Pasco County community gathers at SunWest Park memorial after 3-year-old drowns during festival
A day after a holiday celebration turned tragic, visitors returned to Pasco County's SunWest Park to remember a 3-year-old boy who died after drowning during the park's Scallop and Music Festival.
A day after a holiday celebration turned tragic, visitors returned to Pasco County's SunWest Park to remember a 3-year-old boy who died after drowning during the park's Scallop and Music Festival.
Missing woman found dead inside SUV at McDonald's near Tampa: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a woman who had been reported missing last week was found dead inside a vehicle in the parking lot of a McDonald's near Tampa on Sunday morning.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a woman who had been reported missing last week was found dead inside a vehicle in the parking lot of a McDonald's near Tampa on Sunday morning.
Plane involved in SR-60 crash experienced mechanical issues during takeoff: PCSO
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office gave an update on the plane crash that sent a father and son to the hospital on Saturday.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office gave an update on the plane crash that sent a father and son to the hospital on Saturday.
2 dead after fatal fire in Winter Haven home: WHPD
The Winter Haven Fire Department and State Fire Marshal’s Office are investigating a fire that killed 2 people on Sunday morning.
The Winter Haven Fire Department and State Fire Marshal’s Office are investigating a fire that killed 2 people on Sunday morning.
Tampa shooting: Driver fires after armed man opens door
The Tampa Police Department is investigating a shooting following a man’s death early Sunday morning.
The Tampa Police Department is investigating a shooting following a man’s death early Sunday morning.
Missing scuba diver found dead off Treasure Island Beach, police say
The Treasure Island Police Department is investigating the death of a scuba diver after a body was found floating off the beach..
The Treasure Island Police Department is investigating the death of a scuba diver after a body was found floating off the beach..
From Greece to St. Pete: Mythos Greek Bistro brings traditional menu to their outdoor patio
It began as a vision to bring an authentic taste of Greece to the downtown St. Petersburg area, and, Danjel Morina and Konstantinos Chillias were able to bring that vision to life in the form of Mythos Greek Bistro.
It began as a vision to bring an authentic taste of Greece to the downtown St. Petersburg area, and, Danjel Morina and Konstantinos Chillias were able to bring that vision to life in the form of Mythos Greek Bistro.
Three years after 7-year-old was killed in Fourth of July shooting, Tampa family still searching for justice
Three years after a stray bullet killed 7-year-old Yitzian Torres Garcia during a Fourth of July outing, his family says the holiday is no longer a celebration. Instead, they spend each Independence Day honoring his memory while pleading for answers in a case that remains unsolved.
Three years after a stray bullet killed 7-year-old Yitzian Torres Garcia during a Fourth of July outing, his family says the holiday is no longer a celebration. Instead, they spend each Independence Day honoring his memory while pleading for answers in a case that remains unsolved.
Thousands of runners complete sold-out St. Pete Pier Fourth of July race
Thousands of runners kicked off Independence Day Saturday morning by completing a four-mile holiday race at the St. Pete Pier.
Thousands of runners kicked off Independence Day Saturday morning by completing a four-mile holiday race at the St. Pete Pier.
Small plane has ‘hard landing’ on SR-60 after hitting powerlines: PCSO
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said deputies are redirecting traffic around an ultralight plane that crashed on State Road 60.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said deputies are redirecting traffic around an ultralight plane that crashed on State Road 60.
Mulberry Cultural Center art exhibit celebrates America's 250th birthday
A new multimedia exhibition at the Mulberry Cultural Center explores America's 250th birthday by bringing together artists to reflect on the country's past, present and future.
A new multimedia exhibition at the Mulberry Cultural Center explores America's 250th birthday by bringing together artists to reflect on the country's past, present and future.
Restaurant brings Oklahoma sourced beef smash burgers to the Tampa Bay area
A new burger concept is officially welcoming diners as local owners look to redefine the traditional smash burger experience. Hassan Diab, one of three co-owners who launched Haddaburger, related how they wanted to provide a high-quality alternative to the fast-food options in the area.
A new burger concept is officially welcoming diners as local owners look to redefine the traditional smash burger experience. Hassan Diab, one of three co-owners who launched Haddaburger, related how they wanted to provide a high-quality alternative to the fast-food options in the area.
BayCare partners with drone company to speed up medical deliveries in Pinellas County
BayCare Health System is launching a new drone pilot program later this year to bypass traffic and speed up medical deliveries across Pinellas County.
BayCare Health System is launching a new drone pilot program later this year to bypass traffic and speed up medical deliveries across Pinellas County.
Lightning strike kills 1, hurts 3 in Fort Myers Beach, officials say
Update (July 9): The Lee County Sheriff's Office identified the man killed as 51-year-old Viktar Kiryk. The sheriff's office said Kiryk and three family members were in the water at the beach when lightning struck Kiryk. Three others were taken to the hospital. At last check, all three were expected to be OK. Click here for our updated story.
Update (July 9): The Lee County Sheriff's Office identified the man killed as 51-year-old Viktar Kiryk. The sheriff's office said Kiryk and three family members were in the water at the beach when lightning struck Kiryk. Three others were taken to the hospital. At last check, all three were expected to be OK. Click here for our updated story.
Tampa historical exhibit explores Florida's role as 14th colony for holiday weekend
Families are kicking off the Fourth of July weekend by discovering a surprising chapter of local history at the Tampa Bay History Center. A newly opened exhibition details how Florida served as a loyalist stronghold for the British during the Revolutionary War.
Families are kicking off the Fourth of July weekend by discovering a surprising chapter of local history at the Tampa Bay History Center. A newly opened exhibition details how Florida served as a loyalist stronghold for the British during the Revolutionary War.
Red, White & Kaboom: Thousands gather in Lakeland for early Independence Day celebration
Lakeland community members gathered a day early to kick off the holiday weekend with the annual Red, White & Kaboom celebration.
Lakeland community members gathered a day early to kick off the holiday weekend with the annual Red, White & Kaboom celebration.
Florida man accused of stealing, selling Smokey Bear signs online for $1,900 a piece
A Florida Panhandle man is facing a federal charge after authorities accused him of stealing Smokey Bear signs from state forests and selling them online.
A Florida Panhandle man is facing a federal charge after authorities accused him of stealing Smokey Bear signs from state forests and selling them online.
Tophat's Sutlery: Sumterville workshop recreates 19th century military history
A specialized workshop in Sumterville is keeping 19th-century military history alive by handcrafting precise historical reproductions for re-enactors and museums.
A specialized workshop in Sumterville is keeping 19th-century military history alive by handcrafting precise historical reproductions for re-enactors and museums.
First public hearing on proposed large-scale data center moratorium scheduled for Monday in Lakeland
Lakeland officials are preparing to review a 12-month moratorium on large-scale computing facilities following heavy community pushback against a massive development project. The first public hearing on the matter is scheduled for Monday morning at city hall.
Lakeland officials are preparing to review a 12-month moratorium on large-scale computing facilities following heavy community pushback against a massive development project. The first public hearing on the matter is scheduled for Monday morning at city hall.
St. Pete boating: Police project historic Fourth of July traffic spike
Marine law enforcement crews are heavily reinforcing patrols around St. Petersburg to crack down on impaired operators as historic holiday crowds arrive on local waterways.
Marine law enforcement crews are heavily reinforcing patrols around St. Petersburg to crack down on impaired operators as historic holiday crowds arrive on local waterways.