Florida woman discovers ex-boyfriend’s bomb-making materials while kicking him out of her house: SCSO
A Sarasota man’s breakup with his girlfriend attracted more attention to his failed relationship than he wanted when she demanded that he move out.
A Sarasota man’s breakup with his girlfriend attracted more attention to his failed relationship than he wanted when she demanded that he move out.
Pat Maroon, former Lightning forward, named grand marshal of Gasparilla Pirate Fest
Former Tampa Bay Lightning forward and three-time Stanley Cup champion Pat Maroon will serve as grand marshal of the Seminole Hard Rock Gasparilla Pirate Fest, organizers announced Thursday.
Former Tampa Bay Lightning forward and three-time Stanley Cup champion Pat Maroon will serve as grand marshal of the Seminole Hard Rock Gasparilla Pirate Fest, organizers announced Thursday.
Grady Judd and Florida's CFO want more restrictions placed on illegal immigrants
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and Florida’s Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia joined law enforcement officers from across the Bay Area to discuss the state’s illegal immigration policies and enforcement.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and Florida’s Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia joined law enforcement officers from across the Bay Area to discuss the state’s illegal immigration policies and enforcement.
‘Career criminal’ arrested for pick-pocketing and credit card fraud throughout Florida: Sarasota police
A woman police describe as a career criminal has been arrested for pick-pocketing and credit card fraud.
A woman police describe as a career criminal has been arrested for pick-pocketing and credit card fraud.
USF approves tuition increase for out-of-state students
USF’s Board of Trustees voted on Monday to approve a 15% increase in non-resident tuition and fees, following authorization from the Florida Board of Governors. The increase takes effect in fall 2026 and applies to out-of-state and international students.
USF’s Board of Trustees voted on Monday to approve a 15% increase in non-resident tuition and fees, following authorization from the Florida Board of Governors. The increase takes effect in fall 2026 and applies to out-of-state and international students.
What really is Florida cold? We asked people in Tampa
Living in Florida, you might have heard the phrase "Florida cold is different" and many people here in Tampa agree.
Living in Florida, you might have heard the phrase "Florida cold is different" and many people here in Tampa agree.
Florida AG Uthmeier says insanity defense must be reformed, calls on lawmakers to act
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is asking state lawmakers to consider a proposal that would overhaul the state’s insanity defense.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is asking state lawmakers to consider a proposal that would overhaul the state’s insanity defense.
New report on student AI use finds more risks than benefits, schools work on best practices
AI is likely to do more harm than good for students, according to researchers with the Brookings Institution.
AI is likely to do more harm than good for students, according to researchers with the Brookings Institution.
Gary Sinise bringing band to Tampa for Red Star Foundation’s inaugural gala to support veterans in crisis
A national non-profit organization born in the Tampa Bay area has caught the attention of a Hollywood star who's coming to town to help with their mission.
A national non-profit organization born in the Tampa Bay area has caught the attention of a Hollywood star who's coming to town to help with their mission.
Winter Haven woman celebrating 111th birthday honored with special celebration
A Winter Haven woman who has lived through more than a century of history was honored on Wednesday with a celebration few ever reach.
A Winter Haven woman who has lived through more than a century of history was honored on Wednesday with a celebration few ever reach.
Hillsborough County working to build arborist workforce — why it’s important
Friday is Florida Arbor Day, which is why Hillsborough County is hosting a workshop focused on growing trees — and the workforce that tends to them.
Friday is Florida Arbor Day, which is why Hillsborough County is hosting a workshop focused on growing trees — and the workforce that tends to them.
Air Force veteran left in constant pain after lung cancer diagnosis gets life back through trial at Moffitt
Jorge Manchola, a retired Air Force staff sergeant, was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in 2023. The cancer had spread to his lungs and brain, leaving him in constant pain and unable to walk.
Jorge Manchola, a retired Air Force staff sergeant, was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in 2023. The cancer had spread to his lungs and brain, leaving him in constant pain and unable to walk.
Polk County approves plan to ease Lake Seward flooding — but it's not a permanent solution
Homeowners on Oakmont Lane near Lake Seward are still struggling more than a year after their homes were damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Milton.
Homeowners on Oakmont Lane near Lake Seward are still struggling more than a year after their homes were damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Milton.
January is ‘Move Over Month’: Here’s what the law means for you
January is “Move Over Month" as state troopers remind drivers of the law that was expanded a year ago.
January is “Move Over Month" as state troopers remind drivers of the law that was expanded a year ago.
Valor Commons breaks ground in Manatee County, aims to bring services and honor Bay Area veterans
Manatee County just broke ground on Valor Commons, a one-of-a-kind facility in the Tampa Bay area that's dedicated to honoring veterans and helping them adjust to life after service.
Manatee County just broke ground on Valor Commons, a one-of-a-kind facility in the Tampa Bay area that's dedicated to honoring veterans and helping them adjust to life after service.
Citrus County family of teen who died after tunnel collapse donates organs: 'A blessing in all this tragedy'
Outside UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville Wednesday morning, hundreds from the community mourned the loss of two teenagers tragically taken too soon.
Outside UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville Wednesday morning, hundreds from the community mourned the loss of two teenagers tragically taken too soon.
Teen sentenced in deadly crash following 2022 police chase from Tampa to Plant City
A teen was sentenced to 12 years in prison Wednesday for a deadly crash that ended a high-speed police chase from Tampa into Plant City in 2022.
A teen was sentenced to 12 years in prison Wednesday for a deadly crash that ended a high-speed police chase from Tampa into Plant City in 2022.
Critically endangered Eastern bongo calf born at ZooTampa, marking first birth of new year at zoo
ZooTampa at Lowry Park announced the birth of a critically endangered Eastern bongo calf, marking the first animal birth at the zoo in 2026.
ZooTampa at Lowry Park announced the birth of a critically endangered Eastern bongo calf, marking the first animal birth at the zoo in 2026.
Florida deputy handcuffs runaway emu: 'This is definitely a new one'
A runaway emu ended up in handcuffs after trying to evade a St. Johns County deputy on Friday, Jan. 9.
A runaway emu ended up in handcuffs after trying to evade a St. Johns County deputy on Friday, Jan. 9.
Injured construction worker pulled from trench that collapsed in Safety Harbor
A construction worker was pulled from a trench in Safety Harbor on Wednesday after Clearwater Fire Rescue said he was trapped and injured after a portion of the trench collapsed.
A construction worker was pulled from a trench in Safety Harbor on Wednesday after Clearwater Fire Rescue said he was trapped and injured after a portion of the trench collapsed.