Passenger killed after driver falls asleep on I-275: FHP

A woman is dead after the driver of the car she was in fell asleep while heading south on I-275 near the Skyway Bridge, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Mike Alstott Foundation delivers Thanksgiving meals to firefighters across Tampa Bay area

Former Buccaneers fullback Mike Alstott and the Mike Alstott Family Foundation spent Sunday delivering full Thanksgiving meals to firefighters at 31 stations across Pinellas County, making 26 stops along the way.

Large amount of drugs seized at Tampa home: HCSO

A large amount of drugs was seized from a Tampa home after the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office conducted a search warrant on Friday.

'Florida Pakistani Community' celebrates Lok Virsa at USF Campus

Lok Virsa is a celebration of Pakistani culture in all forms and the 'Florida Pakistani Community' celebrated the event at the University of South Florida.

500 Tampa families receive Thanksgiving meals through Bullard Family Foundation, Metro Ministries

Just days before Thanksgiving, hundreds of Tampa families lined up outside Sligh Middle Magnet — also known as the Thaddeus M. Bullard Academy — for a holiday meal they might not otherwise have.

Unattended candle sparks house fire in Spring Hill: HCFR

Hernando County Fire and Rescue is reminding people of candle safety after a fire broke out at a Spring Hill home on Saturday afternoon.

FDLE investigating suspect's death while in custody

An investigation is underway after a man in police custody was taken to a hospital where he later died, according to the Bradenton Police Department.

Pinocchio play comes to life on St. Pete stage this weekend

The children's storybook about a hand-crafted puppet that comes to life will be performed live on stage this weekend in St. Petersburg.

Tampa police share tips to protect your home from crime during holiday travel

Tampa Bay area law enforcement are reminding everyone this holiday season to include home safety in their travel checklist, so criminals don’t move in.

Vigil for DJ killed in road rage shooting draws family and friends in Ybor City

Dedrick Sykes' family and friends gathered at 22nd Street and 5th Avenue to honor his life in the spot where his life was cut short in a road rage shooting.

Sarasota man arrested, accused of inappropriately touching students

At Sarasota School of Arts and Sciences, Sarasota Police said 21-year-old Cobie Bradley was assigned to the aftercare program and at Sarasota High School, he acted as a volunteer. 

Former detention deputy sent behind bars for 15 years

A former detention deputy was in court on Friday to learn his fate in relation to a deadly crash in 2021.