch lawsuit to protect Florida Panther habitat from 10,000-acre development

The Florida panther is treading water in the state as its numbers decline, and only about 230 adult panthers run wild, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conversation Commission (FWC).  

Odessa man looks to sell record-breaking bat for $39,000

Scott Bridges of Odessa is a big baseball fan, and he dedicated his life to making the game safer 26 years ago.