Florida homeowners insurance rates are dropping for thousands of policyholders
State insurance regulators approved property insurance rate decreases for four private carriers, bringing financial relief to tens of thousands of homeowners at policy renewal.
State insurance regulators approved property insurance rate decreases for four private carriers, bringing financial relief to tens of thousands of homeowners at policy renewal.
Polk County IT manager found dead in park during voyeurism probe: PCSO
Polk County Sheriff's Office deputies said they found the body of a 60-year-old Lakeland man in Colt Creek State Park on Tuesday morning during a video voyeurism investigation.
Polk County Sheriff's Office deputies said they found the body of a 60-year-old Lakeland man in Colt Creek State Park on Tuesday morning during a video voyeurism investigation.
East Coast faces weekend storm risks while Hurricane Polo churns in Pacific
Hurricane Polo is moving along Mexico's coastline as a powerful 155 mph storm, while a separate Atlantic system threatens to bring heavy rain, strong winds and severe coastal erosion to the Northeast this weekend.
Hurricane Polo is moving along Mexico's coastline as a powerful 155 mph storm, while a separate Atlantic system threatens to bring heavy rain, strong winds and severe coastal erosion to the Northeast this weekend.
Tomasz Kosowski trial: Prosecutors rest case after courtroom demonstration denied
Dr. Tomasz Kosowski asked a lead detective and a prosecutor to perform physical courtroom demonstrations Tuesday to challenge state theories in his murder trial.
Dr. Tomasz Kosowski asked a lead detective and a prosecutor to perform physical courtroom demonstrations Tuesday to challenge state theories in his murder trial.
Bradenton shooting leaves two dead: Police
Two people were shot and killed in Bradenton Tuesday evening, according to police.
Two people were shot and killed in Bradenton Tuesday evening, according to police.
Hillsborough schools hold town halls ahead of half-penny sales tax vote
Hillsborough County Public Schools is asking voters to renew the Half-Penny Promise sales tax for another 10 years.
Hillsborough County Public Schools is asking voters to renew the Half-Penny Promise sales tax for another 10 years.
Tampa Bay area water restrictions extended through March 2027
Water restrictions in the Tampa Bay area will remain after the Southwest Florida Water Management District extended the “extreme" water shortage through March 31, 2027.
Water restrictions in the Tampa Bay area will remain after the Southwest Florida Water Management District extended the “extreme" water shortage through March 31, 2027.
College scam prevention: Young adults lose $490M a year, according to FTC
Young adults are becoming prime targets for scams and fraud, prompting new partnerships at The University of Tampa to combat the growing issue.
Young adults are becoming prime targets for scams and fraud, prompting new partnerships at The University of Tampa to combat the growing issue.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay unearths 1962 time capsule
As the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay prepare for their centennial exhibit at the Tampa Bay History Center, staff discovered a time capsule from 1962.
As the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay prepare for their centennial exhibit at the Tampa Bay History Center, staff discovered a time capsule from 1962.
Polk County jury hears mental health testimony in Davenport triple murder trial
A Polk County jury is weighing a potential death sentence for 44-year-old Shaun Runyon following defense testimony regarding his mental health and drug abuse history.
A Polk County jury is weighing a potential death sentence for 44-year-old Shaun Runyon following defense testimony regarding his mental health and drug abuse history.
Mother looks for answers as Tampa police investigate shooting
A person was shot and killed Sunday afternoon in Tampa, according to the Tampa Police Department.
A person was shot and killed Sunday afternoon in Tampa, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Sarasota County boating safety: Leaders push for slow-speed zone at South Lido
Sarasota County leaders are pushing for new water safety restrictions near South Lido Beach following years of reckless behavior and a deadly jet ski crash.
Sarasota County leaders are pushing for new water safety restrictions near South Lido Beach following years of reckless behavior and a deadly jet ski crash.
Sarasota County commissioners receive positive Midnight Pass update
A naturally reopened inlet in Sarasota County is showing strong stability and environmental benefits, local leaders learned Tuesday.
A naturally reopened inlet in Sarasota County is showing strong stability and environmental benefits, local leaders learned Tuesday.
Florida Attorney General targets insulin, diabetes-related drug prices in new lawsuit
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is targeting insulin and diabetes-related drug prices in a new lawsuit against three big manufacturers.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is targeting insulin and diabetes-related drug prices in a new lawsuit against three big manufacturers.
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. hiring 100 workers for new hotel, restaurant in Ybor City
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is hosting a two-day job fair to hire 100 people for its new hotel, restaurant and cigar lounge – all set to open across the street from the cigar factory in about nine weeks.
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. is hosting a two-day job fair to hire 100 people for its new hotel, restaurant and cigar lounge – all set to open across the street from the cigar factory in about nine weeks.
Theatre eXceptional gives Bay Area performers with disabilities a spotlight
A local theater company is transforming the Tampa arts scene by ensuring performers with disabilities have an opportunity to take center stage.
A local theater company is transforming the Tampa arts scene by ensuring performers with disabilities have an opportunity to take center stage.
Florida man accused of shooting and killing dog; dead cats found at home: SJSO
A Florida man is facing multiple felony charges after St. Johns County deputies said he shot and killed his dog. Investigators found the remains of two dead cats on the property of Jake Matthew, 34, while the remains of a decapitated dog were found at his home and in a nearby empty lot, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office.
A Florida man is facing multiple felony charges after St. Johns County deputies said he shot and killed his dog. Investigators found the remains of two dead cats on the property of Jake Matthew, 34, while the remains of a decapitated dog were found at his home and in a nearby empty lot, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office.
Hernando shotgun rider hoax: Search for ‘victim’ shot over front-seat dispute cost thousands
A late-night brawl over who got to sit in the front passenger seat outside a Hernando County bar ended in gunfire, a massive law enforcement search and zero actual injuries, according to the Hernando County Sheriff's Office.
A late-night brawl over who got to sit in the front passenger seat outside a Hernando County bar ended in gunfire, a massive law enforcement search and zero actual injuries, according to the Hernando County Sheriff's Office.
Coast Guard offloads $57M in cocaine and marijuana at Florida port
Coast Guard crews offloaded $57 million worth of illegal drugs Monday in Port Everglades following two high-seas interdictions in the Caribbean Sea.
Coast Guard crews offloaded $57 million worth of illegal drugs Monday in Port Everglades following two high-seas interdictions in the Caribbean Sea.
SEE IT: Chinese nationals intercepted in ‘extremely dangerous’ infiltration attempt near Florida coast
A smuggling vessel filled with Chinese nationals and other illegal immigrants was intercepted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Coast Guard in what sources called a rare and "extremely dangerous" attempt to enter the U.S. through Florida.
A smuggling vessel filled with Chinese nationals and other illegal immigrants was intercepted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Coast Guard in what sources called a rare and "extremely dangerous" attempt to enter the U.S. through Florida.